---
title: "CRPF Constable & Head Constable Sports Quota Recruitment 2026"
url: "https://aijobalert.com/jobs/crpf-sports-quota-recruitment-2026"
type: "Government recruitment"
organization: "Central Reserve Police Force"
category: "Defence"
application_status: "closing_soon"
application_start: "12 Oct 2026"
application_last_date: "11 Nov 2026"
total_vacancies: 521
published: "2026-09-24T12:29:00.000Z"
updated: "2026-09-28T19:39:53.747Z"
last_verified: "2026-09-28T18:30:00.000Z"
---

# CRPF Constable & Head Constable Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

**Last date to apply:** 11 Nov 2026

## Official Links

- [Apply on Official Site](https://rect.crpf.gov.in)
- [Notification PDF](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf)
- [Official Website](https://crpf.gov.in)

## Overview

The Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has issued Advertisement No. R.II-21/2026-Sports (17 September 2026) for 521 Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) vacancies under Sports Quota-2026, across 22 sports disciplines, for male and female meritorious sportspersons. The vacancies are tentative and may change.

Applications are not open yet. Online applications will be accepted on rect.crpf.gov.in from 12 October 2026 (09:00 AM) to 11 November 2026 (23:59). There is no written exam: selection is by documents and sports-achievement marks, Physical Standard Test, a qualifying sports trial and medical examination.

## Recruitment Details

| Detail | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Organisation | Central Reserve Police Force |
| Total Vacancies | 521 posts |
| Qualification | 12th pass for Head Constable (GD), 10th pass for Constable (GD), plus a sports achievement between 30 Sep 2024 and 30 Sep 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 – 23 years (as on 01 Aug 2026) — Upper age relaxation for meritorious sportspersons: UR 5 years, OBC (NCL) 8, SC/ST 10; Ex-Servicemen UR 8, OBC 11, SC/ST 13 (after deducting military service); departmental candidates with 3 years' continuous service 5 years (plus 5 for SC/ST, 3 for OBC). |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Head Constable (GD): Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100); Constable (GD): Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Job Location | All India liability – can be posted anywhere in India or abroad |

## Important Dates

| Event | Date |
| --- | --- |
| Notification Date | 17 Sept 2026 — Advt. No. R.II-21/2026-Sports |
| Online Application Starts | 12 Oct 2026 — From 09:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 11 Nov 2026 — Up to 23:59 |
| Correction Window | 12 Nov 2026 — 12 to 14 November 2026 |
| Sports Achievement Period Ends | 30 Sept 2026 — Medals/participation from 30 Sep 2024 to 30 Sep 2026 count |

## Application Fee

| Category | Fee |
| --- | --- |
| Male UR / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| Female (all categories) / SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen | Nil (exempted) |

**Payment modes:** Online mode through recruitment portal

## Vacancy Details

| Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Head Constable (General Duty) – Sports Quota | 182 (Male 150, Female 32) | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board/University. Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100). |
| Constable (General Duty) – Sports Quota | 339 (Male 258, Female 81) | Matriculation (10th) or equivalent from a recognised Board. Pay Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100). |

## Eligibility

| Detail | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Nationality | Indian citizens, male and female — Persons with disabilities (PwD) are not eligible |
| Educational Qualification (HC/GD) | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board/University — Must be held by 11 Nov 2026 |
| Educational Qualification (CT/GD) | Matriculation (10th) or equivalent from a recognised Board — Must be held by 11 Nov 2026 |
| Sports Qualification | Achievement at the level required for the post, between 30 Sep 2024 and 30 Sep 2026 — See Sports Qualification below |
| Age Limit | 18 to 23 years as on 01-08-2026 – born between 02-08-2003 and 01-08-2008 (both dates included) — Para 5 of the English notice misprints this as 02-01-2003 to 01-01-2008, which does not fit its own 18–23 years as on 01-08-2026 rule. The eligibility table and the Hindi notice give 02-08-2003 to 01-08-2008. |

## Selection Process

1. **Identity check and biometric capture** — Before documentation; biometrics can be taken again at every stage.
2. **Documentation** — Originals of age, education, category, sports and relaxation certificates, plus NOC if in Government service. Marks are given for your one highest sports achievement.
3. **Physical Standard Test (PST)** — Height for all; chest for male candidates; weight proportionate to height and age.
4. **Sports Trial Test** — Qualifying only – no marks. Failing the trial ends your candidature. A dope test may be done on the day.
5. **Merit list** — Discipline-wise, on sports-achievement marks only.
6. **Detailed Medical Examination (DME)** — For candidates selected in merit order against the vacancies.
7. **Review Medical Examination (RME)** — Only if declared unfit in DME; give written consent within 24 hours.

