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Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 for Havildar and Naib Subedar – Apply via Registered Post @ joinindianarmy.nic.in

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Verified Notification Data
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Total Vacancies
Not specified Posts
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Salary / Remuneration
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Selection / Apply Mode
Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
10 July 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization The Indian Army 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. TheIndianArmy/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Permanent / Sanctioned Cadre 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 for Havildar and Naib Subedar – Apply via Registered Post @ joinindianarmy.nic.in (Not specified Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 10 July 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
mentioned in the notification.
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification Refer Official Notification 🌐 Authority Official Website joinindianarmy.nic.in ↗

📋 Candidate Application Checklist

Candidates must verify and arrange the following documents in chronological order prior to submitting their application:

✅ Bio-data / Proforma: Duly completed, signed application form (per notification format).
✅ Original Certificates: 10th / Matriculation (DOB proof), Essential Degrees & Marksheets.
✅ Self-Attested Photocopies: Two complete sets of photocopies of all relevant testimonials.
✅ Passport Photographs: 2 to 4 recent passport-size colour photographs (same as bio-data).
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card.
✅ Experience & NOC: Experience certificates and "No Objection Certificate" if currently employed.

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In the event of a disproportionately high candidate turnout for the selection process, the competent committee reserves the discretionary right to conduct an objective preliminary written / screening test to shortlist candidates before calling them for personal interview.

🚆 Traveling Allowance / Dearness Allowance (TA/DA) Disclosure

No TA/DA will be paid or admissible to any candidate for attending the written examination / document verification. Candidates are required to make their own arrangements for travel, boarding, and lodging.

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Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 for Havildar and Naib Subedar – Apply via Registered Post @ joinindianarmy.nic.in

Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Direct Entry Havildar & Naib Subedar (Sports) – Apply Offline

Golden Opportunity for Sportspersons! Indian Army invites applications from unmarried Indian male and female candidates for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar under Sports Quota (Intake Ser No 06/2026). Read the official notification, check eligibility, and apply before .

Recruitment Overview

Organization: Indian Army (Army Sports Control Board)

Post: Havildar (Sports) & Naib Subedar (Sports)

Total Vacancies: Not specified

Last Date: 10 July 2026

Official Website: joinindianarmy.nic.in

This is a Central Government Job under the Ministry of Defence. Candidates with outstanding sports achievements at national/international level can apply. The recruitment is for Sarkari Naukri 2026 in Indian Army.

Vacancy Details

Posts and Minimum Sports Achievements
PostMinimum Sports Achievement
Havildar (Sports)Medalist at Junior/Senior National / Khelo India Games level
Naib Subedar (Sports)Medal winner at World/Asian Championships, Asian Games, CWG, Olympics level

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Unmarried Indian Male/Female candidates.

Age Limit

17½ to 25 years (born between 30 Sep 2001 and 01 Oct 2008).

Educational Qualification

Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized board.

Physical Standards

As per region-wise Army norms.

Selection Process

  1. Application Submission (Offline)
  2. Shortlisting based on Sports Achievements
  3. Sports Trials & Physical Fitness Test
  4. Medical Examination
  5. Final Merit List & Enrolment

Pay & Allowances

Selected candidates will receive pay and allowances as per Army Pay Rules 2017, including pension, ECHS, CSD, and other facilities.

How to Apply for Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

  1. Download application form from joinindianarmy.nic.in or from the notification PDF.
  2. Fill the form on A4 size paper in prescribed format.
  3. Attach self-attested copies of educational and sports certificates.
  4. Send the application via Registered Post to the Army Sports Control Board address mentioned in the notification.
  5. Keep a copy for future reference. Last date: .

For detailed address, refer to the Official Notification PDF.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How to apply for Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?

Applications are to be submitted offline through Registered Post to Army Sports Control Board by 10 July 2026.

Q2. What posts are available?

Direct Entry Havildar (Sports) and Naib Subedar (Sports) in various sporting disciplines.

Q3. What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 10 July 2026 (1700 hrs).

Q4. What is the educational qualification required?

Minimum qualification is Matriculation (10th pass) for both posts.

Q5. What is the age limit?

17½ to 25 years (born between 30 Sep 2001 and 01 Oct 2008).

Q6. What is the selection process?

Sports trials, physical fitness test, medical examination, and merit list.

Q7. Is there any exam for this recruitment?

No, selection is based on sports achievements and trials, not written exam.

Q8. Where can I download the official notification?

From the official PDF link: Download Notification.

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