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Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26

Railway Recruitment Cell - 50 Posts in Various Sports Categories

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Total Posts

50 Vacancies

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Last Date

09/10/2025

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Application Fee

₹250-500

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Selection

Sports Trial

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Age Limit

18-25 Years

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Job Notification Overview

📋 Recruitment Overview

Eastern Railway invites online applications from eligible Indian sportspersons for 50 posts across various sports categories under Sports Quota recruitment for 2025-26. This recruitment covers Group 'C' and erstwhile Group 'D' positions with different pay scales as per 7th Pay Commission.

Organization: Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway, Kolkata
Notification Number: RRC/ER/Sports Quota/(Open Advertisement)/2025-26
Official Website: www.rrcer.org

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Total Posts

12

Sports Categories

3

Pay Levels

18-25

Age Range (Years)

📅 Important Dates

Event	Date & Time	Status
Notification Publication	03/09/2025	✅ Completed
Online Application Opens	10/09/2025 at 10:00 AM	✅ Open
Online Application Closes	09/10/2025 at 6:00 PM	⏰ Ongoing
Field Trial Date	December/January 2025 onwards	📅 Tentative
E-Call Letter Download	20 days before trials	🔜 To be announced

👥 Post-wise Vacancy Details

Category 1: Level 4/5 (GP ₹2400/2800) - 5 Posts
Sports	Gender	Speciality/Events	Posts
Archery	M & W	Recurve/Compound	01
Athletics	W	100m/200m/800m/1500m/10000m/Triple Jump/High Jump	02
Swimming	M	Freestyle/Breaststroke/Backstroke/Butterfly (50m/100m/200m)	01
Swimming	W	Freestyle/Breaststroke/Backstroke/Butterfly (50m/100m/200m)	01

Category 2: Level 2/3 (GP ₹1900/2000) - 12 Posts
Sports	Gender	Speciality/Events	Posts
Archery	M & W	Recurve/Compound	01
Athletics	W	100m/200m/800m/1500m/10000m/Triple Jump/High Jump	02
Badminton	M	All Events	01
Badminton	W	All Events	01
Basketball	W	Point Guard/Forward/Post	01
Kabaddi	W	Left Raider/All Rounder	01
Kabaddi	M	All Rounder/Right Raider/Right Cover/Left Cover/Right Corner/Left Corner	01
Volleyball	M	Attacker/Blocker/Setter/Universal	01
Volleyball	W	Attacker/Blocker/Universal	01
Table Tennis	M	All Events	01
Table Tennis	W	All Events	01

Category 3: Level 1 (GP ₹1800) - 33 Posts
Sports	Gender	Speciality/Events	Posts
Athletics	W	100m/200m/800m/1500m/10000m/Triple Jump/High Jump	01
Basketball	W	Point Guard/Forward/Post	02
Cricket	M	Fast Bowler/Medium Pace Bowler cum Batter/Batter cum Bowler/Spinner/Allrounder	02
Cricket	W	Medium Pacer/Batter Allrounder/Spinner Allrounder	03
Football	M	Goal Keeper/Centre Back/Side Back/Wing Half/Striker	06
Hockey	M	Goal Keeper/Full Back/Midfielder/Forward	06
Kabaddi	W	Left Raider/Allrounder	02
Kabaddi	M	Allrounder/Right Raider/Right Cover/Left Cover/Right Corner/Left Corner	03
Swimming	M	Freestyle/Breaststroke/Backstroke/Butterfly (50m/100m/200m)	01
Swimming	W	Freestyle/Breaststroke/Backstroke/Butterfly (50m/100m/200m)	01
Volleyball	M	Attacker/Blocker/Setter/Universal	03
Volleyball	W	Attacker/Blocker/Universal	03

✅ Eligibility Criteria

🎂 Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 25 Years
• Age Reckoning Date: 01/01/2026
• Age Relaxation: Not Applicable

Note: Candidates must upload Age Proof Certificate (10th Certificate/Admit Card) with online application.

🎓 Educational Qualification

• Level 4/5: Graduation
• Level 2/3: 12th/10th+ITI
• Level 1: 10th/ITI/NAC
• Relaxation: Not Permitted

Note: Educational qualifications must be from Government recognized Board/University/Institution.

🏅 Sports Norms

Level 4/5:

• Represented country in Olympic Games
• 3rd position in World Cup/Championships
• 3rd position in Asian Games/Commonwealth Games

Level 2/3:

• Country representation in major tournaments
• 3rd position in National Championships
• State representation with specific rankings

Level 1:

• State representation in National Championships
• 8th position in Senior National Championships
• Specific rankings in individual sports

🏥 Medical Standard

• Medical Fitness: Mandatory
• Medical Authority: Railway Medical
• Standard: As per Post
• Stage: After Selection

Note: Candidates must be declared medically fit by Railway Medical Authority for the offered post.

