Latest SER Sports Quota Vacancy 2026 – eligibility, age limit, sports criteria, salary & online form details
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 – The South Eastern Railway (SER) has officially released a recruitment notification for Sports Persons under Sports Quota. Through this recruitment drive, a total of 54 vacancies will be filled in Group C and Group D (Level-1 to Level-5) posts.
The SER Sports Quota Online Application Form 2026 is open from 10 January 2026 to 09 February 2026 on the official website rrcser.co.in. Candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualification and sports achievement criteria are advised to read the complete notification carefully before applying online.
Table of Contents
Recruitment Highlights of SER Sports Quota 2025–26
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | South Eastern Railway (SER) |
| Recruitment Name | Sports Quota Recruitment 2025–26 |
| Post Category | Group C & Group D |
| Total Vacancies | 54 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | South Eastern Railway Zone |
| Official Website | rrcser.co.in |
Important Dates for SER Sports Quota Online Form
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 31 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 February 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Sports Achievements Valid From | 01 April 2023 |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC | ₹500/- (₹400 refundable after appearing) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwD / Women / Minorities / EBC | ₹250/- (₹250 refundable after appearing) |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) |
Age Limit & Date of Birth Criteria
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- Date of Birth Range: Between 02 January 2001 and 01 January 2008
🔹 Note: No age relaxation is applicable for any category.
Educational Qualification Requirements
| Post Level | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-4 / Level-5 | University Degree or equivalent |
| Level-2 / Level-3 | 12th Pass (10+2) or equivalent |
| Level-1 | 10th Pass / ITI / NAC (NCVT) |
- Qualification must be from a recognized institution.
- Appearing candidates are not eligible to apply.
Sports Eligibility & Achievement Conditions
- Sports achievements must be obtained on or after 01 April 2023.
- Events must be conducted by federations recognized by MoYAS.
Level-4 / Level-5
- International representation OR
- Minimum 3rd position in major international tournaments.
Level-2 / Level-3
- Representation at National / International level
- Medal position in recognized championships.
Level-1
- Representation at State / National / International level as per notification norms.
Post-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Group C (Level-4 / Level-5) | 05 |
| Group C (Level-2 / Level-3) | 16 |
| Group D (Level-1) | 33 |
| Total | 54 |
Pay Scale & Salary Structure
- Salary will be paid as per 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix.
- Applicable pay levels: Level-1, Level-2, Level-3, Level-4 & Level-5 (post-wise).
- Additional allowances will be admissible as per Railway rules.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online for SER Sports Quota Recruitment
- Visit the official website rrcser.co.in.
- Click on “Online Application for Sports Quota 2025–26”.
- Complete new registration with basic details.
- Login using registration number and password.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature, LTI and sports certificates.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click He re |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
👉 A total of 54 posts are available.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
👉 09 February 2026.
Q3. Is age relaxation available for any category?
👉 No, age relaxation is not applicable.
Q4. From which date sports achievements are considered valid?
👉 From 01 April 2023 onwards.
