SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27: 54 Posts
South Eastern Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell
Published
- Posts
- 54
- Last date
- 30 Nov 2026
- Qualification
- 10th Pass, 12th Pass, ITI, Graduate
- Location
- Any Unit of South Eastern Railway
South Eastern Railway is recruiting 54 sportspersons against its Sports Quota for 2026-27, across Group C Level-1 to Level-5 and Group D Level-1 posts in any of its units. Eligible candidates are Indian nationals who hold the required sports achievement and the minimum educational qualification for their level, such as a degree for Level-4/5 or Class 12 or ITI for Level-2/3. Online applications close on 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Apply on the official site, www.rrcser.co.in, well before the last day, because the site may slow down near closing.
Who Should Apply for SER Sports Quota 2026-27
This suits Indian sportspersons with a university degree for Level-4/5 posts, Class 12 or ITI for Level-2/3, or 10th pass or ITI for Level-1, who meet the sports norms for their discipline; anyone without a recognised sports achievement is not eligible even with the right degree.
The exact qualification, age and other conditions are under Eligibility Criteria.
Watch Out Before You Apply
- Keep your sports achievement certificates for championships held on or after 01.04.2024, because older certificates are not accepted.
- Upload self-attested copies of all documents and bring the originals to trials, since you cannot appear without them.
- Check that your name, father's name, date of birth and community match your Matriculation certificate, or your candidature may be cancelled.
- Use a personal mobile number and email ID that you will keep active, because all recruitment messages go only by SMS and email.
SER Sports Quota 2026-27: हिंदी में सारांश
दक्षिण पूर्व रेलवे (SER) ने स्पोर्ट्स कोटा के अंतर्गत 2026 में 54 पदों पर भर्ती की अधिसूचना जारी की है। इन पदों में Level-4/5 के 5, Level-2/3 के 16 और Level-1 के 33 पद शामिल हैं। आवेदन के लिए 18 से 25 वर्ष की आयु सीमा तय है, और शैक्षणिक योग्यता पद के स्तर के अनुसार अलग-अलग है। आवेदन www.rrcser.co.in पर ऑनलाइन करना होगा, और अंतिम तिथि 30 नवंबर 2026 है। खेल परीक्षण की तिथि वेबसाइट के माध्यम से समय-समय पर सूचित की जाएगी।
Download the SER Sports Quota 2026-27 Notification PDF
Read the full notice for eligibility, category-wise vacancies and reservation, certificate formats and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 26 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application starts | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 30 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Exam date | Date of sports trials will be intimated from time to time through the website |
| Published on this site | 26 Oct 2026 |
SER Sports Quota 2026-27 Vacancy Details
Total posts: 54
| Pay level | Sports discipline | Category / playing position | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level-4/5 (GP Rs. 2400/2800) | Athletics (Men) | 200 Mtrs. | 1 |
| Level-4/5 (GP Rs. 2400/2800) | Athletics (Men) | High Jump | 1 |
| Level-4/5 (GP Rs. 2400/2800) | Chess (Men) | Individual | 1 |
| Level-4/5 (GP Rs. 2400/2800) | Hockey (Women) | Forward | 1 |
| Level-4/5 (GP Rs. 2400/2800) | Table Tennis (Women) | Individual | 1 |
| Level-4/5 total | 5 | ||
| Level-2/3 (GP Rs. 1900/2000) | Total | 16 | |
| Level-1 (GP Rs. 1800) | Total | 33 |
SER Sports Quota 2026-27 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Level-4/5: University degree or equivalent from recognized university
- Level-2/3: Class 12th (10+2) or equivalent; or Matriculation plus course completed Act Apprenticeship; or Class 10th plus ITI or NAC
- Level-1: 10th pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)
Age Limit
18 to 25 years (as on 1 Jan 2027)
Check your age for this post
Age is counted on 1 Jan 2027; upper limit 25 years, minimum 18.
Uses the standard central relaxation. If limits differ by post, use the age for your post in the notification.
Age Relaxation
- No age relaxation (upper or lower) is permissible
Other Conditions
- Indian nationals only
- Date of birth not earlier than 02.01.2002 and not later than 01.01.2009
- Sports achievement norms as per paras 3.2 to 3.4 of the notice; achievements must be on or after 01.04.2024
Posts located in: West Bengal. Check domicile and reservation rules in the notification.
