CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Students wishing to apply are informed that the application process will begin on 12/10/2026 and conclude on 11/11/2026. It contains a total of 521 posts. Before applying, you must carefully read the office notification. So that there are no problems with applying. All types of recruitment updates, total vacancies, important dates, application fees, eligibility criteria, age limits, the selection process, salary, exam pattern, admit cards, answer keys, results, and more.
Head Constable (General Duty) & Constable (General Duty) Under Sports Quota
Total Vacancies
521 Posts (HC/GD: 182, CT/GD: 339)
Eligible Genders
Male & Female
Classification
Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted & Non-Ministerial
Pay Scale
Level-4 (HC/GD) & Level-3 (CT/GD) under 7th CPC
Selection Mode
Document Verification + PST + Sports Trial Test + DME/RME (No Written Exam)
Application Mode
Online Only
Important Dates & Age Limit
Important Dates
Age Limit
Online Application Start: 12/10/2026
Application Closing Date: 11/11/2026
Fee Payment Last Date: 11/11/2026
Application Correction: 12 to 14 November 2026
Age Limit as on: 01/08/2026
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age:23 years
Between 02 August 2003 and 01 August 2008
Age relaxation as per government rules.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Qualification
Post Name
Total Post
Qualification
Head Constable (General Duty)
182
Class 10+2 Passed, Sports Certificate.
Constable (General Duty)
339
Class 10th Passed, Sports Certificate.
Gender Wise Vacancies
Post Name
Total
Post Name
Total
Head Constable (Male)
150
Head Constable (Female)
32
Constable (Male)
258
Constable (Female)
81
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Physical Standard Test
Type
Category
Male
Female
Height
General / OBC / SC
170 CM
157 CM
ST
162.5 CM
150 CM
Hill Area Candidates
165 CM
155 CM
Chest
General / OBC / SC
80-85 CM
Not Applicable
ST
76-81 CM
Hill Area Candidates
78-83 CM
Weight
All Category
Proportionate to height and age
Proportionate to height and age
How to Apply For CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Visit the official CRPF recruitment portal at rect.crpf.gov.in starting 12 October 2026.
Select Recruitment of Meritorious Sportspersons – 2026 and register your profile with an active email address and mobile number.
Complete basic profile verification using your official identification details.
Select the applied post: Head Constable (GD) or Constable (GD) and choose your specific Sports Discipline and Event. (Only one application per candidate is allowed).
Fill in personal info, academic details, and enter your highest sports competition achievement.
Pay the ₹ 100/- application fee online (if applicable).
Preview all entries, submit the online form, and print out the completed application confirmation page for carrying to the rally grounds.
Q1. Is there any written exam for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
No, there is no written test. The merit list is prepared strictly based on the marks awarded for your verified sports achievements and qualifying the practical sports trial test.
Q2. What is the eligibility validity period for sports certificates?
Sports achievements must have been earned within the last 2 years prior to notification publication—specifically between 30 September 2024 and 30 September 2026.
Q3. Can female sportspersons apply for these vacancies?
Yes, female candidates are eligible for 113 positions (32 in Head Constable and 81 in Constable) across various sports events.
Q4. Can a candidate apply for both Head Constable and Constable posts?
No, one candidate is permitted to apply for only one post and discipline. Submitting multiple applications will lead to rejection of all forms.
