CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: The Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued a notification, Advt. No: R.II-21/2026-Sports for the recruitment of 521 Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) posts under the Sports Quota 2026. Meritorious male and female sportspersons who have represented the country, states, or universities in recognized national and international competitions can apply online via the official CRPF recruitment portal from October 12, 2026, to November 11, 2026.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization Name | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
| Notification No. | Advt. No: R.II-21/2026-Sports |
| Post Name | Head Constable (GD) & Constable (GD) under Sports Quota |
| No. of Posts | 521 Vacancies |
| Job Category | Central Government Jobs / Defence & Paramilitary |
| Job Location | All India (Liable to serve anywhere in India or abroad) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Last Date | November 11, 2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Official Website | rect.crpf.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | September 17, 2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | October 12, 2026 (09:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Submission & Fee Payment | November 11, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | November 12, 2026 to November 14, 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The Central Reserve Police Force has announced 521 vacancies for meritorious sportspersons under the Sports Quota across 22 sports disciplines. The recruitment includes 182 Head Constable (General Duty) posts and 339 Constable (General Duty) posts for both male and female candidates.
| Post Name | Male Posts | Female Posts | Total Vacancies |
| Head Constable (General Duty) | 150 | 32 | 182 |
| Constable (General Duty) | 258 | 81 | 339 |
| Total Vacancies | 408 | 113 | 521 |
Vacancies are distributed across 22 sporting disciplines: Aquatics (60), Athletics (101), Shooting (53), Kabaddi (27), Wrestling (26), Football (22), Electrician Motor Vehicle/Technical disciplines, Boxing (20), Volleyball (20), Water Sports (20), Wushu (20), Weightlifting (19), Karate (17), Basketball (16), Judo (16), Hockey (15), Taekwondo (14), Gymnastics (12), Handball (12), Yoga (12), Body Building (11), and Badminton (5).
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Education Details
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Sports Qualification Requirements |
| Head Constable (GD) | 10+2 / Intermediate or equivalent from a recognized Board or University. | • Represented the country in recognized International Competitions; OR • Represented a State/UT in National Games / Senior National Championships with a medal up to 3rd place; OR • Secured 1st or 2nd position in individual event (or reached finals in team event) in Inter-University Tournaments (AIU); OR • Won Gold or Silver medal in Junior National Championships. |
| Constable (GD) | Matriculation (10th Class) or equivalent from a recognized Board. | • Represented a State in Senior/Junior National Championships; OR • Represented State School Teams in National School Games (SGFI) with a medal up to 3rd place; OR • Won a medal up to 3rd place in Khelo India Youth / University / Winter Games; OR • Represented a University in Inter-University Tournaments. |
(Note: Sports certificates and achievements must be from the preceding two years between September 30, 2024, and September 30, 2026).
Salary
| Post Name | 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level | Pay Scale |
| Head Constable (GD) | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100/- plus admissible allowances |
| Constable (GD) | Level-3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100/- plus admissible allowances |
Age Limit
- Age Range: 18 to 23 years (Candidate must not be born earlier than August 02, 2003, and not later than August 01, 2008).
- Crucial Cut-off Date: August 01, 2026.
- Upper Age Relaxations:
- Unreserved (UR) Meritorious Sportspersons: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 8 years (5 + 3 years)
- SC / ST Candidates: 10 years (5 + 5 years)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules based on military service rendered
- Departmental Candidates (with 3 years service): Up to 5 years
Selection Process
| Stage | Name of Event | Description |
| Stage 1 | Identity & Document Verification | Biometric verification and scrutiny of original matriculation, 10+2, caste, domicile, and sports qualification certificates. |
| Stage 2 | Physical Standard Test (PST) | Measurement of Height, Chest (for males), and Weight. • Height: Male: 170 cm; Female: 157 cm (Relaxable for ST, Hilly & North-Eastern regions). • Chest (Males): 80 cm unexpanded with minimum 5 cm expansion. |
| Stage 3 | Sports Trial Test | Practical performance assessment in the respective sport conducted by the Board of Officers (Qualifying in nature; no marks awarded). |
| Stage 4 | Merit List | Prepared strictly based on the marks awarded for the candidate’s highest sports achievement/medal won during the qualifying period. |
| Stage 5 | Medical Examination (DME / RME) | Detailed Medical Examination and Review Medical Examination conducted under CAPF guidelines. |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
| Male Candidates (UR / OBC / EWS) | ₹100/- | Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI on the portal |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Exempted (Nil) | Not Applicable |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen Candidates | Exempted (Nil) | Not Applicable |
CRPF Sports Quota Notification 2026: How to Apply
- Visit the official recruitment portal of the Central Reserve Police Force at rect.crpf.gov.in.
- Click on the recruitment notice link for “Recruitment of Meritorious Sportsperson for Head Constable & Constable (GD) under Sports Quota-2026”.
- Complete the online registration by providing your basic details, active mobile number, and valid email address.
- Log in using your generated credentials and fill out the detailed application form, selecting your preferred post (HC/GD or CT/GD) and sports discipline.
- Enter all educational qualifications and detail your highest sports achievements.
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph (3.5 x 4.5 cm), signature, thumb impression, educational certificates, and sports merit certificates.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹100/- through the integrated online payment gateway (if applicable).
- Verify all entered data, submit the final application, and download/print a copy of the application form and fee receipt for future recruitment stages.
Important Links
| CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| CRPF Sports Quota Apply Online Link | Click Here |
