In this paper the research attitude of masters of physical education students of Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir. Descriptive survey method was followed for the study. The purposive sampling technique was employed to selects the sample. The sample comprised of all the M.ped students of university of Kashmir. Overall, 94 students was considered as the sample of the study. Personal data sheet by the investigator. It consists of general information about the subject's age, gender (male or

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... ale), marital status (married/ unmarried), and stream (art/ science). All the physical education programs must emphasis to development of research outlook among the physical trainees irrespective of the level of the programs. It may be in the form of action research in B.Ped. Or a dissertation in M.Ped. Programme. In future, it would help the in solving their sports related problems in the specific and in serving the society in general. One the main objectives of these programs must be to the develop a favorable attitude towards research among them, so that they would soar the heights of excellence successfully in their future. Introduction As we all know that in the fast moving world, research has become important intellectual equipment for the human beings to modify their life style according to the needs and necessities of the society. It opens a new frontiers in all the fields of medicine, agriculture, space, business, and also in physical education. One of the objectives of physical education is to create awareness and understanding of importance of research in the games and sports. Thus, action research becomes part of a syllabus where in, the students are expected to prepare action plan and implement the same during the practice sessions. This in turn is strengthened in the Post Graduate programme of physical Education where in Dissertation was made a compulsory component by university of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir. The main aim of M.ped. Course is to provide capabilities of survey community in general and developing research attitude and skills among the students in specific. These students in future have to promote interest towards research among the B.Ped. Students when they take up their jobs as physical teachers. Research is the systematic process of collection and analyzing information to increase our understanding of the phenomenon under study. It is the function of the researcher to contribute to the understanding of the phenomenon and to communicate the understanding to others. It provides rewarding learning experiences for students and producing graduate capable of high personal and professional achievements. The strategy underpinning the courses of M.ped.is to provide a framework for the acquisition and progressive development of knowledge and training throughout the learning experience, to stimulate inquiry into subjects and to develop training skill which will equip students for long life learning. Educational research is often undertaken for the sake of Degree and not with a goal to make a significant discovery. It is also commented that research has become imitative, repetitive; only oriented towards western culture and philosophy, instrument oriented rather than goal oriented; statistics dependent in place of mastery of knowledge domain; and lastly is not out of interest, aptitude of the students. Other factors that affect the quality of research conducted by the students are facilities available, mentors, departmental activities, attitude of both staff and students towards research, confidence etc. Attitude towards research of the staff