The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs, has released the CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification (Advertisement No. R.II-21/2026-Sports, dated 17 September 2026) for 521 posts of Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota-2026, across 22 sports disciplines. Eligible meritorious male and female sportspersons can apply online at rect.crpf.gov.in from 12 October 2026 (9:00 AM) to 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Advertisement Number | R.II-21/2026-Sports |
| Notification Date | 17 September 2026 |
| Posts | Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD), Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial, under Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancies | 521 (HC/GD: 182, CT/GD: 339) |
| Application Mode | Online only, through rect.crpf.gov.in |
| Nature of Post | Temporary, likely to be made permanent; All India service liability, including abroad |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 12 October 2026, 9:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 11 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age | 1 August 2026 |
| Eligible Sports Achievement Period | 30 September 2024 to 30 September 2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 521 vacancies are notified under Sports Quota-2026, divided as follows:
| Post | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 150 | 32 | 182 |
| Constable (GD) | 258 | 81 | 339 |
| Grand Total | 408 | 113 | 521 |
Vacancies are announced across 22 sports disciplines, including Athletics, Aquatics, Shooting, Boxing, Wrestling, Judo, Kabaddi, Football, Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, Weightlifting, Wushu, Karate, Taekwondo, Yoga and others. The detailed, event-wise and weight-category-wise vacancy break-up for each discipline is given in the official notification. Candidates should check the exact number of posts for their specific event before applying. Vacancies are tentative and may change; any revision will be notified on the official website.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised Board/University, or equivalent Army qualification for Ex-Servicemen |
| Constable (GD) | Matriculation or its equivalent from a recognised Board |
The qualification must be held as on 11 November 2026. Candidates awaiting results are not eligible. Qualifications from a Board/University other than a Central/State Board must be accompanied by a Government equivalence notification.
Sports Qualification
Applicants must have represented the country, a State/UT, their University or School in recognised competitions with a medal, position or participation as prescribed for HC/GD or CT/GD respectively, achieved between 30 September 2024 and 30 September 2026. This includes international competitions, National Games, Inter-University Tournaments, Khelo India Games and School National Games, depending on the post. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the exact eligibility condition applicable to their post and discipline.
Age Limit and Relaxation
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 to 23 years as on 1 August 2026 |
| Date of Birth Range | Not before 2 August 2003 and not after 1 August 2008 |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 8 years |
| SC/ST | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 8 years, after deducting military service |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 11 years, after deducting military service |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 13 years, after deducting military service |
Candidates claiming age relaxation must submit the requisite certificate from the competent authority in the prescribed format, when sought by the Recruitment Board, failing which their claim will not be entertained and they will be considered under the General (UR) category.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Male – UR/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| All Female Candidates | Exempted |
| SC/ST Candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
Fee must be paid online through the CRPF recruitment website only. The fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other recruitment.
Salary and Pay Level
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | Level 4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Constable (GD) | Level 3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other allowances are admissible as per applicable Government orders. Selected candidates will be governed by the New Defined Contributory Pension Scheme.
Selection Process
- Identity Check and Document Verification
- Marking of sports achievements (basis for the merit list)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Sports Trial Test (qualifying in nature)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME), where applicable
There is no written examination in this recruitment. The final merit list is prepared purely on the basis of marks awarded for the candidate’s highest sports achievement in the eligible period, as per the marking scheme given in the official notification. The Sports Trial Test is pass/fail only and does not carry separate marks.
Physical Standard Test (Basic Standards)
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Chest (male only) | 80 cm unexpanded, min. 5 cm expansion | — |
Relaxed height/chest standards apply to specified categories such as Scheduled Tribes, candidates from North-Eastern states, Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and residents of certain hill and border areas, as detailed in the official notification.
Documents Required
- Matriculation/10th certificate for Date of Birth verification
- Educational certificates as per the post applied for
- Original sports certificate(s) supporting the claimed achievement
- Category certificate (OBC-NCL, SC/ST, EWS) in the prescribed annexure format, where applicable
- No Objection Certificate, for candidates already in Government/Semi-Government service
- Height/chest relaxation certificate, if applicable
- Recent passport-size photographs matching the one uploaded in the application
How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CRPF recruitment website, rect.crpf.gov.in.
- Register and create a profile using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Upload the certificate/document supporting the highest sports achievement before filling the application — applications without this upload are liable to be rejected.
- Fill in personal, educational, category and sports achievement details carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature and other documents as per the specified format.
- Pay the application fee online, where applicable.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Applications must be submitted online only; offline applications are not accepted. Candidates already working in Government/Semi-Government departments must apply through proper channel with a No Objection Certificate.
Important Instructions
- One candidate can apply for only one post; multiple applications will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Use the correction window (12 to 14 November 2026) only for permitted corrections.
- Fabricated or tampered documents will lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.
- Selected candidates must execute a bond to serve the Force for a minimum period, along with an undertaking of the prescribed amount, as stated in the notification.
- CRPF reserves the right to modify, postpone, cancel or reschedule any stage of the recruitment process.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Uploading a sports certificate that does not clearly show the achievement level, date and issuing authority
- Applying for a discipline or event for which the candidate does not meet the eligibility condition
- Entering a Date of Birth that does not match the Matriculation certificate
- Waiting until the last day, risking payment or upload failures
- Submitting more than one application
Official Notification and Application Links
Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. R.II-21/2026-Sports)
Apply Online / Official CRPF Recruitment Portal
Note: Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete official notification on rect.crpf.gov.in before applying, since it contains the full event-wise and weight-category-wise vacancy break-up, the complete sports achievement marking scheme and category-specific relaxations, which cannot be summarised in full here. Beware of fake websites or individuals demanding payment outside the official CRPF recruitment portal; CRPF does not authorise any third party to collect fees on its behalf.
Conclusion
The CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 offers 521 posts of Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD) to meritorious sportspersons through a non-written selection process based on sports achievement, physical standards and a medical examination. Eligible candidates should register on rect.crpf.gov.in and apply online between 12 October 2026 and 11 November 2026 after carefully reading the detailed official notification.
