Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS)

What Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS) does

Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS) is a constituent unit of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), operating as a niche higher-education institution at the Lavale Campus in Pune, Maharashtra, India. Established in 2016, SSSS delivers two core degree programs: a four-year BSc (Sport and Exercise Science) Honours/Honours with Research undergraduate program and a two-year MBA (Sports Management) postgraduate program with specializations in Sports Marketing, Event Management in Sports, and Technology in Sports. The academic offering is supported by specialized infrastructure including a Human Performance Lab equipped with COSMED spirometry, lactate analyzers, Moxy muscle-oxygen monitors, VO2 Master, and EMG AVANTI TRIGNO LITE systems, alongside Biomechanics, Test & Measurement, and Strength & Conditioning facilities.

The institution operates as part of a not-for-profit educational trust (Symbiosis Society) and generates revenue primarily through tuition fees from its residential degree programs, supplemented by merit-based scholarships (topper concessions of 20%, 15%, 10%, and 5% on academic fees). Admissions are routed through Symbiosis International University's centralized Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET), with rolling BSc admissions for 2026. SSSS holds NAAC A++ accreditation and AICTE approval, and serves UG and PG students targeting careers in sports science, performance, and management. Reported placement outcomes for the 2022-24 batch were a 91.3% placement rate, highest package of INR 8 LPA, and average CTC of INR 4.8 LPA across 34 full-time placements and 5 consulting/freelancing roles.

Name

Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS)

Legal name

Symbiosis School Of Sports Sciences (SSSS)

Website

https://ssss.edu.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS) is a Pune-based niche higher-education institution under Symbiosis International (Deemed University) offering BSc (Sport and Exercise Science) and MBA (Sports Management) programs, serving students pursuing careers in sports science, performance, and management.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAKACAB

College/University Athletic Departments & Varsity Programs

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Collegiate & Amateur Sports Organizations (NCAA, Federations, Clubs)

SECONDARYHSADAEAA

Sport-Specific Skills Coaching (e.g., soccer, basketball, tennis)

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Sports Coaching & Athletic Performance

SECONDARYHSADAAAF

Sports Performance Personal Training

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Personal Training (In-Person & Virtual)

Keywords

• Sports education
• Sports science degrees
• Sports management programs
• Athletic performance training
• Higher education

Headquarters

HQ city

Pune

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Revenue generated from undergraduate BSc (Sport and Exercise Science) and postgraduate MBA (Sports Management) programs through tuition fees. Residential program fees include accommodation.
2. Scholarships and Financial Assistance: Merit scholarships awarded to toppers (20% for 1st topper, 15% for 2nd, 10% for 3rd, 5% for 4th) through Symbiosis Society Foundation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SSSS delivers full-time residential undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs in sports science and sports management. The institution offers a 4-year BSc (Sport and Exercise Science) Honours/Honours with Research and a 2-year MBA (Sports Management) with specializations in Sports Marketing, Event Management in Sports, and Technology in Sports, supported by advanced laboratories including a Human Performance Lab.

Product overview

Symbiosis School of Sports Sciences (SSSS) offers a portfolio of degree programs and specialized facilities for sports education. The core offerings are the BSc (Sport and Exercise Science) Honours/Honours with Research (4-year undergraduate program) and the MBA (Sports Management) (2-year postgraduate program with specializations in Sports Marketing, Event Management in Sports, and Technology in Sports). These academic programs are supported by specialized laboratory facilities including the Human Performance Lab (equipped with COSMED Spirometer, Lactate Analyser, Moxy Monitor, VO2 Master, EMG systems), Sports Biomechanics Laboratory, Test and Measurement Facility, and Strength and Conditioning Facility. Additional student development modules include the INIZIO Entrepreneurship Cell and annual National Sports Science Conference (NSSC). The institution operates under Symbiosis International (Deemed University) at its Lavale Campus, Pune.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bachelor of Science (Sport and Exercise Science) Honours/Honours with Research A four-year full-time residential undergraduate degree program that provides scientific knowledge and practical experience in sport performance, exercise, health, and physical activity. Designed for Class 12 pass-out students seeking careers in sports science, performance, and athlete support.
• Master of Business Administration (Sports Management) A two-year full-time residential postgraduate degree program covering operations, finance, HR, research, analytics, sports laws, and sports technology. Includes specializations in Sports Marketing, Event Management in Sports, and Technology in Sports. Designed for graduate students seeking management careers in the sports industry.

