Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27

Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 - 59 Posts

Brief Information

Central Railway has released a recruitment notification for 59 Sports Quota Posts (Group 'C' & Level 1) for the year 2026-27. Eligible sportspersons who are citizens of India can apply online. The posts are open to all communities with no reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS. Selection is based on sports achievements, trials, and educational qualifications. Candidates must have participated in recognized sports events on or after 01/04/2024. Apply online through the official website before the deadline.

Overview

Organization	Central Railway (RRC/CR)
Post Name	Sports Quota - Group 'C' & Level 1
Total Vacancies	59 (21 Group 'C' + 38 Level 1)
Qualification	10th / 12th / Graduation (as per level)
Age Limit	18-25 years (as on 01/01/2027)
Apply Start	15 July 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date	14 August 2026 (6:00 PM)
Application Fee	₹500/- (General) / ₹250/- (SC/ST/Women/Minorities/EBC)
Salary (Monthly)	₹18,000/- to ₹29,200/- (Level 1 to Level 5/4)
Job Location	Central Railway (Anywhere in India)
Apply Mode	Online Only
Official Website	www.rrcrc.com
Helpdesk Email	helpdeskcr2026@gmail.com
Join on Whatsapp	WhatsApp Channel WhatsApp Group

Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027)

• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: 25 years
• Born between: 01/01/2002 and 01/01/2009 (both inclusive)
• No relaxation in upper or lower age limit for any community

Educational Qualification

Level	Qualification
Level 5/4	Minimum Graduation in any faculty from a recognized University
Level 3/2	12th (+2 stage) OR Matric + Act Apprenticeship OR Matric + ITI (NCVT/SCVT)
Level 1	10th Pass from recognized Board OR ITI OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)

Note: Candidates with higher qualification must produce graduation/post-graduation certificate at DV & Trial.

Important Dates

Notification Date	June 2026 (Tentative)
Apply Start	15 July 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply	14 August 2026 (6:00 PM)
Last Date to Pay Fees Online	14 August 2026 (6:00 PM)
Trial / DV Date	Will be notified on website
Admit Card Release Date	Will be notified on website

Vacancy Details (Discipline Wise)

Level 5/4 (Total: 05)

Game	Gender	Events/Position	Posts
Athletics	Women	100m, 200m, 400m, 400H, 5000m, 10000m, 20km Race Walk, Triple Jump, High Jump	02
Football	Men	Striker, Mid Fielder, Winger	01
Kho-Kho	Women	All rounder, Defender, Attacker	01
Volleyball	Women	Universal, Blocker, Setter, Attacker	01

Level 3/2 (Total: 16)

Game	Gender	Events/Position	Posts
Athletics	Men	800m, 1500m	01
Athletics	Women	100m, 200m, 400m, 400H, 5000m, 10000m, 20km Race Walk, Triple Jump, High Jump	02
Boxing	Men	50kg / 70kg	01
Boxing	Women	45-48kg / 54kg / 65kg	01
Cycling Track	Men	1km pursuit, 4km pursuit, Individual Scratch race	01
Football	Men	Striker, Mid Fielder, Winger	01
Handball	Women	PP/Centre	01
Kho Kho	Men	All Rounder/Defender/Attacker	01
Kho Kho	Women	All Rounder/Defender/Attacker	01
Wrestling (FS)	Men	70 KG/97KG/57 KG	01
Volleyball	Men	Libro/Universal/Setter/Attacker/Blocker	01
Volleyball	Women	Universal/Setter/Attacker/Blocker	02
Weightlifting	Men	88kg, 94kg, 110kg, 110kg	01
Weightlifting	Women	48kg, 58kg, 63kg, 87kg	01

Level 1 (Total: 38)

