Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 for 59 Group C & D Posts – Notification Released: The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway, Mumbai, has announced the recruitment of 59 Group ‘C’ and Group ‘D’ posts under the Sports Quota for the year 2025-26 through Employment Notice No. RRC/CR/01/2025, dated 01/08/2025.
This recruitment drive targets meritorious sportspersons, both male and female, who are Indian citizens, to fill vacancies across various sports disciplines. Eligible candidates can apply online via the RRC Central Railway portal from 1st August to 31st August 2025. This article provides detailed information on vacancies, eligibility criteria, salary, selection process, application process, and important dates.
Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 – Notification Overview
| Post Name | Group C & Group D (Sports Quota) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 59 (Level 1: 38, Level 3/2: 16, Level 5/4: 5) |
| Age Limit | 18–25 years as on 01/08/2025 (No relaxation) |
| Pay Scale | Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900), Level-3/2 (₹19,900–63,200), Level-5/4 (₹25,500–92,300) |
| Qualification | 10th Pass/ITI (Level 1), 12th Pass/ITI/Apprenticeship (Level 3/2), Bachelor’s Degree (Level 5/4) |
| Selection Process | Sports Trials, Assessment of Achievements, Educational Qualification, Document Verification |
| Last Date to Apply | 31/08/2025 (18:00 Hours) |
| Job Location | Central Railway Zones, India |
✅ Central Railway Sports Quota Vacancy 2025:
| Post Level | No of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Level 1 (Group D) | 38 |
| Level 3/2 (Group C) | 16 |
| Level 5/4 (Group C) | 5 |
| Total | 59 |
Sports Disciplines:
✔️ Level 5/4: Athletics, Badminton, Table Tennis
✔️ Level 3/2: Athletics, Basketball, Boxing, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Handball
✔️ Level 1: Athletics, Basketball, Body Building, Boxing, Cycling Track, Cycling Road, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling (Greco-Roman), Wrestling (Free Style), Handball
✅ Central Railway Sports Quota Salary:
✔️ Level 1 (Group D): Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900) + Allowances
✔️ Level 3/2 (Group C): Pay Matrix Level-3/2 (₹19,900–63,200) + Allowances
✔️ Level 5/4 (Group C): Pay Matrix Level-5/4 (₹25,500–92,300) + Allowances
✔️ Additional benefits: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other perks as per Central Government norms
✅ Central Railway Sports Quota Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit (as on 01/08/2025):
✔️ Minimum: 18 years
✔️ Maximum: 25 years
✔️ Note: No age relaxation for any category (SC/ST/OBC/PwD, etc.)
Educational Qualifications:
✔️ Level 5/4: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
✔️ Level 3/2: 12th Pass (+2 stage) or equivalent OR Matriculation (10th Pass) + Course Completed Act Apprenticeship OR Matriculation + ITI from a recognized institute
✔️ Level 1: 10th Pass OR ITI OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT or equivalent
✔️ Sports Eligibility: Candidates must have represented the country in international competitions, state in national championships, or achieved medals/positions in recognized sports events (as per norms in the official notification) in the last two years.
✅ Central Railway Sports Quota Selection Process:
✔️ Sports Trials: Candidates must secure 25 or more out of 40 marks in game skills, physical fitness, and coach’s observation to be declared FIT. Only FIT candidates proceed to the next stage.
✔️ Assessment of Sports Achievements: Evaluation based on recognized sports achievements (50 marks).
✔️ Educational Qualification: Assessment of academic credentials (10 marks).
✔️ Document Verification: Verification of educational, sports, and identity documents.
Marking Scheme:
| Description | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Sports Achievements (as per norms) | 50 |
| Game Skill, Physical Fitness, Coach’s Observation (Trials) | 40 |
| Educational Qualification | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
✅ Central Railway Sports Quota Application Fee:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500/- |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwD/Women/Minorities/EBC | ₹250/- |
Payment Method: Online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI through the payment gateway.
✅ How to Apply for Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025:
✔️ Visit the RRC Central Railway portal at rrccr.com from 01/08/2025 (10:00 AM).
✔️ Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to obtain login credentials.
✔️ Log in and fill out the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and sports achievements, ensuring the name, father’s name, and date of birth match the educational and sports certificates.
✔️ Upload scanned copies of a recent color photograph, signature, 10th/12th/degree certificates, sports certificates, and Aadhaar card.
✔️ Pay the application fee online by 31/08/2025 (18:00 Hours).
✔️ Review and submit the application, then download and print the confirmation page.
✔️ Regularly check rrccr.com for updates on admit cards, trial schedules, and results.
✅ Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 01/08/2025 |
| Online Application Start | 01/08/2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Online Application Deadline | 31/08/2025 (18:00 Hours) |
| Tentative Trial/Examination Dates | To be notified |
✅ Important Links:
Central Railway Sports Quota Notification PDF |
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RRC Central Railway Application Portal |
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Latest Sports Govt Jobs 2025 |
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Join Our Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ FAQs:
1. How to apply for Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
Apply online via rrccr.com from 01/08/2025 (10:00 AM) to 31/08/2025 (18:00 Hours), upload required documents, pay the fee, and submit the form.
2. What is the eligibility for Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
10th Pass/ITI (Level 1), 12th Pass/ITI/Apprenticeship (Level 3/2), or Bachelor’s Degree (Level 5/4) with recognized sports achievements. Age: 18–25 years (no relaxation).
3. What is the selection process?
Sports Trials (minimum 25/40 marks to qualify), Assessment of Sports Achievements (50 marks), Educational Qualification (10 marks), and Document Verification.
4. What is the last date to apply?
31/08/2025 (18:00 Hours).
5. How many vacancies are available?
59 posts: Level 1 (38), Level 3/2 (16), Level 5/4 (5) across various sports disciplines.
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