Southern Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Chennai has released the official notification for RRC Southern Railway (SR) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026. The recruitment is being conducted under Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the 2026-27 session through Advertisement No. RRC-02/Sports/2026-27.
A total of 67 Sports Person vacancies have been announced for different posts under Pay Matrix Level-1 to Level-5. The official notification was issued on 23 September 2026. Eligible sportspersons can submit their applications online from 26 September 2026 at 09:00 Hrs. The online application window will remain open until 25 October 2026 at 23:59 Hrs.
Candidates interested in the Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 should check the required sports achievements, educational qualification, age limit and other eligibility conditions before submitting the application.
RRC Southern Railway (SR) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Southern Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) Chennai |
| Post Name | Sports Person (Level 1 to Level 5) |
| Advertisement Number | RRC-02/Sports/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 67 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 18,000/- to Rs. 29,200/- |
| Notification Date | 23.09.2026 |
| Recruitment Category | RRC Southern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | www.rrcmas.in |
Important Dates
The important dates for the RRC SR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 are given below:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 23.09.2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 26.09.2026 at 09:00 Hrs |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25.10.2026 at 23:59 Hrs |
Application Fee
Applicants are required to pay the applicable examination/application fee through the online payment facility. The category-wise fee details are as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500/- |
| SC / ST / Female / ESM / PWD / Minorities / EBC | Rs. 250/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
For candidates belonging to the UR, General, OBC and EWS categories, Rs. 400/- will be refunded after appearing in the trials. For eligible candidates who pay Rs. 250/-, the complete Rs. 250/- will be refunded after appearing in the trials, as mentioned in the recruitment details.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit for RRC Southern Railway (SR) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 25 years.
The age will be calculated as on 01 January 2027. Candidates should have been born between 02 January 2002 and 01 January 2009, with both dates included.
Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible candidates according to the relevant rules.
Southern Railway Sports Quota Vacancy and Qualification
The Railway Sports Quota Vacancy 2026 has been divided according to different Pay Matrix levels. Candidates must meet the educational qualification prescribed for the post they are applying for.
| Post | Vacancies | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Person – Level 5 / Level 4 | 05 | Graduation |
| Sports Person – Level 3 / Level 2 | 16 | 12th Pass OR 10th Pass + ITI / Apprenticeship |
| Sports Person – Level 1 | 46 | 10th Pass or ITI |
Candidates should also satisfy the sports achievement requirements specified for their particular discipline and event.
Service Bond
Candidates selected through the sports quota will be required to execute a Service Bond for five years. Selected sportspersons will also remain on probation for two years as per the recruitment conditions.
RRC Southern Railway (SR) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for RRC Southern Railway (SR) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 will consider sports performance, recognised sports achievements and educational qualifications. The selection stages include:
- Sports Trials – 40 Marks
Assessment will include game skills, physical fitness and the coach’s observation. - Recognised Sports Achievements – 50 Marks
Candidates will receive assessment based on their eligible and recognised sports achievements. - Educational Qualification – 10 Marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates who qualify through the required stages will proceed further according to the recruitment rules.
How to Apply for RRC Southern Railway (SR) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can complete the RRC Southern Railway (SR) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 application through the official recruitment portal. The application process can be completed by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRC Chennai website at www.rrcmas.in.
- Complete registration using an active mobile number and valid email ID.
- Choose the relevant sports discipline, event, position and applicable pay level.
- Enter personal information, educational details and sports achievement details.
- Upload clear scanned copies of the required documents, including matriculation/10th proof, sports certificates, qualification marksheets and applicable caste or EBC certificates.
- Upload the recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway using Debit Card, Credit Card or Internet Banking.
- Carefully check all the information entered in the application form.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
- Download and save the application summary and e-receipt for future reference.
Important Links
| RRC Southern Railway (SR) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| RRC Southern Railway Sports Quota Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| Railway Recruitment Cell Chennai Official Website | RRC Chennai |
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