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RRC Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 — 59 Vacancies

Advt No: RRC/CR/01/2026•Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway
Official Process Flow

Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway

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Online Application Window

Application window closed on 14 Aug 2026

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Stage 1: Assessment of Recognized Sports Achievements & Per...

Assessment of Recognized Sports Achievements & Performance Credentials (as per Railway Sports Promotion Board norms)

Official Stage
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Stage 2: Physical Sports Trial & Skill Demonstration before...

Physical Sports Trial & Skill Demonstration before Selection Committee (40 Marks)

Physical Test
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Stage 3: Original Document Verification

(DV) & Educational Certificate Scrutiny

Document Scrutiny
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Stage 4: Pre-Employment Medical Fitness Examination in pres...

Pre-Employment Medical Fitness Examination in prescribed Railway Medical Standard

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Total Vacancies
RRC CR

59

Group 'C' (Level 5/4), Group 'C' (Level 3/2), Level 1 (erstwhile Group 'D')

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

18 – 25 Yrs

as on 1 Jan 2027

Pay Scale / Salary

₹18,000–₹29,200

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Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway (Advt No: RRC/CR/01/2026)

About this Recruitment

Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway has announced 59 vacancies under the Sports Quota Recruitment for the year 2026-27. Candidates aged between 18 and 25 years with required educational and sports qualifications can apply online from July 15, 2026, to August 14, 2026. A corrigendum was issued on July 21, 2026, regarding specific event/category details for Cycling Track (Men) and Weightlifting (Women).

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR Mumbai) announces 59 Sports Quota vacancies across Level-1, Level-2/3, and Level-4/5 posts.
  • Pay Scales: Level 1 (₹18,000–₹56,900), Level 2 (₹19,900–₹63,200), Level 3 (₹21,700–₹69,100), Level 4/5 (₹25,500–₹92,300) plus Railway DA, HRA, and sports incentives.
  • Sports disciplines include Athletics, Badminton, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Kabaddi, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Shooting, and Table Tennis.
  • Educational qualification: 10th pass / ITI for Level 1; 12th pass for Level 2/3; Graduation for Level 4/5.
  • Application fee: ₹500 for General/OBC (₹400 refund upon attending trials); ₹250 for SC/ST/Women/Minorities (full refund).
  • Direct sports trial recruitment active from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026 on rrccr.com.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

25 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 January 2027

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Educational Eligibility: TENTH PASS, ITI, TWELFTH PASS, ANY GRADUATE

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

15 July 2026

2

Application Start Date

15 July 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

14 August 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Group 'C' (Level 5/4)5 ANY GRADUATE
Group 'C' (Level 3/2)16 TWELFTH PASS
Level 1 (erstwhile Group 'D')38 TENTH PASS
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Matrix Level 1 to Level 5 (7th CPC)

Official Pay Scale

₹18,000 - ₹29,200

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹18,000
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹9,000
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹3,240
Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,350
Gross Monthly Salary₹31,590
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹2,700
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹250
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹3,010
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹28,580

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹3.79 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2525
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability2525
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject2525

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.rrccr.com

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Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: RRC/CR/01/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

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Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

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Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

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Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

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Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

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Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

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Application Fee Details

General/OBC₹500
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women/Minorities/EBC₹250
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Payment Modes: Online Payment Modes (Net Banking, Cards, UPI)

Selection Process

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Stage 1: Assessment of Recognized Sports Achievements & Performance Credentials (as per Railway Sports Promotion Board norms)
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Stage 2: Physical Sports Trial & Skill Demonstration before Selection Committee (40 Marks)
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Stage 3: Original Document Verification (DV) & Educational Certificate Scrutiny
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Stage 4: Pre-Employment Medical Fitness Examination in prescribed Railway Medical Standard

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are announced under Central Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?

RRC Central Railway has announced 59 Sports Quota vacancies across Level 1, Level 2/3, and Level 4/5 categories for FY 2026-27.

What are the educational qualifications for RRC CR Sports Quota posts?

Qualifications: 10th pass or ITI for Level-1; 12th (10+2) pass for Level-2/3; Bachelor's Degree in any discipline for Level-4/5 posts.

What sports achievements are required for Railway Sports Quota?

Candidates must have represented the Country in International Championships or represented a State/University in Senior/Junior National Championships.

What is the pay scale for Sports Quota recruits in Central Railway?

Salaries range from 7th CPC Level 1 (₹18,000–₹56,900) to Level 5 (₹29,200–₹92,300) plus allowances and special sports increments.

What is the age limit for RRC CR Sports Quota 2026?

Candidates must be aged between 18 and 25 years as of 01 January 2027. No age relaxation is permissible for sports quota recruitment.

What is the application fee and trial refund policy?

Fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC (₹400 refunded after attending trials) and ₹250 for SC/ST/Women/Minorities/EBC (full ₹250 refunded after trials).

What is the selection process for RRC CR Sports Quota?

Selection is based on Trial performance (40 marks), assessment of sports achievements (50 marks), educational qualification (10 marks), Document Verification, and Medical Exam.

What are the important application dates?

Online application submission opened on 15 July 2026 and closed on 14 August 2026 on rrccr.com.

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Last Date to Apply

14 August 2026

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