This recruitment is ideally suited for elite sportspersons (age 18-25) with outstanding achievements at national or international levels (e.g., Olympic Games, World/Asian/Commonwealth/National Championships) in specific disciplines. Candidates must also meet minimum academic qualifications (10th/12th/Graduation/ITI) and be seeking a permanent, stable career within the Central Government sector, specifically the Indian Railways, while continuing their sports pursuits. The role is for those committed to a service bond and ongoing sports performance for the Railways.

Important Considerations

Candidates without significant, recognized sports achievements at the specified levels should not apply, as sports norms are a mandatory and primary eligibility criterion. Individuals outside the 18-25 age limit will not be considered, as no age relaxation is provided. Those who do not meet the minimum academic qualifications for their desired pay level are also ineligible. This is a specialized 'Sports Quota' recruitment; candidates seeking general administrative or technical positions should look for other advertisements. No reservation benefits are applicable for any category (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PH, and Ex-SM) for these posts.

Career Impact

Joining the Indian Railways, a major Central Government employer, offers significant career stability, competitive salaries as per the 7th CPC, and excellent institutional prestige. While this is a specialized sports quota recruitment (54 vacancies), it provides a unique pathway for talented sportspersons to secure a government job. Long-term growth may involve promotions based on both departmental performance and continued sports achievements, contributing to the Railways' reputation in sports.

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Pay Level (As per 7th P.C.)	Minimum Educational Qualification
Pay Level 5	Degree/Graduation or equivalent from a recognized university, OR B.Sc. from a recognized university for the post of Signal Maintainer Grade-I.
Pay Level 4	12th pass (+2 stage) or equivalent, with dictation speed of 80 W.P.M. for Jr. Stenographer.
Pay Level 2/3	12th pass (+2 stage) or equivalent, OR Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent with ITI certificate (may be posted as Tech-III).
Pay Level 1	10th pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.

In addition to the academic qualifications, candidates MUST also fulfill specific sports norms and achievements as detailed in the notification for each pay level and sport discipline. Those appearing for or awaiting final examination results are not eligible.

Age Limit Details

No age relaxation (upper or lower age limit) is permissible. The candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.07.2001 and not later than 01.07.2008.

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Salary & Pay Scale

The posts are categorized under various Pay Levels (1 to 5) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) recommendations. The specific pay level for selected candidates will be determined based on the post, performance in trials, and qualifications. Recruited sportspersons shall initially be at the minimum pay of the respective Level/scale of pay.

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Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)

Pay Level 4/55
Pay Level 2/316
Pay Level 133

Total Vacancies54 Vacancies

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online through the official website of Railway Recruitment Cell, North Western Railway, Jaipur (www.rrcjaipur.in).

Visit the website and click on the "Sports Quota (Open Advt.) 2026-27" notification link.
Click on the "New Registration Link".
Fill in your personal information, including a valid personal E-mail ID and Mobile Number.
Note down the registered E-mail ID/Mobile No., Registration Number, and Password.
Log in using the provided credentials and complete the registration process.
Upload scanned copies of a passport-size color photograph (20-70 KB, 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, taken after publication of web notice, without cap/sunglasses, no glare on glasses) and signature (20-30 KB, 3.5 cm x 2.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, in English or Hindi running hand).
Upload copies of all requisite certificates: Date of Birth proof (10th/Matriculation), Educational Qualification, Sports Achievement/Qualification, Caste/Community (if applicable), Fee Waiver (if applicable), and No Objection Certificate (if applicable) in legible format.
Proceed to the payment gateway to pay the application fee.
Submit the application form and save/print a copy for future reference.

Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Applicants claiming fee exemption/refund must upload necessary certificates.

Application Fee

For All Candidates (except SC/ST/Women/Minorities/EBC): Rs. 500/-. An amount of Rs. 400/- will be refunded to candidates who actually appear for the trial.
For SC/ST/Women/Minorities*/Economically Backward Classes (EBC)**: Rs. 250/-. The full amount of Rs. 250/- will be refunded to candidates who actually appear for the trial.

*Minorities include Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, and Zorastrians (Parsis).

**Economically Backward Class (EBC) refers to those with an annual family income less than Rs. 50,000/-.

Fees must be paid online through the RRC-NWR, Jaipur website using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI by the closing date of application (10.08.2026).

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