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Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Government of India, Ministry of Railway, Western Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell, has released a notification for the recruitment of ‘Sports Quota for the year 2026-27’. Western Railway has announced a new recruitment drive for sportspersons under the Sports Quota for 2026-27. The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway, has invited online applications for 64 vacancies, offering opportunities across different pay levels and sporting disciplines.
Western Railway invites ONLINE applications from the eligible sports persons who are citizens of India, for filling up 21 posts of group ‘C’ and 43 post of erstwhile Group ‘D’ postsof the Sports Quota (as in item 2) for the year 2026-27 over Western Railway. There is no reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD& Ex-SM.
The recruitment notification, RRC/WR/01/2026, was issued on August 27, 2026. Of the total vacancies, 21 posts are in Group ‘C’ and 43 posts are in the erstwhile Group ‘D’ category.  Applications will open on September 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM and the deadline is September 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Particular | Details |
| Recruiting Organisation | Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway |
| Notification No. | RRC/WR/01/2026 |
| Recruitment Year | 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 64 |
| Level 5/4 | 5 posts |
| Level 3/2 | 16 posts |
| Level 1 | 43 posts |
| Application Start Date | September 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | September 30, 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection | Sports Trial and Merit |
The notification states that there is no reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD and Ex-Servicemen under these advertised Sports Quota vacancies.
Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Which Sports Are Included?
Western Railway has announced vacancies across several sporting disciplines. The exact event, position and category vary from one pay level to another.
Level 5/4 Vacancies
There are 5 vacancies at Level 5/4:
- Athletics (Men)
- Gymnastics (Men)
- Hockey (Women)
- Weightlifting (Men)
- Wrestling (Men)
There is one vacancy in each of these disciplines at this level.
The advertised events include disciplines such as 100m, 200m, 800m, Decathlon and Shot Put in Athletics, while specific events and weight categories are also mentioned for Gymnastics, Weightlifting and Wrestling.
Level 3/2 Vacancies
The Level 3/2 category includes 16 posts across several sports, including Athletics, Cricket, Diving, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, Powerlifting, Swimming, Weightlifting and Wrestling.
For Cricket, the notification specifies separate opportunities for male and female, while other sports have particular events, positions or categories prescribed in the vacancy table.
Level 1 Vacancies
The largest number of vacancies, 43 posts, is available at Level 1.
The disciplines include:
- Athletics
- Ball Badminton
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Body Building
- Cycling
- Diving
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Handball
- Hockey
- Kho-Kho
- Powerlifting
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Weightlifting
- Wrestling
The exact gender, event and number of vacancies depend on the discipline listed in the official vacancy table.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification depends on the pay level of the post.
For Level 5/4, candidates are required to have a graduation-level qualification as prescribed in the notification.
For Level 3/2, the notification provides routes involving 12th-level qualification and specified technical qualifications.
For Level 1, the notification includes Matriculation/10th pass, ITI and specified equivalent qualifications, including National Apprenticeship Certificate where applicable.
Candidates should therefore check the qualification prescribed against the particular Level and discipline before submitting an application.
Official Notification: Download
Age Limit
Candidates must meet the prescribed age requirement. The notification specifies an age range of 18 to 25 years, with age calculated as per the prescribed date in the recruitment notice. The notification states the relevant date as January 1, 2027.
Sports Qualification Is the Key Requirement
This is not a regular railway recruitment where educational qualification alone determines eligibility.
Candidates must have the prescribed sports achievements for the particular discipline and pay level. The notification sets out different standards for international, national and other recognised competitions.
For example, certain higher-level posts require strong performances in recognised international or national championships. The notification also provides additional acceptable achievement norms for particular sports such as Athletics and Cricket.
Importantly, the recruitment notice states that sports performance will be considered for events held from April 1, 2024, up to the date of notification, subject to the specific rules and exceptions applicable to individual sports.
Selection Process for Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment
The selection process gives significant importance to both previous sporting achievements and performance during the recruitment trial.
According to the notification, the assessment consists of:
- Sports Achievement: 50 marks
- Game Skill, Physical Fitness and Coach’s Observation in Trial: 40 marks
- Educational Qualification: 10 marks
The trial component is therefore particularly important for candidates seeking appointment through the Sports Quota.
