1961 NCAA wrestling championships
| Tournament information | |
|---|---|
| Sport | College wrestling |
| Location | Corvallis, Oregon |
| Dates | March 23rd, 1961–March 25th, 1961 |
| Host(s) | Oregon State University |
| Final positions | |
| Champions | Oklahoma State (22nd title) |
| 2nd place | Oklahoma |
| 3rd place | Iowa State |
| MVP | Gray Simons (Lock Haven University) |
The 1961 NCAA Wrestling Championships were the 31st NCAA wrestling championships to be held. Oregon State University hosted the tournament in Corvallis, Oregon.
Oklahoma State took home the team championship with 82 points and having two individual champions.
Gray Simons of Lock Haven University was named the Most Outstanding Wrestler.