The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway (WR) has released the official notification for Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27. A total of 64 sports quota vacancies are available across Level 5/4, Level 3/2 and Level 1 posts.
Eligible sportspersons can submit their applications online through the official RRC Western Railway website. The online application process starts on 1 September 2026 and the last date to apply is 30 September 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Candidates should carefully check the educational qualification, sports achievement requirements, age limit and discipline-wise vacancies before applying.
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway |
| Advertisement No. | RRC/WR/01/2026 (Sports Quota) |
| Post Name | Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancies | 64 Posts |
| Qualification | Any Graduate, ITI |
| Selection Process | Sports Trial and Merit |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrc-wr.com |
Important Dates
Start Date to Apply
01 September 2026 at 10:00 AM
Last Date to Apply
30 September 2026 at 6:00 PM
Valid Sports Achievement Period
01 April 2024 to 27 August 2026
The dates for the Selection Trial will be announced separately. Candidates should remain prepared to attend the trial at short notice after the application process closes.
RRC WR Sports Quota Vacancy 2026
Western Railway has announced 64 vacancies under the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27.
| Pay Level | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | 05 |
| Level 3/2 | 16 |
| Level 1 | 43 |
| Total | 64 |
Level 5/4 – 5 Vacancies
| Sport | Event / Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics (Men) | 100m, 200m, 800m, Decathlon, Shot Put | 01 |
| Gymnastics (Men) | All Rounder, Floor Exercise, Pommel Horse, Still Rings, Vault, Parallel Bars, Horizontal Bar | 01 |
| Hockey (Women) | Striker, Midfielder, All Rounder | 01 |
| Weightlifting (Men) | 71kg, 88kg, 110kg | 01 |
| Wrestling (Men) | Freestyle – 57kg, 79kg, 86kg, 92kg | 01 |
Level 3/2 – 16 Vacancies
| Sport | Event / Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics (Men) | 100m, 200m, 800m, Decathlon, Shot Put | 01 |
| Athletics (Women) | 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 3000m Steeplechase | 01 |
| Cricket (Men) | All Rounder, Fast Bowler, Batsman | 02 |
| Cricket (Women) | Spin Bowling All-rounder, Pace Bowler | 02 |
| Diving (Men) | 1m, 3m Spring Board, High Board | 01 |
| Diving (Women) | 1m, 3m Spring Board, High Board | 01 |
| Football (Men) | Goal Keeper, Defender, Midfielder | 02 |
| Gymnastics (Men) | Various events | 01 |
| Hockey (Women) | Striker, Midfielder, All Rounder | 01 |
| Powerlifting (Women) | 57kg, Above +84kg | 01 |
| Swimming (Men) | 50m Freestyle, 100m Freestyle | 01 |
| Weightlifting (Men) | 71kg, 88kg, 110kg | 01 |
| Wrestling (Men) | Freestyle – 57kg, 79kg, 86kg, 92kg | 01 |
Level 1 – 43 Vacancies
The Level 1 vacancies are available in Athletics, Ball Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Body Building, Cycling, Hockey, Handball, Kho-Kho, Powerlifting, Swimming, Volleyball, Water Polo and Weightlifting.
| Sport | Posts |
|---|---|
| Athletics (Men) | 02 |
| Athletics (Women) | 02 |
| Ball Badminton (Men) | 04 |
| Basketball (Men) | 02 |
| Basketball (Women) | 02 |
| Boxing (Men) | 02 |
| Boxing (Women) | 02 |
| Body Building (Men) | 02 |
| Cycling (Men) | 02 |
| Hockey (Men) | 02 |
| Handball (Men) | 02 |
| Handball (Women) | 02 |
| Kho-Kho (Men) | 04 |
| Kho-Kho (Women) | 02 |
| Powerlifting (Men) | 03 |
| Swimming (Men) | 01 |
| Volleyball (Women) | 03 |
| Water Polo (Men) | 02 |
| Weightlifting (Women) | 02 |
| Total | 43 |
Important: Vacancy numbers are provisional and may be changed by Western Railway. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the latest discipline-wise details.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility is based on both educational qualification and recognized sports achievements.
Educational Qualification
| Pay Level | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Level 3/2 | 12th (+2) or equivalent; or Matriculation with Act Apprenticeship/NCVT/SCVT-approved ITI |
| Level 1 | 10th Pass, ITI, equivalent qualification or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) |
Age Limit
The candidate must be between 18 and 25 years of age as on 1 January 2027.
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 25 years
- Date of birth should be between 1 January 2002 and 1 January 2009, both dates inclusive.
Candidates should check the official notification for any applicable conditions.
For posts requiring clerical duties, candidates may also have to qualify a typing test of 30 words per minute in English or 25 words per minute in Hindi within the prescribed period.
Sports Achievement Eligibility
Applicants must have obtained the required sports achievement during the specified eligibility period:
1 April 2024 to 27 August 2026
The achievement must be in a recognized championship/event and must satisfy the sports norms prescribed for the relevant pay level.
Level 5/4 Sports Norms
Candidates may qualify through achievements such as:
- Representation of India in the Senior Olympic Games.
- At least third position in recognized World Cup or World Championship events.
- Participation/achievement in Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Youth Olympics or other specified international competitions.
