The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway, Prayagraj, has released the official notification for recruitment against Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the Year 2025-26. RRC invites online applications from eligible Indian Sports Persons for filling up of 46 posts (05 posts in Pay Level – 4/5, 16 posts in Pay Level – 2/3 & 25 posts in Pay Level – 1) in various sports disciplines against Sports Quota on North Central Railway. These posts are open to all eligible candidates fulfilling the prescribed norms.
The NCR Sports Quota 2025 online application form will be available from 3rd October to 2nd November 2025. Interested and eligible candidates must carefully read the detailed NCR notification before filling out the application form.
NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 – 46 Vacancies
Advertisement No. EN : SQ - 04/2025
Level – 01 (PB 5200-20200 + GP Rs. 1800/-) - 25 Posts
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Sports Discipline |
Event/Position/Category |
Gender |
Vacancies |
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Wrestling |
82 Kg (Greco Roman) |
Men |
01 |
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Wrestling |
97 Kg (Free Style) |
Men |
01 |
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Hockey |
Forward |
Women |
02 |
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Hockey |
Midfielder |
Women |
01 |
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Hockey |
Forward |
Men |
01 |
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Hockey |
Full Back |
Men |
01 |
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Weight Lifting |
55 Kg |
Women |
01 |
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Weight Lifting |
76 Kg |
Women |
01 |
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Weight Lifting |
+109 Kg |
Men |
01 |
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Badminton |
Single |
Men |
01 |
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Athletics |
5000 M |
Women |
01 |
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Athletics |
10 Km |
Men |
01 |
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Athletics |
Shot put |
Men |
01 |
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Athletics |
Discuss throw |
Men |
01 |
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Table Tennis |
Player |
Men |
02 |
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Kabaddi |
All Rounder |
Men |
01 |
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Kabaddi |
Left Corner |
Men |
01 |
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Kabaddi |
Right Corner |
Men |
01 |
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Swimming |
200 M Individual Medley |
Men |
01 |
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Swimming |
100 M Back Stroke |
Men |
01 |
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Basketball (Min Height >6ft) |
Shooting Guard |
Men |
01 |
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Basketball (Min Height >6ft) |
Forward |
Men |
01 |
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Basketball (Min Height >6ft) |
All Rounder |
Men |
01 |
Level – 02/03 (PB 5200-20200 + GP Rs. 1900/2000) - 16 Posts
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Sports Discipline |
Event/Position/Category |
Gender |
Vacancies |
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Hockey |
Fullback |
Women |
01 |
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Hockey |
Goalkeeper |
Women |
01 |
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Cricket |
Medium Pace |
Women |
01 |
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Cricket |
Wicket Keeper (Batsman) |
Men |
01 |
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Weight Lifting |
89 Kg |
Men |
01 |
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Weight Lifting |
71 Kg |
Women |
01 |
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Boxing |
67 Kg |
Men |
01 |
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Boxing |
75 Kg |
Men |
01 |
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Athletics |
10 KM |
Women |
01 |
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Basketball (Min Height >6ft) |
All Rounder |
Men |
01 |
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Badminton |
Single |
Men |
01 |
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Badminton |
Single |
Women |
01 |
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Kabaddi |
Right Cover |
Men |
01 |
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Gymnastic |
Player |
Men |
03 |
Level – 04/05 (PB 5200-20200 + GP Rs. 2400/2800) - 05 Posts
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Sports Discipline |
Event/Position/Category |
Gender |
Vacancies |
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Athletics |
1500 M |
Men |
01 |
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Badminton |
Single |
Women |
01 |
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Judo |
100 Kg |
Men |
01 |
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Lawn Tennis |
Player |
Men |
01 |
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Shooting |
10 M – Air Pistol |
Men |
01 |
NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Age Limit:
Minimum 18 years and maximum 25 years as on 01/01/2026. Candidates born between 02/01/2001 and 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive) should only apply. No age relaxation shall be permissible.
NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
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Level |
Educational Qualification |
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Level – 4/5 |
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University. |
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Level – 2/3 |
Passed 12th (+2 stage) OR its equivalent examination OR Pass Matriculation from recognized Board Plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship OR Passed Matriculation from recognized Board plus ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT OR Passed Matriculation from recognized Board plus Diploma approved by Recognized Institution. Educational Qualification must be from Recognized Institutions. |
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Level - 1 |
Passed 10th or its equivalent examination OR ITI OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT. Educational Qualification must be from Recognized Institutions. |
Sports Norms:
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Level |
Minimum Sports Norms Required |
|---|---|
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Level – 4/5 |
(A) Represented the Country in Olympic Games (Senior Category) OR (B) At least 3rd Position in the World Cup (Junior/ Youth/ Senior Category)/ World Championships (Junior/Senior Category)/ Asian Games (Senior Category)/ Commonwealth Games (Senior Category)/ Youth Olympics/ Davis Cup (Tennis)/ Champions Trophy (Hockey) OR Thomas/ Uber Cup (Badminton) |
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Level – 2/3 |
(A) Represented the Country in the World Cup (Junior/ Youth/ Senior Category)/ World Championships (Junior/ Senior Category)/ Asian Games (Senior Category)/ Commonwealth Games (Senior Category)/ Youth Olympics/ Champions Trophy (Hockey)/ Davis Cup (Tennis) OR Thomas/ Uber Cup (Badminton) OR (B) At least 3rd position in the Commonwealth Championship (Junior/ Senior Category/ Asian Championship/Asia Cup (Junior/Senior Category)/South Asian Federation Games (Senior Category)/ USIC (World Railways) Championship (Senior Category)/World University Games OR (C) At least 3rd Position in Senior/ Youth/ Junior National Championships OR (D) At least 3rd position in National Games organized under aegis of Indian Olympic Association OR (E) At least 3rd position in All India Inter University Championship organized under the aegis of Association of Indian Universities OR (F) 1st position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior category). |
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Level - 1 |
(A) Represented the Country in Commonwealth Championship (Junior/Senior) OR Asian Championship/Asia Cup (Junior/Senior) OR South Asian Federation Games (senior) OR USIC (World Railways) Championship (Senior Category) OR World University Games OR (B) At least 3rd position in Federation Cup Championships (senior category) OR (C) Represented a State or Equivalent Unit, except in Marathon and Cross-country with at least 8th position in Senior National Championships only. |
NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Selection Process:
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The recruitment will be based on trials and assessment of sports achievements etc. |
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Document Verification |
NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Exam Fee:
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Category |
Application Fee |
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SC/ST, Women, Minorities, Economically Backward Classes |
₹ 250/- |
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All Other Candidates |
₹ 500/- |
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Payment Method |
Online (Net Banking/ Debit/ Credit Card) |
NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Important Dates:
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Date of Publication of Notification |
30th September 2025 |
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Opening Date of Online Application |
3rd October 2025 |
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Closing Date and Time of Online Application |
2nd November 2025 (up to 23:59 Hours) |
NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 Important Links:
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NCR Detailed Notification PDF |
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NCR Direct Apply Online link |
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NCR Official Website |
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Latest Railway Jobs |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
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Follow IndGovtJobs Social Channels |
How to Apply NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025:
The NCR Online Registration will be made through the RRC Prayagraj Portal (examerp.com/sports/). The NCR Sports Quota Online Registration Process Steps as follow:-
➢ Eligible candidates should apply online through RRC Prayagraj Portal (examerp.com/sports/) from October 2025.
➢ The Candidates should ensure that their Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth should exactly match as recorded in Matriculation or equivalent certificate. The Candidates are advised to indicate their active mobile number and valid e-mail ID.
➢ The candidates are required to upload scanned copy of Signature, Color Photograph and other required documents.
➢ Submit Application Form on or before closing date.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the age limit for NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
18 to 25 years as on 01/01/2026 (born 02/01/2001 to 01/01/2008). No age relaxation permissible.
What are the eligibility criteria for NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
Educational: Level 4/5 - Graduation; Level 2/3 - 12th or equivalent/Matric + Apprenticeship/ITI/Diploma; Level 1 - 10th/ITI/NAC. Sports Norms: Vary by level - International representations, medals in World Cup/Asian Games/Commonwealth, National Championships, etc.
What is the selection process for NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
Trials and assessment of sports achievements, followed by Document Verification.
What is the last date to apply for NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
2nd November 2025 (23:59 hrs).
What is the total number of vacancies for NCR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
46 vacancies across various sports disciplines in Levels 1, 2/3, 4/5.