Indian Army — Army Sports Control Board
The Indian Army has issued an official recruitment notification for Havildar and Naib Subedar (Sports), announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in All India. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 10 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Matriculation (10th Pass) and be within the prescribed age limit of 17.5 to 25 years (born between 30 Sept 2001 and 01 Oct 2008), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per Army Pay Rules 2017. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting based on sports merit, Physical Fitness Test, Physical Standards Test, Skill Test, and Medical Examination.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
10 Jul 2026
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| Post Name | Havildar and Naib Subedar (Sports) |
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| Qualification | Matriculation (10th Pass) |
| Age Limit | 17.5 to 25 years (born between 30 Sept 2001 and 01 Oct 2008) |
| Salary | As per Army Pay Rules 2017 |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on sports merit, Physical Fitness Test, Physical Standards Test, Skill Test, and Medical Examination. |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 10 Jul 2026)
The Indian Army, through the Army Sports Control Board, has released the notification for Intake 06/2026, inviting applications from unmarried male and female candidates for the posts of Direct Entry Havildar (Sports) and Naib Subedar (Sports). This recruitment is reserved for outstanding sportspersons who have competed at the International, National, or Khelo India levels on or after 01 April 2024.
| Particulars | Details |
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| Post Names | Havildar & Naib Subedar (Sports) |
| Intake | Ser No 06/2026 |
| Application Mode | Offline (Registered Post) |
| Last Date | 2026-07-10 (1700 Hours) |
Candidates must ensure they meet the specific sports achievement criteria before applying. General eligibility requirements include:
The application process is strictly offline. Follow these steps to ensure your application is considered:
Yes, provided you produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your current employer at the time of the selection trials.
Candidates declared 'Medically Temporary Unfit' may request a review within 21 days. Those declared 'Medically Permanent Unfit' may appeal within 21 days upon payment of the required MRO fee.
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