Indian Navy, through the Navy Sports Control Board, has invited applications from outstanding sportspersons for Sports Quota Entry 02/2026 Batch for enrolment as Sailors in the Indian Navy. As per the advertisement published in Employment News (26 September – 2 October 2026), applications are invited from unmarried male and female sportspersons for direct entry in the rank of Petty Officer and Chief Petty Officer. This is a golden opportunity for sportspersons who have represented the country or state at recognised competitions to join the Indian Navy without a written examination. Applications will be accepted in offline mode only — by Ordinary Post — and must reach the prescribed address on or before 15 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Published (Employment News) | 26/09/2026 – 02/10/2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 15/10/2026 |
| Last Date (NE Region, J&K, Ladakh, A&N Islands & Lakshadweep) | 22/10/2026 |
| Sports Trials / Selection | To be notified later |
Application Fee
- Application fee: Not specified in the official advertisement
- Candidates should refer to the official notification on www.joinindiannavy.gov.in for any fee-related updates before applying
Vacancy Details
Vacancies are for enrolment as Sailors under the Sports Quota Entry 02/2026 Batch. Entries are open for Direct Entry as Petty Officer and Chief Petty Officer in various sports disciplines. Sport-wise and discipline-wise vacancy details will be as per the official notification — candidates must check the official notification for exact discipline-wise details.
Eligibility
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 (Intermediate) in any stream from a recognised board
- Who can apply: Unmarried male and female sportspersons of outstanding merit
- Sports Achievements: Candidates must fulfil the rank-wise sports-achievement standards prescribed for Direct Entry Petty Officer and Chief Petty Officer — check the official notification for the exact championships, medals and participation criteria required for each rank
- Only candidates meeting the prescribed sports standards should apply; achievements must be duly certified by recognised sports federations / associations
Age Limit (as on commencement of course)
- Minimum Age: 17.5 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- Candidates must be born between 01/09/2001 and 28/02/2009 (both dates inclusive)
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Indian Navy / Government of India rules for eligible categories
Selection Process
- Sports Trials — assessment of sports performance and achievements
- Medical Examination — candidates qualifying the trials will undergo medical fitness tests
- Merit List — final selection based on sports performance, subject to medical fitness
Selected candidates will undergo training at INS Chilka.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Indian Navy website www.joinindiannavy.gov.in and download the official notification for Sports Quota Entry 02/2026 along with the prescribed application format
- Take a printout of the application form on A4-size paper and fill in all details carefully in block letters
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph and attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, sports achievement certificates, age proof and other required documents
- Superscribe the envelope clearly: “SPORTS QUOTA ENTRY 02/2026”
- Send the application by Ordinary Post only to: The Secretary, Indian Navy Sports Control Board, Nausena Bhawan, Room W-016, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi – 110010
- Applications sent by Speed Post, Registered Post or courier will be rejected
- Ensure the application reaches the above address on or before 15 October 2026 (22 October 2026 for candidates from the North Eastern region, J&K, Ladakh, A&N Islands and Lakshadweep)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (Sports Quota Entry 02/2026) | Click Here |
| Download Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Website – Indian Navy | Click Here |
FAQ
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
A: Applications must reach the Indian Navy Sports Control Board by 15 October 2026. For candidates from the North Eastern region, J&K, Ladakh, A&N Islands and Lakshadweep, the last date is 22 October 2026.
Q2. Is the application for Navy Sports Quota 02/2026 online or offline?
A: Offline only. Applications must be sent by Ordinary Post to the Secretary, Indian Navy Sports Control Board, Nausena Bhawan, Room W-016, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi – 110010. Applications sent by Speed Post, Registered Post or courier will be rejected.
Q3. What is the qualification required for Indian Navy Sports Quota Entry 02/2026?
A: Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) in any stream and be outstanding unmarried male or female sportspersons fulfilling the prescribed sports-achievement standards for the rank applied (Direct Entry Petty Officer / Chief Petty Officer).
Q4. What is the age limit for Navy Sports Quota 02/2026 batch?
A: Candidates must be between 17.5 and 25 years of age as on the commencement of the course — i.e., born between 01/09/2001 and 28/02/2009.
Q5. What is the selection process for Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
A: Selection is through sports trials, followed by a medical examination and a final merit list. There is no written examination for sports quota entries.
Q6. Where will the training be conducted?
A: Selected candidates will undergo training at INS Chilka.