The 9th Himachal Pradesh University Inter-College Shooting Championship (Men & Women) 2026–27, organized by Rajkiya Kanya Mahavidyalaya (RKMV), Shimla, was held from September 9 to 11, 2026, at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, Shimla. The three-day championship brought together 110 shooters—66 men and 44 women—from 21 colleges across Himachal Pradesh. The championship commenced with an inaugural ceremony led by Dr. Anurita Saxena, Principal, RKMV, in the presence of International Shooter Shri Surya Pratap Singh Banshtu as Guest of Honour. In her address, Dr. Saxena highlighted discipline, focus, precision, and self-control as essential qualities for excellence in shooting and life.

The championship concluded with a closing ceremony graced by Prof. Mahavir Singh, Vice Chancellor, Himachal Pradesh University, as Chief Guest. Shri Surya Pratap Singh Banshtu, Dr. Joginder Singh Dhiman, former Director, IKS, HPU, and Dr. Mankotia, Principal, Government College Kandaghat, were also present. Dr. Saxena praised the participants for their focus and sportsmanship and expressed pride in RKMV’s role in providing a competitive platform for emerging sporting talent. Prof. Mahavir Singh congratulated the participating teams and emphasized the importance of physical activity, mental calm, focus, and discipline. He also highlighted the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on education.

The Overall Trophy was secured by Centre of Excellence, Sanjauli, Shimla (Women) and SCVB Government College, Palampur (Men). In the 10m Air Pistol, GDC Dharamshala emerged victorious in the Men & Women category, while in 10m Air Rifle, SCVB Palampur secured the Men’s title and Centre of Excellence, Sanjauli, secured the Women’s title. The championship concluded on a high note, celebrating sporting excellence, discipline, and the spirit of healthy competition among young athletes.