## How to Apply

1. **Check eligibility first** — Post, age, education, and a sports achievement between 30 Sep 2024 and 30 Sep 2026 at the level required for your post.
2. **Create your profile on rect.crpf.gov.in** — Applications open on 12 Oct 2026 at 09:00 AM. Use a working mobile number and email; CRPF contacts you only by SMS/email.
3. **Upload your sports certificate before applying** — Upload the certificate for your highest medal, position or participation in your profile before you apply, or the application is rejected at scrutiny.
4. **Fill the form for one post and one discipline** — Enter name and date of birth exactly as in your 10th certificate. Only one application per candidate is allowed.
5. **Upload photo, signature and documents** — Clear photo (3.5 × 4.5 cm), signature and thumb impression, plus 10th, 12th and category certificates. Blurred photos or signatures are rejected.
6. **Pay the fee and submit by 11 Nov 2026 (23:59)** — ₹100 online for male UR/OBC/EWS; others exempt. Keep a printout.
7. **Correct mistakes only between 12 and 14 Nov 2026** — Use the correction window; personal particulars cannot be changed later.

## Notification details

| Detail | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Advertisement No. | R.II-21/2026-Sports |
| Notification date | 17 Sep 2026 |
| Issued by | Directorate General, CRPF (Ministry of Home Affairs), New Delhi |
| Posts | Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD), Group 'C', Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial — Temporary, likely to be made permanent |
| Selected candidates | Sign a ₹1,00,000 bond to serve at least 3 years; performance watched for 2 years |
| Pension | New Defined Contributory Pension Scheme |

## Discipline-wise Vacancies

| Detail | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo) | 60 posts — Constable: 29 male, 8 female · Head Constable: 20 male, 3 female |
| Archery | 3 posts — Constable: 0 male, 3 female · Head Constable: 0 male, 0 female |
| Athletics | 101 posts — Constable: 50 male, 10 female · Head Constable: 37 male, 4 female |
| Badminton | 5 posts — Constable: 3 male, 0 female · Head Constable: 2 male, 0 female |
| Basketball | 16 posts — Constable: 10 male, 0 female · Head Constable: 6 male, 0 female |
| Body Building | 11 posts — Constable: 7 male, 0 female · Head Constable: 4 male, 0 female |
| Boxing | 20 posts — Constable: 8 male, 6 female · Head Constable: 4 male, 2 female |
| Football | 22 posts — Constable: 15 male, 3 female · Head Constable: 3 male, 1 female |
| Gymnastics | 12 posts — Constable: 8 male, 0 female · Head Constable: 4 male, 0 female |
| Handball | 12 posts — Constable: 10 male, 0 female · Head Constable: 2 male, 0 female |
| Hockey | 15 posts — Constable: 9 male, 4 female · Head Constable: 0 male, 2 female |
| Judo | 16 posts — Constable: 8 male, 4 female · Head Constable: 2 male, 2 female |
| Kabaddi | 27 posts — Constable: 18 male, 4 female · Head Constable: 4 male, 1 female |
| Karate | 17 posts — Constable: 7 male, 3 female · Head Constable: 5 male, 2 female |
| Shooting | 53 posts — Constable: 26 male, 6 female · Head Constable: 19 male, 2 female |
| Taekwondo | 14 posts — Constable: 4 male, 5 female · Head Constable: 3 male, 2 female |
| Volleyball | 20 posts — Constable: 10 male, 5 female · Head Constable: 3 male, 2 female |
| Water Sports (Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing) | 20 posts — Constable: 6 male, 6 female · Head Constable: 6 male, 2 female |
| Weightlifting | 19 posts — Constable: 5 male, 5 female · Head Constable: 6 male, 3 female |
| Wushu | 20 posts — Constable: 9 male, 3 female · Head Constable: 6 male, 2 female |
| Wrestling | 26 posts — Constable: 10 male, 4 female · Head Constable: 10 male, 2 female |
| Yoga | 12 posts — Constable: 6 male, 2 female · Head Constable: 4 male, 0 female |

## Sports Qualification

Only meritorious sportspersons can apply. Your medal, position or participation must be from a competition held between **30 Sep 2024 and 30 Sep 2026** (para 6(i) and 10), and you must hold the certificate by 11 Nov 2026. The sports qualification is different for the two posts ([para 4, PDF page 7](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=7)).

