Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has invited online applications from meritorious male and female sportspersons who are ordinarily residents of India for recruitment to the posts of Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota-2026. A total of 521 vacancies will be filled as per Advertisement No. R.II-21/2026-Sports.
The CRPF Sports Quota 2026 online registration process will begin on 12 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 11 November 2026. On this page, CAPF and police job aspirants can find all important details of CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, including the official notification and application link.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 (HC/GD & CT/GD)
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Organization |
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. |
R.II-21/2026-Sports |
| Post Name |
Head Constable (GD) & Constable (GD) – Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancies |
521 Posts |
| Age Limit |
18 to 23 Years as on 01.08.2026 |
| Pay Scale |
HC/GD: Level-4 ₹25,500–81,100 | CT/GD: Level-3 ₹21,700–69,100 |
| Educational Qualification |
HC/GD: 10+2 | CT/GD: Matriculation + Sports Qualification |
| Application Fee |
₹100 (Exempted for Female / SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen) |
| Selection Process |
Identity Check, Document Verification, PST, Sports Trial Test, DME / RME |
| Job Location |
All India (CRPF posting anywhere in India / abroad) |
| Last Date |
11 November 2026 |
✅ CRPF Sports Quota Vacancy 2026 Details:
| Name of Post | Male | Female | Total | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable / GD (Sports Quota) | 150 | 32 | 182 | Pay Matrix Level-4 ₹25,500 – 81,100/- |
| Constable / GD (Sports Quota) | 258 | 81 | 339 | Pay Matrix Level-3 ₹21,700 – 69,100/- |
| Grand Total | 521 | |||
Sports Discipline-wise Vacancies:
| Sl. No. | Sports Discipline | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo) | 60 |
| 2 | Archery | 3 |
| 3 | Athletics | 101 |
| 4 | Badminton | 5 |
| 5 | Basketball | 16 |
| 6 | Body Building | 11 |
| 7 | Boxing | 20 |
| 8 | Football | 22 |
| 9 | Gymnastics | 12 |
| 10 | Handball | 12 |
| 11 | Hockey | 15 |
| 12 | Judo | 16 |
| 13 | Kabaddi | 27 |
| 14 | Karate | 17 |
| 15 | Shooting | 53 |
| 16 | Taekwondo | 14 |
| 17 | Volleyball | 20 |
| 18 | Water Sports (Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing) | 20 |
| 19 | Weightlifting | 19 |
| 20 | Wushu | 20 |
| 21 | Wrestling | 26 |
| 22 | Yoga (Yogasana) | 12 |
| Grand Total | 521 | |
✅ CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Nationality: Candidates who are ordinarily residents of India (Male / Female).
- Age Limit: 18 to 23 years as on 01.08.2026. Candidates should not have been born earlier than 02.08.2003 and later than 01.08.2008.
- Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation – 05 years for UR, 08 years for OBC (NCL) and 10 years for SC / ST, as per relevant Recruitment Rules / Sports Quota norms.
- Date of Birth: Only Date of Birth and Name recorded in Matriculation / Secondary Examination Certificate will be accepted. No subsequent change request will be considered.
- Educational Qualification Cut-off: Candidates who do not possess the prescribed educational qualification as on 11.11.2026 are not eligible to apply.
| Post | Essential Educational Qualification | Sports Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| HC/GD (Sports Quota) |
10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board / University recognized by Central or State Govt., or equivalent Army Qualification in the case of Ex-Army personnel. |
(a) Represented the country in recognized International Competitions / Meets with clearance of Department of Sports, MYAS; OR (b) Represented a State / UT in National Games / Championship organized by NSF recognized by MYAS or National Games organized by IOA and secured medal / position up to 3rd place; OR (c) Secured 1st or 2nd position in individual event in Inter University Tournaments (for team event, team must have reached finals) conducted by AIU / Inter University Sports Board; OR (d) Won Gold or Silver medal in individual / team event in Junior National level Games / Championship / Meet organized by NSF recognized by MYAS. |
| CT/GD (Sports Quota) |
Matriculation or its equivalent from a recognized Board. |
(a) Represented a State in Senior / Junior National level Games / Championships organized by NSF recognized by MYAS; OR (b) Represented State Schools Teams in National Sports / Games for Schools conducted by SGFI and won medals / positions up to 3rd place; OR (c) Represented a State / UT in Khelo India University Games / Khelo India Youth Games / Khelo India Winter Games and won medals / positions up to 3rd place; OR (d) Represented their University in Inter-University Tournaments conducted by Inter-University Sports Boards. |
Sports Achievement Period: Players who have represented or won medal(s) in the competitions mentioned above during the period from 30.09.2024 to 30.09.2026 shall be eligible.
✅ CRPF Sports Quota Application Fee 2026:
- General / OBC / EWS Male: ₹100/-
- Female candidates, SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen: Exempted from payment of fee
✅ CRPF Sports Quota Selection Process 2026:
Online Admit Cards will be issued to candidates whose applications are found in order. The recruitment process includes:
- Identity Check
- Checking of Testimonials / Documents
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Sports Trial Test
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME)
✅ Important Dates:
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Event |
Schedule |
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Starting Date of Online Application |
12 October 2026 |
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Closing Date of Online Application |
11 November 2026 |
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Correction / Modification in Submitted Application |
12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026 |
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Age Reckoning Date |
01 August 2026 |
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Educational Qualification Cut-off Date |
11 November 2026 |
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Sports Achievement Period |
30.09.2024 to 30.09.2026 |
✅ Important Links:
| CRPF Sports Quota Detailed Notification | Download Notification |
| CRPF Sports Quota Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| CRPF Official Recruitment Website | Click Here |
| Latest Police Jobs 2026 List | Click Here |
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✅ How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026:
Eligible meritorious sportspersons can apply online only through the official CRPF recruitment website.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://rect.crpf.gov.in.
➢ Step 2: Open the link for Recruitment of Meritorious Sportspersons for HC/GD and CT/GD under Sports Quota-2026.
➢ Step 3: Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered and fill the online application form carefully.
➢ Step 4: Upload photograph, signature and sports / educational certificates as prescribed.
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee of ₹100 (if applicable) and submit the form before 11 November 2026.
➢ Step 6: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference. Use the correction window from 12.11.2026 to 14.11.2026 if any modification is required.
Changes / corrigendum in the detailed advertisement, if any, will be published only on https://rect.crpf.gov.in.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
A total of 521 posts have been notified — 182 Head Constable (GD) and 339 Constable (GD) under Sports Quota.
What is the last date to apply for CRPF Sports Quota 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 11 November 2026. Application correction window will remain open from 12 to 14 November 2026.
What is the age limit for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 23 years as on 01.08.2026 (born not earlier than 02.08.2003 and not later than 01.08.2008). Upper age relaxation is 05 years for UR, 08 years for OBC (NCL) and 10 years for SC/ST as per rules.
What is the educational qualification for CRPF HC/GD and CT/GD Sports Quota?
HC/GD requires 10+2 or equivalent. CT/GD requires Matriculation or equivalent. Candidates must also possess the prescribed sports qualification during 30.09.2024 to 30.09.2026.
What is the selection process for CRPF Sports Quota 2026?
Selection includes Identity Check, Document Verification, Physical Standard Test (PST), Sports Trial Test and Detailed Medical Examination / Review Medical Examination. There is no written examination mentioned in the notification.
What is the application fee for CRPF Sports Quota 2026?
Application fee is ₹100 for male UR/OBC/EWS candidates. Female candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen category are exempted.
How to apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through the official CRPF recruitment website https://rect.crpf.gov.in from 12 October 2026 to 11 November 2026.