The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has announced recruitment for 521 posts under the Sports Quota 2026. Eligible male and female sportspersons can apply online for the posts of Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty). The online application process will begin on October 12, 2026, and the last date to submit applications is November 11, 2026.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
The 521 vacancies are divided into two posts:
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Head Constable (GD): 182 posts
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Male: 150
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Female: 32
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Constable (GD): 339 posts
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Male: 258
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Female: 81
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The Head Constable post carries Pay Matrix Level 4 (₹25,500–₹81,100), while the Constable post is under Pay Matrix Level 3 (₹21,700–₹69,100)
Who Can Apply?
Candidates should generally be 18 to 23 years old as on August 1, 2026, subject to applicable age relaxations. For educational qualification, candidates applying for Head Constable (GD) should have passed Class 12, while Constable (GD) applicants should have passed Class 10 from a recognised board.
Applicants must also meet the prescribed sports achievement criteria. The relevant sporting achievements are required to fall within the specified period of September 30, 2024, to September 30, 2026.
CRPF Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application starts | October 12, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | November 11, 2026 |
| Application correction window | November 12–14, 2026 |
How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official CRPF recruitment portal.
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Select the CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
application link. - Complete the registration process using the required details.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required educational, identity and sports-related documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee, if required.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the confirmation page or application form for future reference.
The official CRPF website also provides recruitment-related notifications and information.
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes identity and document verification, Physical Standard Test (PST), Sports Trial and medical examination. There is no conventional written examination for this Sports Quota recruitment. The Sports Trial is qualifying in nature, while the merit list is based on marks awarded for eligible sports achievements
