The Department of Physical Education, established in 2010, is located in the Gymkhaana Building and is dedicated to promoting physical fitness, well-being, and sports excellence among students and staff. Key highlights include:
- Operating Hours:
The department functions from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM on all working days to ensure accessibility to students and staff. - Extensive Sports Infrastructure:
VIT provides multiple playgrounds, indoor courts, and various centres for physical education, helping students maintain peak physical and mental fitness while fostering a strong spirit of sportsmanship. - University Team Selections:
Selection trials are conducted to raise university teams across various disciplines for AIU Inter-University and other prestigious tournaments. - Tournaments & Events:
The department organizes national and state-level tournaments annually, offering students a platform to showcase their talent. - Scholarships & Awards:
VIT offers scholarships and monetary awards, including:- Best Sportsman
- Best Sportswoman
- Best Outgoing Player (across various games)
- Cash awards to medal winners and top performers
- Staff Engagement:
A separate annual sports tournament is conducted for VIT faculty and staff to promote health and camaraderie. - Community Outreach:
The department organizes a free summer coaching camp for school students during the vacation period, promoting early sports involvement at the grassroots level.
The department also places a strong emphasis on the health and well-being of faculty and staff by conducting annual sports tournaments exclusively for VIT employees.
OUR CORE OBJECTIVE
To inculcate sports consciousness, encourage skill development, provide recreational opportunities, and in still values of integrity and teamwork among students.
MEMBERS OF THE DEPARTMENT
SPORTS FACILITIES
To support a healthy lifestyle amidst a demanding academic environment, VIT Chennai emphasizes the importance of physical and mental well-being. Sports and fitness are not just extracurricular activities, but an integral part of the university’s curriculum and student development strategy.
The campus houses multiple fitness and sporting centres, which not only help students stay fit but also foster discipline, teamwork, and a competitive spirit. These spaces, spread across a vast area, cater to the diverse recreational needs of students and enhance their overall campus experience.
| Total Sports Area | Outdoor | Indoor |
| 26,322 Sq. Mts | 18,889 Sq. Mts | 7,433 Sq. Mts |
OUTDOOR FACILITIES
| S.No | Sport/Game | Facility Details |
| 1. | Athletics (Track & Field) | 200 Mts Track with surrounding Futsal Field |
| 2. | Badminton Court | 4 Courts |
| 3. | Basketball Court | 1 Court with floodlights |
| 4. | Cricket Oval | 1 Oval |
| 5. | Cricket Practice Nets | 3 Nets |
| 6. | Handball Court | 2 Courts |
| 7. | Tennis Court | 2 Courts with floodlights |
| 8. | Throw ball Court | 1 Court |
| 9. | Volleyball Court | 2 Courts with floodlights |
| 10. | Football Field | 1 Field |
| 11. | Hockey Field | 1 Field |
| 12. | Kabaddi Court | 2 Courts |
| 13. | Kho-Kho Court | 1 Court |
| 14. | Tennikoit Court | 1 Court |
| 15. | Futsal Field | 1 Field |
INDOOR FACILITIES
Gymkhana – First Floor
| Facility | Details |
| Squash Court | Wooden floor, centrally air-conditioned |
| Billiards Table | Centrally air-conditioned |
| Snooker Table | Centrally air-conditioned |
| Rock Climbing Wall | Centrally air-conditioned |
Gymkhana – Second Floor
| Facility | Details |
| Gymnasium | Fully air-conditioned |
MG Auditorium – Multipurpose Indoor Hall (Seating Capacity: 2000)
| Facility | Details |
| Badminton Courts | 4 Rubberized synthetic courts, air-conditioned, with floodlights |
| Basketball Court | 1 Rubberized synthetic court, air-conditioned, with floodlights |
Additional Indoor Facilities
| Facility | Details |
| Swimming Pool | 25 Mts x 16 Mts, with floodlights |
| Hostel Gymnasiums (Men & Women) | 5 Units |
| Board Games Hall (Chess, Carrom, TT) | 7 Units |
