East Coast Railway Recruitment 2026 has been announced under the Sports Quota, offering a total of 5 vacancies for Sports Persons. Candidates who have completed 10th pass or ITI are eligible to apply. The application process is offline, and interested candidates must submit the filled form on or before 09 February 2026. Applications should be sent through the official East Coast Railway website: rrcbbs.org.in.
The official notification provides complete information regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, pay scale, selection process, and other important details. This article helps candidates understand the East Coast Railway Sports Quota 2026 requirements and guides them on how to apply offline for railway recruitment successfully. Direct links to the notification and application form are also provided for convenience
Overview of East Coast Railway Recruitment 2026
- Company Name: East Coast Railway (ECoR)
- Post Name: Sports Persons (Against Sports Quota)
- Total Number of Posts: 05
- Advertisement Number: ECoR/Pers/SPQ(OA)/2025-26
- Salary / Pay Scale: As per Pay Level-1, Level-2 & Level-3
- Educational Qualification:
- Level-1: 10th Pass / ITI
- Level-2 & Level-3: 12th Pass
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years (as on 01.07.2026)
- Start Date for Application: 10 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 09 February 2026
- Last Date (For Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep): 24 February 2026
- Mode of Application: Offline
- Official Website: www.rrcbbs.org.in
Vacancy Details for East Coast Railway Recruitment 2026
Athletics
Category: Men
No. of Vacancies: 01
Weight Lifting
Category: Men
No. of Vacancies: 01
Weight Lifting
Category: Women
No. of Vacancies: 01
Archery
Category: Men
No. of Vacancies: 01
Weight Lifting
Category: Women
No. of Vacancies: 01
Grand Total Vacancies: 05
East Coast Railway Sports Quota 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (10th / ITI)
- Level-2 & Level-3 (GP ₹2000 / ₹1900):
- 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent examination pass.
- Matriculation pass candidates with ITI Certificate or prescribed Railway training are also eligible for Tech-III / Level-2 (GP ₹1900).
- Level-1 (GP ₹1800):
- 10th Pass / ITI / equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.
- Note:
- No relaxation in minimum educational qualification is allowed. Candidates must submit self-attested copies of qualification certificates with the application and produce original documents at the time of trials.
Sports Achievement Eligibility
- Candidate must be an active sportsperson with achievements on or after 01.04.2023.
- Sports certificates must be issued by recognized International/National/State Federations and approved by Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB).
Minimum Sports Norms
For Level-2 / Level-3 (GP ₹1900 / ₹2000)
- Represented India in Category-B events, OR
- 3rd position or above in Category-C Championships, OR
- 3rd position or above in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships, OR
- 3rd position or above in National Games / All India Inter-University Championships, OR
- 1st position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior).
For Level-1 (GP ₹1800)
Represented India in Category-C events, OR
- 3rd position or above in Federation Cup Championships (Senior), OR
- Represented a State/Unit with at least 8th position in Senior National Championships (except Marathon & Cross-Country).
- International Championship Categories
- Category-A: Olympic Games (Senior)
- Category-B: World Cup, World Championships, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Youth Olympics, Davis Cup, Champions trophy, Thomas/Uber Cup
- Category-C: Commonwealth Championships, Asian Championships/Asia Cup, SAF Games, USIC World Railways Championships, World University Games
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- Matriculation or its equivalent certificate from recognized Board should be submitted for date of birth proof
- No age relaxation is allowed even for SC/ST/OBC candidates
Application fees:
For All Candidates (Except Reserved Categories):
- Application Fee: ₹500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only)
- Refund: ₹400/- will be refunded to candidates who actually appear for the selection process.
For SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PWDs / Women / Minorities / Economic Backward Classes (Annual family income less than ₹50,000):
- Application Fee: ₹250/- (Rupees Two Hundred Fifty Only)
- Refund: Full application fee will be refunded to candidates who actually appear for the selection process.
Important Dates – East Coast Railway Recruitment 2026
- Date of Issue of Notification: 10 January 2026
- Closing Date for Application (General Candidates): 09 February 2026 at 18:00 Hrs
- Closing Date for Application (Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep Residents): 24 February 2026 at 18:00 Hrs
- Sports Achievements Eligibility Date: Achievements on or after 01 April 2023 will be considered
- Age Calculation Date: As on 01 July 2026
Selection Process for East Coast Railway Sports Quota 2026
- Selection will be based on performance in Sports Trials and verified Sports Achievements.
- Sports & Educational Certificates Verification will be conducted by a duly constituted Recruitment Committee of East Coast Railway.
- Date and Venue for Sports Trials and Certificate Verification will be informed separately to eligible candidates.
Distribution of Marks (Total: 100 Marks)
- Recognized Sports Achievements (as per norms): 50 Marks
- Game Skill, Physical Fitness & Coach’s Observation during Trial: 40 Marks
Educational Qualification: 10 Marks
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- Level-2 / Level-3 (GP ₹1900 / ₹2000): Minimum 65 Marks out of 100
- Level-1 (GP ₹1800): Minimum 60 Marks out of 100
How to Apply Offline for Railway Recruitment 2026
- Download the application form from the official website:
- www.rrcbbs.org.in or www.eastcoastrail.indianrailways.gov.in
- Fill the application form carefully in your own handwriting using blue/black ball point pen only.
- Application form must be filled either in English or Hindi.
- Affix one recent passport size photograph (4 cm × 5 cm) on the application form.
- Attach one extra loose photograph with Name, Date of Birth, and Signature written on the back.
- Clearly mention two physical identification marks and provide two Left Thumb Impressions (LTI) in the form.
- Enclose self-attested Xerox copies of all required certificates related to age, educational qualification, caste/category, and sports achievements.
- Pay the application fee through:
- Demand Draft from any Nationalized Bank, or
- Crossed Indian Postal Order,
- drawn in favour of “Principal Financial Adviser, East Coast Railway”, payable at Bhubaneswar.
- Write clearly on the top of the envelope:
- “Application against Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) recruitment for the year 2025-26”
- Mention the sports discipline, event, and playing position applied for clearly in the application.
- Send the application by Ordinary Post / Speed Post to:
- The Dy. Chief Personnel Officer (Rectt.)
- 2nd Floor, South Block, Rail Sadan,
- PO-Mancheswar, Chandrasekharpur,
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751017
- Alternatively, drop the application in the Drop Box available at:
- Office of the Principal Chief Personnel Officer,
- 2nd Floor, South Block, Rail Sadan,
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751017
- Application must reach on or before 09 February 2026 (18:00 Hrs).
- For Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep residents, last date is 24 February 2026 (18:00 Hrs).
- Candidates must bring original documents of Date of Birth, Educational Qualification, Sports Achievements, and Photo ID proof on the day of Sports Trials.
East Coast Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
- Application Form: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Apply for more jobs:- click here
Candidates are advised to visit the official website for the latest updates and official notification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ Who can apply for East Coast Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who have passed 10th, ITI, or 12th and possess the required sports achievements as per Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) norms are eligible to apply. Applicants must be active sportspersons with achievements on or after 01 April 2023.
❓ What is the last date to apply for East Coast Railway Sports Persons Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the offline application form is 09 February 2026 (till 18:00 Hrs) for general candidates. For residents of Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep, the last date is 24 February 2026 (till 18:00 Hrs).
❓ How will candidates be selected for East Coast Railway Sports Quota posts?
Selection will be based on Sports Trials, Sports Achievements, and Educational Qualification. Candidates must qualify the trial by securing the minimum required marks, and final selection will be made purely on merit as per the vacancies notified.