Candidates must also meet the prescribed minimum qualifying marks for their respective pay level. The notification specifies:
| Pay Level | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| Level 5/4 | 70 |
| Level 3/2 | 65 |
| Level 1 | 60 |
The final selection is based on merit after the prescribed assessment and eligibility requirements are fulfilled.
Application Fee
The application fee varies by candidate category.
The notification specifies an application fee of Rs.500 for general candidates. Candidates who meet the prescribed conditions and appear in the trial may receive a refund of Rs.400, after applicable bank charges.
For eligible categories such as SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Women, Minority and Economically Backward Class candidates, the fee is Rs.250, with the prescribed refund provision for candidates who appear in the trial.
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Application Process for Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official RRC Western Railway website: http://www.rrc-wr.com/
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photo, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save the application printout for future use.
Official Notification: Download
Documents Required
Applicants should keep their documents ready before beginning the online application.
The notification requires scanned copies of documents such as:
- Educational qualification certificate/mark sheet
- Recognised sports achievement certificate
- Date of birth proof
- Caste certificate, wherever applicable
- OBC declaration, wherever applicable
- Minority Community Declaration, wherever applicable
- EBC income certificate, if claiming fee exemption
Candidates must also carry their original documents on the date of the selection trial. Without the required original documents, candidates will not be permitted to appear in the trial.
Important Photograph and Signature Requirements
Candidates should be careful while uploading their photograph and signature.
The notification specifies the following requirements:
Photograph
- 3.5 cm × 3.5 cm
- JPG/JPEG format
- 100 DPI
- File size between 20 KB and 70 KB
- Recent photograph
- Clear front-facing photograph
- No cap or sunglasses
Signature
- 3.5 cm × 2.5 cm
- JPG/JPEG format
- 100 DPI
- File size between 20 KB and 30 KB
- Signature should not be in capital or disjointed letters.
Aadhaar Details Required
The online registration process requires candidates to provide their 12-digit Aadhaar number.
The notification also provides an option for candidates who have enrolled for Aadhaar but have not yet received the Aadhaar card, subject to the prescribed use of the Aadhaar Enrolment ID.
Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment: When Can an Application Be Rejected?
Candidates should carefully check every detail before submitting the form.
Applications can be rejected for reasons including:
- Missing photograph
- Incorrect or unacceptable photograph
- Incorrect signature
- Not possessing the required educational or sports qualification
- Being over-age or under-age
- Incorrect date of birth
- Multiple applications for the same post
- A single application covering two or more games/events
- Other irregularities in the application
The recruitment notice also makes it clear that false information or fake documents can lead to cancellation of candidature and even termination from service if discovered after appointment.
Trial and Travel Arrangements
Candidates appearing for the selection trial will have to make their own travel and accommodation arrangements. TA/DA and accommodation will not be provided for attending the trials.
Applicants should bring their own sports kit and four passport-size photographs. The notification also states that candidates may have to stay for 2-3 days during the selection trials.
Posting and Service Conditions
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere on Western Railway. The Railway Administration also retains the right to transfer employees according to service requirements.
Selected candidates may have to undergo training wherever required. Initial appointment will carry the minimum pay of the applicable pay level along with admissible allowances. A five-year Service Bond is also specified at the time of appointment.
Appointment is subject to the prescribed medical fitness examination, verification of educational and community certificates, and antecedent/character verification.
Western Railway Warns Candidates Against Fake Agents
RRC Western Railway has issued an important warning to applicants.
The Railway Recruitment Cell says it has not appointed any agent or coaching centre to act on its behalf. Candidates should not pay money to anyone promising to secure a Railway job.
The notification specifically advises applicants to rely on the official RRC-Western Railway website and remain alert against fake websites and job racketeers.
RRC Western Railway Official Website
Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Candidates should remember these two dates:
Application Start: September 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM
Application Last Date: September 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
Since the recruitment is based on specific sporting achievements, candidates should verify their sports certificates against the exact eligibility norms for their discipline before applying.
