CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – 521 Vacancies
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026:
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has announced recruitment of meritorious sportspersons for
Head Constable/GD and Constable/GD posts under Sports Quota-2026.
The notification provides a total of 521 tentative vacancies for eligible male and female candidates.
Recruiting Organization
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
Recruitment
Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Total Vacancies
521 Tentative
Posts
Head Constable/GD & Constable/GD
Application Mode
Online
Application Start
12 October 2026
Last Date
11 November 2026
Official Website
rect.crpf.gov.in
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India |
| Recruitment | Sports Quota-2026 |
| Posts | Head Constable/GD and Constable/GD |
| Total Vacancies | 521 Tentative |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 12 October 2026 at 09:00 Hours |
| Last Date | 11 November 2026 at 23:59 Hours |
| Correction Window | 12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026 |
| Official Website | rect.crpf.gov.in |
| Helpline | 011-26160255 |
CRPF Sports Quota Vacancy 2026
| Post | Male | Female | Total | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 150 | 32 | 182 | Level-4: ₹25,500–₹81,100 |
| Constable (GD) | 258 | 81 | 339 | Level-3: ₹21,700–₹69,100 |
| Total | 408 | 113 | 521 | — |
The vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease during the recruitment process as stated in the notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 12 October 2026 at 09:00 Hours |
| Last Date for Application & Fee Payment | 11 November 2026 at 23:59 Hours |
| Correction / Modification | 12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026 |
Sports Discipline-Wise Vacancies
The CRPF Sports Quota notification provides vacancies in the following sports disciplines:
| Sports Discipline | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Aquatics | 60 |
| Archery | 3 |
| Athletics | 101 |
| Badminton | 5 |
| Basketball | 16 |
| Body Building | 11 |
| Boxing | 20 |
| Football | 22 |
| Gymnastics | 12 |
| Handball | 12 |
| Hockey | 15 |
| Judo | 16 |
| Kabaddi | 27 |
| Karate | 17 |
| Shooting | 53 |
| Taekwondo | 14 |
| Volleyball | 20 |
| Water Sports | 20 |
| Weightlifting | 19 |
| Wushu | 20 |
| Wrestling | 26 |
| Yoga | 12 |
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Age Limit
The notification states an age limit of 18 to 23 years as on 01 August 2026, subject to the applicable category-wise age relaxations.
Important:
Candidates should carefully verify the date-of-birth requirement and applicable age relaxation
in the official notification before submitting the application.
Educational Qualification
- Head Constable/GD: 10+2 or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board/University, as prescribed in the notification.
- Constable/GD: Matriculation or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board.
Sports Qualification
The recruitment is intended for eligible meritorious sportspersons. Candidates must possess the sports achievements/certificates prescribed for the relevant post and sports discipline.
The notification specifies the qualifying competitions and sports achievements that can be considered for recruitment under the Sports Quota.
Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest | 80 cm unexpanded + 5 cm expansion | As prescribed in the notification |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age as per applicable medical standards | |
Specified relaxations in physical standards are available for eligible categories/regions as provided in the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Male – UR/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| Female – All Categories | Exempted |
| SC/ST | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
Selection Process
The recruitment process described in the notification includes the following stages:
- Online application and scrutiny
- Identity verification / biometric verification
- Document Verification
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Sports Trial Test
- Merit preparation based on sports achievements
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Review Medical Examination (RME), wherever applicable
Sports Trial:
Candidates must qualify the sports trial as prescribed for their respective discipline.
Sports achievement is considered for preparation of merit according to the notification.
How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CRPF Recruitment portal.
- Complete the candidate registration/profile process.
- Select the appropriate Sports Quota recruitment/post.
- Enter personal, educational and sports achievement details carefully.
- Upload the required certificates and documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee, if required.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
- Download/save the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable/GD | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Constable/GD | Level-3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
Important Documents
- Matriculation / 10th certificate.
- 10+2 certificate for candidates applying for Head Constable/GD.
- Sports achievement certificate(s).
- Caste/category certificate, wherever applicable.
- Domicile/residence certificate, wherever applicable.
- Certificates required for physical-standard relaxation, wherever applicable.
- Valid identity document.
- Recent photograph and signature as prescribed.
- Other documents specified in the official notification.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Read the complete official notification before applying.
- Check the eligibility requirements for the selected post and sports discipline.
- Enter all details correctly in the online application.
- Upload valid sports certificates in the prescribed manner.
- Keep the registration/application number safely.
- Keep copies of all submitted documents for future stages.
- Regularly check the official CRPF recruitment portal for updates, corrigenda and recruitment-stage notices.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
There are 521 tentative vacancies: 182 Head Constable/GD vacancies and 339 Constable/GD vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submission of the online application is 11 November 2026 up to 23:59 Hours.
Q3. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹100 for male candidates belonging to UR/OBC/EWS categories. Female candidates and SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted as stated in the notification.
Q4. What is the age limit?
The stated age limit is 18 to 23 years as on 01 August 2026, subject to applicable relaxations.
Q5. What is the qualification for Head Constable/GD?
Candidates must possess 10+2 or an equivalent qualification as prescribed in the notification, along with the required sports achievement.
Q6. What is the qualification for Constable/GD?
Candidates must possess Matriculation or equivalent qualification as prescribed in the notification, along with the required sports achievement.
Q7. What is the selection process?
The process includes document/identity verification, PST, sports trial, merit based on sports achievements and medical examination stages as prescribed.
Q8. Where can I apply?
Applications are submitted online through the official CRPF Recruitment portal.
Important Links
Note: This article is prepared from the CRPF Sports Quota-2026 notification supplied for this post. Candidates should read the complete official notification and verify all eligibility conditions, dates, certificates, vacancies and instructions on the official CRPF recruitment portal before applying.