East Coast Railway (ECoR) has released an official notification for recruitment of 05 Sports Persons against Sports Quota for the year 2025–26. Eligible candidates with 10th Pass / ITI / 12th qualifications can apply through offline mode. The last date to submit the application form is 09 February 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Name | East Coast Railway (ECoR) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Sports Persons (Sports Quota) |
| Total Vacancies | 05 |
| Advertisement No. | ECoR/Pers/SPQ(OA)/2025-26 |
| Salary | Pay Level-1, Level-2, Level-3 |
| Qualification | 10th / ITI / 12th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 Years (as on 01-07-2026) |
| Application Start Date | 10 January 2026 |
| Last Date | 09 February 2026 |
| Official Website | www.rrcbbs.org.in |
Vacancy Details
| Discipline | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics | Men | 1 |
| Weight Lifting | Men | 1 |
| Weight Lifting | Women | 2 |
| Archery | Men | 1 |
| Total | 05 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Level-2 & Level-3: 12th Pass or equivalent
- 10th / ITI candidates eligible for Level-1 posts
- No relaxation in minimum educational qualification
Sports Achievements
- Must be an active sportsperson
- Achievements should be after 01 April 2023
- Certificates must be issued by recognized Sports Federations
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- No age relaxation applicable
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 | ₹400 refunded after appearing in trials |
| SC / ST / Women / PWD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 | Full refund after appearing in trials |
Fee must be paid via Demand Draft or Indian Postal Order in favour of Principal Financial Adviser, East Coast Railway, payable at Bhubaneswar.
—Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 January 2026 |
| Last Date (General) | 09 February 2026 |
| Last Date (Islands) | 24 February 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 July 2026 |
Selection Process
- Sports Trials Performance
- Sports & Educational Certificate Verification
- Merit-based Final Selection
Marks Distribution
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Sports Achievement | 50 |
| Trial Performance | 40 |
| Educational Qualification | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
How to Apply Offline
- Download application form from www.rrcbbs.org.in
- Fill form in English or Hindi using blue/black pen
- Attach passport-size photograph
- Enclose self-attested certificates
- Attach DD/IPO for application fee
- Write on envelope: Application for Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26
- Send to:
Address:
The Dy. Chief Personnel Officer (Rectt.)
2nd Floor, South Block, Rail Sadan,
Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751017
Important Instructions
- Applications must reach before the closing date
- No TA/DA for trials
- Original documents required at trial
- Recruitment purely merit-based
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the last date to apply for East Coast Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the offline application is 09 February 2026. For candidates from Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep, the last date is 24 February 2026.
2. How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
A total of 05 Sports Persons vacancies are available under the East Coast Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026.
3. What is the age limit for East Coast Railway Sports Quota posts?
Candidates must be between 18 to 25 years as on 01 July 2026. No age relaxation is applicable.
4. What educational qualifications are required?
Applicants must have passed 10th / ITI / 12th depending on the Pay Level of the post. No relaxation in minimum qualification is allowed.
5. What is the application mode?
The application mode is Offline only. Candidates must send their filled application form by post or drop it at the Railway office.
6. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on Sports Trials, Sports Achievements, and Educational Qualification. Final merit will be prepared discipline-wise.
7. Is there any application fee?
Yes. General candidates must pay ₹500, while SC/ST/Women/PWD/Ex-Servicemen candidates pay ₹250. The fee is refundable after appearing in trials.
8. Where can I download the application form?
The application form can be downloaded from the official website: www.rrcbbs.org.in.
