Surat Municipal Corporation, the civic body governing the city of Surat in Gujarat, has announced recruitment for Honorary Coach posts on a contractual basis. A total of 8 coaching positions are on offer across disciplines such as Table Tennis, Badminton, Volleyball, Kho-Kho, Kabaddi, Judo, Karate and Gym. The coaches will train players and prepare teams at the newly constructed sports complex in Dindoli under the corporation's South Zone.
SMC Honorary Coach Recruitment 2026
Posted 15 Oct 2026Updated 15 Oct 2026P.R.O./263/2026-27
Total Vacancies
8
Last Date
24 Oct
6 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Apply Now
Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 24 Oct 2026 · 6 days left
- Notification15 Oct
- Applications Open15 Oct
About SMC Honorary Coach Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Surat Municipal Corporation
- Advertisement No.
- P.R.O./263/2026-27
- Post Name
- Table Tennis Coach, Badminton Coach and 6 more
- Job Location
- Surat, Gujarat
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 50 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- One year of coaching experience under the NIS/SAI certificate route and under the H.S.C. route
- Tenure
- 11 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Table Tennis Coach
1
Badminton Coach
1
Volleyball Coach
1
Kho-Kho Coach
1
Kabaddi Coach
1
Judo Coach
1
Karate Coach
1
Gym Coach
1
Total8
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Table Tennis Coach | 1 |
| Badminton Coach | 1 |
| Volleyball Coach | 1 |
| Kho-Kho Coach | 1 |
| Kabaddi Coach | 1 |
| Judo Coach | 1 |
| Karate Coach | 1 |
| Gym Coach | 1 |
| Grand Total | 8 |
Eligibility Details
Honorary Coach (all sports disciplines) - Qualification and Experience
Sports Qualification: NIS diploma or its equivalent degree, or Sports Authority of India (SAI) 6-month certificate course and at least one year of coaching experience. Alternatively, C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. qualification and physical fitness as a physical training instructor. Alternatively, H.S.C. pass with participation at national/state level in the relevant sport or one year of coaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates who have won medals in national or state level tournaments for the concerned sport.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Honorary Coach (all sports disciplines) - Qualification and Experience | Sports Qualification: NIS diploma or its equivalent degree, or Sports Authority of India (SAI) 6-month certificate course and at least one year of coaching experience. Alternatively, C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. qualification and physical fitness as a physical training instructor. Alternatively, H.S.C. pass with participation at national/state level in the relevant sport or one year of coaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates who have won medals in national or state level tournaments for the concerned sport. |
Age Limit
Maximum 50 years
Selection Process
- 1Scrutiny of Applications
Registered applications are scrutinised against the eligibility criteria and qualifications for the post.
- 2Document Verification
Eligible candidates are called for verification of original documents; the schedule and venue are communicated by SMS to the registered mobile number.
- 3Merit List
A merit list is prepared based on qualifications and the guidelines set by the Standing Committee.
Salary Structure
Rs. 10,000 per month (fixed consolidated); no other allowances or benefits payable
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official Surat Municipal Corporation website and complete User Registration with your email address, mobile number and captcha
- 2Verify your mobile number by entering the OTP received
- 3Complete the account setup with your first name, last name and password, verify your email through the link sent to your inbox and log in
- 4Fill your personal details, educational qualifications and experience details in the User Profile section
- 5Upload scanned photograph and signature in JPG/JPEG or PNG format, photo up to 150 KB and signature up to 50 KB
- 6Select the relevant sports coaching post under Apply Now, review all entered details and submit the application
- 7Save a printout of the final application form for your records
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Original educational certificates
•Mark sheets
•Registration certificates
•Experience certificates
•Proof of identity and one set of self-attested photocopies
Important Details
- Candidates must reach the document verification or walk-in interview venue at their own expense
- Surat Municipal Corporation pays no travel allowance or fare.
- Only one application can be submitted for a single post, and if multiple applications are made for the same post only the latest one remains valid.
- The Corporation may modify, amend or cancel the advertisement at any time without assigning reasons.
Job Description
Coaches will conduct training sessions, impart structured sports coaching, maintain training discipline and prepare teams for competitions at the newly constructed sports complex at Dindoli in the South Zone of Surat Municipal Corporation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Only one application is allowed for a single post. If multiple applications are submitted for the same post, only the latest one remains valid.
Do medal winners get any preference?
Yes. Candidates who have won medals in national or state level tournaments in the concerned sport are given preference during selection.
Will travel expenses be paid for document verification or interview?
No. Candidates have to reach the venue at their own expense and no travel allowance or fare is paid by Surat Municipal Corporation.
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