The Central Reserve Police Force, the largest paramilitary force of India under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has announced recruitment of meritorious sportspersons for Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) posts under the Sports Quota. A total of 521 vacancies are on offer across disciplines such as athletics, aquatics, shooting, boxing, wrestling and kabaddi. The posts are Group C, non-gazetted and non-ministerial, and selected candidates serve anywhere in India or abroad as part of the Force.
CRPF Recruitment 2026 - Head Constable and Constable Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026R.II-21/2026-Sports
Total Vacancies
521
Last Date
11 Nov
24 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Temporary
Status
Notification Out
Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 11 Nov 2026 · 24 days left
- Notification17 Sept
- Applications Open12 Oct
About CRPF Head Constable and Constable (Sports Quota) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Central Reserve Police Force
- Advertisement No.
- R.II-21/2026-Sports
- Post Name
- HC/GD Against Sports Quota and CT/GD Against Sports Quota
- Job Location
- All India
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens (Male & Female) who are ordinarily residents of India)
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Age Limit
- 18–23 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
Vacancy Breakdown
HC/GD Against Sports Quota
182
CT/GD Against Sports Quota
339
Total521
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| HC/GD Against Sports Quota | 182 |
| CT/GD Against Sports Quota | 339 |
| Grand Total | 521 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
HC/GD Against Sports Quota182 posts
- Qualification
- 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board/University recognized by the Central or State Government, or equivalent Army Qualification in the case of Ex. Army personnel. Candidates who do not possess the prescribed educational qualification as on 11/11/2026 are not eligible to apply.
- Sports Qualification
- Represented the country in a recognized International Competition/Meet with clearance from the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports; or represented a State/UT in the National Games/Championship organized by a recognized National Sports Federation or the Indian Olympic Association with a medal or position up to 3rd place; or secured 1st or 2nd position in an individual event in Inter-University Tournaments conducted by AIU/Inter University Sports Board (team must have reached the finals in team events); or won Gold or Silver medal in an individual/team event at Junior Nati
CT/GD Against Sports Quota339 posts
- Qualification
- Matriculation or its equivalent from a recognized board. Candidates who do not possess the prescribed educational qualification as on 11/11/2026 are not eligible to apply.
- Sports Qualification
- Represented a State in Senior/Junior National level Games/Championships organized by a recognized National Sports Federation; or represented a State School Team in National Sports/Games for Schools conducted by the All-India School Games Federation of India (SGFI) with a medal or position up to 3rd place; or represented a State/UT in Khelo India University Games/Khelo India Youth Games/Khelo India Winter Games with a medal or position up to 3rd place; or represented their University in Inter-University Tournaments conducted by the Inter-University Sports Boards.
Age Limit
18 to 23 years as on 01-08-2026 (candidates should not have been born earlier than 02-08-2003 and not later than 01-08-2008)
Age Relaxation
UR 5 years; OBC (NCL) 8 years (5+3); SC/ST 10 years (5+5); Ex-Servicemen (UR) 8 years (5+3); Ex-Servicemen (OBC) 11 years (5+3+3); Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) 13 years (5+5+3), after deducting military service rendered from the actual age.
