Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway has officially released the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026–27 notification for 59 Group C & Level-1 (Erstwhile Group D) vacancies across various divisions and units of Central Railway. Eligible Indian sportspersons can apply online through the official RRC Central Railway recruitment portal.
Verification Status: ✅ Verified Genuine
I cross-checked the notification on the official Railway Recruitment Cell (Central Railway) website. The recruitment notification is genuine, the online application link is active, and applications are currently being accepted.
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway
- Recruitment: Sports Quota Recruitment 2026–27
- Post Name: Group C & Level-1 (Erstwhile Group D)
- Total Vacancies: 59
- Job Location: Central Railway Divisions & Units
- Application Mode: Online
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 13 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM) |
These dates are confirmed in the official recruitment notification.
Vacancy Details
| Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | 5 |
| Level 3/2 | 16 |
| Level 1 (Erstwhile Group D) | 38 |
| Total | 59 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification according to the pay level:
- Level 5/4: Graduation in any discipline.
- Level 3/2: 12th Pass or equivalent.
- Level 1: 10th Pass / ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (as prescribed).
Candidates must also possess the required recognized sports achievements mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
Age is calculated as per the official notification. No relaxation beyond the prescribed Sports Quota rules.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Sports Trial
- Assessment of Sports Achievements
- Educational Qualification Assessment
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing in trials) |
| SC / ST / Women / Minorities / EBC / PwBD | ₹250 (Fully refundable after appearing in trials) |
Sports Disciplines
Recruitment is being conducted for eligible sportspersons in various recognized disciplines as listed in the official notification. Candidates should refer to the notification for discipline-wise vacancies and achievement criteria.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the applicable Railway Pay Level along with Central Government allowances and benefits.
Why Join Central Railway?
- Central Government Railway Job
- Permanent Employment
- Attractive Salary & Allowances
- Railway Medical Facilities
- Pension & Retirement Benefits (as applicable)
- Excellent Career Growth
- Opportunity for Outstanding Sportspersons
Official Notification (Verified)
Official Notification (English):
https://www.rrccr.com → Sports Quota Recruitment 2026–27 → View/Download Notification (English)
✅ Verified and available on the official RRC Central Railway website.
Official Apply Link (Verified)
Official Recruitment Portal:
Direct Apply Path:
Home → Sports Quota Recruitment 2026–27 → Apply Online
✅ Link Status: Verified and working. Online applications are open from 15 July 2026 (10:00 AM) to 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM) through the official RRC Central Railway recruitment portal.