RRC Southern Railway Recruitment 2026 | 67 Sports Person Posts | Direct Apply Online
(Note: While some preliminary job postings initially advertised 62 positions, the official notification confirms a total of 67 vacancies across Pay Levels 1 through 5).
, Central Govt Jobs, , -->📌 RRC SR Sports Person Recruitment 2026: Overview
Southern Railway (RRC SR) has officially announced an employment notification inviting eligible candidates to fill Sports Person Job vacancies for the 2026 recruitment cycle. Interested candidates who fulfill the prescribed educational qualification (10th, ITI, 12th, Bachelor's Degree) are invited to apply before the official Post closing date.
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Southern Railway, Chennai has released the official recruitment notification under Employment Notice No. RRC-02/Sports/2026-27 for sportspersons against the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement).
(Note: While some preliminary job postings initially advertised 62 positions, the official notification confirms a total of 67 vacancies across Pay Levels 1 through 5).
Sports Person
📅 Important Dates & Deadlines RRC SR Sports Person
Please review the scheduled timeline and submit your application well before the deadline:
- Application Starts:September 26, 2026 (09:00 hrs)
- Last Date to Apply:October 25, 2026 (23:59 hrs)
💰 Application Fee Details for RRC SR Job
Review the prescribed fee structure applicable to candidates applying for this post:
UR / OBC / EWS:₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in sports trials, minus bank charges).
SC / ST / Women / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Minorities / EBC:₹250 (Full ₹250 refunded after appearing in sports trials, minus bank charges)
👤 Age Limit Criteria
Verify whether your current age falls within the prescribed age bracket:
18 to 25 Years🎓 Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess the requisite educational background as stipulated below:
- Bachelor's Degree / Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
- 12th (+2 stage) pass or equivalent; OR 10th pass with ITI / Apprenticeship for technical categories.
- 10th Pass, ITI, or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT.
📊 Vacancy Breakdown
The post-wise and category-wise breakdown of vacancies announced for this recruitment:
📝 Selection Process
The recruitment commission will select eligible candidates through the following stages:
Sports Trials (40 Marks):Assesses game skills, physical fitness, and coach's observation.Candidates must score at least 25 marks to be declared FIT.
Recognized Sports Achievements (50 Marks):Evaluation of valid certificates and achievements.
Educational Qualification (10 Marks).
Document Verification & Medical Examination.
🔗 Official Notifications and Website
Access the official recruitment advertisement and the primary portal via the links below:
📝 Direct Application Form
Access the direct registration and online submission portal before the deadline:
- Online Application Link:Click Here to Apply Online
- Application Status:Open until October 25, 2026 (23:59 hrs)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the closing date for RRC SR Sports Person Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your application is October 25, 2026 (23:59 hrs).
How many total vacancies are announced for Sports Person?
A total of 67 posts have been officially published under this recruitment cycle.
What is the educational qualification required to apply?
Candidates must satisfy the required educational standard: 10th, ITI, 12th, Bachelor's Degree.
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