Game	Gender	Events/Position	Posts
Athletics	Men	PV, Discuss Throw, Hammer Throw	02
Boxing	Men	75kg/85kg/90kg/+90kg	03
Boxing	Women	57kg/70kg/75kg/80kg	03
Cricket	Men	Right Arm Fast Bowler/Left Arm Fast Bowler	02
Cycling Track	Men	1km pursuit, 4km pursuit, Individual Scratch race	02
Football	Men	Striker, Mid Fielder, Winger	02
Handball	Women	PP/Centre/Lefty/All Rounder	04
Hockey	Men	Forwarder/Mid Fielder	04
Kho Kho	Women	All Rounder/Defender/Attacker	05
Powerlifting	Women	47kg, 52kg, 63kg, 69kg	02
Wrestling (FS)	Men	70 KG/97KG/57 KG	02
Wrestling (GR)	Men	130 KG/82KG/60 KG/55kg	02
Volleyball	Men	Setter/Libero/Attacker/Blocker	02
Weightlifting	Men	88kg, 94kg, 110kg, 110kg	02
Weightlifting	Women	48kg, 58kg, 63kg, 87kg	01

Note: Applicants meeting higher eligibility (Level 5/4 or 3/2) can also apply for Level 1. If Level 5/4 vacancies remain unfilled, they may be filled in Level 3/2 from the same discipline.

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Selection Process

1. Trial (Game Skill, Physical Fitness & Coach Observation) – 40 Marks (Minimum 25 marks to be FIT)
2. Assessment of Sports Achievements – 50 Marks
3. Educational Qualification – 10 Marks
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Fitness Test

Total Marks: 100

Minimum Qualifying Marks: Level 5/4 – 70, Level 3/2 – 65, Level 1 – 60

Sports Achievement Norms

Level 5/4

• Represented India in Olympics (Senior Category)
• At least 3rd position in World Cup (Junior/Youth/Senior)
• At least 3rd position in World Championships (Junior/Senior)
• At least 3rd position in Asian Games (Senior)
• At least 3rd position in Commonwealth Games (Senior)
• At least 3rd position in Youth Olympics
• At least 3rd position in Champions Trophy (Hockey)

Level 3/2

• Represented in World Cup (Junior/Youth/Senior)
• Represented in World Championships (Junior/Senior)
• Represented in Asian Games (Senior)
• Represented in Commonwealth Games (Senior)
• Represented in Youth Olympics

Additional Norms for Cricket (Level 1)

• Pre-Quarterfinalist in Senior/U-23/U-19 All India Inter State Championships (Except plate group)

Additional Norms for Hockey (Level 1)

• Semifinalist in Senior National Championships

Important: Sports achievements must be from events held on or after 01/04/2024. Only certificates from recognized NSFs (National Sports Federations) recognized by MoYAS at the time of the championship will be considered.

Application Fee

Category	Fee	Refund
All candidates except SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women/Minorities/EBC	₹500/-	₹400/- (if eligible & appear in trial)
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women/Minorities*/EBC**	₹250/-	Full refund (if eligible & appear in trial)

*Minorities: Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis)
**EBC: Family income less than ₹50,000/- per annum

Fee payment online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking.

Documents Required (Upload & Carry to Trial)

• Scanned copy of Minimum Academic Qualification (10th/12th/Graduation mark sheet/certificate)
• Certificate in proof of recognized sports achievement (held on or after 01/04/2024)
• Date of Birth proof (SSC certificate or mark sheet indicating DOB)
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card (12 digits or 28-digit enrollment ID)
• Colour Photograph (3.5cm × 3.5cm, not older than 3 months)
• Signature (3.5cm × 2.5cm) in running handwriting
• 4 passport size photographs (for trial)
• No Objection Certificate (if already in PSU/Government service)

Note: All documents must be self-attested. Certificates in languages other than English/Hindi must have attested translation.

How to Apply (Online Process)

1. Visit the official website: www.rrcrc.com
2. Click on the "Online Application for Sports Quota Recruitment 2026" link
3. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and sports achievements carefully
4. Upload scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format
5. Pay the application fee online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking
6. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference
7. Do not send any physical copies by post to RRC/CR

Important: Candidates applying for more than one game/event must submit separate applications with separate fees.

Important Links

Official Notification	PDF Link (Available Soon)
Apply Online	Apply Here (www.rrcrc.com)
Official Website	RRC/CR Official Website
Social	WhatsApp Channel WhatsApp Group
Messaging	Telegram Group YouTube Channel
Social	Facebook Page Instagram Page X (Twitter) Account

Note: Always verify details in the official notification before applying.