16 September 2025

Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 67 Vacancies | Last Date 12th October

Last Updated: September 16, 2025

Southern Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Chennai invites online applications from eligible Sports Persons for recruitment of Pay Matrix Level-1 to Pay Matrix Level-5 Railway sector posts against Sports Quota under Open Advertisement Scheme for the year 2025-2026. The Southern Railway Sports Quota 2025 Online Registration Process start from 13th September and scheduled to be end on 12th October 2025.

Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 – 67 Vacancies

Employment Notice No. RRC-02/Sports/2025-26

www.indgovtjobs.in

Post Name

Sports Quota Vacancies

Total Vacancies

67

Age Limit

18 to 25 years as on 01/01/2026

Monthly Salary

Level –1, Level – 2/3, Level – 4/5

Minimum Qualification

Matric, 12th, Degree

Selection Process

Trails, Assessment of Sports Achievements and Educational Qualification

Job Location

Southern Region

Last Date

12/10/2025

Southern Railway Sports Quota Vacancy 2025:

Post Level

Sports Discipline

Total Vacancies

Level – 4/ 5

Athletics (Women), Boxing (Women), Cricket (Men), Tennis (Men)

05

Level 2 / 3

Athletics (Men & Women), Basketball (Men), Basketball (Women), Boxing (Men), Cricket (Men & Women), Golf (Men), Swimming (Men), Tennis (Men)

16

Level - 1

Athletics (Men & Women), Basketball (Men), Basketball (Women), Boxing (Men & Women), Cricket (Men & Women), Golf (Men), Swimming (Men), Weightlifting (Men & Women)

46

Southern Railway Sports Quota Salary:

  • Level 1: ₹ 18,000/- per month
  • Level 2: ₹ 19,900/- per month
  • Level 3: ₹ 21,700/- per month
  • Level 4: ₹ 25,500/- per month
  • Level 5: ₹ 29,200/- per month

Southern Railway Sports Quota Eligibility Criteria:

Educational Qualifications:

  • For Posts in Level 2 & 3: Matriculation with 12th Class Pass (+2 Stage).
  • For Posts in Level 4 & 5: Graduation (Bachelor's Degree).

Sports Eligibility:

  • Level-4 & 5: Represented the Country in Olympic Games (Category- 'A') (OR) At least 3rd position in any of the Category - B' Championships / events.
  • Level-2 & 3: Represented the Country in any of the Category – ‘B' Championships/ events. (OR) At least 3rd position in any of the Category-'C Championships / events (OR) At least 3rd position in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships (OR) At least 3rd Position in National Games organised under the Aegis of Indian Olympic Association. (OR) At least 3rd Position in All India Inter University Championships organised under the Aegis of Association of Indian Universities (OR) First position in Federation Cup Championship (Senior Category).
  • Level-1: Represented the Country in any of Category – C Championships / Events (OR) At least 3rd Position in Federation Cp Championships (Senior Category) (OR) Represented a State or equivalent Unit, except in Marathon and Cross Country, with at least 8th position in Senior National Championships only.

Southern Railway Sports Quota Selection Process:

For Game Skill, Physical Fitness and Coach’s observation during trials

40 Marks

For Assessment of recognized sports achievements as per norms

50 Marks

Educational Qualification

10 Marks

Total =

100 Marks

Southern Railway Sports Quota Application Fee:

  • ₹ 500/- for General / OBC category candidates.
  • ₹ 250/- for SC / ST / Women / Ex-servicemen / PwD / candidates belonging to Minority.
  • The fee should be made through online payment gateway.

Southern Railway Sports Quota Important Dates:

Opening Date for Notification

13 September 2025

Last Date for receipt of application

03 October 2025

Tentative Date of Exam / Skill Test / Interview

To be notified

Southern Railway Sports Quota Important Links:

Detailed Notification

Notification PDF

Online Application Portal

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the age limit for Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?

18 to 25 years as on 01/01/2026, with relaxations as per government norms for reserved categories.

What are the eligibility criteria for Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?

Level 2/3: Matriculation with 12th Class Pass. Level 4/5: Graduation. Sports eligibility includes representation in Olympic Games, Category B/C Championships, National Championships, or other specified events as per post level.

What is the selection process for Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?

Selection based on Trials (Game Skill, Physical Fitness, Coach’s Observation: 40 marks), Assessment of Sports Achievements (50 marks), and Educational Qualification (10 marks).

What is the last date to apply for Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?

October 12, 2025.

What is the total number of vacancies for Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?

Total 67 vacancies (Level 4/5: 05, Level 2/3: 16, Level 1: 46).