Northern Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), New Delhi has released an official notification for recruitment of Sports Persons against Sports Quota for the year 2025–26. Eligible Indian sportspersons are invited to submit online applications for 38 vacancies in Level-1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. These vacancies are available across various divisions, workshops, and sports disciplines under Northern Railway.
This recruitment drive aims to strengthen Railway sports teams by inducting talented and active sportspersons from the open market. Candidates who meet the educational, age, and sports achievement criteria can apply within the prescribed dates.
Overview Post Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway |
| Advertisement No | RRC/NR-06/2025 |
| Job Location | Across Northern Railway Divisions & Workshops |
| Post Name | Sports Person (Sports Quota) |
| Total Vacancies | 38 |
| Qualification | 10th |
| Age Limit | 18-25 years |
| Online Application Start Date | 08-12-2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 07-01-2026 |
| Pay Level | Level-1 (7th CPC) |
| Pay Scale | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
Sports-Wise Vacancy Details
Vacancies are available in multiple sports including: Hockey, Weightlifting, Badminton (Men & Women), Athletics (Men & Women), Kho-Kho, Table Tennis, Chess, Swimming, Lawn Tennis, Cricket, Kabaddi, Football, Wrestling, Basketball
Total Vacancies: 38
(Vacancies are distributed across divisions like HQ, DLI, FZR, LKO, UMB, MB, JUDW)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Level-1 Post:
- Must have passed 10th / Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board
- Candidates with higher qualifications must also upload relevant certificates
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 18 Years | 25 Years |
Note: No age relaxation is allowed
Sports Eligibility (Very Important)
Candidates must have achieved recognized sports performance between:
Minimum sports norms for Level-1 include any one of the following:
- Represented India in Category-C International Championships
OR - Secured at least 3rd position in Senior Federation Cup
OR - Represented a State / Equivalent Unit with minimum 8th position in Senior National Championship
Selection Process
Selection will be done through the following stages:
- Screening & Scrutiny of Applications
- Document Verification
- Sports Trial
- Final Assessment & Merit List
Marks Distribution
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Game Skill, Fitness & Coach Observation | 40 Marks |
| Sports Achievements | 50 Marks |
| Education & Personality | 10 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Minimum qualifying marks for Level-1: 60 Marks
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / Women / Minority / EBC | ₹250/- |
Fee Refund:
- Fee will be refunded (after bank charges) to candidates who appear in trials
Medical & Probation
- Selected candidates must pass the prescribed medical fitness test
- Probation Period: 2 Years
- Selected sportspersons must continue sports performance for minimum 5 years
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 08 December 2025 (12:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 January 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Expected Trial Date | February 2026 |
Important Link
- Application Online link:- Click Here
- Official Website Link:- Click Here
- Official Notification PDF:- Click Here To Download PDF
- Get More Information:- Click Here
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: rrcnr.org
- Click on Apply Online
- Complete registration and login
- Fill application form (Part I to V)
- Upload required documents, photo & signature
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and take printout for future reference
Documents Required
- 10th Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Sports Achievement Certificates
- Caste / Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Photo, Signature & Thumb Impression
- NOC (if employed in Govt./PSU)
Important Instructions
- Separate application & fee required for each sport/discipline
- No TA/DA will be provided for trials
- Candidates must bring their own sports kit
- Selection is purely merit-based
- Any false information will lead to rejection
