Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 59 Posts, Apply Online
The Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway. Eligible sportspersons from across India can now apply online for various Group C and Group D posts under the Sports Quota for the year 2026-27.
According to the official notification, a total of 59 vacancies are available in different sports disciplines and pay levels. Candidates who have the required educational qualification along with recognized sports achievements can submit their online application before the last date.
This Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for talented sportspersons to secure a Central Government job in Indian Railways. Candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria, sports qualification, age limit, application fee, important dates, selection process, and online application procedure before applying.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway |
| Post Name | Sports Quota Posts |
| Employment Notice | RRC/CR/01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 59 Posts |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 15 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date | 14 August 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Official Website | www.rrccr.com |
About Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
The Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 has been announced to recruit outstanding sportspersons in different games and disciplines. Selection will be based on sports achievements, educational qualification, document verification, and sports trial as prescribed in the official notification.
Both male and female candidates can apply for eligible sports disciplines. Vacancies are available under different pay levels including Level-5/4, Level-3/2 and Level-1.
Candidates must ensure that their sports certificates are recognized under the prescribed sports norms before submitting the online application form.
Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The recruitment includes vacancies in multiple sports disciplines under various pay levels. The complete discipline-wise vacancy distribution is given below.
| Pay Level | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Level-5/4 | 05 |
| Level-3/2 | 16 |
| Level-1 | 38 |
| Total | 59 Posts |
Sports Disciplines
The vacancies are available in the following sports disciplines:
- Athletics
- Football
- Kho-Kho
- Volleyball
- Boxing
- Cycling Track
- Handball
- Hockey
- Cricket
- Powerlifting
- Weightlifting
- Wrestling (FS & GR)
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification depends on the pay level applied for.
| Pay Level | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-5/4 | Graduate from a recognized University. |
| Level-3/2 | 12th Pass OR Matric + ITI OR Matric + Act Apprenticeship. |
| Level-1 | 10th Pass OR ITI OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC). |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 18 Years
- Maximum Age : 25 Years
- Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2027.
- Candidates should be born between 01 January 2002 and 01 January 2009 (both dates inclusive).
- No age relaxation is applicable.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the applicable Railway Pay Matrix Level along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance and other admissible Central Government benefits.
- Level-5/4 Pay Matrix
- Level-3/2 Pay Matrix
- Level-1 Pay Matrix
Sports Eligibility
Candidates applying for the Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 must possess valid sports achievements as prescribed in the official notification. Only recognized championships, tournaments and sports certificates will be accepted during document verification.
Sports performance should have been achieved on or after 01 April 2024.
Selection Process
The selection process for Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is completely based on sports performance and eligibility. There is no written examination for this recruitment.
- ✔ Sports Achievement Assessment
- ✔ Sports Trial
- ✔ Document Verification
- ✔ Medical Examination
Candidates declared fit in the sports trial will be considered for the next stage of recruitment according to the official rules.
Marks Distribution
| Assessment | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Recognized Sports Achievement | 50 Marks |
| Game Skill, Physical Fitness & Coach Observation | 40 Marks |
| Educational Qualification | 10 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
💰 Central Railway Sports Quota 2026 Salary & Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Pay Level | Initial Salary | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | ₹29,200 / ₹25,500 | 70 Marks |
| Level 3/2 | ₹21,700 / ₹19,900 | 65 Marks |
| Level 1 | ₹18,000 | 60 Marks |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing in Trial) |
| SC / ST / Women / Minority / EBC / Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 (Refundable after appearing in Trial) |
Required Documents
- Passport Size Photograph
- Candidate Signature
- Aadhaar Card
- 10th Mark Sheet & Certificate
- 12th Mark Sheet (If Applicable)
- Graduation Certificate (If Applicable)
- ITI / NAC Certificate (If Applicable)
- Sports Achievement Certificate
- Caste Certificate (If Applicable)
- EWS Certificate (If Applicable)
- Valid Mobile Number
- Active Email ID
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 15 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 August 2026 (06:00 PM) |
How to Apply Online
Candidates can complete the Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 online application by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official RRC Central Railway website.
- Open the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Read the eligibility criteria carefully.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill in all personal, educational and sports details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review the application form carefully.
- Submit the application.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
| Official Website | www.rrccr.com |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies?
Answer: A total of 59 Sports Quota vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Answer: The last date to submit the online application is 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM).
Q3. What is the application mode?
Answer: Applications will be accepted online only.
Q4. Is there any written examination?
Answer: No. Selection is based on sports achievements, sports trial, document verification and medical examination.
Q5. Where can I download the official notification?
Answer: Candidates can download the official PDF from the Important Links section above.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this article is based on the official notification released by Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the online application. Career Job Alert is only an information platform and is not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority.
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