🏅 The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has announced its Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, inviting applications from talented sportspersons across India. A total of 521 posts — 182 Head Constable (GD) and 339 Constable (GD) — will be filled through 22 sports disciplines, and there is no written examination this time. Online applications open on 12 October 2026 and close on 11 November 2026.
Table of Contents
- Overview
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- Selection Process
- How to Apply
- Important Links
Overview
This recruitment is being conducted under the sports quota for men and women players who have represented their state, university, or country at recognized competitions. Selection will be based on sports achievements, physical standards, and a sports trial — no written test will be held. The force has kept the application process fully online.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
| Recruitment | Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 |
| Posts | Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD) |
| Total Vacancies | 521 Posts |
| Sports Covered | 22 Disciplines |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The 521 posts are divided between the two ranks and further split by gender, as shown below.
| Post | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 150 | 32 | 182 |
| Constable (GD) | 258 | 81 | 339 |
| Grand Total | 408 | 113 | 521 |
Sportspersons from 22 disciplines can apply. The discipline-wise distribution of posts is:
| Sport / Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|
| Athletics | 101 |
| Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo) | 60 |
| Shooting | 53 |
| Kabaddi | 27 |
| Wrestling | 26 |
| Football | 22 |
| Boxing | 20 |
| Volleyball | 20 |
| Water Sports (Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing) | 20 |
| Wushu | 20 |
| Weightlifting | 19 |
| Karate | 17 |
| Basketball | 16 |
| Judo | 16 |
| Hockey | 15 |
| Taekwondo | 14 |
| Gymnastics | 12 |
| Handball | 12 |
| Yoga (Yogasana) | 12 |
| Body Building | 11 |
| Badminton | 5 |
| Archery | 3 |
The official notification further divides these vacancies by specific events, weight categories, post, and gender.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet both the educational and the sports qualification conditions given below.
| Post | Educational Qualification | Sports Qualification (broad criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board/University | International representation; or state/UT representation in National Games/Championship with medal or position up to 3rd; or specified inter-university achievement; or gold/silver at junior national level |
| Constable (GD) | Matriculation (10th) or equivalent from a recognized Board | State representation at senior/junior national level; or state school team in National Sports/Games for Schools with medal or position up to 3rd; or Khelo India Games with medal or position up to 3rd; or inter-university representation |
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)
| Detail | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 23 Years |
Age relaxation for eligible categories will apply as per the notification.
Physical Standards
| Type | Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | General / OBC / SC | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| Height | ST | 162.5 cm | 150 cm |
| Height | Hill Area Candidates | 165 cm | 155 cm |
| Chest (unexpanded–expanded) | General / OBC / SC | 80–85 cm | Not Applicable |
| Chest (unexpanded–expanded) | ST | 76–81 cm | Not Applicable |
| Chest (unexpanded–expanded) | Hill Area Candidates | 78–83 cm | Not Applicable |
| Weight | All Categories | Proportionate to height and age | |
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | Level 4 | Rs 25,500 – Rs 81,100 |
| Constable (GD) | Level 3 | Rs 21,700 – Rs 69,100 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 12 October 2026 (9:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction / Modification Window | 12 – 14 November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 100 |
| SC / ST / ESM | Nil |
| All Female Candidates | Nil |
Fee can be paid through online mode only.
Selection Process
There is no written examination. Candidates will be shortlisted through the following stages:
- Identity check and documentation
- Marking of sports achievements
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Sports trial test
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Review Medical Examination (RME), where applicable
The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of sports achievement marks and the prescribed selection conditions.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CRPF recruitment portal and read the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification and eligibility conditions carefully.
- Create your profile on the online recruitment portal.
- Enter your personal, educational, sports, and category details correctly.
- Upload the sports certificate or document supporting your highest eligible medal, position, or participation, along with the photograph and other required documents as prescribed.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, through online mode.
- Review the complete form carefully and submit it before 11 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Save or print a copy of the submitted form for future reference. If a correction is needed, use the correction window from 12 to 14 November 2026.
Applications will be accepted online only — offline applications will not be accepted.
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