Physical Standards
General
Gender: Male
Height: 170 cm
Chest: 80 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion
Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards
General
Gender: Female
Height: 157 cm
Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards
All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes
Gender: Male
Height: 162.5 cm
Chest: 76 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion
All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes
Gender: Female
Height: 150.0 cm
Scheduled Tribe candidates of North Eastern States
Gender: Male
Height: 157.0 cm
Scheduled Tribe candidates of North Eastern States
Gender: Female
Height: 147.5 cm
Scheduled Tribe candidates of Left-Wing Extremism affected districts
Gender: Male
Height: 160.0 cm
Scheduled Tribe candidates of Left-Wing Extremism affected districts
Gender: Female
Height: 147.5 cm
Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
Gender: Male
Height: 165.0 cm
Chest: 78 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion
Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
Gender: Female
Height: 155.0 cm
Candidates hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura
Gender: Male
Height: 162.5 cm
Chest: 77 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion
Candidates hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura
Gender: Female
Height: 152.5 cm
Candidates hailing from Gorkha Territorial Administration area of Darjeeling district
Gender: Male
Height: 157.0 cm
Chest: 77 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion
Candidates hailing from Gorkha Territorial Administration area of Darjeeling district
Gender: Female
Height: 152.5 cm
| Category | Gender | Height | Chest | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Male | 170 cm | 80 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion | Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards |
| General | Female | 157 cm | — | Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards |
| All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | Male | 162.5 cm | 76 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion | — |
| All candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes | Female | 150.0 cm | — | — |
| Scheduled Tribe candidates of North Eastern States | Male | 157.0 cm | — | — |
| Scheduled Tribe candidates of North Eastern States | Female | 147.5 cm | — | — |
| Scheduled Tribe candidates of Left-Wing Extremism affected districts | Male | 160.0 cm | — | — |
| Scheduled Tribe candidates of Left-Wing Extremism affected districts | Female | 147.5 cm | — | — |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh | Male | 165.0 cm | 78 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion | — |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas and candidates belonging to Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh | Female | 155.0 cm | — | — |
| Candidates hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura | Male | 162.5 cm | 77 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion | — |
| Candidates hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura | Female | 152.5 cm | — | — |
| Candidates hailing from Gorkha Territorial Administration area of Darjeeling district | Male | 157.0 cm | 77 cm unexpanded, minimum 5 cm expansion | — |
| Candidates hailing from Gorkha Territorial Administration area of Darjeeling district | Female | 152.5 cm | — | — |
Application Fee
Male - UR / OBC / EWS
Rs. 100
Female (all categories)
Nil
SC / ST
Nil
Ex-Servicemen
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Identity Check and Biometric Capture
Verification of identity including Aadhaar based biometric capture before documentation begins; biometric identification can be taken at every stage.
- 2Documentation
Original documents and certificates relating to age, education, caste, sports achievement and relaxation claims are checked by the Recruitment Board; candidates unable to produce originals are eliminated.
- 3Physical Standard Test (PST)
Height, chest and weight measured as per the prescribed standards; candidates declared not qualified may appeal on the same day to the appellate authority.
- 4Sports Trial Test
Conducted by a Board of Officers for the candidate's sports discipline; purely qualifying with no marks, and a Dope Test may be conducted on the day of the trial.
- 5Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and Review Medical Examination (RME)
Medical examination as per CAPF medical guidelines; candidates declared unfit in DME may undergo RME with written consent submitted within 24 hours.
Salary Structure
Dearness Allowance, HRA and any other allowances as admissible in CRPF from time to time as per Government orders. New Defined Contributory Pension Scheme implemented vide Ministry of Finance OM No. 1(7)(2)/2003/TA dated 07-01-2004 applies to selected candidates.
HC/GD Against Sports Quota
Pay: Level 4: Rs. 25,500 - 81,100
CT/GD Against Sports Quota
Pay: Level 3: Rs. 21,700 - 69,100
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| HC/GD Against Sports Quota | Level 4: Rs. 25,500 - 81,100 |
| CT/GD Against Sports Quota | Level 3: Rs. 21,700 - 69,100 |
How to Apply
- 1Visit the CRPF recruitment website rect.crpf.gov.in and read the instructions carefully before filling the application.
- 2Create your profile and upload the certificate or document for your sports discipline in support of your highest medal, position or level of participation.
- 3Fill the online application form and clearly mention the post and discipline you are applying for.
- 4Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 through the recruitment website, if applicable.
- 5Submit the application online before the closing date; no offline application is accepted.
- 6Use the correction window to modify the submitted application, if needed.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Educational certificates
•Sports certificates
•Domicile and Caste certificates
•Matriculation/10th class certificate for verification of Date of Birth
•OBC (NCL) Certificate (Annexure-F)
•SC/ST Certificate (Annexure-G)
•EWS Certificate valid for 2026-27 (Annexure-H)
•Undertaking for OBC (NCL) reservation claim (Annexure-F)
•No Objection Certificate (Annexure-B) for candidates in Government service
•Certificate for claiming height/chest relaxation (Annexure-I)
•Four latest passport-size photographs
Important Details
- Selected candidates must submit a bond to serve the Force for a minimum of three years, backed by an undertaking bond of Rs. 1,00,000, before resigning for better employment elsewhere or on any other ground.
- Persons with disabilities (PwD) are not eligible to apply.
- A candidate is allowed to apply for one post only and only one online application may be submitted; multiple applications lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Candidates serving in Government or Semi-Government departments must apply through their employer with a No Objection Certificate in the Annexure-A format.
- The posts carry all India service liability and selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India or abroad.
