Post Date / Update: 23 September 2026, 07:14 AM
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has released the official notification for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 vide Advertisement No. R.II-21/2026-Sports on 22 September 2026. Through this special recruitment drive, CRPF will recruit meritorious sportspersons for 521 posts of Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) across 22 sports disciplines. Online applications will be accepted from 12 October 2026 (9:00 AM) to 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM) on the official portal rect.crpf.gov.in. This is a golden opportunity for talented sportspersons who have excelled at recognized sporting events between 30.09.2024 and 30.09.2026 to join India’s largest paramilitary force.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 22 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 12 October 2026 (9:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online & Fee Payment | 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction / Modification Window | 12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026 |
Application Fee
- UR / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100
- SC / ST / ESM: Nil
- All Female candidates: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online
Vacancy Details
| Post | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 150 | 32 | 182 |
| Constable (GD) | 258 | 81 | 339 |
| Total | 408 | 113 | 521 |
- Head Constable (GD): Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
- Constable (GD): Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100)
Sports-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Sports Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|
| Athletics | 101 |
| Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo) | 60 |
| Shooting | 53 |
| Kabaddi | 27 |
| Wrestling | 26 |
| Football | 22 |
| Volleyball | 20 |
| Boxing | 20 |
| Water Sports (Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing) | 20 |
| Wushu | 20 |
| Weightlifting | 19 |
| Karate | 17 |
| Judo | 16 |
| Basketball | 16 |
| Hockey | 15 |
| Taekwondo | 14 |
| Gymnastics | 12 |
| Handball | 12 |
| Yoga | 12 |
| Body Building | 11 |
| Badminton | 5 |
| Archery | 3 |
| Total | 521 |
Eligibility
- Constable (GD): 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board + eligible meritorious sportsperson with recognized sports achievements during 30.09.2024 – 30.09.2026.
- Head Constable (GD): 10+2 (Intermediate / 12th) pass from a recognized board + eligible meritorious sportsperson with recognized sports achievements during 30.09.2024 – 30.09.2026.
- Candidates must fulfil the physical standards, sports eligibility conditions and other requirements detailed in the official notification.
- Refer to the official notification (Advt No. R.II-21/2026-Sports) for the complete eligibility criteria.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 23 years
- Date of Birth: Candidates must have been born between 02.08.2003 and 01.08.2008 (both dates inclusive)
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories as per government rules
Selection Process
The selection for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in the following stages:
- Document Verification: Verification of educational certificates and sports achievement certificates.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of height, chest and weight as per prescribed standards.
- Sports Trial: Assessment of sports performance by a trial board in the respective discipline.
- Detailed / Review Medical Examination (DME / RME): Medical fitness examination of candidates qualifying in the trial.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CRPF recruitment portal https://rect.crpf.gov.in. (The application portal opens on 12 October 2026 at 9:00 AM.)
- Find the recruitment / advertisement section and select Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. R.II-21/2026-Sports).
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Register with a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill the online application form with personal, educational and sports achievement details.
- Upload photograph, signature and the required documents / sports certificates.
- Pay the application fee online (₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS male; Nil for SC/ST/ESM and all female candidates).
- Submit the application before 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM) and take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here (Apply online opens 12 Oct 2026) |
FAQ
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online and pay the fee is 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM). A correction window will remain open from 12 to 14 November 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
There are 521 posts in total — Head Constable (GD): 182 posts and Constable (GD): 339 posts — across 22 sports disciplines.
Q3. What is the qualification required?
Constable (GD) requires a 10th pass and Head Constable (GD) requires a 10+2 pass, along with recognized sports achievements between 30.09.2024 and 30.09.2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for CRPF Sports Quota 2026?
18–23 years as on 01.08.2026 (born between 02.08.2003 and 01.08.2008, both inclusive). Relaxation applies as per government rules.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS male candidates; Nil for SC/ST/ESM and all female candidates. Payment is online only.
Q6. Where can I apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted only on the official portal https://rect.crpf.gov.in, which opens for this recruitment on 12 October 2026.
