The South Eastern Railway (SER) has officially released the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification for 54 Group C & Group D posts.
This recruitment is purely merit-based, focused on sports performance, and comes with 7th CPC salary, job security, and national-level exposure. No written exam, no interview stress—just your sports talent 💪🏽🏅.
📢 SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Organization: South Eastern Railway (SER)
Recruitment Type: Sports Quota (2025–26)
Post Name: Sports Persons (Group C & Group D)
Total Vacancies: 54
Apply Mode: Online
Start Date: 10 January 2026
Last Date: 09 February 2026
Official Website: www.rrcser.co.in
🏏 Total Vacancies & Pay Levels (7th CPC)
| Category | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Group C | Level 4 / 5 | 05 |
| Group C | Level 2 / 3 | 16 |
| Group D | Level 1 | 33 |
| Total | — | 54 |
✔ Salary as per 7th Pay Commission
✔ Additional Railway allowances applicable
🥇 Sports Discipline-Wise Vacancy Highlights
🔹 Level 4 / 5 (High Performance Athletes – 5 Posts)
Badminton (Men – Singles)
Athletics (Shot Put, Cross Country, Pole Vault)
Hockey (Women – Forward)
🔹 Level 2 / 3 (16 Posts)
Athletics (800m, 400m, Hurdles, Triple Jump)
Hockey (Men & Women)
Cycling (Track, Road, Individual Pursuit)
Chess (Men – Individual)
Archery (Men – Recurve)
Rifle Shooting, Swimming, Water Polo
🔹 Level 1 (33 Posts)
Includes:
Hockey (Men & Women)
Volleyball (Men & Women)
Football (Men)
Cricket (Men – Batsman, Bowler, WK)
Kho-Kho, Tennis, Golf
Weightlifting, Swimming, Diving
👉 Massive opportunity across 25+ sports disciplines!
🎓 Educational Qualification (Post-wise)
Level 4 / 5: University Degree (Recognized)
Level 2 / 3: 12th Pass (Plus-II)
Level 1: 10th Pass / ITI / NAC (NCVT)
⚠ Appearing candidates are NOT eligible
⚠ No relaxation in minimum qualification
🏆 Essential Sports Achievement Criteria
🔥 Level 4 / 5
Represented India in Olympics / World Cup / Asian Games / Commonwealth Games, OR
Top 3 position in International Championships
🔥 Level 2 / 3
Represented Country / Medal in National Games / Inter-University / Federation Cup
🔥 Level 1
Represented Country / State with Top 8 position in Senior Nationals
📌 Sports achievements must be on or after 01 April 2023
⭐ Desirable Sports Norms (Extra Advantage)
Badminton: Top 8 All India Ranking / World Ranking ≤ 50
Athletics: Medal in National or Inter-State Championships
Hockey: International exposure / Senior National Semifinalist
Chess: International Master or 2350+ FIDE rating
Cricket: India / India-A / U-19 representation
Tennis: All India Rank ≤ 30
Golf: IGU Rank ≤ 100
👉 Higher-grade achievers can apply for lower grades also
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 25 Years
DOB Range: 02.01.2001 to 01.01.2008
❌ No age relaxation for any category
💰 Application Fee (Refundable)
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC / ST / Women / PWD / Minority / EBC | ₹250 | ₹250 |
💳 Online payment only
💸 Refund after appearing in trials
🧪 Selection Process (No Written Exam!)
✔ Sports Trials
✔ Document Verification
📊 Marks Distribution (100 Marks Total)
Sports Achievement: 50 Marks
Trial Performance & Fitness: 40 Marks (Min 25 required)
Educational Qualification: 10 Marks
🏁 Minimum Qualifying Marks
Level 4/5: 70
Level 2/3: 65
Level 1: 60
📌 Tie-breaker → Younger candidate preferred
🏢 Job Location & Service Bond
Posting: Anywhere under South Eastern Railway
5-Year Service Bond Mandatory
Medical Fitness Test compulsory
🖥️ How to Apply Online – Step by Step
Visit www.rrcser.co.in
Click on “Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26”
Register with Email & Mobile
Fill personal, educational & sports details
Upload required documents (PDF)
Pay application fee online
Submit & download application form
📌 Apply early to avoid last-minute rush
🚨 Why You Should NOT Miss This Recruitment
✅ Government Job through Sports
✅ No Written Exam
✅ 7th CPC Pay + Railway Benefits
✅ National-Level Exposure
✅ Job Security till Retirement
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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Sarkari Result – Click Here
Age Calculator – Click Here
🔔 Final Words
The South Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is a dream opportunity for sportspersons who want to turn their passion into a permanent Government career. If you have the talent, discipline, and dedication, this is your moment to shine 🌟.
