FAQs

Memberships

1. What are the benefits of becoming a member?

Answer: Here are some of the benefits you get as part of being a member of INSPA:

• Access to a growing list of INSPA resources, available only to members 

• Reduced fees for all INSPA conferences, workshops and courses 

• Free attendance to members only events 

• Opportunities to network with national and international professionals in the field of sport and exercise 

• Opportunities for early career members to find qualified mentors and/or supervisors

• Opportunities to collaborate with universities and organisations for research and practice

• Opportunities to contribute towards the development and advancement of sport psychology in India

• Opportunity to pursue an international recognition of competence in sport psychology practice through the ISSP Registry 

• Access to ISSP benefits at a reduced cost 

In the coming months, members will have access to a growing list of additional benefits, some of which will include:

• Opportunity to feature in the INSPA directory of qualified sport psychologists 

• Access to latest job opportunities in the field

• Access to an exclusive member only zone within the discord server with dedicated channels for toolkits, resources, work opportunities, tips and case discussions with other members.

2. Are there any eligibility criteria for membership? 

Answer: There are four kinds of membership at INSPA - If you are a practicing sport psychologist in India or a student studying sport psychology, you will be eligible for the following memberships:

1. Professional Members
Eligibility:

• Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology.

• Completed more than two years of Sport Psychology practice in India, and can provide evidence for the same.

2. Early Career Members

Eligibility:

• Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology​

• Less than two years of Sport Psychology practice in India, within the first two years after completion of the degree. ​

On expiry of this membership status, one is eligible for Professional Membership​.

​3. Student Members

Eligibility:

• Currently studying Psychology at the undergraduate level or Sport Psychology at the postgraduate level​

• Keen on developing a career in Sport Psychology

4. Affiliate Members

Eligibility:

• Completed more than one year of practice with athletes or stakeholders in sport in India, and can provide evidence for the same

• Doctoral degree or Master’s from an accredited institution in any specialisation of psychology

​3. How can I become a member of INSPA Indian Sport Psychologists’ Association?

Answer: Once you are sure which membership you are eligible for (Professional, early career or student), you can fill up this form: https://forms.gle/akWRpxz9QZJmHKmq8 . Memberships are open all year round.
 

4. How much is the membership fee, and how often is it paid?

Answer: Membership fee depends on the kind of membership:

• Professional members/ Affiliate members: INR 5000, paid annually.

• Early career members: INR 6000 for two years. On expiry of this membership status, members can apply for Professional Membership

• Student members: INR 1500, paid annually.​