Khelo India University Games 2026: Registration, Schedule, Sports and Venue List

Khelo India University Games is the national university-level sports competition organized under Khelo India scheme of Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The 5th edition was held in Rajasthan from 24 November to 5 December 2025. Around 4,500 athletes took part in the event, supported by more than 800 coaching and support staff.

Rajasthan State Sports Council hosted the 5th edition along with co-hosts Poornima University and Rajasthan University. The event gave young university players a national platform to show their talent, and it also brought out the culture and hospitality of Rajasthan, with preparation done on the scale of Commonwealth Games.

No official announcement has been made for the 6th edition of the games yet. The official website university.kheloindia.gov.in is still showing details of the 5th edition, and updates for the next edition will appear on the same portal. Universities and players who want to take part should keep that website under check.

Khelo India University Games Registration

The official website has not shared the registration steps for the next edition yet. Based on the process followed for earlier editions, registration is likely to work in the steps given below.

STEP 1 - Go to the official website at university.kheloindia.gov.in.

STEP 2 - Click on the registration option for universities or players when it opens on the portal.

STEP 3 - Fill in required details like university name, player information, ID proofs, and sports category.

STEP 4 - Upload the required documents and confirm team details.

STEP 5 - Submit the form and take a printout for records.

Only registered universities and players will be eligible to take part in the games. Exact dates and guidelines for the next edition will be shared on the official portal.

Also read: Khelo Rajasthan Youth Games

Schedule of Khelo India University Games (5th Edition)

• Event Duration: 12 days
• Dates: 24 November to 5 December 2025
• Host State: Rajasthan
• Organizing Body: Rajasthan State Sports Council with co-hosts Poornima University and Rajasthan University

The detailed match schedule and fixtures for the next edition will be released on the official portal before the games begin.

Sports List for Khelo India University Games

As per the official website, the 5th edition of Khelo India University Games included 23 sports. The main disciplines confirmed for the event are given below:

• Archery
• Athletics
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Boxing
• Fencing
• Football
• Hockey
• Judo
• Kabaddi
• Mallakhamb
• Rugby
• Shooting
• Swimming
• Table Tennis
• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Weightlifting
• Wrestling
• Yogasana

Venues in Rajasthan

The 5th edition was held across 21 venues, mostly in and around Jaipur. The main venues included the following:

• Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
• Poornima University
• Rajasthan University
• Jagatpura Shooting Range
• Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium
• Rajasthan Police Academy

Key Highlights

Point	Detail
Name of Event	Khelo India University Games (5th edition)
Host State	Rajasthan
Dates	24 November to 5 December 2025
Duration	12 days
Players	4,500+ athletes
Support Staff	800+
Number of Sports	23
Number of Venues	21
Registration Website	university.kheloindia.gov.in

Contact Details

For help regarding the games, call 1800-202-5155 or write to itdivisionhq-sai@gov.in.

FAQ's

When were the 5th Khelo India University Games held?

The 5th edition was held in Rajasthan from 24 November to 5 December 2025.

How many sports were included in the 5th edition?

The official website listed 23 sports for the event. Around 4,500 athletes took part in the games.

How can universities register players?

Universities and players have to register online at university.kheloindia.gov.in. Registration details for the next edition will be shared on the same portal.

Where were the games hosted?

Rajasthan hosted the 5th edition, with events held across 21 venues, mostly in Jaipur.

Who organizes Khelo India University Games?

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports organizes the games under Khelo India scheme. Rajasthan State Sports Council hosted the 5th edition with Poornima University and Rajasthan University.

Is there any update for Khelo India University Games 2026?

No official announcement has been made for the 6th edition yet. New updates will be posted on university.kheloindia.gov.in as soon as they are announced.