SECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 22 Posts

Total Vacancies

22 Posts (21 Group C + 1 Group D)

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RRC/SECR/01/2026, dated 17/01/2026

Short Description: SECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

South East Central Railway (SECR) has released an official notification for recruitment against the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for 2025-26. A total of 22 vacancies are available across multiple disciplines, including Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Boxing, Weightlifting, Powerlifting, and Lawn Tennis. Eligible Indian sportspersons can apply online between 17 January 2026 and 16 February 2026.

South East Central Railway (SECR) has announced for recruitment against the Sports Quota for 2025-26. Detailed eligibility, terms of reference, and application instructions are available in the SECR Official Notification (PDF) .

Important Dates and Application Fee: SECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

• Application Begins: 17 January 2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply: 16 February 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Admit Card: Available 20 days before the trial date
• Examination/Trial Date: To be notified

Application Fee

• General/EWS/OBC: Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refundable after appearing in trial)
• SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: Rs. 250/- (Rs. 250/- refundable after appearing in trial)
• Mode of Payment: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking

Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale, and Qualification Details

Post Name / Pay Scale / Total Vacancy / Educational Qualification

Pay Level	Discipline	Gender	Event/Position	Vacancies	Qualification
Level 5/4	Archery	Men	Recurve	1	Graduation in any discipline
Level 5/4	Archery	Women	Recurve	1	Graduation in any discipline
Level 5/4	Athletics	Women	20 KM Race Walk	1	Graduation in any discipline
Level 5/4	Badminton	Men		1	Graduation in any discipline
Level 5/4	Boxing	Men	50-55 KG	1	Graduation in any discipline
Level 3/2	Archery	Women	Compound	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Athletics	Men	20 KM Race Walk	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Athletics	Men	200 Mtrs Run	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Athletics	Men	High Jump	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Athletics	Men	10,000 Mtrs Run	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Athletics	Women	200 Mtrs Run	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Badminton	Men		1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Badminton	Women		1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Boxing	Men	85-90 KG	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Boxing	Men	65-70 KG	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Weightlifting	Men	58 KG	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Weightlifting	Women	63 KG	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Powerlifting	Women	52 KG	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Powerlifting	Women	84 KG	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Powerlifting	Women	47 KG	1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 3/2	Lawn Tennis	Men		1	12th Pass / ITI / Apprenticeship
Level 1	Athletics	Women	3000 Mtrs Steeple Chase	1	10th Pass / ITI / NAC

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Age Limit

• Minimum: 15 years
• Maximum: 25 years (as on 01 July 2026)
• Date of Birth must be between 02 July 2001 and 01 July 2008

Age Relaxation

• No relaxation in the lower or upper age limit for any category.

Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation

• 01 July 2026

How to Apply: SECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official SECR website: www.secr.indianrailways.gov.in
2. Navigate to Recruitment → RRC → Sports Quota 2025-26
3. Fill in personal details and the Aadhaar number, and upload the required documents.
4. Pay the application fee online.
5. Apply and note the registration number.
6. Take a printout of the application for future reference.

Documents Required: SECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

• Matriculation/10th Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
• Educational Qualification Certificates
• Sports Achievement Certificates
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST candidates)
• Income Certificate (for EBC candidates)
• Minority Declaration (for minority candidates)
• Aadhaar Card or a valid Government ID
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• Signature in running handwriting

Selection Process: SECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026

1. Trial: Candidates will undergo sports trials (maximum 40 marks). Minimum 25 marks is required to be declared FIT.
2. Assessment of Sports Achievements: Maximum 50 marks.
3. Educational Qualification: Maximum 10 marks.
4. Final Merit: 100 marks total. Minimum qualifying marks:
   1. Level 5/4: 70 marks
   1. Level 3/2: 65 marks
   1. Level 1: 60 marks

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Important Instructions

• Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying for SECR Recruitment 2026.
• Only one application per discipline is allowed.
• The Aadhaar number is mandatory (except in J&K, Meghalaya, and Assam).
• All trials will be video recorded.
• Application fee refund only for candidates appearing in trials.
• Incorrect bank details will lead to the forfeiture of the refund.
• Photograph and signature must meet specifications.

FAQs:

Important Links

• Apply Online
• Official Website

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