RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – 54 Group C & D Posts
About South Eastern Railway & RRC SER
South Eastern Railway (SER) is one of the major railway zones under Indian Railways. Recruitment for various job categories including sports quota posts is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), SER. The Sports Quota initiative provides opportunities for talented sportspersons to join Indian Railways based on their sporting achievements, apart from academic qualification.
Recruitment Overview
The Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway has released a notification for recruitment of eligible sportspersons against **Sports Quota** for the year **2025-26**. This recruitment is an open advertisement inviting applications from Indian citizens who meet sports performance norms and eligibility conditions.
:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}| Recruiting Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Eastern Railway |
| Notification Title | Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26 (Open Advertisement) |
| Employment Notice No. | SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 54 |
| Post Categories | Group C & Group D (Sports Quota) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Job Location | Across South Eastern Railway Zone |
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 10 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 February 2026 |
| Sports Trial Dates | Not Mentioned in Notification |
| Document Verification | Not Mentioned in Notification |
Exact dates for sports trials and verification will be published later on the official RRC SER website.
Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies under the RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26 is
54 posts across various groups and disciplines.
The posts are classified broadly into Group C and Group D football and other sports categories. The detailed discipline-wise distribution is included in the official notification PDF.
Salary Structure & Pay Matrix
Selected candidates will be appointed under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix. The pay level for each post depends on the category achieved in sports and the corresponding Group (C or D). Typical salary ranges are:
| Pay Level | Approx. Pay Scale (₹) |
| Level 4/5 (Group C) | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Level 2/3 (Group C) | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Level 1 (Group D) | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
The in-hand salary differs by location and allowances (DA, HRA, TA) and may vary accordingly.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Applicant must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification
Educational requirements depend on the level of the post under sports quota:
- Level 1 / Group D: 10th pass or equivalent (or ITI as per the official discipline-wise requirement).
- Level 2/3 / Group C: 12th pass or equivalent.
- Level 4/5 / Group C: Graduate degree or equivalent qualification.
Candidates awaiting final result certificates are typically not eligible till results are declared. “Not Mentioned in Notification” for specific final year result conditions.
Sports Performance Norms
Candidates must fulfil sports achievements criteria (national/state/recognized tournaments) as specified in the official notification.
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age (as on 01 January 2026) | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 25 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India and RRC rules for reserved categories including:
- SC / ST
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
- PwBD candidates
- Ex-Servicemen (if eligible)
Exact age relaxation details are provided in the official notification.:
Selection Process
Selection for RRC SER Sports Quota is based on the candidate’s sporting achievement and performance trials as well as verification of educational and sports certificates. The typical steps include:
- Verification of application and eligibility
- Sports Trials / Performance Evaluation
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
No written exam is conducted for sports quota posts; focus is on merit, trials, and sports accomplishments.:
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Not Mentioned in Notification. There is no written exam or syllabus for this recruitment. Evaluation is based on sports trial performance and documents.:
Application Fee
UR / OBC: ₹500/-
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwD / Women / Minorities / EBC: ₹250/-
Payment Mode: Online
Documents Required
- Recent passport size photograph
- Signature
- Educational qualification certificates
- Sports certificates and achievement proofs
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PWD certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport)
Posting Location
Selected sportspersons may be posted at any unit or division under South Eastern Railway as per administrative requirements.:
How to Apply Online – Step by Step
- Visit the official RRC SER website: rrcser.co.in.
- Go to the “Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26” notification.
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational and sports achievement details.
- Upload required documents in prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the confirmation page for future reference.
FAQs – RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Is this a written exam? – No, selection is based on sports trials and merit.
- Who can apply? – Indian citizens meeting sports norms.
- Age limit? – 18–25 years.
- Total vacancies? – 54.
- Application mode? – Online only.
- Sports trials date? – To be notified.
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Disclaimer: This article is based on the official RRC SER Sports Quota 2025-26 notification PDF and updates on the RRC SER website. Candidates must verify details from official sources before applying.: