South Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26 – Apply Online for 54 Sports Persons Posts

South Eastern Railway Kolkata Last Date: 9th February, 2026

South Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26 – Apply Online for 54 Sports Persons Posts

South Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26

South Eastern Railway (SER) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 54 Sports Persons against the Sports Quota for the year 2025-26. This is a significant opportunity for sportspersons who have represented the country or state in various disciplines to secure a Group C & Group D job in the Indian Railways. Interested candidates can apply online starting from 10th January 2026 until 9th February 2026.

South Eastern Railway Sports Recruitment 2025-26 Overview

Company Name South Eastern Railway (SER)
Post Name Sports Persons (Group C & Group D)
No. of Posts 54
Salary As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Start Date for Apply 10/01/2026
Last Date for Apply 09/02/2026
Official Website www.rrcser.co.in

Vacancy Details

Discipline-wise and Pay Level-wise vacancies are detailed below:

1. Level-4/5 (GP Rs. 2400/2800) - 05 Posts

Sports Discipline Category/Playing Position No. of Posts
Badminton (Men) Singles 01
Athletics (Men) Shot Put 01
Athletics (Men) Cross-Country 01
Athletics (Men) Pole Vault 01
Hockey (Women) Forward 01

2. Level-2/3 (GP Rs. 1900/2000) - 16 Posts

Sports Discipline Category/Playing Position No. of Posts
Athletics (Men) 800 Mtr 01
Athletics (Men) 400 Mtr 01
Athletics (Men) 110 Mtr Hurdles 01
Athletics (Men) Triple Jump 01
Hockey (Women) Forward 01
Hockey (Men) All Rounder 01
Cycling (Men) Track: 1 Time Trial/Sprint 01
Cycling (Men) 4 KM Individual Pursuit 01
Cycling (Men) Road 01
Chess (Men) Individual 01
Archery (Men) Recurve 03
Rifle Shooting (Men) 10 M AIR Pistol 01
Swimming (Men) Freestyle 01
Water Polo (Men) Winger 01

3. Level-1 (GP Rs. 1800) - 33 Posts

S.No Sports Discipline Category/Playing Position No. of Posts
1 Hockey (Women) Goalkeeper 01
2 Hockey (Women) Forward 01
3 Hockey (Men) Forward 02
4 Swimming (Men) Breast Stroke 01
5 Water Polo (Men) Winger 03
6 Diving (Women) 1 M & 3M Spring Board 01
7 Volley Ball (Women) Centre Blocker 01
8 Volley Ball (Women) Counter Attacker 01
9 Volley Ball (Women) Libero 01
10 Weight Lifting (Women) 45 KG 01
11 Weight Lifting (Women) 55 KG 01
12 Weight Lifting (Men) 67 KG 01
13 Weight Lifting (Men) 81 KG 01
14 Football (Men) Wing Back 01
15 Football (Men) Stricker 01
16 Football (Men) Central Midfielder 01
17 Cricket (Men) Batsman 01
18 Cricket (Men) Fast Bowler 01
19 Cricket (Men) Wicket Keeper with Batsman 01
20 Cricket (Men) Left Arm Spinner 01
21 Volley Ball (Men) Counter Attacker 01
22 Volley Ball (Men) Setter 01
23 Volley Ball (Men) Centre Blocker 02
24 Tennis (Men) Individual 01
25 Kho Kho (Men) Chaser 02
26 Kho Kho (Men) Defender 02
27 Golf (Men) Individual 01

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Level-4/Level-5

  • Essential Qualification: A University Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University.
  • Sports Norms:
    • Represented country in Olympic Games (Senior Category), OR
    • At least 3rd Position in World Cup (Junior/Youth/Senior)/World Championships/Asian Games (Senior)/Commonwealth Games (Senior)/Youth Olympics/Davis Cup/Champions Trophy/Thomas-Uber Cup.
  • Desirable:
    • Badminton (Men): Current Annual All India Ranking up to 8th position (Seniors-Singles) or World Ranking up to 50th position (Seniors-Singles).
    • Athletics (Men): Gold Medal in Open National Championship/Inter State Athletics Championships/Asian Championships.

Eligibility for Level-2/Level-3

  • Essential Qualification: Passed 12th (Plus-II stage) or its equivalent examination from Government recognized Board/Council.
  • Sports Norms:
    • Represented Country in World Cup/World Championships/Asian Games/Commonwealth Games, OR
    • At least 3rd position in Commonwealth Championships/Asian Championships/Asia Cup/SAF Games/USIC Championships (Senior), OR
    • At least 3rd position in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships, OR
    • At least 3rd Position in National Games organized by IOA, OR
    • At least 3rd Position in All India Inter University Championship, OR
    • 1st Position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior).
  • Desirable:
    • Athletics (Men): Medal in National Inter State Senior Athletics Championship.
    • Hockey: Participation in International Tournament (4+ nations) or Semifinalist in Senior National Championships.
    • Chess (Men): International Master title or 2350+ rating points in last two FIDE Rating Lists.

Eligibility for Level-1

  • Essential Qualification: 10th pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
  • Sports Norms:
    • Represented Country in Commonwealth Championship/Asian Championship/Asia Cup/SAF Games/USIC Championship/World University Games, OR
    • At least 3rd Position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior), OR
    • Represented State equivalent Unit with at least 8th position in Senior National Championship (except Marathon and Cross Country).
  • Desirable:
    • Tennis (Men): Annual All India Ranking up to 30th position (Seniors-Singles).
    • Golf (Men): IGU ranking up to 100 with single handicap less than 10.

General Eligibility & Age Limit

  • Age Limit: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 25 years (as of 01/01/2026).
  • Sports Achievements: Must have earned achievements on or after 01.04.2023.
  • Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must pass requisite medical fitness standards.

Important Links:

Apply Online: Click here

Official Notification PDF: Click here

Official Website: Click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for South Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment?

Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 09/02/2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are announced?

Ans: There are a total of 54 vacancies for Sports Persons.

Q3: What is the age limit for these posts?

Ans: The age limit is 18 to 25 years. No age relaxation is provided for SC/ST/OBC candidates.

Q4: What is the selection process?

Ans: Selection will be based on Sports Trials followed by Document Verification. Marks are allotted for Sports Achievements (50), Trials (40), and Educational Qualification (10).

Q5: Is there any application fee?

Ans: Yes, Rs. 500 for UR/OBC and Rs. 250 for SC/ST/PWD/Women/Minorities. The fee is refundable if you attend the trials.

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