If you have been waiting for the Railway Sports Quota Recruitment, here’s an important update.
Indian Railways – Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) has officially released the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 notification.
Before applying, make sure you carefully check the eligibility criteria and required documents. Every year, many athletes miss this opportunity due to small mistakes in eligibility or documentation.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 21 July 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 20 August 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Extended Last Date (for candidates from specified North-Eastern states, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and abroad): 31 August 2026
Total Vacancies
A total of 25 Sports Quota vacancies have been announced:
- Level 5 & Level 4: 2 posts
- Level 2: 8 posts
- Level 1: 15 posts
Eligible Sports
Vacancies are available for athletes in:
- Archery
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Shooting
- Swimming
Please note that the number of posts and eligibility criteria vary for each sport. Check the official notification carefully before submitting your application.
Sports Achievement Criteria
Only sports achievements earned on or after 1 April 2024 will be considered valid.
The required level of sports achievement is different for each pay level, so verify your eligibility before applying.