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A Walk-In Interview has been announced by the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Sports Science Division (SSD), for temporary project positions. These positions are part of the project titled "Impact of Sports Supplements on recovery in Adolescent Athletes" and are funded by the Department of Health Research (DHR). Eligible candidates with a background in Nutrition and Dietetics are encouraged to attend the interview at the specified venue.
Overview of SAI SSD Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Sports Authority of India (SAI), SSD (formerly NCSSR) |
| Project Title | Impact of Sports Supplements on recovery in Adolescent Athletes |
| Post Names | Project Technical Support-III (Technical Officer), Project Technical Support-III (Field Investigator) |
| Total Vacancies | 7 Posts |
| Salary | ₹28,000/- + HRA |
| Job Location | New Delhi / Various SAI NCoEs (Sonipat, Patiala, etc.) |
| Interview Dates | Dec 15, 2025 (Tech Officer) & Jan 16, 2026 (Field Investigator) |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview (Written Test if required) |
SAI Vacancy Details 2025
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Category Breakup | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Technical Support-III (Technical Officer) | 01 | UR (01) | ₹28,000/- + HRA |
| Project Technical Support-III (Field Investigator) | 06 | UR (02), OBC (01), SC/ST (01), EWS (01) Note: Total listed sums to 5. Check official notification for clarification. | ₹28,000/- + HRA |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Eligibility for Project Technical Support-III (Technical Officer)
- Essential Qualification: Three-year Graduate degree in Nutrition & Dietetics / Food Science & Nutrition (or equivalent) plus three years of experience in a relevant field. OR a Post Graduate degree in the same fields.
- Equivalence: Courses such as Home Science with Nutrition specialization, Clinical Nutrition, or Sports Nutrition as a major subject are considered equivalent.
- Experience: Experience is counted only after the completion of essential qualifications. A PhD is considered equivalent to a maximum of 4 years of experience.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years as of the interview date (Dec 15, 2025).
Eligibility for Project Technical Support-III (Field Investigator)
- Essential Qualification: Three-year Graduate degree in Nutrition & Dietetics / Food Science & Nutrition (or equivalent) plus three years of experience in a relevant field. OR a Post Graduate degree in the same fields.
- Equivalence: Courses such as Home Science with Nutrition specialization, Clinical Nutrition, or Sports Nutrition as a major subject are considered equivalent.
- Experience: Experience is counted only after the completion of essential qualifications. A PhD is considered equivalent to a maximum of 4 years of experience.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years as of the interview date (Jan 16, 2026).
Salary / Remuneration
Candidates selected for the positions will receive a consolidated remuneration of ₹28,000/- per month plus HRA. The engagement is purely temporary and on a contractual basis for the duration of the project tenure (7 months for Technical Officer, 3 months for Field Investigator).
Important Dates
- Walk-In Interview for Technical Officer: December 15, 2025
- Walk-In Interview for Field Investigator: January 16, 2026
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the following stages:
- Walk-In Interview: Only eligible candidates will be interviewed.
- Written Test: If more than 30 eligible candidates appear for the interview, a written test may be conducted initially.
- Qualifying Marks: 40% for UR/OBC/EWS and 35% for SC/ST.
- Final Selection: Based purely on the score obtained in the interview.
How to Apply / Walk-In Venue
Interested and eligible candidates must appear for the Walk-In Interview at the following venue on the specified date along with all original documents.
Venue: Sports Science Division (SSD), I.G. Stadium, New Delhi.
Documents Required
- Duly filled application form (Annexure).
- Matriculation certificate (as proof of Date of Birth).
- Degree/Mark sheets of essential qualifications.
- Work experience documents (clearly stating name of establishment, authority signature, duration, and post held).
General Instructions
- The engagement is temporary and does not confer any claim for regular employment at SAI.
- No fee is required for appearing in the interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Candidates must ensure they meet the age and qualification criteria before appearing.
Important Links:
Official Website: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here