Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway, Kolkata has announced the Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26 for 50 Group 'C' and Group 'D' posts for outstanding sportspersons. Eligible candidates can apply online through the RRCER recruitment portal from 10th September 2025 to 9th October 2025.
Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF Download
The official notification for Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025, Notification No. RRC/ER/Sports Quota/(Open Advertisement)/2025-26, was released on 3rd September 2025. Candidates with relevant sports achievements and qualifications are invited to download the detailed notification and submit their applications online. Review the eligibility criteria and apply before the closing date.
Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF
Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 – 50 Group C & D Posts
Notification No. RRC/ER/Sports Quota/(Open Advertisement)/2025-26
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Category |
No of Posts |
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Group ‘C’, Level-4/Level-5 (7th CPC) |
05 |
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Group ‘C’, Level-2/Level-3 (7th CPC) |
12 |
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Erstwhile Group ‘D’, Level-1 (7th CPC) |
33 |
✅ Eastern Railway Sports Quota – Game Wise List:
- Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Kabaddi, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Swimming, etc.
✅ Age Limit:
- Minimum 18 years and maximum 25 years as on 01/01/2025.
- No age relaxation (upper or lower) is permissible.
✅ Pay Scale:
- Category-1 (Level-4/Level-5): PB-1 (₹5200-20200) with Grade Pay ₹2400/2800 (Level-4 or Level-5 of Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC).
- Category-2 (Level-2/Level-3): PB-1 (₹5200-20200) with Grade Pay ₹1900/2000 (Level-2 or Level-3 of Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC).
- Category-3 (Level-1): PB-1 (₹5200-20200) with Grade Pay ₹1800 (Level-1 of Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC).
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
- Category-1 (Level-4/Level-5): Graduation or equivalent from a Government-recognized University/Institution.
- Category-2 (Level-2/Level-3): Passed 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent from a Government-recognized Board/Council/Institution OR Passed Matriculation plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship OR Passed 10th plus ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
- Category-3 (Level-1): Passed 10th or equivalent OR ITI or equivalent OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
✅ Minimum Sports Norms:
- Category-1: Represented India in Olympic Games (Senior Category) or secured at least 3rd position in World Cup (Junior/Senior) or World Championships (Junior/Senior) or Asian Games (Senior) or Commonwealth Games (Senior).
- Category-2: Represented India in World Cup (Junior/Senior) or World Championships (Junior/Senior) or Asian Games (Senior) or Commonwealth Games (Senior) OR at least 3rd position in Commonwealth Championships (Junior/Senior) or Asian Championships/Asia Cup (Junior/Senior) or South Asian Federation (SAF) Games (Senior) or USIC (World Railway) Championships (Senior) OR at least 3rd position in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships OR at least 3rd position in National Games or All India Inter-University Championships OR 1st position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior).
✅ Application Fee:
- General/OBC: ₹500/- + Service Charges.
- SC/ST/Women/Minorities/EBC: ₹250/- + Service Charges (refundable if appearing in trials).
- Payment Method: Online payment gateway.
✅ Selection Process:
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Description |
Maximum Marks |
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Assessment of recognized Sports Achievements |
50 Marks |
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Game skill, physical fitness & Coach's observations during Trials |
40 Marks |
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Educational Qualification |
10 Marks |
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Total |
100 Marks |
✅ Important Dates:
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Date of Publication of Notification |
03/09/2025 |
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Opening Date for Online Application |
10/09/2025 (10:00 hrs) |
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Closing Date for Online Application |
09/10/2025 (18:00 hrs) |
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Tentative Period of Field Trials |
December 2025/ January 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
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Eastern Railway Sports Quota Notification PDF |
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Eastern Railway Online Application Portal (Start from 10.09.2025) |
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Relevant Government Job Pages: |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply for Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
Eligible candidates can apply online for Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 through the official RRCER recruitment portal from 10th September 2025 (10:00 hrs) to 9th October 2025 (18:00 hrs).
Applicants must provide accurate details, including:
- Personal Information (Name, Father’s Name, Date of Birth, Community)
- Contact Details (Email Address, Mobile Number)
- Sports Achievements
- Educational Qualifications
Candidates must upload the following documents in the prescribed format:
- Recent Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression (LTI)
- Educational Certificates
- Sports Achievement Certificates
After submission, candidates will receive a registration number and password via email/SMS for future reference.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the age limit for Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
Minimum 18 years and maximum 25 years as on 01/01/2025. No age relaxation is permissible.
What are the eligibility criteria for Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
Level-4/5: Graduation or equivalent. Level-2/3: 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent OR 10th + Act Apprenticeship OR 10th + ITI/NAC. Level-1: 10th or equivalent OR ITI/NAC. Plus, specific sports achievements as per norms.
What is the selection process for Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
Based on Sports Achievements (50 marks), Game Skill/Physical Fitness/Coach’s Observations during Trials (40 marks), and Educational Qualification (10 marks).
What is the last date to apply for Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
9th October 2025 (18:00 hrs).
What is the total number of vacancies for Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
50 vacancies (5 in Level-4/5, 12 in Level-2/3, 33 in Level-1).