CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 — 521 Head Constable/GD & Constable/GD Posts (Advt R.II-21/2026-Sports) | Apply Now till 11 November
CRPF is recruiting meritorious sportspersons for 182 Head Constable (GD) and 339 Constable (GD) posts — 521 in total — under Advt No. R.II-21/2026-Sports. Online applications opened on 12 October 2026 at rect.crpf.gov.in and close on 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM), with a correction window from 12 to 14 November.
521
Total Posts
Head Constable (GD): Level-4 (₹25,500–81,100) · Constable (GD): Level-3 (₹21,700–69,100)
Salary
18–23
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All India
Location
Timeline
1 Aug 2026
17 Sept 2026
Advt No. R.II-21/2026-Sports
30 Sept 2024 – 30 Sept 2026
12 Oct 2026
From 9:00 AM at rect.crpf.gov.in
11 Nov 2026
Until 11:59 PM
12 Nov 2026 – 14 Nov 2026
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About This Notification
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs, released Advt No. R.II-21/2026-Sports on 17 September 2026, inviting meritorious male and female sportspersons for 521 posts under Sports Quota–2026.
Post-wise vacancies
| Post | Male | Female | Total | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 150 | 32 | 182 | Level-4 (₹25,500–81,100) |
| Constable (GD) | 258 | 81 | 339 | Level-3 (₹21,700–69,100) |
Key points
- Online applications: 12 October (9:00 AM) – 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Correction window: 12 – 14 November 2026
- 22 sports disciplines, including Athletics, Boxing, Football, Hockey, Kabaddi, Shooting, Weightlifting, Wrestling and Yoga
- Sports achievements must fall between 30 September 2024 and 30 September 2026
- No written exam — selection through PST, Sports Trial Test and Medical Examination
- Selected candidates must sign a ₹1,00,000 bond to serve at least 3 years
Key Details
Organization
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Directorate General
Department
Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
Exam Name
CRPF Recruitment of Meritorious Sportspersons — Head Constable (GD) & Constable (GD), Sports Quota 2026
Total Posts
521
Job Location
All India
Selection Process
Document Verification → Physical Standard Test (PST) → Sports Trial Test → Medical Examination
Official Website
https://rect.crpf.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification — Head Constable (GD)
12th (10+2) or equivalent
Qualification — Constable (GD)
10th (Matriculation) or equivalent
Sports Qualification
Prescribed international/national/inter-university achievement in one of 22 disciplines, between 30 September 2024 and 30 September 2026; post-wise conditions in the advertisement
Age Limit
18–23 years as on 1 August 2026; relaxation for reserved categories as per rules
Service Bond
Selected candidates must sign a ₹1,00,000 bond to serve at least 3 years
Educational Qualification
- Head Constable (GD): 12th (10+2) or equivalent
- Constable (GD): 10th (Matriculation) or equivalent
- Prescribed sports achievement in one of the 22 disciplines (international, national or inter-university level, as per post), between 30 September 2024 and 30 September 2026
Age Limit
General Category: 18–23 years
Age: 18–23 years as on 1 August 2026. Upper age relaxation for SC/ST, OBC and other categories as per Government of India rules.
Important Dates
Notification Released
17 Sept 2026
Advt No. R.II-21/2026-Sports
Age Reckoning Date
1 Aug 2026
Valid Sports Achievement Period
30 Sept 2024 – 30 Sept 2026
Online Application Opens
12 Oct 2026
From 9:00 AM at rect.crpf.gov.in
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee
11 Nov 2026
Until 11:59 PM
Application Correction Window
12 Nov 2026 – 14 Nov 2026
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Notification Released | 17 Sept 2026 | Advt No. R.II-21/2026-Sports |
| ✓Age Reckoning Date | 1 Aug 2026 | — |
| ✓Valid Sports Achievement Period | 30 Sept 2024 – 30 Sept 2026 | — |
| ✓Online Application Opens | 12 Oct 2026 | From 9:00 AM at rect.crpf.gov.in |
| NEXTLast Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 11 Nov 2026 | Until 11:59 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 12 Nov 2026 – 14 Nov 2026 | — |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 521
Head Constable (General Duty)
182Pay Scale: Level-4, ₹25,500–81,100
Constable (General Duty)
339Pay Scale: Level-3, ₹21,700–69,100
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (General Duty) | 182 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 32 | Level-4, ₹25,500–81,100 |
| Constable (General Duty) | 339 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 81 | Level-3, ₹21,700–69,100 |
| Total | 521 |
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online
Physical Standard Test (PST) — Exam Pattern
Height, chest (male) and weight measurement
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height, chest (male) and weight measurement | — | — | — | No | offline |
Standards by gender and category in the official advertisement
Sports Trial Test — Exam Pattern
Skill and performance test in the chosen discipline
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skill and performance test in the chosen discipline | — | — | — | No | offline |
Main merit-deciding stage; no regular written exam
Medical Examination — Exam Pattern
Detailed Medical Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detailed Medical Examination | — | — | — | No | offline |
Final stage before appointment
Step 1: Check Your Sports Certificate
Make sure your achievement is in one of the 22 listed disciplines, at the level required for your post, and between 30 September 2024 and 30 September 2026.
Step 2: Choose Your Post
12th pass candidates can apply for Head Constable (GD) or Constable (GD); 10th pass candidates can apply only for Constable (GD).
Step 3: Apply by 11 November
Register on rect.crpf.gov.in, fill the form, choose your post and sport, and upload photo (3.5×4.5 cm), signature, thumb impression and certificates.
Step 4: Prepare for PST and Sports Trial
Meet the physical standards and keep training in your sport — the Sports Trial Test decides selection.
Latest Updates
12 Oct
2026
🔔 CRPF Sports Quota 2026 — Online Applications Open Today
Apply for 521 Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD) posts at rect.crpf.gov.in until 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Correction window: 12–14 November.
Apply Now17 Sept
2026
0CRPF Sports Quota 2026 Notification Released — 521 Posts
Head Constable (GD) 182 and Constable (GD) 339 posts across 22 sports disciplines.
CRPF Sports Quota 2026 — Key Highlights
- Total posts: 521 (HC/GD 182 + CT/GD 339)
- Apply: 12 October – 11 November 2026
- Correction: 12 – 14 November 2026
- Age: 18–23 years (as on 1 August 2026)
- Qualification: 12th (HC) or 10th (CT) + sports achievement
- Fee: ₹100 for male UR/OBC/EWS; female, SC, ST and ex-servicemen exempt
- No written exam
Documents to Keep Ready
- 10th / 12th certificate and mark sheet
- Sports achievement certificate (30.09.2024 – 30.09.2026), in the prescribed format
- Caste / EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Photo (3.5×4.5 cm), signature and thumb impression
- Valid photo ID