Application Fee
| UR/OBC | Rs.500/- |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women/Minorities/EBC | Rs.250/- |
Fee payable online only; refundable portion Rs.400/- (UR/OBC) or Rs.250/- (others) on attending trials.
SER Sports Quota 2026-27 Salary and Pay Scale
The posts carry Grade Pay of Rs. 2400/2800 (Level-4/5), Rs. 1900/2000 (Level-2/3) and Rs. 1800 (Level-1) under the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
As printed in the notification: Level-4/5 GP Rs. 2400/2800; Level-2/3 GP Rs. 1900/2000; Level-1 GP Rs. 1800
Monthly Pay at Level 4, Entry Stage
| Component | X city | Y city | Z city |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic pay | ₹25,500 | ₹25,500 | ₹25,500 |
| Dearness allowance (58%) | ₹14,790 | ₹14,790 | ₹14,790 |
| House rent allowance | ₹7,650 | ₹5,100 | ₹2,550 |
| Transport allowance with DA | ₹5,688 | ₹2,844 | ₹2,844 |
| Gross pay | ₹53,628 | ₹48,234 | ₹45,684 |
| NPS deduction (10% of basic + DA) | ₹4,029 | ₹4,029 | ₹4,029 |
| Approximate in-hand pay | ₹49,599 | ₹44,205 | ₹41,655 |
- Level 2: basic pay ₹19,900, gross about ₹34,854 (Z city) to ₹39,545 (X city).
- Level 1: basic pay ₹18,000, gross about ₹31,662 (Z city) to ₹35,973 (X city).
Income tax, CGHS and other deductions are not included, and allowances depend on the posting. Government accommodation replaces HRA. Pay rises by about 3% with each annual increment. Work out pay at a later stage.
SER Sports Quota 2026-27 Selection Process
- Sports trials
- Certificate (sports and educational) verification by Recruitment Committee
- Marks: sports achievement 50, trial performance 40 (minimum 25), educational qualification 10
How to Apply for SER Sports Quota 2026-27
- Register and apply online at www.rrcser.co.in
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, ID proof and certificates
Required Documents
- Photo ID (Aadhar/PAN/Driving License/Voter ID)
- Matriculation/10th certificate for age
- Educational qualification certificate
- Sports achievement certificates
- Community certificate if applicable
Free tools, nothing is uploaded: resize your photo and signature to the size the form asks for, or compress a certificate PDF below its KB limit.
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Before You Apply for SER Sports Quota 2026-27: Quick Check
- You hold the qualification for the exact post you want (Level-4/5: University degree or equivalent from recognized university, or as listed for other posts).
- Your age is between 18 and 25 years on 1 Jan 2027, before any relaxation you are entitled to.
- If you are claiming age relaxation, your category or other certificate is in the format and date range the notice asks for.
- You have completed the registration step named in the application process before starting the form.
- 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 can pay the application fee online, or you have checked whether you are exempt.
- You will submit and pay by 30 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM, 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 after the stages listed above (3 in all) 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.
New appointees usually serve a probation period, often one to two years, during which there may be induction training, before being confirmed in service.
The notification and the appointment letter set out the exact terms for this recruitment.
SER Sports Quota 2026-27: Frequently Asked Questions
Can final-year students apply?
No. The notification says candidates who are appearing at or awaiting results of final examinations are not eligible.
Is there any age relaxation for SC, ST or OBC candidates?
No. The notification says no age relaxation, upper or lower, is permissible for any category.
Is the examination fee refundable?
Yes, the refundable part is Rs. 400 for UR/OBC and Rs. 250 for others, returned only to candidates who attend the trial.
Are there any reserved posts?
No post is reserved for SC, ST, OBC or EWS. Selection is on merit, though you may upload your community details.
Abbreviations on This Page
- SER
- South Eastern Railway
- GP
- Grade Pay
- ITI
- Industrial Training Institute
- NAC
- National Apprenticeship Certificate
- UR
- Unreserved
- SC
- Scheduled Castes
- ST
- Scheduled Tribes
- OBC
- Other Backward Classes
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Source: compiled from the official notification issued by South Eastern Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell. The official notification is the final authority, so read it in full before applying.
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