- No travelling allowance, lodging or boarding is provided for appearing in the recruitment test and candidates should come prepared for a stay of at least one week at their own arrangement.
- The performance of personnel appointed against the sports quota is closely monitored for at least two years and those whose standard is found below the required level within that span may be terminated.
- Sports personnel whose performance falls short because of age, illness or injury may be sent to a general duty battalion for combat duties anywhere in India.
Discipline-wise Vacancies
Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo)
Total Posts: 60
Archery
Total Posts: 3
Athletics
Total Posts: 101
Badminton
Total Posts: 5
Basketball
Total Posts: 16
Body Building
Total Posts: 11
Boxing
Total Posts: 20
Football
Total Posts: 22
Gymnastics
Total Posts: 12
Handball
Total Posts: 12
Hockey
Total Posts: 15
Judo
Total Posts: 16
Kabaddi
Total Posts: 27
Karate
Total Posts: 17
Shooting
Total Posts: 53
Taekwondo
Total Posts: 14
Volleyball
Total Posts: 20
Water Sports (Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing)
Total Posts: 20
Weightlifting
Total Posts: 19
Wushu
Total Posts: 20
Wrestling
Total Posts: 26
Yoga (Yogasana)
Total Posts: 12
| Sports Discipline | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo) | 60 |
| Archery | 3 |
| Athletics | 101 |
| Badminton | 5 |
| Basketball | 16 |
| Body Building | 11 |
| Boxing | 20 |
| Football | 22 |
| Gymnastics | 12 |
| Handball | 12 |
| Hockey | 15 |
| Judo | 16 |
| Kabaddi | 27 |
| Karate | 17 |
| Shooting | 53 |
| Taekwondo | 14 |
| Volleyball | 20 |
| Water Sports (Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing) | 20 |
| Weightlifting | 19 |
| Wushu | 20 |
| Wrestling | 26 |
| Yoga (Yogasana) | 12 |
Marking of Sports Achievements for Merit
Olympic Games (Summer/Winter)
Gold: 100
Silver: 96
Bronze: 92
Participation: 80
World Championship / World Cup
Gold: 90
Silver: 86
Bronze: 82
Participation: 70
Asian Games / Commonwealth Games
Gold: 80
Silver: 76
Bronze: 72
Participation: 60
Asian Championship/Cup / Commonwealth Championship
Gold: 70
Silver: 66
Bronze: 62
Participation: 50
Youth Olympic Games
Gold: 60
Silver: 56
Bronze: 52
Participation: 40
Youth/Junior World Championship or World Cup
Gold: 55
Silver: 51
Bronze: 47
Participation: 35
Youth/Junior Asian & Commonwealth Championship
Gold: 50
Silver: 46
Bronze: 42
Participation: 30
SAF Games & any International Competition recognized by MYA&S with minimum participation of 7 countries backed by a National level medal
Gold: 40
Silver: 36
Bronze: 32
Participation: 26
National Games / Senior National Championship - Individual medal
Gold: 30
Silver: 26
Bronze: 22
Participation: 12
National Games / Senior National Championship - Team event
Gold: 26
Silver: 22
Bronze: 18
Participation: 8
Youth/Junior National Championship / Inter University / National Sports Games for Schools / Khelo India - Individual medal
Gold: 20
Silver: 16
Bronze: 12
Participation: 6
Youth/Junior National Championship / Inter University / National Sports Games for Schools / Khelo India - Team event
Gold: 16
Silver: 12
Bronze: 8
Participation: 4
| Competition Level | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Participation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Games (Summer/Winter) | 100 | 96 | 92 | 80 |
| World Championship / World Cup | 90 | 86 | 82 | 70 |
| Asian Games / Commonwealth Games | 80 | 76 | 72 | 60 |
| Asian Championship/Cup / Commonwealth Championship | 70 | 66 | 62 | 50 |
| Youth Olympic Games | 60 | 56 | 52 | 40 |
| Youth/Junior World Championship or World Cup | 55 | 51 | 47 | 35 |
| Youth/Junior Asian & Commonwealth Championship | 50 | 46 | 42 | 30 |
| SAF Games & any International Competition recognized by MYA&S with minimum participation of 7 countries backed by a National level medal | 40 | 36 | 32 | 26 |
| National Games / Senior National Championship - Individual medal | 30 | 26 | 22 | 12 |
| National Games / Senior National Championship - Team event | 26 | 22 | 18 | 8 |
| Youth/Junior National Championship / Inter University / National Sports Games for Schools / Khelo India - Individual medal | 20 | 16 | 12 | 6 |
| Youth/Junior National Championship / Inter University / National Sports Games for Schools / Khelo India - Team event | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
Order of Preference for Merit
- First preference to candidates who represented the country in an International Competition with clearance of the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
- Next, candidates who represented a State/UT in Senior or Junior level National Championships or National Games with a medal or position up to 3rd place; Senior National Championship medal winners preferred over Junior.
