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11 November 2026 (closing date of online application)
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Overview
Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs has published a recruitment notification for CRPF Constable (Sports Quota) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online Form for 521 Head Constable & Constable Posts (Advt. No. R.II-21/2026-Sports).
Applications run from 12 October 2026 to 11 November 2026.
Organisation
Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs
Advertisement No.
R.II-21/2026-Sports
Job Location
All India
Job Category
Defence Jobs
Important Dates
Event
Date
Status
Application Start Date
12 October 2026
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Application Last Date
11 November 2026
Next
Last Date for Fee Payment
11 November 2026
Upcoming
Event
Date & Time
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Correction/Modification Window
12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026
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Crucial Date for Category Status (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
11 November 2026 (closing date of online application)
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Eligible Sports Achievement Window
30 September 2024 to 30 September 2026 (2 years prior to advertisement publication)
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Vacancy Details
Sl.
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
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Post
Educational Qualification
HC/GD (Sports Quota)
10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board/University recognized by the Central or State Government, or equivalent Army Qualification (for Ex-Army personnel)
CT/GD (Sports Quota)
Matriculation or its equivalent from a recognized Board
Candidates who do not possess the prescribed educational qualification as on 11 November 2026 are not eligible to apply. Educational and sports qualification certificates other than from a Central/State Board must be accompanied by a Government notification declaring the equivalence of that qualification for Central Government service.
Represented the country in a recognized International Competition/Meet, with clearance from the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
Represented a State/UT in the National Games/Championship organized by a National Sports Federation recognized by the Department of Sports, or in National Games organized by the Indian Olympic Association, with a medal or position up to 3rd place.
Secured 1st or 2nd position in an individual event in Inter-University Tournaments (for team events, the team must have reached the finals) conducted by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)/Inter University Sports Board.
Won Gold or Silver medal in an individual/team event at Junior National level Games/Championship/Meet organized by a recognized National Sports Federation.
Represented a State in Senior/Junior National level Games/Championships organized by a recognized National Sports Federation.
Represented a State School Team in National Sports/Games for Schools conducted by the All-India School Games Federation of India (SGFI), with a medal or position up to 3rd place.
Represented a State/UT in Khelo India University Games/Khelo India Youth Games/Khelo India Winter Games, with a medal or position up to 3rd place.
Represented their University in Inter-University Tournaments conducted by the Inter-University Sports Boards, in any sport/game.
Post
Pay Level (7th CPC)
Head Constable (GD) Sportspersons
Level 4: Rs. 25,500 – 81,100
Constable (GD) Sportspersons
Level 3: Rs. 21,700 – 69,100
Dearness Allowance, HRA and other allowances are admissible as per Government orders applicable in CRPF from time to time. The New Defined Contributory Pension Scheme (implemented vide MoF OM No. 1(7)(2)/2003/TA dated 07.01.2004) applies to selected candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Particular : Detail
Age Limit (both posts) : 18 to 23 years
Cut-off Date : 1 August 2026
Date of Birth Range : Not before 2 August 2003 and not after 1 August 2008
Salary / Pay Scale
Post Pay Level (7th CPC) Head Constable (GD) Sportspersons Level 4: Rs.
Selection Process
Selection proceeds through Identity Check, Documentation, Physical Standard Test (PST), Sports Trial Test, and Detailed/Review Medical Examination, in sequence
How to Apply
Visit rect.crpf.gov.in and read the instructions carefully before filling the application.
Create your profile and upload a copy of the certificate/document for your sports discipline, in support of your highest medal/position or highest level of participation, before applying – applications without this upload will be rejected during scrutiny.
Fill the online application form and pay the application fee (where applicable) through the website only.
Submit the application before 11 November 2026, 23:59 hrs.
Use the correction window (12–14 November 2026) if you need to modify your submitted application.
Verify before applying. This website is an information portal and is not affiliated with any government organisation. In case of any difference, the official notification is final.
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CRPF Constable (Sports Quota) Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online Form for 521 Head Constable & Constable Posts: Eligibility, dates and application steps
CRPF Constable (Sports Quota) Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online Form for 521 Head Constable & Constable Posts. Check the recruitment notification for post-wise vacancies, qualifications, age rules and selection stages. Compare the application deadline with fee-payment and correction dates. Use the official application portal and retain your submission acknowledgement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts has CRPF advertised under the Sports Quota?
521 posts – 182 Head Constable (GD) and 339 Constable (GD) – across 22 sports disciplines.
What is the last date to apply?
11 November 2026, till 23:59 hrs; the application window opened on 12 October 2026 at 9:00 AM.
Who is eligible to apply?
Meritorious male/female sportspersons who have represented the country, a State/UT, their University, or their School in recognized competitions at specified levels, within the last two years, and who meet the age and educational qualification for the post.
What is the age limit?
18 to 23 years as on the cut-off date of 1 August 2026, with age relaxation of 5 to 13 years depending on category and Ex-Servicemen status.
Is there a written exam?
No. Selection is based on a merit list built from sports achievement marks, followed by a Physical Standard Test, a qualifying Sports Trial Test, and a medical examination – there is no written test or interview.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 100/- for male UR/OBC/EWS candidates; exempted for all female candidates and for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
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