UPESSC Assistant Professor Physical Education syllabus

1Unit I – Introduction, definitions, aims and objectives of Physical Education

• Introduction, definitions, aims and objectives of Physical Education. Meaning and role of following terms - Health, Fitness, Physical Activity, Exercise, Physical Literacy, Wellness and Recreation.
• Philosophies in Physical Education - Idealism, Naturalism, Realism, Pragmatism, Existentialism, Humanism.
• Biological basis of Physical Education–Growth and Development, Heredity and Environment, Biological and Motor development through physical activities and sports at various stages of age. Characteristics related to Gender and age.
• Physical Education &Sports as cultural heritage of various civilisations. Yoga Education for physical, mental and spiritual development. Ashtanga Yoga, Yogic activities for health and sports.
• Planning, Policies, Programs and Schemes for development of Physical Education and Sports in India since Independence.
• Physical Education in ancient Greece and Rome. Olympic Movement - Historical development of Ancient and Modern Olympic Games. Performance, records and achievements of Indian sports persons at Olympics and reputed international sports events. Physical Culture in ancient India.

2Unit II – Physiology of Exercise and muscular activities

• Physiology of Exercise and muscular activities. Long- and short-term effects of exercise and trainingon systems of human body. Neurotransmission and Neuro-muscular movement mechanism during Exercise.
• Physiology of respiration, blood circulation, sensation and digestion in human body during rest and training. Metabolism, Bioenergetics and Recovery process. Physiological Factors influencing performance in Sports.
• Athletic Injuries - their management and rehabilitation. Therapeutic Modalities. Massage manipulation and Therapeutic exercises. Ergogenic Aids and Doping. Role, programs and procedures of NADA and WADA to control and regulate doping in sports.

3Unit III – Classification and types of Joints and Muscles

• Classification and types of Joints and Muscles; Origin, insertion and movements of muscles.
• Planes and Axes. Kinetics & Kinematics-linear and angular. Leverage system.
• Application of Laws of Motion, Principles, characteristics& factors of Equilibrium, Force and Spin. Air and fluid mechanisms in sports.
• Gait Analysis and Ergometry in Sports. Muscular Analysis of Motor Movement. Kinesiological Analysis of fundamental movements (Running, Jumping, Throwing, Catching, Pulling and Pushing) various sports activities.

4Unit IV – Concept of Exercise and Sports Psychology

• Concept of Exercise and Sports Psychology. Learning process - theories and laws of learning. Theories of Play.
• Psychological factors affecting sports performance and their management - viz., Stress, Anxiety, Tension, Aggression and Emotions.
• Motivation- theories, techniques and dynamics of motivation in sports.
• Personality- its dimensions, theories, types and sports performance.
• Cognitive process & Individual differences and their impact on skill learning and performance.
• Group Dynamics, Team Cohesion and Leadership in Sports. Development of Psychological traits through physical activities and Sports. Motor skill acquisition and Transfer of Training.
• Sociometric in Sports, Sports Diplomacy, Social Integration through sports and Yoga (Fit India Movement, Khelo India, International Yoga Day, Unity Run and Meditation Day etc.)

5Unit V – Development of Teacher Education in Physical Education

• Development of Teacher Education in Physical Education. Role and programs of major bodies of Teacher Education in India. Professional courses and Institutes of Physical Education and Sports in India. Professional Ethics. Physical Education and Sports in NEP 2020.
• Qualities and Qualifications of Physical Educational Personnel. Principles of Curriculum Planning. Course content for Academic and Professional Courses. Construction of class and school time-table.
• Inclusive Physical Education. Women in Sports. Global Gender Equality Agenda. International Charter of Physical Education, Physical Activity and Sport.
• Educational Technology in Physical Education. ICT in Physical Education and Sports.

6Unit VI – Health-Guiding principles of health and Health Education

• Health-Guiding principles of health and Health Education. Nutrition and Dietary manipulations.
• Health-related fitness, Obesity and its management. Environmental and Occupational hazards.
• Physical, Mental, Social, Economic and Spiritual benefits of sports, exercise and physical activities.
• Communicable Diseases - their preventive and curative measures. School health program and personal hygiene.
• Theories and principles of Recreation and leisure activities. Adventure sports. Precaution and First aidfor injuries.
• Posture, Postural deformities and their symptoms and corrective measures.

