RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 64 Sportsperson Posts
Organization: Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway (RRC/WR) – Ministry of Railways, Government of India
Post Name: Sportspersons under Sports Quota (Level 5/4, 3/2 & Level 1)
Total Vacancies: 64
Pay Scale: Level 5/4, 3/2 & Level 1 (7th Pay Commission) – Salary approx. Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 28,000 per month
Qualification: 10th / 12th / Graduate (varies by pay level)
Age Limit: 18 – 25 years (as on 01-01-2027)
Application Fee: Rs. 500 (General) / Rs. 250 (SC/ST/Ex-SM/PwD/Women/Minorities/EBC)
Last Date: 30 September 2026 (6:00 PM)
Apply Mode: Online at rrc-wr.com
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – 64 Sportsperson Posts
The Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway (RRC/WR) has released Employment Notice No. RRC/WR/01/2026 for recruitment of 64 sportspersons under Sports Quota for the year 2026-27. The online application process will start from 1st September 2026 at 10:00 AM and will close on 30th September 2026 at 6:00 PM at rrc-wr.com.
The vacancies are spread across Level 5/4, Level 3/2 (Group C), and Level 1 (erstwhile Group D) in various sports disciplines including Athletics, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Gymnastics, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Swimming, Diving, Boxing, Body Building, Cycling, Handball, Kho-Kho, Powerlifting, Volleyball, Water Polo, and Ball Badminton. There is no reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD & Ex-Servicemen in this Sports Quota recruitment.
The selection will be based on a Sports Trial evaluating game skill, physical fitness, and coach's observation (40 marks), recognized sports achievements (50 marks), and educational qualification (10 marks) for a total of 100 marks. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks ranging from 60 to 70 out of 100 depending on the pay level applied for.
Key Details at a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway (RRC/WR) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Employment Notice No. | RRC/WR/01/2026 (Sports Quota) |
| Recruitment Type | Open Advertisement – Sports Quota 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 64 |
| Job Location | Western Railway (Mumbai & other stations) |
| Official Website | rrc-wr.com |
Who Should Apply for RRC WR Sports Quota 2026?
This recruitment is ideal for sportspersons who have represented their state or country in recognized sports championships and are looking for railway jobs through sports quota. Candidates between 18 and 25 years of age with eligibility in sports like Athletics, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Gymnastics, Weightlifting, Wrestling, and other disciplines should apply. The recruitment offers Group C and erstwhile Group D posts with pay levels ranging from Level 1 to Level 5/4 under the 7th Pay Commission.
Ideal Candidates Include:
- Sportspersons who represented country in Olympic Games, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, or World Championships
- Medal winners in National Championships (Senior/Youth/Junior)
- State-level athletes with recognized sports achievements
- Graduates (for Level 5/4 posts), 12th pass (for Level 3/2), and 10th pass (for Level 1)
- Active sportspersons with achievements between 01-04-2024 and 27-08-2026
Why Apply?
- 64 vacancies across multiple sports disciplines
- Railway job with 7th Pay Commission benefits
- No written exam – selection based on sports trial and achievements
- Application fee refund of Rs. 400/Rs. 250 for eligible candidates who appear in trial
- Posting anywhere on Western Railway with transfer liability
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Key Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 27 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 01 September 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 September 2026 at 6:00 PM |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2027 |
| Sports Achievement Validity Window | 01 April 2024 to 27 August 2026 |
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 64 vacancies are available across three pay levels. The highest number of vacancies (43) is at Level 1, followed by 16 vacancies at Level 3/2 and 5 vacancies at Level 5/4. The vacancies are distributed across 20+ sports disciplines for both men and women.
