CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars |
Details |
| Organization |
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
| Post Names |
Head Constable (GD) & Constable (GD) under Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancies |
521 Posts (HC: 182 | CT: 339) |
| Pay Scale |
HC (GD): Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100/-)
CT (GD): Pay Level-3 (Rs. 21,700 – 69,100/-)
|
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Application Window |
23rd September 2026 to 11th November 2026 |
| Official Website |
crpf.gov.in |
Post-Wise & Category Vacancy Distribution
| Post Cadre |
Male Seats |
Female Seats |
Total Seats |
Pay Scale |
| Head Constable (General Duty) |
150 |
32 |
182 |
Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) |
| Constable (General Duty) |
265 |
74 |
339 |
Level-3 (Rs. 21,700 – 69,100) |
| Total |
415 |
106 |
521 |
Central Pay Matrix |
Sports Disciplines Covered (22 Disciplines)
Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo - 60 posts), Athletics (Track & Field - 48 posts), Archery (12 posts), Badminton (6 posts), Basketball (16 posts), Bodybuilding (11 posts), Boxing (20 posts), Football (22 posts), Gymnastics (8 posts), Handball (14 posts), Hockey (24 posts), Judo (18 posts), Kabaddi (16 posts), Karate (10 posts), Shooting (18 posts), Taekwondo (12 posts), Volleyball (18 posts), Weightlifting (22 posts), Wrestling (Free Style & Greco Roman - 30 posts), Wushu (15 posts), Rowing/Kayaking/Canoeing (20 posts), and Equestrian (12 posts).
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification:
- Head Constable (General Duty): 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized State or Central Board of Education. (Equivalent Army qualification accepted for Ex-Army personnel).
- Constable (General Duty): Matriculation (Class 10) pass or equivalent from a recognized Board.
2. Sports Achievements / Qualifications:
- Represented the Country in recognized International Competitions / Meets with clearance of the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports; OR
- Represented a State / UT in the Senior or Junior National Championships / National Games organized by recognized National Sports Federations; OR
- Represented University in Inter-University Tournaments organized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU); OR
- Won medals / positions up to 3rd place in National School Games organized by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI); OR
- Won medals / positions up to 3rd place in Khelo India Youth Games / Khelo India University Games / Khelo India Winter Games.
- Sports achievements must have been attained between 1st January 2024 and 11th November 2026.
Age Limit & Relaxations
Candidates must be between 18 and 23 years of age as on 1st August 2026 (born between 02.08.2003 and 01.08.2008, both dates inclusive).
| Category |
Upper Age Relaxation |
| Unreserved (UR) / EWS Sportspersons |
5 Years (Up to 28 years) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) |
8 Years (Up to 31 years) |
| SC / ST Sportspersons |
10 Years (Up to 33 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) |
8 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) |
11 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) |
13 Years |
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| Male Candidates (General, OBC, EWS) |
Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST Candidates |
Nil (Exempted) |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) |
Nil (Exempted) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) |
Nil (Exempted) |
Payment Mode: Online through Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI via the recruitment payment gateway.
Selection Process
- Documentation Verification: Scrutiny of educational, age, and sports certificates.
- Physical Standard Test (PST): Height, chest, and weight measurements as per central armed police forces norms.
- Sports Trial & Skill Assessment: Evaluation of playing ability and tactical skill in the respective sport (50 Marks, qualifying minimum 30 Marks).
- Merit Ranking: Combined evaluation based on marks assigned to sports certificates and trial performance.
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Review Medical Examination (RME).
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Opening Date for Online Application |
23rd September 2026 (09:00 AM) |
| Closing Date for Online Application |
11th November 2026 (23:59 PM) |
| PST & Sports Trials Schedule |
To be announced on CRPF portal |
Important Web Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the minimum qualification required for CRPF Constable under Sports Quota?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized education board and have participated in recognized state, national, or international sports tournaments.
What is the upper age limit for General category sportspersons?
The standard age limit is 18 to 23 years, with a special relaxation of 5 years for Unreserved sportspersons, allowing candidates up to 28 years of age to apply.
Are female sportspersons eligible to apply?
Yes, 106 vacancies across Head Constable (32 seats) and Constable (74 seats) are specifically reserved for eligible female sportspersons.