🏆 Selection Process & Procedure

1

Online Application

2

Document Verification

3

Sports Trial

4

Medical Examination

5

Final Selection

📊 Marks Distribution (Total: 100 Marks)

Component	Maximum Marks	Details
Sports Achievement Assessment	50 Marks	Based on certificates and sports norms
Game Skill & Physical Fitness	40 Marks	Performance in trials (Min 25 marks to qualify)
Educational Qualification	10 Marks	Based on minimum/higher qualifications

✅ Minimum Qualifying Marks

Category	Minimum Marks	Pay Level
Level 4 & 5	70 Marks	GP ₹2400/2800
Level 2 & 3	65 Marks	GP ₹1900/2000
Level 1	60 Marks	GP ₹1800

💰 Application Fee Structure

₹500

General/OBC/EWS (Male)

₹400 refundable to eligible candidates who appear in trials

₹250

SC/ST/Women/Minorities/EBC

Full amount refundable to eligible candidates who appear in trials

Payment Method: Online payment only (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

Note: Cash/Cheque/DD/Money Order not accepted

📝 How to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Website: Go to www.rrcer.org and click on "Online/E-Application for Sports Quota /2025-26" link.
2. New Registration: Click on "New Registration" and fill personal information (Name, Father's name, Date of Birth, Community, Email ID, Mobile number).
3. Login with Credentials: Use Registration number and password sent via Email/SMS to login to the application portal.
4. Fill Application Form: Complete all sections of the application form with accurate details of personal information, educational qualification, and sports achievements.
5. Upload Documents: Scan and upload Photograph, Signature, LTI, Age Proof, Educational Certificates, Sports Achievement Certificates, Community Certificate (if applicable).
6. Pay Application Fee: Make online payment of application fee using Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI payment.
7. Submit Application: Review all details carefully and submit the application. Take printout of submitted application for future reference.
8. Note Registration Number: Save the unique registration number generated after successful submission for all future correspondence.

📄 Documents Required

📸 Image Documents

• Color Passport Size Photograph (35mm X 45mm, JPG format, 20-50KB)
• Signature in Black Ink (50mm X 20mm, JPG format, 10-40KB)
• Left Thumb Impression (LTI) (50mm X 20mm, JPG format, 10-40KB)

🎓 Educational Documents

• 10th Class Certificate (Age Proof)
• 12th Class Certificate (for Level 2/3)
• Graduation Certificate (for Level 4/5)
• ITI Certificate (if applicable)
• Professional Course Certificates

🏅 Sports Documents

• Sports Achievement Certificates
• Participation Certificates
• Performance Certificates
• Federation Issued Certificates
• Ranking Certificates

🆔 Identity Documents

• Aadhar Card
• PAN Card
• Driving License
• Voter ID Card
• Community Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Income Certificate (EBC/EWS)

📚 Syllabus & Recruitment Process

📖 No Written Examination - Sports Trial Based

This recruitment is purely based on Sports Trials, Sports Achievements Assessment, and Educational Qualifications. There is no written examination or traditional syllabus.

🏋️ Sports Trial Assessment Areas

Assessment Component	Details	Evaluation Criteria
Game Skills	Sport-specific technical skills demonstration	Technique, accuracy, consistency
Physical Fitness	Endurance, strength, speed, agility	Performance in fitness tests
Coach's Observation	Overall performance, potential, teamwork	Professional assessment by expert coaches
Team Suitability	Capability to strengthen Railway teams	Performance equivalent to All India Railway Championships

📋 Preparation Guidelines

• 🏃 Physical Preparation: Maintain peak physical condition in your sport
• ⚽ Technical Skills: Practice sport-specific techniques and skills
• 🎯 Performance Standards: Aim for performance equivalent to 3rd place in All India Railway Championships
• 📜 Document Preparation: Ensure all sports certificates are valid and complete
• 🧘 Mental Preparation: Develop confidence and competitive mindset

⚠️ Important Instructions

📝 Application Guidelines

• Fill application form carefully - no changes allowed after submission
• Upload all documents in prescribed format and size
• Keep same photograph for all stages of recruitment
• Maintain active email ID and mobile number
• Apply well before last date to avoid technical issues

🏆 Sports Achievements

• Sports achievements must be from recognized federations
• Achievements should be within current/previous 2 financial years
• Only achievements on/after 01/04/2023 are valid
• Certificates must be from appropriate authorities
• Upload separate certificates for each achievement

🔒 General Conditions

• No relaxation in age limit or educational qualification
• No reservation for any specific community
• Selected candidates must accept posting anywhere in Eastern Railway
• 5-year service bond required after appointment
• Candidates must bring own kit for sports trials

⚖️ Legal Information

• Impersonation leads to lifetime debarment
• False information results in disqualification
• Forged documents lead to 2-year debarment
• Legal jurisdiction: CAT Kolkata
• No TA/DA for trials and document verification

📞 Contact Information

Railway Recruitment Cell
Eastern Railway
56, C. R. Avenue, Kolkata – 700 012

Official Website: www.rrcer.org
Help Line: Check official website for contact numbers
Email: Available on official website

Office Hours: Monday to Friday (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Holiday Information: Check official website

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