Quantifiable outcome

• 91.3% placement rate for Batch 2022-24
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature7 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• Sportzvillage FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 May 2026MoU signed to strengthen collaboration in skill development, internships and industry-oriented training. Partnership aims to create opportunities for students through workshops, placements, collaborative projects, and expert sessions.
• Indian Digital Gaming SocietymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2026MoU signed to strengthen collaboration in skill development and industry-oriented training. Partnership aims to create opportunities for students through live projects, placements and expert sessions in the gaming and esports sector.
• Badminton GurukulcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2026MoU signed to strengthen internships and industry-oriented skills. Partnership aims to create opportunities for students through collaborative learning and industry-led field projects in badminton sports.
• Reign Human Performance and Health Science Private LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 November 2025MoU signed to strengthen collaboration in research, internships and industry-oriented training. Partnership aims to create opportunities for students through applied labs and collaborative, industry-led field projects.
• Ileseum Sports and Clubs LLPcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 November 2025MoU signed to strengthen collaboration in skill development, internships and industry-oriented training. Partnership aims to create opportunities for students through workshops, placements, collaborative projects, and expert sessions.
• FSIminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports science education and industry collaboration
• GoSports FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports development programs
• IOSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports science collaboration
• iTeamUpminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports industry collaboration
• ITWminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports science education
• KadambaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports industry collaboration
• KhelomoreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports ecosystem development
• Messy-FractalsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports technology collaboration
• MultifitminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for fitness and wellness industry collaboration
• OpylminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports industry collaboration
• ProforceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports science programs
• Pune RipaltakminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for local sports ecosystem development
• SAAPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports academy collaboration
• SMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports management programs
• SouledminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports brand collaboration
• Sports ConsultminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports consulting industry
• SportzminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports technology and analytics
• TenvicminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports education programs
• CSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports industry collaboration
• DSKminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports law and compliance
• EktaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports ecosystem development
• FanaticminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports events and activations
• FitterflyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for sports technology and wellness
• Forca Goa FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partner for football sports development

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE): India's premier government physical education and sports science institution in Gwalior, offering BPE, MPE, and research degrees in sports sciences. Directly comparable to SSSS's BSc (Sport and Exercise Science) program and is the closest government counterpart.
• National Sports University (NSU): India's first dedicated sports university in Imphal, Manipur, offering UG, PG, and PhD degrees in sports science, sports coaching, and sports technology. Closest government-defined sports university competitor to SSSS's academic positioning.
• International Institute of Sports Management (IISM): Indian private sports management institute offering postgraduate and certificate programs in sports management, marketing, and operations. Directly competes with SSSS's MBA in Sports Management for postgraduate applicants in India.
• Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS): India's apex sports coaching institute in Patiala under the Sports Authority of India, offering diploma and certificate programs in sports coaching. Comparable to SSSS on the performance, training, and athlete-development side of sports education.

Broad incumbents

• Amity University - School of Physical Education & Sports Sciences: Large Indian private university group with a dedicated School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences offering UG and PG degrees in sports science. A broad incumbent operating sports education within a far larger multi-faculty portfolio than SSSS.
• Jain (Deemed-to-be University) - Sports Sciences: Indian private deemed university offering BSc and MSc programs in sports science, exercise science, and physical education within a broad academic portfolio. Competes with SSSS for undergraduate sports science applicants.
• Loughborough School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences: Globally top-ranked UK sports science school offering UG and PG degrees in sport and exercise science with world-class performance labs. Comparable academic positioning and laboratory-led differentiation to SSSS at international benchmark level.
• Chandigarh University (Department of Sports Science): One of India's largest private universities offering UG and PG programs in sports science, sports management, and physical education within a broad academic portfolio. Competes with SSSS for sports-oriented applicants at significantly greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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