
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has issued an official notification inviting eligible male and female athletes to apply for Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) posts. The CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: 521 Vacancies, Apply Online From October 12 drive seeks skilled sportspersons across multiple disciplines. Candidates who meet the required educational and sports credentials can submit their applications online through the official portal at rect.crpf.gov.in.
CRPF Sports Quota Notification 2026 PDF
Candidates must track all event dates carefully to complete the registration and form correction on time. The recruitment authority has established specific deadlines for each stage of the application window. The table below provides the full schedule for the recruitment drive.
| CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Event | Date |
| Application Process Begins | October 12, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 11, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | November 12 to November 14, 2026 |
CRPF offers general duty posts across two main ranks under this sports quota drive. Eligible candidates can review the post breakdown below.
Total Vacancies: 521
Head Constable (General Duty): To be released
Constable (General Duty): To be released
Applicants must satisfy the prescribed age limit, educational requirements, and sports qualification standards before applying.
Candidates must hold the minimum educational credentials from a recognised board or institution:
Head Constable (GD): Passed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification. Equivalent Army qualifications are valid for eligible ex-Army personnel.
Constable (GD): Passed Matriculation (Class 10) or an equivalent examination.
Candidates must meet the official age restrictions set for the recruitment:
Age Range: 18 to 23 years as on August 1, 2026.
Permissible Date of Birth: Between January 2, 2003, and January 1, 2008.
Applicants must have participated in recognised national or international competitions or secured medals between September 30, 2024, and September 30, 2026.
The CRPF recruitment board evaluates candidates through a four-stage assessment process. Candidates must clear each stage sequentially:
Identity and Document Verification
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Sports Trial
Medical Examination
Eligible sportspersons can submit their applications through the official CRPF recruitment portal. Male applicants belonging to UR, OBC, and EWS categories must pay an application fee of Rs 100, while fee details for female and other reserved categories are To be released.
Candidates can follow these steps to apply:
Visit the official website at rect.crpf.gov.in.
Select the CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 link.
Complete the online registration form with basic details.
Upload all required documents, certificates, and photographs.
Pay the online application fee if applicable.
Submit the form and download the final confirmation copy for reference.
