Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway — Indian Railways
Cut-off Date: 14 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 15 Aug 1999 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 15 Aug 1999 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 15 Aug 1996 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Aug 1994 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Aug 1994 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 15 Aug 1989 to 14 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 14 Aug 2026)
The Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway has issued an official recruitment notification for Group C & D Posts (Sports Quota), announcing a total of 59 vacancies located in Maharashtra. The online application window opens on 15 July 2026 and closes on 14 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Varies by pay level; refer to official notification. and be within the prescribed age limit of Details to be provided in the final notification., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix for respective levels.. The selection procedure comprises Based on sports trials and assessment of sports achievements.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 15 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
14 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Group C & D Posts (Sports Quota) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 59 |
| Qualification | Varies by pay level; refer to official notification. |
| Age Limit | Details to be provided in the final notification. |
| Salary | As per 7th CPC Pay Matrix for respective levels. |
| Application Fee | To be specified in the detailed notification. |
| Selection Process | Based on sports trials and assessment of sports achievements. |
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway, has issued an indicative notification for the recruitment of 59 vacancies under the Sports Quota for the 2026-27 cycle. This drive is open to meritorious sportspersons across various disciplines for positions in Group 'C' and erstwhile Group 'D' categories.
| Level | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | 05 |
| Level 3/2 | 16 |
| Level 1 | 38 |
| Total | 59 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
Applicants must be citizens of India and meet the specific sports achievement criteria as mandated by the Railway Board. Educational qualifications and age limits are defined per the pay level of the post, with detailed information expected to be released alongside the comprehensive notification on the official website.
Candidates are advised to ensure their sports certificates strictly adhere to the formats mentioned in the official notification. Incomplete forms or errors in data entry regarding sports medals and participation levels are frequent causes for rejection. Ensure that all digital copies of documents are clear, legible, and conform to the specified file size requirements.
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