The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) has announced the Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 to recruit skilled and accomplished sportspersons for multiple Group C and Level-1 posts. Through this recruitment drive, the organization aims to recognize outstanding sporting talent and provide selected candidates with an opportunity to build a rewarding career in the Indian Railways. Furthermore, the selection process emphasizes sports performance, trial performance, and overall merit. Therefore, candidates with recognized sports achievements can take advantage of this opportunity and compete for these prestigious railway positions.
In this article, candidates can check complete details of RRC Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 such as eligibility criteria, age limit, application dates, vacancy details, selection process, salary, and how to apply.
Eligibility Details
Candidates must meet the educational qualification prescribed for the post they wish to apply for. The required qualifications are as follows:
- Level 5/4 Posts: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Level 3/2 Posts: Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or possess Matriculation with ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT or Matriculation with Course Completed Act Apprenticeship (CCAA).
- Level-1 Posts: Candidates must have passed Class 10, or possess an ITI certificate, an equivalent qualification, or a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive their salary according to the post and pay level under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). In addition to the basic pay, they will also receive applicable railway allowances and other government benefits.
| Pay Level | Initial Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Level 5 | ₹29,200 per month |
| Level 4 | ₹25,500 per month |
| Level 3 | ₹21,700 per month |
| Level 2 | ₹19,900 per month |
| Level 1 | ₹18,000 per month |
Apart from the basic salary, selected candidates will also receive benefits such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), medical facilities, leave benefits, pension benefits under the applicable rules, and other allowances as per Central Railway and Government of India regulations.
Age limit
The age limit will be calculated as on 01 January 2027. Candidates must satisfy the following age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- Candidates must be born between 01 January 2002 and 01 January 2009 (both dates inclusive).
- No age relaxation is available for any category.
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee online while submitting the application form. The category-wise fee details are given below:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / Women | ₹250 |
| Ex-Servicemen / Minorities / EBC | ₹250 |
Note: Eligible candidates who appear for the selection trial will receive a refund of the application fee after deducting applicable bank charges. Candidates in the General/OBC/EWS category will receive a refund of ₹400, while candidates belonging to SC/ST, Women, Ex-Servicemen, Minorities, and EBC categories will receive a full refund after bank charges.
Selection Process
The RRC Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 selection process includes the following stages:
- Document Verification (DV): The authorities will verify the candidate’s educational, age, identity, and sports achievement certificates.
- Sports Trial: Candidates will appear for sports trials, where the selection committee will assess their game skills, physical fitness, and overall performance.
- Merit List: Finally, the authorities will prepare the merit list based on sports achievements, trial performance, and educational qualification marks. Candidates who secure the required qualifying marks will receive appointment offers according to merit.
Important Dates
| Application Starts | 15 July 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Total Post | 59 Seats |
| Exam Date | No Exam |
| Vacancy Type | Sports Quota Recruitment |
How to Apply
Candidates can complete the RRC Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 application process through the official online portal. Follow these steps to submit the application form:
- Visit the official RRC Central Railway website.
- Open the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Register yourself by providing the required personal details.
- Fill in the application form carefully with accurate information.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.
- Review all the details before submitting the form.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the final application form for future reference.
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