CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – 521 Head Constable & Constable GD Posts, Sports-Wise Vacancy Details
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released the official recruitment notification for Meritorious Sportspersons for the posts of Head Constable (General Duty) [HC/GD] and Constable (General Duty) [CT/GD] under Sports Quota 2026.
A total of 521 vacancies are available across 22 different sports disciplines. Eligible male and female Indian citizens who fulfill the prescribed sports eligibility criteria can apply online through the official CRPF recruitment portal.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India |
| Recruitment | Sports Quota 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | R.II-21/2026-Sports |
| Posts | Head Constable (GD) & Constable (GD) |
| Total Vacancies | 521 Posts |
| HC/GD | 182 Posts |
| CT/GD | 339 Posts |
| Male Vacancies | 408 Posts |
| Female Vacancies | 113 Posts |
| Sports Disciplines | 22 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Notification Date | 17 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Correction Window | 12–14 November 2026 |
| Official Website | rect.crpf.gov.in |
CRPF Sports Quota Vacancy 2026
The total 521 vacancies are divided between Constable (GD) and Head Constable (GD) as follows:
Head Constable (GD) – 182 Posts
- Male: 150
- Female: 32
- Total: 182
Pay Level: Level-04
Pay Scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100/-
Constable (GD) – 339 Posts
- Male: 258
- Female: 81
- Total: 339
Pay Level: Level-03
Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100/-
Grand Total
Male: 408
Female: 113
Total: 521 Posts
Sports-Wise Vacancy Details
The 521 vacancies are distributed among the following 22 sports disciplines:
| Sl. No. | Sports Discipline | CT/GD Male | CT/GD Female | HC/GD Male | HC/GD Female | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aquatics (Swimming) | 29 | 8 | 20 | 3 | 60 |
| 2 | Archery | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | Athletics | 50 | 10 | 37 | 4 | 101 |
| 4 | Badminton | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| 5 | Basketball | 10 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 16 |
| 6 | Body Building | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 11 |
| 7 | Boxing | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 20 |
| 8 | Football | 15 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 22 |
| 9 | Gymnastics | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| 10 | Handball | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| 11 | Hockey | 9 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 15 |
| 12 | Judo | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 16 |
| 13 | Kabaddi | 18 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 27 |
| 14 | Karate | 7 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 17 |
| 15 | Shooting | 26 | 6 | 19 | 2 | 53 |
| 16 | Taekwondo | 4 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 14 |
| 17 | Volleyball | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 20 |
| 18 | Water Sports | 6 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 20 |
| 19 | Weightlifting | 5 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 19 |
| 20 | Wushu | 9 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 20 |
| 21 | Wrestling | 10 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 26 |
| 22 | Yoga | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| Grand Total | 258 | 81 | 150 | 32 | 521 |
Detailed Sports & Event-Wise Vacancy
1. Aquatics (Swimming) – 60 Posts
Swimming Events:
- 50/100/200/400/800/1500 Mtr Freestyle
- 50/100/200 Mtr Backstroke
- 50/100/200 Mtr Breaststroke
- 50/100/200 Mtr Butterfly
- 200/400 Mtr Individual Medley
- Diving – High Board / 3 Mtr Spring Board / 1 Mtr Spring Board
- Water Polo – Goal Keeper / Forward / Full Back / Right Wing / Left Wing
Total: 60 Posts
2. Archery – 3 Posts
- Recurve
- Indian Round
Total: 3 Posts
3. Athletics – 101 Posts
Events include:
- 100 mtr
- 400 mtr
- 800 mtr
- 1500 mtr
- 5000 mtr
- 110 mtr Hurdles
- 400 mtr Hurdles
- 3000m Steeplechase
- Long Jump
- High Jump
- Triple Jump
- Pole Vault
- Discus Throw
- Hammer Throw
- Shot Put
- Javelin Throw
- 20 km Walk
- 10 km Walk
- Marathon
- Decathlon
- Cross Country
Total: 101 Posts
4. Badminton – 5 Posts
Total: 5 Posts
5. Basketball – 16 Posts
- Power Forward
- Centre
- Point Guard
Total: 16 Posts
6. Body Building – 11 Posts
Weight Categories:
- 55 kg
- 60 kg
- 65 kg
- 70 kg
- 75 kg
Total: 11 Posts
7. Boxing – 20 Posts
Various male and female weight categories including:
- 48 kg
- 50 kg
- 51 kg
- 54 kg
- 55 kg
- 57 kg
- 60 kg
- 65 kg
- 70 kg
- 75 kg
Total: 20 Posts
8. Football – 22 Posts
Positions include:
- Goal Keeper
- Defender
- Mid Fielder
- Forward
Total: 22 Posts
9. Gymnastics – 12 Posts
- Gymnastics (All-rounder)
Total: 12 Posts
10. Handball – 12 Posts
Total: 12 Posts
11. Hockey – 15 Posts
Positions include:
- Full Back
- Half Back
- Goal Keeper
- Defender
- Mid Fielder
- Forward
Total: 15 Posts
12. Judo – 16 Posts
Various male and female weight categories from 48 kg to 81 kg.
