CRPF Recruitment 2026: 521 Sports Quota Posts, Check Eligibility, Fee and Selection Process
CRPF Recruitment 2026: The Central Reserve Police Force has announced a major recruitment opportunity for eligible sportspersons. Under the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, CRPF will fill 521 vacancies for Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) posts.
The online application process will begin on October 12, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until November 11, 2026. A correction window will subsequently remain open from November 12 to November 14, 2026. Applications will be accepted online through the CRPF recruitment portal.
CRPF Sports Quota Vacancy 2026
The 521 vacancies have been divided between two posts:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD) | 182 |
| Constable (GD) | 339 |
| Total | 521 |
The Head Constable vacancies include 150 posts for male candidates and 32 for female candidates. The Constable vacancies comprise 258 posts for male candidates and 81 for female candidates.
Who Can Apply?
This recruitment is specifically intended for eligible sportspersons who meet the prescribed sports-achievement criteria.
For Head Constable (GD), candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board or university.
For Constable (GD), candidates must have passed Class 10 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
Candidates should also carefully check the notification for the specific sports disciplines, events and achievement requirements applicable to their application.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 23 years as on August 1, 2026, subject to applicable relaxation rules for eligible categories.
Because the recruitment notification contains detailed eligibility conditions, candidates should verify their date of birth and category-specific relaxation directly from the official notification before submitting the form.
Sports Achievement Is Important
Educational qualification alone is not sufficient for this recruitment. Candidates must meet the prescribed sports-achievement conditions.
The recruitment covers 22 sports disciplines, including Athletics, Aquatics, Archery, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Football, Hockey, Kabaddi, Shooting, Wrestling, Yoga and several other disciplines.
The prescribed eligibility period for sports achievements is linked to participation or medals during the relevant two-year period ending September 30, 2026. Candidates should check the official notification for the exact competition and achievement criteria applicable to their sport.
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹100 for eligible male candidates belonging to the UR, OBC and EWS categories.
Women candidates, SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
Selection Process
One important point for applicants is that the recruitment does not list a conventional written examination among its selection stages.
The process includes:
- Identity verification
- Document verification
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Sports Trial Test
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME) or Review Medical Examination (RME)
- Preparation of the merit list based on the prescribed sports-achievement criteria
The Sports Trial Test is an important stage, and candidates must qualify as prescribed in the recruitment notification.
CRPF Sports Quota Salary
The pay scale depends on the post selected.
- Head Constable (GD): Pay Level 4, ₹25,500–₹81,100
- Constable (GD): Pay Level 3, ₹21,700–₹69,100
Other allowances and service benefits will be governed by the applicable CRPF rules.
How to Apply for CRPF Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps when the application window opens:
- Visit the official CRPF recruitment website.
- Open the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter personal, educational and sports-achievement details.
- Upload the required documents and certificates.
- Pay the applicable fee, if required.
- Carefully check all details before submitting the application.
- Submit the form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
The application window is scheduled from October 12 to November 11, 2026, followed by the correction window from November 12 to 14.
Important Note for Candidates
Before applying, candidates should read the official CRPF Sports Quota 2026 notification carefully, particularly the rules relating to eligible sports competitions, certificates, age, physical standards and sports achievements. The official recruitment portal is rect.crpf.gov.in.