BSF Constable GD Recruitment 2025: Apply Now for 241 Posts under Sports Quota! 🚀

BSF Constable GD Recruitment 2025

241 Posts

BSF/SportsQuota/ConstableGD/2025

The Border Security Force (BSF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has invited online applications from meritorious sports persons for the post of Constable (General Duty) in Group “C” under Sports Quota. Both male and female candidates from across India are eligible. This is an exceptional opportunity for athletes with outstanding records at national or international level competitions.

Selected candidates will be governed by the BSF Act 1968 and BSF Rule 1969, with all-India liability and the possibility of posting abroad. The post is non-gazetted and non-ministerial, offered temporarily, likely to be permanent.

EventDate
Application Begins25/07/2025 at 00:01 AM
Last Date to Apply20/08/2025 at 11:59 PM
Admit Card ReleaseTo be notified
Examination DateAs per the selection process

💰 Application Fee

CategoryFee (INR)
General/EWS/OBC₹147.20
SC/ST/PH/WomenExempted

Mode of Payment: Online payment through the BSF Recruitment Website only. Other modes will not be accepted.

📌 Post Name:

Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota

💸 Pay Scale:

Level-3 ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 as per the 7th CPC pay matrix, with other applicable central government allowances.

🔢 Total Vacancies:

241 Posts across multiple sports disciplines. Here’s a snapshot of key sports:

DisciplineEvents (Male & Female)Total Vacancies
Athletics800m, Steeplechase, Jump, Throw6
Boxing48 kg to 63kg8
Shooting.22 Rifle, Air Pistol, etc.5
SwimmingFreestyle, Butterfly, Backstroke10
KabaddiMale/Female categories12
Weightlifting45 kg to 73kg8
HockeyMen’s/Women’s teams15
FootballVarious positions27
VolleyballMale/Female positions15

A complete list of disciplines is available in the official notification.

🎓 Educational Qualification

  • Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board.

🎯 Sports Qualification

  • Participation or medals in International/National level competitions from 21/08/2023 to 20/08/2025.
  • Must be a playing member of the team (for team events).
  • Only the highest medal/position in the last 2 years will be considered for scoring.

📏 Age Limit and Relaxation

  • Age: 18 to 23 years as of 01/08/2025

🎉 Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxation
SC/ST5 years
OBC (NCL)3 years
Departmental Candidates (UR/SC/ST/OBC)Up to 5 years additional, based on category
Proof RequiredOriginal certificates as per annexures

Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation: 01/08/2025. Only the Matriculation certificate will be accepted for age verification.

Eligible candidates must apply online only via the BSF Recruitment portal: 👉 https://rectt.bsf.gov.in

Detailed Steps:

  1. Register on the portal using a valid email and mobile number.
  2. Create a profile and upload sports certificates before applying.
  3. Fill in required personal, educational, and sports details.
  4. Upload scanned copies of required documents.
  5. Pay the applicable application fee online only.
  6. Submit the form and take a printout of the application for future reference.

⛔ No offline applications will be accepted.

  • Matriculation Certificate
  • Sports Certificate (Annexure-VII/VIII format only)
  • Caste Certificate (Annexure-III/IV)
  • OBC Non-Creamy Layer Declaration (Annexure-IV(A))
  • Certificate for Relaxation in Height/Chest (Annexure-V)
  • Government Service NOC (Annexure-II)
  • Valid Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID/Passport/Driving License)
  • 4 Passport-Size Photos
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Rejection Slip & Medical Fitness Certificate (if applying for RME – Annexure-VI)

🟢 Step-by-Step Procedure:

  1. Scrutiny of Documents and Online Profile
    • Candidates securing a minimum of 12 marks from sports achievements will proceed to the next stage.
    • Marks are awarded as per the type of medal and level of competition (refer to Para 4b(iii) in the notification).
  2. Documentation & Biometric Verification
    • Original certificates verified.
    • Submission of attested photocopies.
    • Biometric capture and identity verification.
  3. Physical Standard Test (PST)
    • Height, Chest (for males), Weight as per standards.
    • Relaxations available for specific categories (Garhwali, Dogra, ST, etc.)
  4. Merit List Preparation
    • Based on the highest sports achievement.
    • Tie-breaking is based on medal level, age, and name order.
  5. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
    • As per the latest MHA guidelines.
    • Candidates declared unfit can appeal for a Review Medical Examination (RME).
  6. Final Selection
    • Subject to merit, physical standards, and medical fitness.
  • Only the prescribed formats for certificates (Annexures) will be accepted.
  • Female candidates must declare pregnancy status before PST.
  • Candidates will be required to serve a minimum of 10 years in a BSF post appointment.
  • BSF is not liable for postal delay, internet issues, or personal injuries during the recruitment process.
  • No TA/DA is provided for attending recruitment.
  • Beware of fraud: Recruitment is free of corruption and purely based on merit. Report any misconduct to the authorities.
  • All disputes fall under the jurisdiction of the Delhi Courts.
  • Physical Training is mandatory post-appointment.

Can I apply offline for this post?

No. Only online applications through https://rectt.bsf.gov.in are accepted.

I won multiple medals in the same event. Will all count?

No. Only the highest medal/position in that particular event will be considered for scoring.

I’m currently employed in the government. Can I apply?

Yes, but you must submit a valid No Objection Certificate at the time of documentation.

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