##### Head Constable (GD) – any one of:

- Represented the country in a recognised international competition, with clearance of the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
- Represented a State/UT in a National Games or Championship of a recognised National Sports Federation, or the National Games of the Indian Olympic Association, and won a medal or position up to 3rd place
- Secured 1st or 2nd place in an individual event at the Inter-University Tournament (AIU / Inter-University Sports Board); in a team event, the team must have reached the final
- Won Gold or Silver in an individual or team event at a Junior National Games/Championship/Meet of a recognised National Sports Federation

##### Constable (GD) – any one of:

- Represented a State in Senior or Junior National Games/Championships of a recognised National Sports Federation
- Represented the State Schools team in the National School Games (SGFI) and won a medal or position up to 3rd place
- Represented a State/UT in Khelo India University Games, Khelo India Youth Games or Khelo India Winter Games and won a medal or position up to 3rd place
- Represented your University in Inter-University Tournaments conducted by the Inter-University Sports Board

Sports certificates must be in the prescribed form signed by the right authority: international – Secretary of the National Federation ([Form-1, Annexure-J](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=35)); national – Secretary of the National Federation or State Association (Form-2, Annexure-K); inter-university – Dean of Sports (Form-3, Annexure-L); school games – State Directorate of Education (Form-4, Annexure-M); Khelo India – SAI officer ([Form-5, Annexure-N](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=39)). Certificates from boards other than Central/State boards need the Government equivalence notification.

## Marks for Sports Achievements (Merit)

The merit list is made only from marks for your **one highest** medal, position or participation in the eligibility period ([para 6(iii), PDF page 10](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=10)). The sports trial gives no marks. Ties go to the higher national achievement, then the older candidate, then alphabetical order.

| Competition | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Participation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Olympic Games (Summer/Winter) | 100 | 96 | 92 | 80 |
| World Championship / World Cup | 90 | 86 | 82 | 70 |
| Asian Games / Commonwealth Games | 80 | 76 | 72 | 60 |
| Asian Championship/Cup, Commonwealth Championship | 70 | 66 | 62 | 50 |
| Youth Olympic Games | 60 | 56 | 52 | 40 |
| Youth/Junior World Championship / World Cup | 55 | 51 | 47 | 35 |
| Youth/Junior Asian and Commonwealth Championship | 50 | 46 | 42 | 30 |
| SAF Games and other Government-recognised international competition (min. 7 countries, backed by a national-level medal) | 40 | 36 | 32 | 26 |
| National Games / Senior National Championship – individual | 30 | 26 | 22 | 12 |
| National Games / Senior National Championship – team event | 26 | 22 | 18 | 8 |
| Youth/Junior National, Inter-University, National School Games, Khelo India University/Youth Games – individual | 20 | 16 | 12 | 6 |
| Same competitions – team event | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |

## Physical and Medical Standards

Standards from [para 7, PDF pages 12–13](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=12). Weight must be proportionate to height and age ([Annexure-D chart](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=26)).

| Candidates | Height – Male | Height – Female | Chest – Male (unexpanded, min. 5 cm expansion) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| General | 170 cm | 157 cm | 80 cm |
| All Scheduled Tribes | 162.5 cm | 150 cm | 76 cm |
| ST of North-Eastern States | 157 cm | 147.5 cm | 76 cm |
| ST of Left-Wing Extremism affected districts | 160 cm | 147.5 cm | 76 cm |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas; Assam, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Ladakh | 165 cm | 155 cm | 78 cm |
| Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura | 162.5 cm | 152.5 cm | 77 cm |
| Gorkha Territorial Administration (Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kurseong) | 157 cm | 152.5 cm | 77 cm |

No chest measurement for female candidates. Height or chest relaxation is given only if you bring the certificate in [Annexure-I format](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=34) to the PST. If you fail height or chest, you can appeal the same day.

**Medical (para 8):** distant vision 6/6 and 6/9 in both eyes without glasses or lenses; colour blindness, knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins or squint disqualify. Tattoos are allowed only on the inner left forearm or back of the hand, smaller than ¼ of that part.

