CRPF Sports Quota Constable Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 521 Posts
Central Reserve Police Force Recruitment
Published
- Posts
- 521
- Last date
- 11 Nov 2026
- Qualification
- See notification
- Location
- Across India
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is hiring 521 Head Constables and Constables (General Duty) under the sports quota. Posts are open to male and female candidates who are ordinarily residents of India. The notice does not list degree requirements or sports eligibility criteria, so check the detailed notification before applying. Applications close on 11 November 2026. Apply early, because the official site may slow down near the deadline.
Who Should Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Constable 2026
This fits meritorious sportspersons who meet the residency rule and the sports criteria in the detailed notification, whatever their degree subject; applicants who are not residents of India should not assume they qualify.
The exact qualification, age and other conditions are under Eligibility Criteria.
Watch Out Before You Apply
- The notice points to a detailed notification for event-wise vacancies and eligibility, so read that document before you apply.
- Corrections to a submitted application are allowed only from 12/11/2026 to 14/11/2026, so keep your details accurate on the first attempt.
- The vacancy numbers are tentative and may change during recruitment, so do not treat the count as final.
CRPF Sports Quota Constable 2026: हिंदी में सारांश
केंद्रीय रिज़र्व पुलिस बल (CRPF), गृह मंत्रालय के महानिदेशालय द्वारा हेड कॉन्स्टेबल और कॉन्स्टेबल (GD) के पदों पर स्पोर्ट्स कोटा के अंतर्गत भर्ती निकाली गई है। इन पदों की कुल 521 रिक्तियाँ हैं, जिनमें HC/GD के 182 और CT/GD के 339 पद शामिल हैं। आवेदन में पुरुष और महिला दोनों उम्मीदवार भाग ले सकते हैं, बशर्ते वे भारत के सामान्य निवासी हों। आवेदन ऑनलाइन https://rect.crpf.gov.in के माध्यम से किए जाने हैं। ऑनलाइन आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 11 नवंबर 2026 है।
Download the CRPF Sports Quota Constable Notification PDF
Read the full notice for eligibility, category-wise vacancies and reservation, certificate formats and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Application starts | 12 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 11 Nov 2026 |
| Starting date of Online application | 12/10/2026 |
| Closing date of Online application | 11/11/2026 |
| Correction/modification date in submitted Online application | 12/11/2026 to 14/11/2026 |
| Published on this site | 13 Oct 2026 |
CRPF Sports Quota Constable 2026 Vacancy Details
Total posts: 521
| Name of Post | Male | Female | Total | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HC/GD Against Sports Quota | 150 | 32 | 182 | Pay Matrix-04 Rs. 25,500-81,100/- |
| CT/GD Against Sports Quota | 258 | 81 | 339 | Pay Matrix-03 Rs. 21,700-69,100/- |
CRPF Sports Quota Constable 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
See the official notification.
Other Conditions
- Open to male and female candidates who are ordinarily residents of India.
CRPF Sports Quota Constable 2026 Salary and Pay Scale
Head Constable posts are at Pay Matrix-04 (Rs. 25,500-81,100) and Constable posts are at Pay Matrix-03 (Rs. 21,700-69,100). The notice does not give starting basic pay or allowances, so confirm them in the detailed notification.
As printed in the notification: HC/GD: Pay Matrix-04, Rs. 25,500-81,100/-; CT/GD: Pay Matrix-03, Rs. 21,700-69,100/-
How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Constable 2026
- Apply online through https//rect.crpf.gov.in (as printed in the notice).
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Contact and Helpline
For problems with the application or payment, contact the recruiting body directly. ItsSarkariNaukri.com cannot help with individual applications.
| Help line | 011-26160255 |
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Before You Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Constable 2026: Quick Check
- Your photograph and signature are scanned to the size and format the portal asks for, and your name and date of birth match your Class 10 certificate.
- You will submit and pay by 11 Nov 2026, not on the last evening when portals slow down.
- You have read the official notification in full, not just this summary.
What Happens After Selection
Candidates who make the final merit list have their original documents checked and go through a medical examination.
The appointing department then verifies character and antecedents, usually through the police, and issues an offer of appointment with the joining date and place of posting.
Uniformed posts begin with basic training at a training centre or academy before the first posting.
The notification and the appointment letter set out the exact terms for this recruitment.
CRPF Sports Quota Constable 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply if I am not a resident of India?
The notification does not say. It states the posts are open to candidates who are ordinarily residents of India.
Where do I find the event-wise vacancy breakdown?
The notice says the discipline and event-wise vacancies are in the detailed notification on the CRPF recruitment website.
Can I change my application after submitting it?
Yes, corrections are allowed from 12/11/2026 to 14/11/2026, according to the notice.
Abbreviations on This Page
- CRPF
- Central Reserve Police Force (Ministry of Home Affairs), Directorate General
- HC/GD
- Head Constable (General Duty)
- CT/GD
- Constable (General Duty)
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Source: compiled from the official notification issued by Central Reserve Police Force Recruitment. The official notification is the final authority, so read it in full before applying.
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