RRCSER (Kolkata) Sports Quota Notification 2026 Details
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Eastern Railway (SER) has invited online applications for the recruitment of meritorious sportspersons against the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the year 2025-26. This railway recruitment drive aims to fill 54 vacancies across Group ‘C’ and Group ‘D’ posts in the South Eastern Railway jurisdiction.
We understand that for a sportsperson, securing a government job that respects your talent is a significant milestone. At RailwayExams.com, we are here to guide you through this process with accurate information, ensuring you don’t miss any critical details. Candidates interested in a career with South Eastern Railway can check the detailed notification for eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, and pay scale below.
Ensure you meet all sports and educational requirements before applying. The online application link is active from 10th January 2026 to 09th February 2026. Read the full notification carefully and apply online early to avoid last-minute server congestion.
✅ South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC SER) |
| Post Name | Sports Person (Sports Quota Open Advertisement) |
| Total Posts | 54 |
| Advt. No. | SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2025-26 |
| Job Location | Kolkata/South Eastern Railway Jurisdiction |
| Official Site | rrcser.co.in |
👩🏻💼 RRCSER Sports Quota Vacancy 2026
The recruitment is divided into different Grade Pay levels based on the post.
| Post Level | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Group ‘C’ Level-4/5 | 05 |
| Group ‘C’ Level-2/3 | 16 |
| Group ‘D’ Level-1 | 33 |
| Total | 54 |
Sports Disciplines: Vacancies are available for Badminton, Athletics, Hockey, Cycling, Chess, Archery, Rifle Shooting, Swimming, Water Polo, Diving, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Football, Cricket, Tennis, Kho-Kho, and Golf.
₹ Salary & Benefits for RRCSER Sports Quota Posts
Selected candidates will receive a salary as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
| Post Level | Pay Scale (GP) |
|---|---|
| Level-4/5 | Grade Pay ₹ 2400/2800 |
| Level-2/3 | Grade Pay ₹ 1900/2000 |
| Level-1 | Grade Pay ₹ 1800 |
🎓 RRCSER Sports Quota Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications along with the required sports achievements as detailed in the official notification.
| Post Level | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-4/5 | A University Degree or its equivalent from a recognized University. |
| Level-2/3 | Passed 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent. (For Technician-III: 10th Pass + ITI). |
| Level-1 | 10th Pass (Matriculation) or ITI or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC). |
> Note: Sports achievements must be from recognized championships on or after 01.04.2023.
🎂 RRCSER Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
| Category | Age Criteria |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 25 Years |
> Note: No age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates. Candidates must be born between 02.01.2001 and 01.01.2008.
📝 Steps to Apply Online for RRCSER (Kolkata) Sports Quota 2026
- Read Notification: Download and check your eligibility, especially sports norms, from the official notification.
- Collect Documents: Have your Sports Certificates, Educational Marksheets, ID Proof (Aadhar), and Photo ready.
- Scan Documents: Keep scanned copies of your Photograph, Signature, and LTI (Left Thumb Impression) as per the size mentioned.
- Visit Website: Click the “Apply Online” link in the Important Links section below.
- Registration: Click on “New Registration” and fill in your basic details to get a Registration Number.
- Fill Application: Login and complete the form with personal, sports, and educational details.
- Pay Fee: Complete the payment process online.
- Final Submission: Review all details carefully and submit the form.
- Print Output: Take a printout of the final application for future reference during trials.
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📅 Important Dates for RRCSER Sports Quota Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 31-12-2025 |
| Application Start Date | 10-01-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09-02-2026 |
| Trial Date | To be notified soon |
| Admit Card | Before Trials |
💸 Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Gen / OBC | ₹ 500/- (₹ 400 refundable after trial) |
| SC / ST / Ex-SM / PWD / Women / Minorities / EBC | ₹ 250/- (₹ 250 refundable after trial) |
Payment Mode: Pay via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
🔗 Important Links / Resources
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Notification | Click Here to Download PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here to Visit |
| More RRC SER Jobs | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here to Join |
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