The application process for 521 Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD) positions at the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has commenced under the Sports Quota-2026. The recruitment is for meritorious sportspersons for various sports disciplines, including Athletics, Aquatics, Archery, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Football, Hockey, Judo, Kabaddi, Karate, Shooting, Taekwondo, Volleyball, Wrestling, Yoga and other notified sports disciplines. The vacancies include 182 Head Constable (GD) posts and 339 Constable (GD) posts. Candidates interested in applying can submit their applications through the official CRPF recruitment portal between 12 October 2026 and 11 November 2026.
Before submitting their applications, candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limit, sports qualification, physical standards, selection process, salary details, application fee and other important instructions outlined in the official notification.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
CRPF has notified 521 vacancies under Sports Quota-2026, consisting of 182 Head Constable (General Duty) and 339 Constable (General Duty) posts. The posts carry an All India liability and selected candidates may be liable to serve anywhere in India or abroad.
Watch the complete video for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility, salary, sports-wise vacancies, selection process and how to apply.
CRPF Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
1. Constable (GD) – 339 Posts
Salary: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 per month (Pay Level-3).
2. Head Constable (GD) – 182 Posts
Salary: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month (Pay Level-4).
Total Vacancy: 521 Posts.
CRPF Recruitment 2026: Educational Qualification
The educational qualification required for the CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 varies according to the post. Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification from a recognized board or university and must also fulfil the prescribed sports qualification.
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) – Sports Quota | 182 | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board/University recognized by the Central or State Government |
| Constable (GD) – Sports Quota | 339 | Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board |
For CRPF Head Constable GD Recruitment 2026, candidates require 10+2 or equivalent qualification. For CRPF Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, candidates require Matriculation or equivalent qualification. Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification by 11 November 2026.
CRPF Sports Qualification
The recruitment is specifically for meritorious sportspersons who meet the sports achievement/participation criteria mentioned in the official notification. The notification includes eligibility through recognized International Competitions, National Games/Championships, Inter-University competitions, Junior National level competitions and other specified sports events.
For Constable (GD), the notification also includes specified achievements in Senior/Junior National level Games/Championships, National Sports Games for Schools, Khelo India University Games, Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India Winter Games and Inter-University tournaments.
CRPF Discipline wise Vacancy For All the Sports Quota
| Sl. No. | Sports Discipline | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aquatics (Swimming) | 60 |
| 2 | Archery | 3 |
| 3 | Athletics | 101 |
| 4 | Badminton | 5 |
| 5 | Basketball | 16 |
| 6 | Body Building | 11 |
| 7 | Boxing | 20 |
| 8 | Football | 22 |
| 9 | Gymnastics | 12 |
| 10 | Handball | 12 |
| 11 | Hockey | 15 |
| 12 | Judo | 16 |
| 13 | Kabaddi | 27 |
| 14 | Karate | 17 |
| 15 | Shooting | 53 |
| 16 | Taekwondo | 14 |
| 17 | Volleyball | 20 |
| 18 | Water Sports | 20 |
| 19 | Weightlifting | 19 |
| 20 | Wushu | 20 |
| 21 | Wrestling | 26 |
| 22 | Yoga | 12 |
| Total | Total Vacancy | 521 |
CRPF Sports Quota Vacancy Details
| Post | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 150 | 32 | 182 |
| Constable (GD) | 258 | 81 | 339 |
| Total | 408 | 113 | 521 |
The official notification states that the vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease during the recruitment process.
The 521 vacancies are distributed across 22 sports disciplines, including Aquatics, Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Body Building, Boxing, Football, Gymnastics, Handball, Hockey, Judo, Kabaddi, Karate, Shooting, Taekwondo, Volleyball, Water Sports, Weightlifting, Wushu, Wrestling and Yoga.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
For the CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, the basic age requirement is 18 to 23 years as on 01 August 2026. For HC/GD, candidates should not have been born earlier than 02 August 2003 and later than 01 August 2008. The same basic age range is prescribed for CT/GD, subject to applicable age relaxation under the relevant recruitment rules.
| Post Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 23 Years |
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is provided to eligible candidates as specified in the official notification.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Un-reserved Meritorious Sports Person | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 8 Years |
| SC/ST | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 8 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 11 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 13 Years |
The notification specifies that the age relaxation for meritorious sportspersons and other eligible categories is subject to the conditions mentioned in the recruitment rules.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the 7th CPC Pay Matrix applicable to the respective post.
Scale of Pay
| Grade / Scale | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (General Duty) – Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Constable (General Duty) – Level 3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
In addition to the pay scale, the posts carry Dearness Allowance, HRA and other admissible allowances as per Government orders and CRPF rules.
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the application fee as prescribed by CRPF.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Male – UR/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| Female Candidates | Nil |
| SC Candidates | Nil |
| ST Candidates | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The ₹100 application fee is applicable to eligible male candidates belonging to UR, OBC and EWS categories applying for HC/GD or CT/GD under Sports Quota. The fee must be paid through the CRPF recruitment website.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The CRPF Sports Quota Selection Process 2026 consists of identity verification, document verification, Physical Standard Test (PST), Sports Trial Test and Detailed Medical Examination/Review Medical Examination.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Identity Verification | Identity verification including biometric capture |
| Documentation | Verification of original educational, sports, caste, domicile and other required certificates |
| Physical Standard Test (PST) | Candidates must meet prescribed physical standards |
| Sports Trial Test | Sports trial in the respective sports discipline |
| Medical Examination | Detailed Medical Examination/Review Medical Examination |
| Final Selection | Merit based on marks obtained for sports certificates/achievements |
Candidates who qualify the documentation stage are sent for the Physical Standard Test (PST). Candidates who qualify PST then undergo the Sports Trial Test. No marks are awarded for the Sports Trial Test; the marks obtained from sports certificates/achievements determine the merit list.
CRPF Sports Quota Physical Standard Test
The prescribed basic height standard is:
| Candidate | Height |
|---|---|
| Male | 170 cm |
| Female | 157 cm |
Relaxations are available for specified categories. For example, candidates belonging to Assam and certain other specified states/categories have relaxed height standards as mentioned in the notification.
For male candidates, the basic chest standard is 80 cm un-expanded with a minimum expansion of 5 cm. Relaxations are available for specified categories.
How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official CRPF Recruitment Portal. Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official CRPF Recruitment Portal.
- Click on the online application link for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required documents and sports achievement certificate.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Check all details and submit the application form.
- Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
The online application window will open on 12 October 2026 at 09:00 hours and close on 11 November 2026 at 23:59 hours. The application must be submitted online only. Candidates must also upload the required sports certificate/document supporting their highest medal, position or participation.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Online Application Starting Date : 12 October 2026
Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment : 11 November 2026
Correction/Modification in Online Application : 12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026
The official advertisement specifies these dates for the CRPF Sports Quota-2026 recruitment.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Important Links
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Final Note
The CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 offers 521 vacancies for Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD) posts under the Sports Quota. The vacancies include 182 Head Constable (GD) posts and 339 Constable (GD) posts for eligible meritorious sportspersons. Candidates can submit their online applications between 12 October 2026 and 11 November 2026. Candidates should carefully review the prescribed educational qualification, sports qualification, age limit, physical standards, application fee and selection process before applying.
Candidates must possess the required certificates and fulfil all eligibility conditions by the last date of application. The recruitment process includes document verification, Physical Standard Test, Sports Trial Test and medical examination. Candidates should regularly check the CRPF Recruitment website for any updates or changes.
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