Pay Level-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Pay Level | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | Group C | 5 |
| Level 3/2 | Group C | 16 |
| Level 1 | Erstwhile Group D | 43 |
| Total | 64 |
Level 5/4 (7th PC) – 5 Posts
| Sports Discipline | Event/Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics (Men) | 100M, 200M, 800M, Decathlon, Shot Put | 1 |
| Gymnastics (Men) | All Rounder, Floor Exercise, Pommel Horse, Still Rings, Vault, Parallel Bars, Horizontal Bar | 1 |
| Hockey (Women) | Striker, Midfielder, All Rounder | 1 |
| Weightlifting (Men) | 71kg, 88kg, 110kg | 1 |
| Wrestling (Men) Free Style | 57kg, 79kg, 86kg, 92kg | 1 |
Level 3/2 (7th PC) – 16 Posts
| Sports Discipline | Event/Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics (Men) | 100M, 200M, 800M, Decathlon, Shot Put | 1 |
| Athletics (Women) | 100M, 200M, 400M, 800M, 3000M Steeplechase | 1 |
| Cricket (Men) | All Rounder, Fast Bowler, Batsman | 2 |
| Cricket (Women) | Spin Bowling All-rounder, Pace Bowler | 2 |
| Diving (Men) | 1m Spring Board, 3m Spring Board, High Board | 1 |
| Diving (Women) | 1m Spring Board, 3m Spring Board, High Board | 1 |
| Football (Men) | Goal Keeper, Defender, Midfielder | 2 |
| Gymnastics (Men) | All Rounder, Floor Exercise, Pommel Horse, Still Rings, Vault, Parallel Bars, Horizontal Bar | 1 |
| Hockey (Women) | Striker, Midfielder, All Rounder | 1 |
| Powerlifting (Women) | 57kg, Above +84kg | 1 |
| Swimming (Men) | 50m Freestyle, 100m Freestyle | 1 |
| Weightlifting (Men) | 71kg, 88kg, 110kg | 1 |
| Wrestling (Men) Free Style | 57kg, 79kg, 86kg, 92kg | 1 |
Level 1 (7th PC) – 43 Posts
| Sports Discipline | Event/Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics (Men) | 400M Hurdles, High Jump, 10000M | 2 |
| Athletics (Women) | 400M Hurdles, Pole Vault, Shot Put | 2 |
| Ball Badminton (Men) | Front Cum Center, Back Position | 4 |
| Basketball (Men) | All Rounder | 2 |
| Basketball (Women) | All Rounder | 2 |
| Boxing (Men) | 50kg, 70kg, 75kg, Above +90kg | 2 |
| Boxing (Women) | 48kg, 60kg, 70kg, Above +81kg | 2 |
| Body Building (Men) | 55kg, 70kg, 75kg, 90kg, Above +100kg | 2 |
| Cycling (Men) | Individual Time Trial, Criterium Race, Individual Road Race | 2 |
| Hockey (Men) | Defender, Midfielder, Forward | 2 |
| Handball (Men) | Right Wing, Goal Keeper | 2 |
| Handball (Women) | Right Back, Left Back | 2 |
| Kho-Kho (Men) | All Rounder | 4 |
| Kho-Kho (Women) | All Rounder | 2 |
| Powerlifting (Men) | 66kg, 74kg, 93kg, 120kg | 3 |
| Swimming (Men) | 400m Individual Medley, 200m Butterfly | 1 |
| Volleyball (Women) | Setter, Blocker, Libero, Attacker, All-Rounder | 3 |
| Water Polo (Men) | All Rounder | 2 |
| Weightlifting (Women) | 63kg, 86kg, Above +86kg | 2 |
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility depends on the pay level applied for. Educational qualification is assessed as on the date of closure of application (30 September 2026). Candidates awaiting final examination results are NOT eligible.
Educational Qualification by Pay Level
| Pay Level | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University |
| Level 3/2 | Passed 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent from a recognized Board OR Matriculation plus Act Apprenticeship OR Matriculation plus ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT |
| Level 1 | 10th Pass from a recognized Board OR ITI or equivalent OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT |
Age Limit
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 25 years |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2027 |
| Eligible Date of Birth Range | Born between 01-01-2002 and 01-01-2009 (both days inclusive) |
Sports Achievement Eligibility Norms
Only sportspersons who acquired eligibility norms in championships held between 01-04-2024 and 27-08-2026, and who are currently active, are eligible. The concluding day of the championship/event determines validity.
| Pay Level | Minimum Sports Norms Required |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | Represented the country in Olympic Games (Senior) OR at least 3rd position in World Cup (Junior/Youth/Senior) OR World Championships (Junior/Senior) OR Asian Games (Senior) OR Commonwealth Games (Senior) OR Youth Olympics OR Champions Trophy (Hockey) OR Thomas/Uber Cup (Badminton) |
| Level 3/2 | Represented the country in World Cup/World Championships/Asian Games/Commonwealth Games/Youth Olympics/Champions Trophy/Thomas-Uber Cup, OR at least 3rd position in Commonwealth Championship, Asian Championship/Asia Cup, South Asian Federation Games, USIC Championship, or World University Games, OR at least 3rd position in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships, OR at least 3rd position in National Games, OR 1st position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior) |
| Level 1 | Represented in Commonwealth Championship/Asian Championship/South Asian Federation Games/USIC Championship/World University Games, OR at least 3rd position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior), OR represented a State/equivalent unit with at least 8th position in Senior National Championships |
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 refunded to those found eligible who appear in trial |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwD / Women / Minorities / EBC | Rs. 250 | Fully refunded to those found eligible who appear in trial |
- Fee must be paid online through the payment gateway integrated with the application
- Payment methods: Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI
- Applications without fee payment will be summarily rejected
- No edits are allowed after payment
- Minorities means Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis) and Jains
- EBC means family income below Rs. 50,000 per annum with income certificate (Annexure-B)
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
All eligible candidates are called for a Sports Trial. Only candidates securing 25 or more out of 40 marks for game skill, physical fitness, and coach's observations are declared FIT and assessed further by the Recruitment Committee. Candidates declared NOT FIT are not assessed further.
