Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 59 Vacancies

The Central Railway has opened recruitment for 59 positions under the sports quota for 2026-27. Athletes from various sports disciplines can apply online until August 14, 2026. The recruitment is open to all categories without separate reservations. Candidates aged between 18 and 25 years are eligible, with specific educational qualifications required for different post levels. The selection process includes document verification and trials, with a structured salary based on the 7th Pay Commission. Don't miss this opportunity to join the railway sector!

By Sourabh Singh Jul 18, 2026, 10:29 IST

Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Athletes aspiring for railway jobs have exciting news. The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) of Central Railway has initiated recruitment under the sports quota for the year 2026-27. A total of 59 positions are available through this recruitment drive. The application process commenced on July 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and interested candidates can submit their applications online until 6:00 PM on August 14, 2026.

This recruitment is inclusive of candidates from all backgrounds, with no separate reservations for SC, ST, OBC, or EWS categories.

Vacancies Overview:
As per the notification from Central Railway, the 59 vacancies are categorized by pay levels:

Post Level	Vacancies
Group 'C' Level-5/4	5
Group 'C' Level-3/2	16
Level-1 (formerly Group D)	38
Total	59

Eligible Sports:
Applications are welcomed from athletes in various sports disciplines, including:

Athletics
Football
Wrestling
Boxing
Cycling
Handball
Hockey
Kho-Kho
Powerlifting
Volleyball
Weightlifting

Both male and female athletes can apply for athletics, while football requires players in roles such as striker, midfielder, and winger.

Age Criteria:
The age limit for candidates is set between 18 and 25 years, calculated as of January 1, 2027. Candidates must have been born between January 1, 2002, and January 1, 2009, with no age relaxation applicable for any category.

Educational Requirements:
Qualifications vary by post level:

For Level-5 and Level-4: A bachelor's degree from a recognized university is required.
For Level-3 and Level-2: Candidates must have completed 12th grade or an ITI/Act Apprenticeship after 10th grade.
For Level-1: Candidates should have passed 10th grade and possess an ITI qualification or a National Apprenticeship Certificate from NCVT.

Sports Achievements:
Sports achievements will be assessed based on competitions held from April 1, 2024, onwards, including participation or medals in events like the Olympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and National Championships.

Salary Structure:
Selected candidates will receive salaries as per the 7th Pay Commission:

Salary Level	Starting Salary
Level-5	Rs 29,200
Level-4	Rs 25,500
Level-3	Rs 21,700
Level-2	Rs 19,900
Level-1	Rs 18,000

Additional allowances will be provided according to Railway regulations.

Selection Process:
Selection will involve document verification and a trial. The trial will allocate 40 marks based on sports skills, physical fitness, and a coach's evaluation, with a minimum of 25 marks required to be deemed 'fit.' The final merit list will be based on a total of 100 marks: 50 for sports achievements, 40 for the trial, and 10 for educational qualifications.

Application Fee:
General category candidates must pay an application fee of Rs 500, which will be refunded (₹400) after bank charges if they participate in the trial. For SC, ST, female, ex-servicemen, minority, and economically backward class candidates, the fee is ₹250, also refundable after trial participation.