Important Dates
Recruitment Notification 17 September 2026 Online Application Start 12 October 2026 Application Start Time 9:00 AM Last Date to Apply 11 November 2026 Application Closing Time 11:59 PM Application Correction 12–14 November 2026
Description
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has announced Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 for eligible meritorious sportspersons for the posts of Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty). A total of 521 vacancies are available under this CRPF recruitment drive. Eligible male and female candidates who meet the prescribed educational, age and sports-achievement requirements can submit their applications online through the official CRPF recruitment portal. The online application process will begin on 12 October 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is 11 November 2026. Candidates should carefully check the official notification for the prescribed sports disciplines, sports achievement requirements, educational qualification, age limit and other eligibility conditions before applying. CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Overview Particular Details Organization Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Ministry Ministry of Home Affairs Recruitment CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No. R.II-21/2026-Sports Post Name Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD) Total Vacancies 521 Head Constable (GD) 182 Constable (GD) 339 Application Mode Online Application Start Date 12 October 2026 Last Date to Apply 11 November 2026 Correction Window 12–14 November 2026 Job Location All India Official Website rect.crpf.gov.in CRPF Sports Quota Vacancy 2026 The CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 includes a total of 521 posts. Head Constable (GD) – 182 Posts Male: 150 Posts Female: 32 Posts Constable (GD) – 339 Posts Male: 258 Posts Female: 81 Posts Total Male: 408 Posts Female: 113 Posts Total: 521 Posts
Eligibility
CRPF Sports Quota Eligibility 2026 The recruitment is intended for eligible sportspersons who meet the educational, age and sports-achievement requirements prescribed by CRPF. Educational Qualification For Head Constable (General Duty): Candidates should have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University. For Constable (General Duty): Candidates should have passed Matriculation / Class 10th or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board. Candidates should also satisfy the prescribed sports qualification requirements for the discipline in which they are applying. CRPF Sports Quota Sports Qualification Candidates must possess the prescribed sports achievements in the eligible sports disciplines mentioned in the official notification. The qualifying sports achievement period specified for this recruitment is from 30 September 2024 to 30 September 2026. Candidates should carefully check the notification for the specific competition levels, medals, participation requirements and recognized events applicable to their sport. CRPF Sports Quota Age Limit The prescribed age limit is 18 to 23 years as on 1 August 2026. Candidates should have been born between 2 August 2003 and 1 August 2008, subject to the applicable age relaxation rules. Age relaxation is available to eligible candidates as per Government of India / CRPF recruitment rules. CRPF Sports Quota Application Fee The application fee for eligible candidates is: ₹100 for male candidates belonging to UR, OBC and EWS categories. No application fee for female candidates. No application fee for SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen candidates. Candidates should verify the fee requirements in the official notification before submitting the application. How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026? Eligible candidates can apply online through the official CRPF recruitment portal. Visit the official CRPF recruitment website. Open the CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 application link. Complete the registration process using the required details. Log in and fill out the online application form. Select the appropriate post and sports discipline. Enter educational and sports-achievement details. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents. Pay the application fee, if applicable. Review all details carefully. Submit the application form. Download and save the confirmation page/application form for future reference. Candidates should submit only one application for the permitted post as prescribed in the recruitment notification. CRPF Sports Quota Selection Process 2026 The selection process includes the stages prescribed by CRPF for Sports Quota recruitment. The major stages include: Identity and Document Verification Physical Standard Test (PST) Sports Trial Test Detailed Medical Examination (DME) Review Medical Examination (RME), wherever applicable The recruitment does not prescribe a conventional written examination as a selection stage for these Sports Quota posts. Candidates who fail to meet the prescribed requirements at any stage may be disqualified from further participation. CRPF Sports Trial Test Eligible candidates are required to participate in the prescribed sports trial for their respective discipline. The sports trial is qualifying in nature. Candidates must meet the standards prescribed for their particular sport to remain eligible for further stages of recruitment. Candidates should check the official notification for the detailed trial requirements and sports-specific criteria. CRPF Sports Quota Physical Standards Candidates must satisfy the physical standards prescribed by CRPF. The standard height requirement is generally: Male candidates: 170 cm Female candidates: 157 cm Applicable relaxation may be provided to candidates belonging to specified categories or regions according to the recruitment rules. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete physical standards, including applicable chest measurements and relaxations.
Selection Process
CRPF Sports Quota Selection Process 2026 The selection process includes the stages prescribed by CRPF for Sports Quota recruitment. The major stages include: Identity and Document Verification Physical Standard Test (PST) Sports Trial Test Detailed Medical Examination (DME) Review Medical Examination (RME), wherever applicable
How to apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official CRPF recruitment portal. Visit the official CRPF recruitment website. Open the CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 application link. Complete the registration process using the required details. Log in and fill out the online application form. Select the appropriate post and sports discipline. Enter educational and sports-achievement details. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents. Pay the application fee, if applicable. Review all details carefully. Submit the application form. Download and save the confirmation page/application form for future reference.v