CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 521 Posts
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has invited online applications from eligible male and female sportspersons for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive offers 521 vacancies for Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) posts.
Candidates who meet the educational qualification, age limit, and prescribed sports achievement criteria can submit their applications through the official CRPF recruitment website. The online application process started on 12 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 11 November 2026.
Interested candidates should read the complete recruitment details before applying online.
Important Dates
Event | Recruitment/Post | Date |
|---|---|---|
Notification Release | CRPF Sports Quota 2026 | September 2026 |
Online Application Start | HC/GD and Constable/GD | 12 October 2026 |
Last Date to Apply Online | HC/GD and Constable/GD | 11 November 2026 |
Application Correction Window | Online Application | 12–14 November 2026 |
Application Fee
Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
General / UR Male | ₹100 |
OBC Male | ₹100 |
EWS Male | ₹100 |
Female Candidates | Nil |
SC Candidates | Nil |
ST Candidates | Nil |
Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Payment Mode: Online, using the payment methods.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is generally 18 to 23 years, calculated as on 1 August 2026.
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Minimum Age | 18 Years |
Maximum Age | 23 Years |
Age Calculation Date | 1 August 2026 |
Total Posts and Vacancy Details
Post Name | Male Vacancies | Female Vacancies | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
Head Constable (GD) | 150 | 32 | 182 |
Constable (GD) | 258 | 81 | 339 |
Total Vacancies | 408 | 113 | 521 |
Salary and Pay Scale
Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
Head Constable (GD) | Level 4 | ₹25,500–₹81,100 |
Constable (GD) | Level 3 | ₹21,700–₹69,100 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have passed the 12th standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized board, subject to the conditions prescribed in the official notification.
2. Constable (General Duty)Candidates should have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Sports QualificationApplicants must possess the prescribed sports achievements in an eligible discipline and competition during the period specified in the notification. Sports certificates and supporting documents must meet CRPF's eligibility requirements.
Candidates should carefully check the list of eligible sports, competition levels, medals, participation requirements, and achievement period before applying.
Sports DisciplinesThe recruitment covers eligible sportspersons from the sports disciplines specified in the official notification. Reported disciplines include athletics, aquatics, archery, badminton, basketball, boxing, football, hockey, kabaddi, shooting, wrestling, yoga, and others.
The exact events, disciplines, and competition categories accepted for recruitment must be verified against the official notification.
Physical StandardsCandidates must satisfy the prescribed Physical Standard Test (PST) requirements.
Physical Standard | General Requirement |
|---|---|
Male Height | 170 cm |
Female Height | 157 cm |
Male Chest | 80 cm unexpanded, with at least 5 cm expansion |
Mode of Selection
Identity and Document Verification: Verification of personal details, educational certificates, and sports achievements.
Physical Standard Test (PST): Measurement of height, chest where applicable, and other prescribed physical standards.
Sports Trial: Assessment of the candidate's sporting ability according to the prescribed recruitment criteria.
Medical Examination: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) and, where applicable, Review Medical Examination (RME).
Application Links
| Apply Online | click here |
| Applicant Login | click here to login |
| Download Notification | click notification pdf |
| Official Website | click official site |
