CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released the CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification for meritorious sportspersons. The recruitment is for 521 posts of Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota-2026. The official advertisement is Advt. No. R.II-21/2026-Sports, dated 17 September 2026.

Eligible Indian male and female sportspersons can submit their applications online from 12 October 2026 to 11 November 2026 through the CRPF recruitment portal.

CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The notification covers 22 sports disciplines, with vacancies distributed between Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD).

CRPF Sports Quota Vacancy 2026

A total of 521 vacancies have been announced:

The recruitment is specifically intended for meritorious sportspersons meeting the sports-achievement requirements prescribed in the notification.

Educational Qualification

Head Constable (GD)

Candidates applying for Head Constable (General Duty) must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board/institution, along with the prescribed sports qualification.

Constable (GD)

Candidates applying for Constable (General Duty) must have passed Matriculation/10th or equivalent, along with the prescribed sports achievement requirements.

Age Limit

The prescribed age is 18 to 23 years as on 01 August 2026.

Age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved and other categories as per the CRPF recruitment rules and notification. Reported relaxation includes 5 years for UR meritorious sportspersons, 8 years for OBC (NCL) and 10 years for SC/ST candidates, subject to the conditions in the advertisement.

Sports Qualification

This recruitment is specifically for meritorious sportspersons. Candidates must possess the sports achievements/participation specified in the official notification for the applicable discipline and competition level.

The prescribed sports-achievement period is reported as 30 September 2024 to 30 September 2026. Candidates should carefully check the discipline-wise eligibility and acceptable certificates before applying.

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CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The online application window is scheduled from 12 October 2026 at 9:00 AM to 11 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Application Fee

According to the available notification summaries, the application fee is ₹100 for eligible male UR/OBC/EWS candidates. Female candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen categories are exempt, subject to the notification’s conditions.

Selection Process

The recruitment process includes stages such as:

1. Identity Check & Biometric Capture
2. Document Verification
3. Physical Standard Test (PST)
4. Sports Trial Test
5. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
6. Review Medical Examination, wherever applicable
7. Preparation of merit list as per prescribed criteria

The available recruitment information does not list a written examination as a selection stage for this Sports Quota recruitment.

Pay Scale

The reported pay levels are:

• Head Constable (GD): Pay Level-4, ₹25,500–₹81,100
• Constable (GD): Pay Level-3, ₹21,700–₹69,100

How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official CRPF recruitment website.

Step 1: Visit the CRPF recruitment portal.
Step 2: Complete the required registration/profile process.
Step 3: Select the Sports Quota-2026 recruitment.
Step 4: Enter personal, educational and sports-achievement details.
Step 5: Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
Step 6: Pay the applicable examination/application fee.
Step 7: Submit the application before 11 November 2026.
Step 8: Save/print the final submitted application for future reference.

Applications are to be submitted online only through the CRPF recruitment portal.

Important Links

Official CRPF Recruitment Portal: rect.crpf.gov.in

Official CRPF Recruitment Details: CRPF Recruitment Details

Official Notification PDF: CRPF Sports Quota 2026 Notification PDF

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Important: Candidates should read the official notification carefully for discipline-wise vacancies, sports eligibility, certificate requirements, physical standards and other conditions before submitting the application.