Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education (LNCPE)

Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education, Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram, which bears the name of Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi, the dauntless heroine of the First War of Independence, was established by the Government of India, Ministry of Hu blished by the Government of India, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Education on 17th August, 1985. The college is a humble tribute of the nation to the unrelenting spirit of freedom, valor and patriotism. As an off-shoot of Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education, Gwalior (now LNIPE) it aims to provide excellent facilities for the upliftment of Physical Education and sports in the country and serve as a model institute of teacher-training by offering under-graduate, post-graduate and doctoral studies. The college is affiliated to the University of Kerala and it aims to serve as a model institute of teachers training by offering undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Besides the academic programmes the college also has centres of excellence, sports training schemes of SAI in few disciplines. The college is located at the northern side of the Kariavattom Campus of the University of Kerala approximately 15 km. from Thiruvananthapuram city on the National Highway 47. The expanse of coconut and cashew plantation produces a soothing effect on the human body, mind and spirit. To prepare Physical Education leaders of high academic caliber with holistic development of body, mind, and spirit, who will make lasting contributions to our profession, communities, and society towards a healthy life. To make every student a physically educated person who: Has the necessary skills to perform a varied range of physical activities Attains the knowledge and skills to stay physically fit and active Indulge himself in regular physical activity. Has an ability to understand the role played by various sports sciences in Physical Education and sports. Develops an inquisitive state of mind and Indulges himself in quality research in Physical education and sports. Values physical activity and its contribution to a healthy lifestyle The main objectives of the Institution are: To provide excellent facilities for the upliftment of physical education and sports in the country and to serve as a model institute for teacher’s training by offering undergraduate and postgraduate/ research courses To prepare highly competent and skilled leaders in the field of physical education and sports To serve as a Centre of Excellence for research in physical education and allied areas To provide technical ,professional and academic leadership to other institutions of physical education To provide vocational guidance and placement services to the people in the field To develop and promote programmes of mass physical activity ...view more