South East Central Railway (SECR), Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh), Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) invites online applications from outstanding meritorious sportspersons for filling up 22 posts under Sports Quota for the year 2025-26. These include Group 'C' (21 posts) and Group 'D' (01 post) in various pay levels of 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Eligible sportspersons can register online from 17 January 2026 to 16 February 2026 via the official SECR website. Employment Notice No. RRC/SECR/01/2026. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full official notification carefully to verify eligibility on age, education, sports achievements (valid up to application closing date), and other norms before applying.
SECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
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| 🏢 Organization | South East Central Railway (SECR), Bilaspur |
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| 💼 Post Name | Sports Persons (Group C & D - Various Games) |
| 📊 Total Vacancies | 22 Posts |
| 🎯 Age Limit | 18 - 25 Years (as on 01.07.2026) |
| 💰 Monthly Salary | Level-5/4: As per 7th CPC Level-3/2: As per 7th CPC Level-1: As per 7th CPC |
| 🎓 Minimum Qualification | Graduate / 12th Pass / 10th Pass + ITI as per level |
| 💳 Application Fee | ₹500/- (Others) | ₹250/- (Exempted Categories) |
| 📝 Selection Process | Trials (40 Marks) / Sports Achievements (50 Marks) / Education (10 Marks) |
| 📍 Job Location | South East Central Railway Zones |
| ⏰ Last Date | 16 February 2026 |
✅ SECR Sports Quota 2026 Vacancy Details (Discipline-Wise)
(A) Level 5/4 (7th PC)
| Sr. No. | Name of the Game | Men/Women | Events/Position | No. of Posts |
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| 01 | Archery | Men | Recurve | 01 |
| 02 | Archery | Women | Recurve | 01 |
| 03 | Athletics | Women | 20 KM Race Walk | 01 |
| 04 | Badminton | Men | — | 01 |
| 05 | Boxing | Men | 50–55 KG | 01 |
| Total | 05 | |||
(B) Level 3/2 (7th PC)
| Sr. No. | Name of the Game | Men/Women | Events/Position | No. of Posts |
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| 01 | Archery | Women | Compound | 01 |
| 02 | Athletics | Men | 20 KM Race Walk | 01 |
| 03 | Athletics | Men | 200 Mtrs Run | 01 |
| 04 | Athletics | Men | High Jump | 01 |
| 05 | Athletics | Men | 10,000 Mtrs Run | 01 |
| 06 | Athletics | Women | 200 Mtrs Run | 01 |
| 07 | Badminton | Men | — | 01 |
| 08 | Badminton | Women | — | 01 |
| 09 | Boxing | Men | 85–90 Kgs | 01 |
| 10 | Boxing | Men | 65–70 Kgs | 01 |
| 11 | Weightlifting | Women | 58 Kgs | 01 |
| 12 | Weightlifting | Women | 63 Kgs | 01 |
| 13 | Powerlifting | Women | 52 Kgs | 01 |
| 14 | Powerlifting | Women | 84+ Kgs | 01 |
| 15 | Powerlifting | Women | 47 Kgs | 01 |
| 16 | Lawn Tennis | Men | — | 01 |
| Total | 16 | |||
(C) Level 1 (7th PC)
| Sr. No. | Name of the Game | Men/Women | Events/Position | No. of Posts |
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| 01 | Athletics | Women | 3000 Mtr Steeple Chase | 01 |
| Total | 01 | |||
✅ SECR Sports Quota 2026 Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026) |
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General / All Categories |
18-25 Years (Born between 02.07.2001 to 01.07.2008) |
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Age Relaxation: |
No relaxation for any category as per notification. |
✅ SECR Sports Quota 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification:
- Level 5/4: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from recognized University.
- Level 3/2: 12th Pass or equivalent OR Matric + ITI.
- Level 1: 10th Pass + ITI / NAC OR Matric + Course Completed Act Apprenticeship.
- Sports Norms: Achievements must be from recognized federations; valid up to closing date. Priority based on categories (A: Olympics Senior; B: World/Asian/Commonwealth; C: Asian Championships, Nationals, etc.).
- Level 5/4: Olympics Senior OR 3rd in Category-B events.
- Level 3/2: Category-B representation OR 3rd in Category-C / Senior/Junior Nationals / National Games / Inter University / 1st in Federation Cup Senior.
- Level 1: Category-C representation OR 3rd in Federation Cup Senior OR State representation with 8th in Senior Nationals (except Marathon/Cross Country).
✅ SECR Sports Quota 2026 Selection Process
- Trials: 40 Marks (Minimum 25 for FIT).
- Assessment of Sports Achievements: 50 Marks.
- Educational Qualification: 10 Marks.
- Total: 100 Marks. Qualifying: 70 (Level 5/4), 65 (Level 3/2), 60 (Level 1).
- Trials mandatory; video recorded. Final merit list; tie resolved by younger age.
✅ SECR Sports Quota 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Refundable on appearing in Trials) |
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General / OBC / Others |
₹500/- (₹400 refunded) |
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SC/ST/Ex-SM/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC |
₹250/- (fully refunded) |
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Payment Mode |
Online |
✅ SECR Sports Quota 2026 Important Dates
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Notification Release |
17 January 2026 |
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Start of Online Application |
17 January 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
16 February 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
✅ SECR Sports Quota 2026 Important Links
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Detailed Notification (English) |
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Detailed Notification (Hindi) |
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Apply Online |
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Official Website |
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Latest Railway Jobs |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply SECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Eligible sportspersons must apply ONLINE only through the official SECR portal. No offline/postal applications accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit secr.indianrailways.gov.in and navigate to Recruitment section.
➢ Step 2: Click on Sports Quota 2025-26 link and proceed to online registration.
➢ Step 3: Fill the application form accurately with personal, educational, and sports details (separate for multiple games if applying).
➢ Step 4: Upload recent passport-size photo (3.5x3.5 cm, 20-70 KB) and signature (3.5x2.5 cm, 20-30 KB).
➢ Step 5: Pay fee online and submit before 16 February 2026 (23:59 Hrs). Save/print confirmation and note registration number.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies in SECR Sports Quota 2026?
22 posts (21 Group C + 01 Group D) in various games and pay levels.
What is the age limit for SECR Sports Quota 2026?
18 to 25 years as on 01.07.2026 (born 02.07.2001 to 01.07.2008). No age relaxation mentioned.
What are the educational qualifications required?
Graduation for Level 5/4, 12th Pass or Matric+ITI for Level 3/2, 10th Pass+ITI for Level 1.
What is the selection process for SECR Sports Quota 2026?
Trials (40 marks), Sports Achievements (50 marks), Education (10 marks). Total 100 marks; trials mandatory.
What is the application fee for SECR Sports Quota 2026?
₹500/- for General/Others (₹400 refunded on trial appearance); ₹250/- for exempted categories (fully refunded on appearance).
What are the important dates for SECR Sports Quota 2026?
Online application: 17 January 2026 to 16 February 2026.