Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 67 Sports Quota Posts
Southern Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Chennai has released the Sports Quota Open Advertisement 2026-27 for recruitment of eligible Indian sportspersons. A total of 67 Sports Quota vacancies are available under Pay Levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Candidates with 10th, ITI, NAC, 12th or Graduation along with the prescribed sports achievements can apply online. The online application process starts on 26 September 2026 at 9:00 AM and the last date to apply is 25 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Southern Railway |
| Recruitment Cell | Railway Recruitment Cell, Chennai |
| Recruitment Name | Sports Quota Open Advertisement 2026-27 |
| Employment Notice | RRC-02/Sports/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 67 |
| Pay Level | Level 1 to Level 5 |
| Qualification | 10th, ITI, NAC, 12th or Graduation, as applicable |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 26 September 2026 at 9:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | rrcmas.in |
Vacancy Details
Level 4 and Level 5 Sports Vacancies
| Sports Discipline | Event / Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics – Men | Long Jump and Decathlon | 2 |
| Athletics – Women | 100 Metres and 400 Metres | 2 |
| Boxing – Men | 47–50 Kg | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
If suitable candidates are unavailable for a sports discipline under Level 4 or Level 5, the vacancies may be filled under Level 2 or Level 3 from the same sports discipline, as prescribed in the recruitment notification.
Level 2 and Level 3 Sports Vacancies
| Sports Discipline | Event / Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics – Men | 100 Metres and High Jump | 2 |
| Athletics – Women | 400 Metres Hurdles / Long Jump | 1 |
| Basketball – Men | Pivot | 3 |
| Cricket – Men | Left-Arm Spinner, Right Top-Order Batsman and Left-Hand Top-Order Batsman | 3 |
| Cricket – Women | Left-Arm Fast Bowler | 1 |
| Cue Sports – Men | 15 Red Snooker | 1 |
| Football – Men | Midfielder | 1 |
| Volleyball – Men | Middle Blocker and Universal Opposite Hitter | 2 |
| Volleyball – Women | Attacker-Outside Hitter and Middle Blocker | 2 |
| Total | 16 |
Level 1 Sports Vacancies
| Sports Discipline | Event / Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics – Men | 100m, 200m, 400m Hurdles, Hammer Throw and Discus Throw | 4 |
| Athletics – Women | 100m, 100m Hurdles, 800m and 1500m | 4 |
| Boxing – Men | 65–70 Kg, 70–75 Kg, 80–85 Kg and Above 90 Kg | 4 |
| Boxing – Women | 54–57 Kg, 57–60 Kg, 65–70 Kg and Above 80 Kg | 4 |
| Cricket – Men | Left-Arm Spinner/Top-Order Batsman, Right Top-Order Batsman and Left-Arm Fast Bowler | 3 |
| Cricket – Women | Opening Batsmen and Top-Order Batsmen/Off Spinner | 4 |
| Football – Men | Forward, Midfielder and Defender | 7 |
| Hockey – Men | Goalkeeper, Forward, Defender and Midfielder | 7 |
| Volleyball – Men | Attacker-Outside Hitter and Middle Blocker | 3 |
| Volleyball – Women | Setter and Libero | 2 |
| Weightlifting – Men | 65 Kg and 79 Kg | 2 |
| Weightlifting – Women | 53 Kg and 77 Kg | 2 |
| Total | 46 |
Total Sports Quota Vacancies: 5 + 16 + 46 = 67 Posts
Educational Qualification
The minimum educational qualification varies according to the Pay Level:
| Pay Level | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | 10th Pass, ITI, equivalent qualification or National Apprenticeship Certificate granted by NCVT |
| Level 2 and Level 3 | 12th Pass or equivalent; for technical categories, Matriculation with completed Act Apprenticeship or ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT |
| Level 4 and Level 5 | Graduation from a Government-recognised institution |
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification by the specified date. Candidates awaiting their final examination or final results are not eligible.
No relaxation is provided in the minimum educational qualification.
Sports Eligibility
Candidates must possess the prescribed sports achievements in the relevant discipline/event specified in the Southern Railway Sports Quota recruitment notification.
The sports achievement requirements vary according to the Pay Level and sports discipline. Candidates should carefully check the official notification for the qualifying championships, tournaments, positions, medals, certificates and applicable dates before applying.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years of age.
The applicable date for determining age and any permitted relaxation should be checked in the official recruitment notification.
Typing Requirement
Candidates appointed to Clerk-cum-Typist posts are required to acquire the prescribed typing proficiency within four years from the date of appointment.
The required typing speed is:
- 30 words per minute in English, or
- 25 words per minute in Hindi
Until the prescribed typing requirement is fulfilled, the appointment will remain provisional.
Salary / Pay Level
The recruitment covers posts under Pay Levels 1 to 5.
The applicable pay level will depend on the post and sports category against which the candidate is selected. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the detailed pay structure and applicable allowances.
Application Fee
The application fee details have not been provided in the recruitment information available here.
Candidates should check the official Southern Railway Sports Quota notification for the applicable application fee, exemptions and payment instructions.
Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted as per the Sports Quota recruitment rules prescribed by Railway Recruitment Cell, Chennai, Southern Railway.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for complete details regarding sports trial, assessment, document verification and other applicable stages.
How to Apply
Eligible sportspersons can apply online for the Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 by following these steps:
- Visit the official Railway Recruitment Cell, Chennai website.
- Open the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 section.
- Find Employment Notice No. RRC-02/Sports/2026-27.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Check the sports discipline, event, educational qualification and sports achievement requirements.
- Complete the online application form with the required details.
- Upload the required documents, educational certificates and sports achievement certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee, if required.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the application.
- Submit the online application before 25 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 26 September 2026 at 9:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | rrcmas.in |
| Official Notification | Click here | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
About Southern Railway
Southern Railway is one of the zones of Indian Railways, headquartered in Chennai. The zone operates railway services across several parts of southern India and undertakes recruitment for various posts through the designated Railway Recruitment Cells and other authorised recruitment processes.
Disclaimer
This post is based on the official notification. Candidates must verify all details from the official website before applying.