📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Eastern Railway
- Advt No: SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27
- Total Posts: 54
- Post Names: Group 'C' (Level-4/5 & Level-2/3), Group 'D' (Level-1)
- Employment Nature: Permanent Central Government (Railway) Cadre Posts
- Application Mode: Online Application only
- Application Period: 31/10/2026 to 30/11/2026 (23:59 Hrs)
- Application Fee: Rs. 500 (UR/OBC) | Rs. 250 (SC/ST/PWD/Women/Minorities/EBC)
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Eastern Railway has released the Employment Notice for recruitment of sportspersons against the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the year 2026-27. A total of 54 vacancies are available across Group 'C' and Group 'D' posts. Candidates can download the official notification from the Employment Notice No. SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27.
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 'C' Level-4/Level-5 | 05 | 18 to 25 years | 7th CPC Level 4/5 (Grade Pay Rs. 2,400/2,800) |
| Group 'C' Level-2/Level-3 | 16 | 18 to 25 years | 7th CPC Level 2/3 (Grade Pay Rs. 1,900/2,000) |
| Group 'D' Level-1 | 33 | 18 to 25 years | 7th CPC Level 1 (Grade Pay Rs. 1,800) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply. The age limit is strictly 18 to 25 years as on 01/01/2027, with no age relaxation allowed.
- Group 'C' Level-4/Level-5:
- A University Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University.
- Group 'C' Level-2/Level-3:
- Passed Class 12th (10+2) or equivalent, OR
- Matriculation plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship, OR
- Passed Class 10th plus ITI/NAC (granted by NCVT).
- Group 'D' Level-1:
- 10th pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
Minimum Sports Norms: Candidates must possess sports achievements earned on or after 01/04/2024 as per the discipline-wise norms mentioned in the official notification (e.g., represented the country in Olympic Games for Level-4/5; represented the country or won 3rd position in Asian/Commonwealth Championships for Level-2/3).
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The selection of candidates will be based on the following stages:
- Sports Trials: Where performance is assessed by the Trial Committee. (Minimum 25 marks required out of 40).
- Certificate Verification: Verification of Sports & Educational certificates by the Recruitment Committee.
Distribution of Marks: Sports Achievement (50 Marks) + Trial Performance (40 Marks) + Educational Qualification (10 Marks) = 100 Marks.
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 70 (Level-4/5), 65 (Level-2/3), 60 (Level-1).
Travel Allowance: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates appearing for the sports trials, except for free second-class rail travel for SC/ST candidates.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
- All Degree, Class 12th, and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications).
- Sports Achievement Certificates for Championships concluded on or after 01.04.2024.
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable).
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Driving License).
- Self-attested copies of every document uploaded with the online application (02 sets).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is 30/11/2026 till 23:59 Hrs. The application window opens on 31/10/2026.
What is the application fee for RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 500 for UR/OBC candidates and Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Persons, Women, Minorities, and Economic Backward Classes. Rs. 400 (UR/OBC) and Rs. 250 (Others) will be refunded to candidates who actually appear in the trial.
What is the age limit for RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
The candidate must be between 18 to 25 years of age as on 01/01/2027. No age relaxation in the upper or lower age limit is permissible.
What is the salary for RRC SER Sports Quota posts?
The posts are in PB-1 Rs. 5,200-20,200 with Grade Pay ranging from Rs. 1,800 (Level-1) to Rs. 2,800 (Level-5) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Is the RRC SER Sports Quota job permanent?
Yes, these are permanent Group 'C' and Group 'D' cadre posts in Indian Railways. Selected candidates will be appointed to any of the units of South Eastern Railway.
What is the selection process for RRC SER Sports Quota?
The selection process involves Sports Trials followed by Sports & Educational Certificate Verification. The final merit is based on 100 marks (50 for sports achievement, 40 for trial performance, and 10 for educational qualification).