- Next, candidates who represented a University in an Inter-University competition or Khelo India University Games with a medal or position up to 3rd place in finals.
- Next, candidates who represented a State/UT in Khelo India Youth Games (age category above 18 years) or Khelo India Winter Games with a medal or position up to 3rd place in finals.
- Next, candidates who represented the State Schools in National Sports/Games for Schools with a medal or position up to 3rd place.
- Next, candidates who represented a State/UT/University/State School Team at the levels above but could not win a medal or position, in the same order of preference.
Tie-Breaking in the Merit List
- Candidate securing the highest marks is placed higher in the merit list.
- If candidates have similar achievement in an International competition, achievement in a National competition is considered, with the higher National achievement placed higher.
- If the tie persists, the older candidate is given priority.
- If the tie still persists, the candidate's name in alphabetical order in English is given priority.
Medical Standards
- Minimum distance vision 6/6 and 6/9 for both eyes without correction, that is without spectacles or lenses.
- A colour blind person is not eligible for recruitment.
- The candidate must not have knock knee, flat foot, varicose veins or squint in eyes.
- Tattoos are permitted only if they depict religious symbols or figures or names as followed in the Indian Army, marked on the inner aspect of the left forearm or dorsum of the hands, and less than one-fourth the size of that body part.
- Medical examination is conducted as per the Uniform Guidelines for Recruitment Medical Examination for GOs and NGOs in CAPFs and AR issued vide MHA U.O. No. A.VI-1/2014-Rectt (SSB) dated 20.05.2015 and MHA OM No. E.32012/ADG(Med)/DME/RME/DA-1/2020 (Part file)/1166 dated 31.05.2021.
Sports Certificates and Awarding Authorities
International Competition
Authority Awarding Certificate: Secretary of the National Federation of the Game concerned
Form: Annexure J (Form-1)
National Competition
Authority Awarding Certificate: Secretary of the National Federation or Secretary of the State Association of the Game concerned
Form: Annexure K (Form-2)
Inter-University Tournament
Authority Awarding Certificate: Dean of Sports or other officer in overall charge of sports of the University concerned
Form: Annexure L (Form-3)
National Sports/Games for Schools
Authority Awarding Certificate: Director or Additional/Joint or Deputy Director in overall charge of Sports/Games for Schools in the Directorate of Public Instructions/Education of the State
Form: Annexure M (Form-4)
Khelo India University Games / Khelo India Youth Games / Khelo India Winter Games
Authority Awarding Certificate: Officer designated or officer in charge from Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Form: Annexure N (Form-5)
| Competition | Authority Awarding Certificate | Form |
|---|---|---|
| International Competition | Secretary of the National Federation of the Game concerned | Annexure J (Form-1) |
| National Competition | Secretary of the National Federation or Secretary of the State Association of the Game concerned | Annexure K (Form-2) |
| Inter-University Tournament | Dean of Sports or other officer in overall charge of sports of the University concerned | Annexure L (Form-3) |
| National Sports/Games for Schools | Director or Additional/Joint or Deputy Director in overall charge of Sports/Games for Schools in the Directorate of Public Instructions/Education of the State | Annexure M (Form-4) |
| Khelo India University Games / Khelo India Youth Games / Khelo India Winter Games | Officer designated or officer in charge from Sports Authority of India (SAI) | Annexure N (Form-5) |
Contact
Phone: 011-26160255
Frequently Asked Questions
Can female candidates apply for CRPF Sports Quota recruitment 2026?
Yes. Online applications are invited from both male and female Indian citizens, and 32 HC/GD and 81 CT/GD vacancies are reserved for women.
Is there any written examination in this recruitment?
No. Selection is through identity check, documentation, Physical Standard Test, Sports Trial Test and Detailed/Review Medical Examination, with the merit list drawn only from marks for sports achievements.
Can a candidate apply for more than one post or discipline?
No. One candidate is allowed to apply for one post only and only one online application may be submitted; multiple applications lead to cancellation of candidature.
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