7Unit VII – Sports Pedagogy and Coaching philosophies

• Sports Pedagogy and Coaching philosophies. Characteristics and principles of sports training.
• Training load and Recovery. Training methods and programs for development of various motor abilities.
• Technical and Tactical preparation for sports. Training plan and periodisation. Sports talent identification process and procedures. Preparing for competition (build up competitions, main competition, competition frequency, psychological preparation).
• Marking, Dimensions, Officials and Rules of Games and Sports and their interpretations.

8Unit VIII – Nature and Classification of Research

• Nature and Classification of Research. Formulation, location and selection of research problem. Sampling process and techniques. Methods of Research. Research Methodology. Data collection tools and techniques.
• Statistical techniques of data analysis measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, normal probability curve, t-test and f-tests, chi-square, z-test.
• Types of Hypotheses. Types of Error. Writing Research Proposal and Report. Copyright, E-referencing, Plagiarism and Research Ethics. Software for plagiarism

9Unit IX – Concept and principles of Measurement and Evaluation

• Concept and principles of Measurement and Evaluation in physical education and sports.
• Classifications and Construction of Tests. Criteria of Test selection and evaluation.
• Concepts and Assessment of Physical Fitness, Motor Fitness, Motor Ability and Motor Educability.
• Administration of Testing Programme. Physical Fitness and Motor Fitness Tests. Skill and Knowledge tests for Badminton, Basketball, Hockey, Tennis, Soccer, Volleyball, Handball, Athletics.
• Age wise Fitness Protocols and Guidelines by Ministry of MYAS.
• Testing Psychological variables - Anxiety, Aggression, Team Cohesion, Motivation, Self Concept. Physiological Testing of Anaerobic and Aerobic Capacities, Lung parameters. Kinanthropometric Measurements, Body types, Body Composition and Somato-type.

10Unit X – Concept and Principles of Sports Management

• Concept and Principles of Sports Management. Organization and functions of sports bodies.
• Tournaments- Intramurals and Extramural, Minor, Major, Competition and Championship.
• Management of infrastructure, equipment, finance and personnel. Methods and Techniques of Teaching.
• Principles of Planning Physical Education Lessons. Pupil teacher interaction and relationship. Concept of techniques of Supervision. SWOT Analysis
• Engineering and Technology in Physical Education & Sports - Equipment, Facility, Instrumentation and types of Artificial Surface in sports. Technology in sports footwear, protective equipment and attire.
• Journalism, Broadcasting and Public Relation for the development of physical education and sports.

General Knowledge — common to every subject

1Current Affairs

• A. Major events & Current Affairs : National/International
• B. Personalities in News
• C. Sports News
• D. Current Research in the field of Science.

2Teaching and Research Aptitude

• A. Teaching : Nature, Objectives, Need, Methods Evaluation and Factor Affecting Teaching
• B. Research : Meaning and Methods
• C. Data : Source, Collection and Analysis
• D. Role of UGC in Qualitative Development in Higher Education.

3Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

• A. ICT : Meaning, Advantages and Disadvantages
• B. Basics of Internet & E-mailing
• C. General Abbreviation and Terminology.

4People and Environment

• A. People & Environment Interaction
• B. Environmental Depredation : cause & Solution
• C. National and International affairs for better Environment
• D. Environmental Control.

5Indian History and Geography

• A. Salient Features of Indian Culture
• B. Indian National Movement (1857-1950)
• C. Origin of Universe and Solar System
• D. Indian Geography (General).

6Indian Constitution and Economy

• A. Preamble, Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles
• B. Indian political system : Legislative Executive and Judiciary
• C. Election Commission and Public Service Commission
• D. Population, Poverty, Unemployment; Planning and Development; Income Tax
• E. Agriculture, Industry, Trade; Money, Currency, Banking and Capital Market.

UPESSC Assistant Professor syllabus, Physical Education (Subject Code-50), Syllabus/upessc_2026/Physical_Education_en.pdf pages 1-3 (pages 4-9 of that file are a different syllabus: Pravakta, secondary education) — transcribed from the scanned pages, wording as printed. The units have no titles; each is named by its opening words.