The Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs, has invited online applications from meritorious male and female sportspersons for 182 Head Constable (GD) and 339 Constable (GD) posts under Sports Quota-2026, a total of 521 vacancies. Online applications start on 12 October 2026 and close on 11 November 2026. Eligible sportspersons who are ordinarily residents of India can read the details below and apply on the official CRPF recruitment website.
CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Recruitment Name | Meritorious Sportspersons, Sports Quota-2026 |
| Post Names | Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD) |
| Total Vacancies | 521 (tentative) |
| Who Can Apply | Male and female candidates who are ordinarily residents of India |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Helpline | 011-26160255 |
| Official Website | rect.crpf.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 12 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 11 November 2026 |
| Correction / modification window in submitted application | 12 November to 14 November 2026 |
Post-Wise Vacancy and Pay Details
| Post | Male | Female | Total | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head Constable (GD), Sports Quota | 150 | 32 | 182 | Pay Matrix-04 | ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 |
| Constable (GD), Sports Quota | 258 | 81 | 339 | Pay Matrix-03 | ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 |
| Total | 408 | 113 | 521 |
The vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease at any stage of the recruitment process for administrative reasons. Discipline-wise and event-wise vacancies are given in the detailed notification on the CRPF recruitment website.
Eligibility, Age Limit, Fee and Selection Process
The short notice does not list the educational qualification, age limit, application fee, sports achievement requirements or selection stages. These are in the detailed notification on rect.crpf.gov.in. Read it fully before you apply, and check your discipline, level of competition and certificates against it.
How to Apply for CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CRPF recruitment website: rect.crpf.gov.in
- Open the detailed notification for Head Constable and Constable (GD) under Sports Quota-2026 and read it carefully.
- Register and log in to the application portal once the window opens on 12 October 2026.
- Fill in the online form with correct details and upload the documents the portal asks for.
- Submit the application on or before 11 November 2026.
- Use the correction window, 12 to 14 November 2026, if you need to fix any details.
- Save a printout of the submitted application for future use.
Note: Apply early to avoid last-minute website traffic. Any change or corrigendum to the detailed advertisement will be published only on the CRPF recruitment website.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | rect.crpf.gov.in |
Helpline: 011-26160255
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in CRPF Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
There are 521 tentative vacancies: 182 for Head Constable (GD) and 339 for Constable (GD). Of these, 408 are for men and 113 for women.
What is the last date to apply?
11 November 2026. Applications start on 12 October 2026.
What is the salary?
Head Constable (GD) is in Pay Matrix-04, ₹25,500 to ₹81,100. Constable (GD) is in Pay Matrix-03, ₹21,700 to ₹69,100.
Can women apply?
Yes. 32 Head Constable and 81 Constable posts are for women candidates.
When can I correct my application?
Between 12 November and 14 November 2026.
Where can I find discipline-wise vacancies?
In the detailed notification on rect.crpf.gov.in.