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IIT Gandhinagar Sports Coach Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 6 Full-Time Coach Posts

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Aug. 24, 2026
Program Assistant I (Full-Time Coach - Lawn Tennis)Program Assistant I (Full-Time Coach - Table Tennis)Program Assistant I (Full-Time Coach - Badminton)Program Assistant I (Full-Time Coach - Swimming)Program Assistant I (Full-Time Coach - Cricket)Program Assistant I (Full-Time Coach - Athletics)

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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
6
Pay Scale
₹28K - ₹53K / mo
Age Limit
Not exceeding 50 years as on 2026-09-06
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 24, 2026

2

Starts

Aug 25, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 6, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window25 Aug – 6 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

Essential Qualifications: Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed. / B.P.ES / B.P.E.) approved by NCTE; OR Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a Post-Graduate Diploma in Sports Coaching, Diploma in Sports Coaching (NIS), or certified coaching course in the relevant sports discipline from a recognized University/Institution.

Desirable: Coaching experience with university or college-level sports contingents, tournament planning, and working knowledge of computers.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate must be not exceeding 50 years of age as on the application deadline (06-09-2026).

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Online Google Form Application Screening

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Practical Field Demonstration Test & Personal Interview

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted through a two-stage evaluation process:

  1. Application Screening: Applications submitted via Google Form by 06 September 2026 are screened for coaching certifications, academic degrees, and relevant team training experience.
  2. Practical Demonstration & Interview: Shortlisted candidates appear in person at IIT Gandhinagar for an on-field coaching practical test and personal interview to demonstrate tactical drills, fitness training, and player management.

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
Academic & Professional Sports Coaching Qualifications (B.P.Ed / NIS Diploma)
Practical On-Field Coaching Demonstration & Tactical Drills
Inter-College / University Tournament Coaching Experience
Personal Interview (Coaching Philosophy & Student Engagement)

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.

IIT Gandhinagar features a world-class, floodlit sports complex along the Sabarmati river in Palaj, Gandhinagar. Coaches manage daily coaching sessions for undergraduate and graduate students, conduct credit-based Physical Education (PE) courses, supervise field/court maintenance, and prepare the official institute contingents for the prestigious Annual Inter-IIT Sports Meet. The work culture encourages high athletic participation, community fitness events, and student-staff tournaments. Instructors are provided on-campus shared housing on a chargeable basis.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual appointment initially for one year, extendable on a yearly basis depending on performance and sports department requirements. Stationed at IIT Gandhinagar (Palaj Campus).

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Coaching roles at an Institute of National Importance build high-value leadership experience for subsequent regular appointments as Assistant Physical Education Officer (Level 10) in IITs/NITs/Central Universities or coaching cadres in the Sports Authority of India (SAI).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Strict Application Deadline (06 September 2026): Applications must be submitted via the online Google Form link by 06-09-2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
  • Mandatory Practical Field Test: Candidates must come prepared with appropriate sports attire and gear to demonstrate on-field coaching drills during the practical test.
  • Original Document Verification: Candidates must bring all original degrees, NIS/diploma coaching certificates, sports merit certificates, and experience letters during the selection event.
  • Purely Contractual Post: Engagement does not confer any legal right to claim regularization or permanent absorption at IIT Gandhinagar.
  • No TA/DA: No traveling or daily allowance will be paid for attending the practical test and interview.

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

  • Program Assistant I (Lawn Tennis Coach)1
  • Program Assistant I (Table Tennis Coach)1
  • Program Assistant I (Badminton Coach)1
  • Program Assistant I (Swimming Coach)1
  • Program Assistant I (Cricket Coach)1
  • Program Assistant I (Athletics Coach)1
Total Vacancies6

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated remuneration between ₹ 28,000/- and ₹ 53,000/- per month. Position offered on contract basis initially for one year, extendable on a yearly basis subject to satisfactory performance.

Consolidated monthly salary ranging from ₹28,000/- to ₹53,000/-, fixed according to educational qualifications and coaching credentials, plus shared on-campus accommodation on a chargeable basis subject to availability.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

Candidates must apply online through the official application link (not provided in this document but implied to be on the IITGN website). Applications submitted through any other mode will not be considered. Applicants should ensure their email address is correct and active for all recruitment correspondence. For online application queries, email [email protected].

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is payable for this recruitment.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The closing date for submitting online applications via the official Google Form is 06th September 2026.

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