The Students' Sports Council consists of Captains and Vice-Captains of twenty three sports recognized for the award of colours. The Sports Advisory Board consists of members of the staff of the Department of Physical Education, a staff representative of each Faculty and two representatives from the Sports Council. T'he Sports Advisory Board gives advice and submits plans annually, when deemed necessary, on the sports program. The Department of Physical Education with the co-operation of the Student Sports Council organizes the sports program. Other members of the University staff, both Academic and Non-Academic, also render their services in honorary capacities.
Sports facilities are also available to the members of the staff.
A well-equipped gymnasium which is one of the largest in the island provides facilities for indoor sports. The playing fields are well-equipped with a Cinder Track, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Courts, Hockey, Cricket and Rugger grounds in a picturesque setting. A swimming pool, designed for competitions at international level, is under construction. University sports facilities are also made available to schools and clubs of the Kandy area and for national events. The Halls of Residence also provide facilities for a limited number of sports.