## Important Conditions

- **Persons with disabilities (PwD) are not eligible** to apply.
- **One post, one application.** If more than one application is found, all are rejected.
- Your name, date of birth, father's and mother's name must be exactly as in your 10th certificate. Personal details cannot be changed after submission.
- Educational and sports certificates must be in hand by 11 Nov 2026; those awaiting results should not apply. SC/ST/OBC/EWS status is also counted on 11 Nov 2026, and the EWS certificate must be valid for 2026-27.
- Category certificates only in the notice's formats: OBC (NCL) [Annexure-E](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=27) with the [Annexure-F undertaking](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=29), SC/ST [Annexure-G](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=30), EWS [Annexure-H](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=32).
- Serving in any Government or semi-Government department? Apply through your employer and produce the [Annexure-A No Objection Certificate](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=22) at document verification, or you will be rejected.
- Selected candidates sign a [₹1,00,000 bond (Annexure-B)](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf#page=23) to serve CRPF for at least 3 years.
- The appointment is temporary (likely to be made permanent). Your sports performance is watched for 2 years; if it falls below the required standard, your service can be terminated. Sportspersons can also be sent to general duty battalions.
- No travelling allowance, lodging or boarding is given. Come prepared to stay at least one week at the recruitment venue at your own cost.
- Bring the original Aadhaar card, one more photo ID, and the same passport-size photos used in the form to every stage.
- Admit cards are only online; they are not sent by post.
- Helpline: 011-26160255 (Monday–Friday, 10:00–18:00).

CRPF does not charge money for recruitment. Report anyone who asks for money to the Recruitment Board chairman or the nearest police station.

## Official Links

- [CRPF Sports Quota 2026 detailed notice – English (PDF, 50 pages)](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/meritorious-sportspersons-315092026-672-f326c2c9.pdf)
- [CRPF Sports Quota 2026 detailed notice – Hindi (PDF)](https://aijobalert.com/documents/central-reserve-police-force/crpf-sports-quota-2026-notification-hindi-3ced4f3d.pdf)
- [CRPF recruitment portal – rect.crpf.gov.in](https://rect.crpf.gov.in) (apply here from 12 Oct 2026, 09:00 AM; the notice is listed under "Recruitment of Meritorious Sportspersons", 17-Sep-2026)
- Official source files: [English notice on rect.crpf.gov.in](https://rect.crpf.gov.in/Upload/Recruitment/Meritorious_Sportspersons_315092026-672.pdf) · [Hindi notice on rect.crpf.gov.in](https://rect.crpf.gov.in/Upload/Recruitment/Meritorious_Sportspersons_320092026-528.pdf)

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### How many vacancies are announced in CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?

521 tentative vacancies: 182 Head Constable (GD) (150 male, 32 female) and 339 Constable (GD) (258 male, 81 female), across 22 sports disciplines.

### Is the CRPF Sports Quota 2026 application form open?

Not yet. Online applications open on rect.crpf.gov.in on 12 October 2026 at 09:00 AM and close on 11 November 2026 at 23:59.

### What is the last date to apply online?

11 November 2026, up to 23:59. The correction window is 12 to 14 November 2026.

### What is the age limit for CRPF Sports Quota posts?

18 to 23 years as on 01-08-2026, which means born between 02-08-2003 and 01-08-2008. Meritorious sportspersons get 5 years' upper age relaxation (8 for OBC-NCL, 10 for SC/ST), with more for Ex-Servicemen and departmental candidates.

### Which sports achievements are valid?

Only medals, positions or participation from 30 September 2024 to 30 September 2026, at the level listed for your post in para 4 of the notice.

### Is there any written examination for selection?

No. Selection is by identity check, documentation with sports-achievement marks, Physical Standard Test, a qualifying sports trial (no marks) and medical examination. Merit is decided only by sports-achievement marks.

### What is the application fee?

₹100 for male UR, OBC and EWS candidates, paid online. Female candidates of all categories, SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen are exempt. The fee is not refundable.

### What is the salary?

Head Constable (GD): Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100). Constable (GD): Pay Level 3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100). Allowances such as DA and HRA are extra.

### Can persons with disabilities apply?

No. The notice says persons with disabilities (PwD) are not eligible for this recruitment.

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