The Haryana Sports Department, the state body that runs sports development programmes in Haryana, has announced recruitment for three contractual posts at the Khelo India State Centre of Excellence in Panchkula. The openings are for Doctor/Sports Injury Management, Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead), and Young Professional. These roles support athlete training, injury care and centre administration under the Khelo India Scheme.
Haryana Sports Department Recruitment 2026 - Doctor, Young Professional and Other Posts
- Notification21 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed29 Sept
About Haryana Sports Department Doctor, Young Professional and Other Posts Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Haryana Sports Department
- Advertisement No.
- Sports-Khelo India-KISCE/2026/29695
- Post Name
- Doctor/Sports Injury Management, Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead) and Young Professional
- Job Location
- Panchkula, Haryana
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- ASCA Level-1 or above / CSCS / UK SCA accredited coach / Diploma in fitness training / Certificate course in Fitness Training from a Government Institution (for Strength & Conditioning Expert)
- Tenure
- One year, coterminous with the Khelo India Scheme, subject to satisfactory performance and periodic review
- Notice Period
- One month's notice if services are discontinued for unsatisfactory performance
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Doctor/Sports Injury Management | 1 |
| Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead) | 1 |
| Young Professional | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Doctor/Sports Injury Management1 post
- Qualification
- MD or Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine recognized by erstwhile MCI
- Experience
- Minimum two years of research/work experience with the national/state athletes for MD in Sports Medicine
- Age Limit
- Below 45 years
- Note
- The two-year research/work experience requirement may be relaxed for MD or PGD in Sports Medicine holders, since the MD course itself entails a minimum of three years of medical experience.
- Desirable
- Incorporation of research and development activities and Research Guide responsible for approval of the research project carried out by the team
Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead)1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelors or Masters in Sports and Exercise Science/Sports Science/Sports Coaching, OR any Graduation with ASCA Level-1 or above/CSCS/UK SCA accredited coach/Diploma in fitness training/Certificate course in Fitness Training from a Government Institution
- Age Limit
- Below 45 years
Young Professional1 post
- Qualification
- Master's Degree or equivalent qualification/Bachelor's degree with Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management or equivalent from a recognized University with minimum 50% of marks, OR Graduate with at least three years of work experience
- Experience
- At least three years of work experience for graduates
- Age Limit
- Below 32 years
- Desirable
- Candidates who have represented India at International level and hold a Bachelor's Degree; candidates with MBA or Post Graduation in Sports Management would be preferred
Age Limit
Below 45 years for Doctor/Sports Injury Management and Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead); below 32 years for Young Professional
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation rules will be as per government norms.
Application Fee
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Applications are scrutinised and shortlisted on the basis of relevant experience and job description, and eligible candidates are called for interview at their own cost.
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Doctor/Sports Injury Management | Rs. 1,00,000 - 1,50,000 per month |
| Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead) | Rs. 80,000 - 1,00,000 per month |
| Young Professional | Rs. 40,000 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form (Annexure-A) from the official website of the Sports Department of Haryana
- 2Fill in the application form carefully with correct personal, educational and experience details
- 3Attach self-attested copies of the date of birth certificate, educational and professional qualification certificates and work experience certificates
- 4Attach a No Objection Certificate if already employed
- 5Send the completed application to the Directorate of Sports, Haryana, Tau Devi Lal Sports Complex, Sector-3, Panchkula, Haryana-134109
- 6Make sure the application reaches the department before the last date
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Important Details
- The engagement is purely on contract basis and does not confer any right to claim permanent employment in the department.
- Candidates applying for more than one post will be interviewed only once.
- A panel may be drawn from the selection and will be valid for one year.
- The date of birth accepted is the one entered in the Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate or an equivalent certificate recognized by an Indian University; no affidavits or birth extracts will be accepted.
- Selected candidates must produce the originals of all certificates at the time of interview.
Tenure and Allowances
The contractual engagement is for a period of one year, coterminous with the Khelo India Scheme, subject to satisfactory performance and periodic review. No TA/DA is admissible for joining the assignment or on it. No DA, accommodation, residential phone, conveyance, staff, medical reimbursement, HRA or LTC is admissible. Income tax or any other tax liable to be deducted will be deducted at source before payment.
Leave
Selected candidates are entitled to 30 days of leave in a calendar year on a pro-rata basis. Beyond this, no remuneration is admissible for absence, and unavailed leave lapses at the end of the calendar year.
Other Conditions
- Applications will be scrutinised and shortlisted on the basis of relevant experience and job description; eligible candidates will be called for interview at their own cost.
- If the performance of a candidate is not found satisfactory, services may be discontinued after giving one month's notice.
- In case of official duty requiring travel outside the place of posting, the candidate is entitled to TA/DA as admissible under rules.
- Call letters for interview will be communicated electronically to the valid and functional email given in the application form.
- Candidature remains provisional, subject to verification of eligibility conditions, and will be cancelled if found ineligible at any stage.
- Mere fulfilment of eligibility does not guarantee selection.
Confidentiality
Selected persons shall not publish a book, compilation of articles or contribute any article using information gathered during the assignment. During the engagement the employee is governed by the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923, and shall not divulge any information gathered during the engagement to any unauthorized person.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes. Candidates applying for more than one post will be interviewed only once.
Is the appointment permanent?
No. The appointment is purely on contract basis and does not confer any right to claim permanent employment in the department.
Will TA/DA be paid for attending the interview or for joining?
No. Candidates attend the interview at their own cost, and no TA/DA is admissible for joining the assignment or on it.
How will interview call letters be sent?
Call letters are communicated electronically to the valid and functional email address given in the application form, so candidates should check their registered email regularly.
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