Railway Recruitment 2026-27: There is good news for athletes preparing for government jobs in the Railways. South Eastern Railway has announced the recruitment of 54 candidates under the Sports Quota for 2026-27. Athletes from various sports—including athletics, hockey, archery, cricket, football, kabaddi, kho-kho, and volleyball—are eligible to apply.
The vacancies are categorized into Level-4/5, Level-2/3, and Level-1. The selection process will consider academic qualifications, sports achievements, and performance during sports trials. Interested candidates should carefully review their eligibility and the specific requirements for their respective sports in the official notification before applying.
Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | South Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 |
| Recruiting Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Eastern Railway |
| Notification Number | SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 54 |
| Pay Levels | Level-4/5, Level-2/3, and Level-1 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Start Date | October 31, 2026 |
| Application End Date | November 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM |
| Trial Date | To be announced later |
| Official Website | rrcser.co.in |
How many vacancies are there?
A total of 54 vacancies have been designated for this recruitment by South Eastern Railway. The distribution of posts according to pay level is as follows:
Pay Level | Number of Posts
Level-4/Level-5 | 5
Level-2/Level-3 | 16
Level-1 | 33
Total | 54
Level-4 and Level-5: 5 Posts
Sport | Player/Position | Posts
Athletics (Men) | 200m and High Jump | 2
Chess (Men) | Individual | 1
Hockey (Women) | Forward | 1
Table Tennis (Women) | Individual | 1
Total | | 5
Level-2 and Level-3: 16 Posts
Sport | Number of Posts
Athletics (Men) | 4
Archery (Men & Women) | 3
Bodybuilding (Men) | 1
Bridge (Men) | 1
Cycling (Men) | 3
Gymnastics (Women) | 1
Hockey (Men & Women) | 2
Rifle Shooting (Women) | 1
Total | 16
Level-1: 33 Posts
Sport | Number of Posts
Ball Badminton (Men) | 4
Cricket (Men) | 2
Football (Men) | 3
Golf (Men) | 1
Kabaddi (Men & Women) | 8
Kho-Kho (Men) | 6
Volleyball (Men & Women) | 4
Water Polo (Men) | 3
Weightlifting (Men) | 2
Total | 33
What are the required educational qualifications?
The educational qualifications for this recruitment are determined based on the pay level of the post.
Level of Post | Required Qualification
Level-4/Level-5 | Graduate from a recognized university
Level-2/Level-3 | 12th pass, or 10th pass with ITI/apprenticeship (as per prescribed rules)
Level-1 | 10th pass, ITI, or a valid National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualifications for the respective post by the last date for submission of applications. Additionally, it is mandatory to meet the eligibility criteria related to sports achievements and certificates. Age Limit: 18 to 25 years
According to the recruitment details provided, candidates must be at least 18 years old and no more than 25 years old as of January 1, 2027.
The candidate’s date of birth must fall between January 2, 2002, and January 1, 2009.
A 10th-grade mark sheet/certificate or a valid birth certificate may be required as proof of age.
Based on the available information, there is no provision for age relaxation in this recruitment.
Please ensure you verify the rules regarding age limits and relaxations in the official notification before applying.
Eligibility to be determined based on sports achievements
This recruitment is being conducted under the sports quota. Therefore, candidates must possess achievements at a specified level in their respective sport, along with valid certificates. According to the available information, these sports achievements must have been attained on or after April 1, 2024.
Level-4/5: Achievements such as representing the country in the Olympics, winning medals in certain major international competitions, or securing gold medals in specified national-level competitions.
Level-2/3: Participation in or winning medals at international competitions, national championships, National Games, inter-university championships, or other achievements specified for the respective sport.
Level-1: Participation in designated international or national competitions, representing a state/unit, or other achievements specified for the respective sport.
Eligibility criteria may vary depending on the sport and the position. Therefore, before applying, please cross-check your sport and achievements against the conditions outlined in the official notification.
What will the selection process be like?
The selection process for this recruitment will be based on an evaluation of sports achievements, sports trials, and educational qualifications. According to the available recruitment details, the total of 100 marks is distributed as follows:
| Basis of Evaluation | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Sports Achievements | 50 |
| Performance in Sports Trials | 40 |
| Academic Qualifications | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
It is mandatory to secure at least 25 marks in the sports trials. Additionally, the minimum threshold for the total marks varies based on the level of the post:
| Pay Level | Minimum Total Marks |
|---|---|
| Level-4 / Level-5 | 70 |
| Level-2 / Level-3 | 65 |
| Level-1 | 60 |
Final selection will be based on merit, document verification, and compliance with the medical fitness standards prescribed by the Railways. The date for the trials will be announced later.
What is the application fee?
| Category of Candidate | Application Fee | Potential Refund (upon appearing for the trial) |
|---|---|---|
| General and OBC Male Candidates | ₹500 | ₹400 |
| SC/ST, Women, PwD, Ex-servicemen, and other listed categories | ₹250 | ₹250 |
Please verify the final rules regarding fees and refunds by referring to the official notification.
How to apply for the South Eastern Railway recruitment?
Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:
Visit the official website of South Eastern Railway: rrcser.co.in.
Open the link related to the “Sports Quota Open Advertisement 2026-27.”
Click on the “New Registration” option.