- Specified international achievements in Hockey and Badminton.
Level 3/2 Sports Norms
Eligible achievements include specified participation or medal positions in:
- World Cup and World Championships.
- Asian Games and Commonwealth Games.
- Youth Olympics and other specified international competitions.
- Commonwealth, Asian or South Asian championships.
- Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships.
- National Games.
- All India Inter-University Championships.
- Federation Cup Championships.
Level 1 Sports Norms
Eligible candidates may include sportspersons who have:
- Represented their country in specified recognized championships.
- Secured the required position in Federation Cup Championships.
- Represented a State or equivalent unit in Senior National Championships with the required ranking.
Note: Sports eligibility varies by discipline. Candidates should check the event-specific conditions in the official notification before submitting an application.
Important Sport-Specific Conditions
The notification contains additional conditions for several sports.
For example:
- Athletics: Certain medal-winning performances in recognized national and international championships may qualify.
- Cricket: Specific achievements in Senior, U-23 and U-19 Inter-State, Inter-Zonal and Challenger Trophy competitions may be considered.
- Hockey: Additional eligibility provisions apply to certain international tournaments and National Championships.
- Weightlifting: The revised weight categories effective from 1 June 2025 will apply.
- Wrestling: Specific conditions apply to certificates issued for events conducted by WFI or its affiliates during the specified period.
- Powerlifting, Volleyball and Handball: The notification specifies particular federation and event-date restrictions.
Candidates should not rely only on a general sports qualification. The achievement must match the relevant sport, event/position and pay-level requirements.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Other candidates | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Minorities/EBC | ₹250 |
For eligible candidates who actually appear in the Selection Trial, ₹400 out of the ₹500 fee will be refunded after applicable bank charges.
For candidates paying ₹250, the fee is fully refundable after applicable bank charges, subject to the eligibility and trial-attendance conditions mentioned in the notification.
Payment can be made online using available options such as debit card, credit card, internet banking and UPI.
RRC WR Sports Quota Selection Process
The selection process consists primarily of a Selection Trial followed by assessment on merit.
Marks Distribution
| Selection Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Recognized Sports Achievements | 50 |
| Game Skill, Physical Fitness & Coach’s Observation | 40 |
| Educational Qualification | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Candidates must secure at least 25 out of 40 marks in the trial assessment to be declared FIT. Candidates declared NOT FIT will not be assessed further.
Minimum Overall Marks
| Pay Level | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | 70 |
| Level 3/2 | 65 |
| Level 1 | 60 |
Appointment will be based on merit, subject to fulfillment of all eligibility, medical and document-verification requirements.
If candidates obtain equal marks, preference will be given to the younger candidate.
How to Apply Online
Candidates can follow these steps to submit the RRC Western Railway Sports Quota application:
- Visit the official RRC Western Railway website.
- Open the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 application link.
- Register and enter your personal and educational details.
- Enter the required Aadhaar number or Aadhaar Enrolment ID.
- Enter your sports achievement details carefully, including the sport, event and position.
- Upload the required photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Upload the required educational and sports certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Save the Registration Number and take a printout of the submitted application.
The printed application should be kept safely and produced when required during the Selection Trial.
Photograph and Signature Specifications
Photograph
- Size: 3.5 cm × 3.5 cm
- Format: JPG/JPEG
- Resolution: 100 DPI
- File size: 20–70 KB
- Photograph should be without a cap or sunglasses.
Signature
- Size: 3.5 cm × 2.5 cm
- Format: JPG/JPEG
- Resolution: 100 DPI
- File size: 20–30 KB
- Signature should be clear and written normally, not in block/capital or disjointed letters.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Educational qualification certificate/marksheet.
- Valid sports achievement certificate.
- Date of birth proof.
- Aadhaar Card or Aadhaar Enrolment Slip.
- Applicable caste/community certificate.
- OBC declaration, wherever applicable.
- Minority Community Declaration, wherever applicable.
- EBC income certificate, wherever applicable.
- Other documents specified in the official notification.
Original documents must be produced during the Selection Trial/document verification as required.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Before applying, candidates should keep the following points in mind:
- The application must be submitted online only.
- A separate application and fee are required for each discipline and pay level applied for.
- A single application cannot be used to apply for multiple sports/events.
- Candidate details such as name, father’s name and date of birth should match the supporting certificates.
- Name changes must be supported by the required legal documentation.
- Candidates must keep their registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process.
- Candidates must bring their original documents when called for the trial.
- No TA/DA or accommodation is provided for the Selection Trial.
- Candidates should bring their own sports kit and other items specified by RRC/WR.
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere under Western Railway.
- Appointment is subject to medical fitness and verification of certificates and antecedents.
- Candidates already working in a Government organization or PSU may be required to produce an NOC.
- Selected candidates are required to execute the prescribed 5-year service bond.
- Candidates should beware of fraudulent agents or individuals claiming to guarantee selection.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | View & Download |
| Official Website | rrc-wr.com |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
There are 64 provisional vacancies under the Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27.
The application process starts on 1 September 2026 at 10:00 AM.
The last date to submit the online application is 30 September 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Candidates must be 18 to 25 years old as on 1 January 2027.
Eligible candidates are called for a Selection Trial. The final assessment includes sports achievement, trial performance and educational qualification.