Total: 16 Posts
13. Kabaddi – 27 Posts
Total: 27 Posts
14. Karate – 17 Posts
Includes:
- Kumite
- Individual Kata
- Various male/female weight categories
Total: 17 Posts
15. Shooting – 53 Posts
Events include:
- 10 m Air Rifle
- 10 m Air Pistol
- 50 m Free Pistol
- 25 m Sports Pistol
- 25 m Standard Pistol
- 25 m Rapid Fire Pistol
- 25 m Centre Fire Pistol
- 50 m Rifle Prone
- 50 m Rifle 3 Position
Total: 53 Posts
16. Taekwondo – 14 Posts
Various Kyurogi weight categories for male and female candidates.
Total: 14 Posts
17. Volleyball – 20 Posts
Total: 20 Posts
18. Water Sports – 20 Posts
Events include:
- Kayaking
- Kayak Slalom
- Canoeing (L/R)
- Canoe Slalom
- Rowing
Total: 20 Posts
19. Weightlifting – 19 Posts
Various male and female weight categories including:
- 48 kg
- 53 kg
- 58 kg
- 60 kg
- 63 kg
- 65 kg
- 69 kg
- 71 kg
- 79 kg
Total: 19 Posts
20. Wushu – 20 Posts
Includes:
- Taolu – Nanquan
- Taolu – Changquan
- Taolu – Taijiquan
- Sanda
- Various weight categories
Total: 20 Posts
21. Wrestling – 26 Posts
Includes:
- Freestyle
- Greco-Roman
- Various male and female weight categories
Total: 26 Posts
22. Yoga – 12 Posts
- Yogasana
Total: 12 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
This recruitment is specifically for meritorious sportspersons.
Candidates must satisfy the sports achievement requirements prescribed by CRPF. The detailed notification specifies the eligible competitions, sports events, participation/medal/position requirements and other conditions.
Therefore, candidates should carefully check the official notification for their particular sport and event before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 17 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 12 October 2026, 09:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Correction/Modification | 12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026 |
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates can apply through the official CRPF recruitment website.
Step 1: Visit the CRPF recruitment portal.
Step 2: Find the Sports Quota 2026 recruitment link.
Step 3: Read the complete notification.
Step 4: Complete online registration.
Step 5: Enter personal and sports-related information.
Step 6: Upload the required documents and sports certificates.
Step 7: Complete the application/fee process as applicable.
Step 8: Submit the application.
Step 9: Download and save the application form for future reference.
Important Links
🔗 CRPF Official Recruitment Website: Click here
📄 Official Notification PDF: Click here
🌐 DK Help You:
www.dkhelpyou.in
Important Note
The 521 vacancies mentioned above are tentative and may increase or decrease during the recruitment process.
Candidates must verify their sports discipline, event, sports achievement, age, qualification, certificates and other eligibility conditions from the official CRPF notification before applying.
DK Help You provides recruitment information for informational purposes. Candidates should always refer to the official CRPF website for the latest and final information.
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