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CRPF Constable (Sports Quota) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online Form for 521 Head Constable & Constable Posts

Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs

Latest Jobs Active Advt. No. R.II-21/2026-Sports Posted Updated
Last date to apply 25 days left 11 November 2026
Last Date 11 November 2026
Qualification 10th Pass / ITI / 12th Pass / Diploma / Graduate / B.Ed
Job Location All India

Coming up: Crucial Date for Category Status (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)

11 November 2026 (closing date of online application)

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

EventDateStatus
Application Start Date12 October 2026✓ Done
Application Last Date11 November 2026Next
Last Date for Fee Payment11 November 2026Upcoming
EventDate & Time–
Correction/Modification Window12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026–
Crucial Date for Category Status (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)11 November 2026 (closing date of online application)–
Eligible Sports Achievement Window30 September 2024 to 30 September 2026 (2 years prior to advertisement publication)–

Vacancy Details

Sl.Sports DisciplineTotal Posts
1Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo)60
2Archery3
3Athletics101
4Badminton5
5Basketball16
6Body Building11
7Boxing20
8Football22
9Gymnastics12
10Handball12
11Hockey15
12Judo16
13Kabaddi27
14Karate17
15Shooting53
16Taekwondo14
17Volleyball20
18Water Sports (Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing)20
19Weightlifting19
20Wushu20
21Wrestling26
22Yoga (Yogasana)12
Grand Total521

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PostEducational 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.
PostPay Level (7th CPC)
Head Constable (GD) SportspersonsLevel 4: Rs. 25,500 – 81,100
Constable (GD) SportspersonsLevel 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

  1. Selection proceeds through Identity Check, Documentation, Physical Standard Test (PST), Sports Trial Test, and Detailed/Review Medical Examination, in sequence

How to Apply

  1. Visit rect.crpf.gov.in and read the instructions carefully before filling the application.
  2. 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.
  3. Fill the online application form and pay the application fee (where applicable) through the website only.
  4. Submit the application before 11 November 2026, 23:59 hrs.
  5. 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.

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.

What is the pay scale?

Head Constable (GD): Level 4, Rs. 25,500–81,100. Constable (GD): Level 3, Rs. 21,700–69,100.

Is there a service bond?

Yes. Selected candidates must execute a Rs. 1,00,000/- bond committing to serve the Force for at least 3 years.

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