Ritik Kumar · August 29, 2025 
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Dwarka, New Delhi, has scheduled the Sports Trial for admission under the Sports Quota for the Academic Session 2025-26. The Directorate of Students’ Welfare announced that eligible candidates must report on September 1, 2025, at 9:00 AM sharp at the Dwarka campus to participate in the selection.
The Sports Admission Committee will conduct the trials, while videographers will record the entire process for transparency. By holding these trials, GGSIPU aims to recognize student-athletes who combine sporting excellence with academic ambition.
The Directorate of Students’ Welfare (DSW) will host the trials at Sector 16-C, Dwarka. Ahead of the event, the university instructed its horticulture department to complete grass-cutting and prepare the sports grounds, ensuring a smooth and professional environment for the participants.
Eligible Candidates for the Sports Trial
The university released a list of 23 candidates who earned eligibility for the trials across a variety of disciplines, including athletics, basketball, chess, football, judo, shooting, table tennis, tennis, and volleyball.
Highlights from the list include:
- Yash Gulia – Athletics (B.Tech)
- Mehul Kapoor, Shreyas Singh, Ujjwal Gupta, Anya Bhatia, Anvay Malik, Raunita Rakesh – Basketball (B.Tech, BBA, BA LLB)
- Kshitika Tyagi, Rijak Kaur, Tanishka Arora – Chess (BBA LLB, BBA, B.Tech)
- Prakriti Khandelwal – Football (B.Com)
- Saksham Singla – Judo (B.Tech)
- Riddhi Hooda, Nivi Rohatgi, Hairis Dhawan – Shooting (B.Tech, BBA)
- Yuvraj Batra, Avinaash Bajpai Chhabra, Krithik Jain, Karnik Jain, Ayandeep Singh – Table Tennis (B.Tech, BBA, B.Com)
- Anmol Saini – Tennis (B.Tech)
- Moksh Girdhar, Advitya Bhardwaj – Volleyball (B.Tech, BBA LLB)
This diverse lineup shows how strongly students across different sports are stepping forward to compete for admission through the Sports Quota.
Importance of the Sports Quota and Future Outlook
The Sports Quota at GGSIPU opens doors for student-athletes who have proved themselves at district, state, or national levels. By reserving seats for them, the university not only rewards sporting achievements but also strengthens its academic community with well-rounded talent.
Over the years, many students admitted through this quota have excelled both on the field and in classrooms. They have represented GGSIPU in inter-university and national competitions, earning recognition for the institution and valuable exposure for themselves.
The trial on September 1, 2025, will serve as more than just an admission process. It will give young athletes the stage to showcase their abilities, earn their place in academic programs, and carry forward the university’s tradition of excellence. GGSIPU’s proactive approach—transparent evaluation, professional supervision, and well-prepared facilities—shows its dedication to holistic development.
The university encourages all eligible candidates to arrive on time, bring the required documents, and prepare confidently for their events. With this initiative, GGSIPU continues to champion both academics and sports, building a vibrant culture that values determination, discipline, and achievement.
Source: http://ipu.ac.in/Pubinfo2025/nt280825444%20%284%29.pdf
