Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, Haryana
Contractual / Regular

Haryana Sports Dept KISCE Recruitment 2026

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Sep. 22, 2026
Doctor / Sports Injury ManagementStrength & Conditioning Expert (Lead)Young Professional

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Graduate322
Postgraduate296
Diploma120
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
3
Pay Scale
₹40,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Below 32 to 45 Years (post-wise)
Job Location
Haryana35Panchkula2

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 20, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 20, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 29, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window20 – 29 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Educational qualification requirements by post:

  • Doctor / Sports Injury Management (01 Post): MD or Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine recognized by erstwhile MCI with minimum 2 years of work/research experience with national/state athletes (broadened to include General Physicians and Orthopaedic Doctors/Surgeons).
  • Strength & Conditioning Expert - Lead (01 Post): Bachelor's or Master's in Sports and Exercise Science / Sports Science / Sports Coaching; OR Any Graduation with ASCA Level-1 or above / CSCS / UK SCA accredited coach / Diploma or Certificate course in Fitness Training from a Government Institution.
  • Young Professional (01 Post): Master's Degree or equivalent / Bachelor's degree with Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management (min 50% marks) OR Graduate with at least 3 years of work experience. Desirable: International sports representation or MBA/Post Graduation in Sports Management.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limits by position:

  • Doctor / Sports Injury Management: Below 45 years
  • Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead): Below 45 years
  • Young Professional: Below 32 years
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application & Experience Shortlisting

Document ScrutinyQualifying Only

Personal Interview

In-Person InterviewMerit Scored

Applications received by speed post and email will be scrutinized based on eligibility, relevant sports experience, and technical qualifications. Eligible shortlisted candidates will be invited for an in-person interview at Tau Devi Lal Sports Complex, Panchkula. Selection will be determined purely based on performance in the interview before the departmental selection board.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Evaluation ComponentScrutiny of MD/PGD in Sports Medicine/Orthopaedics, Degree in Sports Science/Coaching with ASCA/CSCS/UKSCA accreditations, or PG in Sports Management.
Evaluation ComponentAssessment of 2 to 3+ years experience managing sports injuries, designing strength and conditioning regimens, or sports administration for state/national athletes.
Evaluation ComponentRecognition of international representation for India or national championship participation in recognized sports disciplines.
Evaluation ComponentAssessment of sports science knowledge, athlete injury rehabilitation protocols, load monitoring techniques, communication skills, and organizational capability.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The positions are based at the Khelo India State Centre of Excellence (KISCE) located in the Tau Devi Lal Sports Complex, Sector-3, Panchkula, under the Sports Department of Haryana. Personnel work in high-performance sports training environments managing elite and sub-junior athletes across priority disciplines. The Doctor/Sports Injury Specialist oversees athlete health, biomechanical load monitoring, and acute sports injury rehabilitation; the Strength & Conditioning Expert designs periodized athletic strength, speed, and endurance conditioning regimens; and the Young Professional manages logistics, sports program coordination, and athlete tracking records. The role involves early morning and evening training session duties, direct collaboration with national coaches, and field travel across sports hubs in Haryana.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The engagement is purely contractual for a duration of one year, subject to periodic reviews, performance evaluations, and continuity of the central Khelo India scheme. The posting is stationed at Panchkula, Haryana. While standard TA/DA is admissible for official duty travel outside Panchkula, no personal transport, accommodation, or residential allowances are provided.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

There is no regular government service promotion channel for these contractual positions. However, serving at an accredited Khelo India State Centre of Excellence (KISCE) under the Sports Authority of India (SAI) / Haryana Sports Department provides elite high-performance sports resume credentials, opening direct opportunities for high-tier coaching and sports science roles with national federations, IPL/ISL franchises, or the Sports Authority of India.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Dual submission mode required: Applications in Annexure-A format with self-attested documents must be sent by Registered/Speed Post to the Directorate of Sports, Haryana (Tau Devi Lal Sports Complex, Sector-3, Panchkula, Haryana-134109) AND by email to [email protected] and [email protected] on or before 29/09/2026 till 5:00 PM.
  • Strict documentary verification: Experience certificates must specify clear roles and athlete levels; original certificates must be produced at the time of joining, failing which appointment will be cancelled.
  • Purely contractual terms: The appointment is for 1 year coterminous with the Khelo India scheme, with no claim for regular absorption or permanent service.
  • No travel allowance for interview: Shortlisted candidates must attend the interview at their own expense; interview call letters will be sent electronically to candidate email IDs.
  • One month notice clause: Services may be discontinued with one month's notice if performance is not found satisfactory.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Doctor / Sports Injury Management1
  • Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead)1
  • Young Professional1
Total Vacancies3

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated monthly remuneration by designation:

  • Doctor / Sports Injury Management: ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000/- per month
  • Strength & Conditioning Expert (Lead): ₹80,000 – ₹1,00,000/- per month
  • Young Professional: ₹40,000/- per month

Consolidated monthly remuneration for a 1-year contractual engagement under the Khelo India State Centre of Excellence (KISCE) scheme.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the official application format (Annexure-A) from the Haryana Sports Department circular.
  2. Fill out all details accurately, including educational qualifications from Matriculation onwards, detailed athletic or work experience, and sports participation credentials.
  3. Affix a recent passport-size photograph and sign the declaration.
  4. Enclose self-attested photocopies of all requisite certificates: Date of Birth certificate (10th marksheet), educational/professional degree certificates and mark sheets, work experience certificates, sports achievement certificates, and NOC (if employed).
  5. Send the hard copy application package by Registered or Speed Post to: Directorate of Sports, Haryana, Tau Devi Lal Sports Complex, Sector-3, Panchkula, Haryana-134109.
  6. Simultaneously, email a scanned copy of the application form and enclosures to: [email protected] and [email protected] on or before 29/09/2026 till 5:00 PM.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. There is no application fee for applying to these contractual positions.

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Selection is conducted through scrutiny of applications based on relevant qualifications and sports experience, followed by a personal interview at Tau Devi Lal Sports Complex, Panchkula. There is no written examination.

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