Marks Distribution
| Description | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Recognized sports achievements (as per norms) | 50 |
| Game skill, physical fitness & coach's observation during trial | 40 |
| Educational Qualification | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Pay Level | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | 70 marks |
| Level 3/2 | 65 marks |
| Level 1 | 60 marks |
Selection Stages
- Online application at rrc-wr.com
- Verification of eligibility and documents
- Sports Trial assessment
- Final merit based on total marks out of 100
- Medical Fitness Test
Important Points
- No TA/DA/accommodation for trial
- Candidates must bring own kit and 4 passport-size photographs
- May need to stay 2-3 days at own arrangement
- Offer of appointment purely on merit
- Service Bond of 5 years required at appointment
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
The application process is completely online. Candidates must apply through the official portal rrc-wr.com. No offline applications are accepted.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Step 1: Visit the official website rrc-wr.com
- Step 2: Log on to the RRC/WR online application portal and fill in personal details/bio-data carefully
- Step 3: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Card number (or 28-digit Aadhaar Enrolment ID if not yet received)
- Step 4: Fill in educational qualification and sports achievement details, mentioning specific position/event/discipline
- Step 5: Upload scanned photograph (3.5cm x 3.5cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20-70 KB) without cap or sunglasses
- Step 6: Upload scanned signature (3.5cm x 2.5cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20-30 KB), not in block/capital or disjoined letters
- Step 7: Pay the applicable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway
- Step 8: Note the Registration Number generated on submission for future reference
- Step 9: Take a printout of the application – it must be produced at the time of the Selection Trial
Important Instructions
- A separate application with separate fee is required for each discipline and each pay level
- Multiple applications for a single discipline with differing particulars will be summarily rejected
- A single application for two or more events/games will be rejected
- Name, father's name, and date of birth must exactly match across educational and sports certificates
- Any name change must be supported by a Gazette Notification predating the online application
- Candidates must keep mobile number and e-mail ID active throughout the recruitment process
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Important Conditions
- Original documents (date of birth, educational qualification, sports achievement) must be produced on the day of trial
- Certificates in languages other than English/Hindi require an attested translation
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere on Western Railway and are liable for transfer
- Selected male candidates are liable for active service in the Railway Engineers Unit of the Territorial Army
- Appointment is subject to passing the requisite Medical Fitness Test
- Candidates already employed in PSU/Government must produce No Objection Certificate at trial
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate
- RRC/WR has not appointed any agent or coaching centre – beware of touts and fraudulent job offers
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
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- Apply Online - rrc-wr.com
- Official Website - rrc-wr.com
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RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
It is a recruitment drive by the Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway (RRC/WR) to fill 64 sportspersons posts under Sports Quota for the year 2026-27 across Level 5/4, 3/2, and Level 1 pay levels in various sports disciplines.
A total of 64 vacancies are available – 5 in Level 5/4, 16 in Level 3/2 (Group C), and 43 in Level 1 (erstwhile Group D) across 20+ sports disciplines.
The last date to apply online is 30 September 2026 at 6:00 PM. Online applications open on 01 September 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Level 5/4 requires Graduate, Level 3/2 requires 12th pass or ITI, and Level 1 requires 10th pass or ITI/NAC. Sports achievement norms must also be met for the respective pay level.
Minimum 18 years, maximum 25 years as on 01 January 2027. Candidates born between 01-01-2002 and 01-01-2009 (both days inclusive) are eligible.
No, there is no reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD & Ex-Servicemen in this Sports Quota recruitment.
Rs. 500 for general candidates (Rs. 400 refundable) and Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Ex-SM/PwD/Women/Minorities/EBC (fully refundable). Refund is applicable for candidates found eligible who actually appear in the trial.
Selection is based on a Sports Trial (40 marks for game skill/fitness, 50 marks for sports achievements, 10 marks for education) totaling 100 marks. Minimum qualifying marks range from 60-70 depending on pay level.
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