CRPF Recruitment for 521 Posts Under Sports Quota: Check Eligibility

The CRPF has issued a notification to recruit for 521 posts of Head Constable and Constable under the sports quota. Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply for this recruitment.

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has announced a recruitment drive for athletes aspiring to secure a government job. The notification covers 521 posts—comprising Head Constables and Constables—under the sports quota. Both male and female candidates can apply. The application process begins on October 12, 2026, and candidates can submit their online forms until November 11, 2026. Applications must be submitted via the official CRPF website, rect.crpf.gov.in. Additionally, candidates will be able to make corrections to their applications between November 12 and November 14, 2026.

There are a total of 521 posts in the CRPF sports quota recruitment, consisting of 182 Head Constable posts and 339 Constable posts. Of the Head Constable posts, 150 are reserved for male candidates and 32 for female candidates; the salary for this role ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 (Pay Matrix Level-4). For the Constable posts, 258 are for male candidates and 81 for female candidates, with a salary range of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 (Pay Matrix Level-3).

Eligibility Criteria

Male and female candidates who are residents of India are eligible to apply. However, this recruitment is not for general candidates but specifically for meritorious athletes. According to the notification, eligible athletes are those who have won medals, secured positions, or participated in national or international championships in the specific sports advertised. The validity period of the candidates’ sports achievements or sports certificates is also a crucial requirement. According to the notification, sports achievements or certificates obtained within the two years prior to the date of the recruitment advertisement’s publication will be considered valid.

Merit based on sports achievements

For this CRPF recruitment, the merit list will be prepared based on the total marks awarded for candidates’ sports certificates or achievements in their respective sports. In the event of a tie in marks, preference will be given to the older candidate.

How ​​to apply under the sports quota

Once the application process begins, candidates must visit the CRPF website at rect.crpf.gov.in.
Next, fill in the required details in the application form and upload the necessary documents.
Candidates should thoroughly verify all information before submitting the form.
After submission, retain the confirmation page for your records.
The CRPF advises candidates to carefully read the recruitment notification before applying.
For any recruitment-related queries, candidates may also contact the CRPF helpline at 011-26160255.