Central Railway, under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released Employment Notice No. RRC/CR/01/2026 for recruitment against the Sports Quota for the year 2026-27. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian sportspersons for 59 Group 'C' and Level-1 (Erstwhile Group 'D') posts in various sports disciplines.
The Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 for 59 Vacancies Online Application process starts from 15th July 2026 and closes on 14th August 2026. This article provides complete information about Central Railway Sports Quota 2026, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, official notification, and online application procedure.
Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Various Group 'C' & Level-1 Posts (Sports Quota) |
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| Total Vacancies |
59 Posts |
| Age Limit |
18-25 Years |
| Salary |
Railway Pay Matrix (Level 1 to 5) + DA, HRA & other allowances |
| Minimum Qualification |
10th / 12th / Graduation (as per Level) + Sports Achievements |
| Application Fee |
As per detailed notification |
| Selection Process |
Sports Trial + Document Verification + Medical Examination |
| Job Location |
Central Railway |
| Last Date |
14 August 2026 (6:00 PM) |
✅ Central Railway Sports Quota Vacancy 2026 Post Wise List:
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Pay Level |
No. of Vacancies |
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| Level 5/4 | 05 |
| Level 3/2 | 16 |
| Level 1 (Erstwhile Group 'D') | 38 |
| Total | 59 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
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Pay Level |
Age Limit |
Educational Qualification & Sports Eligibility |
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Level 5/4 |
18-25 years |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline + Represented in International/National level sports events with required achievements in the last two years (as per notification) |
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Level 3/2 |
18-25 years |
12th Pass or Matriculation + ITI/Act Apprenticeship + Sports achievements (as per notification) |
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Level 1 (Erstwhile Group 'D') |
18-25 years |
10th Pass or ITI or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) + Sports achievements (as per notification) |
✅ Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps: -
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Scrutiny of Online Applications
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Verification of Sports Achievements
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Trial of Sports Performance
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Assessment of Educational Qualification
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
✅ Application Fee:
- Application Fee details will be available in the detailed notification on the official website.
✅ Important Dates:
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Notification Date |
15 July 2026 |
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Online Application Starts |
15 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
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Last Date for Online Application |
14 August 2026 (6:00 PM) |
✅ Important Links:
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Central Railway Sports Quota Detailed Notification (Short Notice) |
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Railway Recruitment Cell Central Railway Official Website |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official portal. The online application steps are as follows:-
- Step 1: Visit the RRC Central Railway website rrccr.com from 15 July 2026 (10:00 AM).
- Step 2: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to obtain login credentials.
- Step 3: Log in and fill the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and sports achievements (name, father’s name, and date of birth must match certificates).
- Step 4: Upload scanned copies of recent color photograph, signature, educational certificates (10th/12th/Degree), sports certificates, and Aadhaar card.
- Step 5: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) before 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM).
- Step 6: Review, submit the application, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
59 posts (Group 'C' and Level-1).
What is the age limit for Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
18-25 years (no age relaxation for any category as per current information).
What is the pay scale in Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Railway Pay Matrix Level 1 to Level 5 + DA, HRA and other allowances.
What is the selection process for Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Sports Trial, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
What is the last date for Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
14 August 2026 (up to 6:00 PM) for online application.