Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has issued Advt. No. R.II-21/2026-Sports inviting online applications from meritorious sportspersons for 521 Head Constable and Constable vacancies across 22 sports disciplines. Selection is purely merit-based on sports achievements and field trials without any written exam.
| Parameter | Key Detail |
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| Recruiting Authority | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Advertisement Number | R.II-21/2026-Sports (Dated 17/09/2026) |
| Post Names | Head Constable (GD) & Constable (GD) under Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancies | 521 Posts (HC/GD: 182, CT/GD: 339) |
| Application Window | October 12, 2026 (09:00 hrs) to November 11, 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Application Correction Window | November 12, 2026 to November 14, 2026 |
| Pay Matrix Scale | HC/GD: Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100/-) CT/GD: Level-3 (Rs. 21,700 – 69,100/-) |
| Service Liability & Bond | All India/Abroad; Minimum 3-year service bond of Rs. 1,00,000/- |
| Official Website & Apply Link | rect.crpf.gov.in (Official Registration Portal) |
Eligibility and Age
Eligibility requirements go beyond basic age numbers. Applicants must review the exact cut-off dates, educational credentials, and sports certificates to prevent summary disqualification.
Exact Age Bounds & Relaxation Breakdown (Crucial Date: August 1, 2026)
Age is calculated strictly as of August 1, 2026. All candidates must have completed at least 18 years of age (born on or before August 1, 2008).
Mandatory Rule on Age Verification: The candidate’s Date of Birth will be verified strictly against their 10th Class / Matriculation Certificate. Aadhaar cards, affidavits, or school leaving certificates with discrepancies will result in immediate disqualification.
Open Quota Candidates (Meritorious Sportspersons)
| Category / Candidate Group | Allowed Age Limit | Born Between (Both Dates Inclusive) | Relaxation & Required Proof |
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| General / EWS (Standard) | 18 – 23 Years | 02-08-2003 to 01-08-2008 | No age relaxation. Standard open merit. |
| General / EWS (Sportsperson) | 18 – 28 Years | 02-08-1998 to 01-08-2008 | 5 Years sports relaxation. Must hold valid Form 1–5 (2024–2026). |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer - Sports) | 18 – 31 Years | 02-08-1995 to 01-08-2008 | 8 Years (5 yrs Sports + 3 yrs OBC). Requires Central OBC-NCL certificate. |
| SC / ST (Sportsperson) | 18 – 33 Years | 02-08-1993 to 01-08-2008 | 10 Years (5 yrs Sports + 5 yrs SC/ST). Requires Central Caste certificate. |
Special Categories (Ex-Servicemen & Central Govt Employees)
| Candidate Classification | Upper Age Limit | Eligible Birth Window | Conditions & Mandatory Documents |
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| Ex-Servicemen (General / EWS) | 28 Years + Service | Deduct military service from actual age | Discharge book + Sports certificates. Max age after deduction ≤ 28 yrs. |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC - Sports) | 31 Years + Service | Deduct military service from actual age | Discharge book + Central OBC certificate. Max age after deduction ≤ 31 yrs. |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC / ST - Sports) | 33 Years + Service | Deduct military service from actual age | Discharge book + SC/ST certificate. Max age after deduction ≤ 33 yrs. |
| Central Govt Civilian Employees (UR) | Up to 40 Years | 02-08-1986 to 01-08-2008 | Minimum 3 years regular service + Employer NOC (Annexure-A). |
| Central Govt Civilian Employees (SC/ST) | Up to 45 Years | 02-08-1981 to 01-08-2008 | Minimum 3 years regular service + Employer NOC (Annexure-A). |
Educational Qualifications (Mandatory by November 11, 2026)
- Head Constable (General Duty): Passed 10+2 (Intermediate / Senior Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized Central or State Board/University. Candidates awaiting results or appearing in exams are strictly ineligible.
- Constable (General Duty): Passed Matriculation (10th standard) or equivalent from a recognized educational board.
Sports Qualification Window & Recognized Competitions
Only sports achievements and certificates earned within the two years immediately preceding notification release—specifically from September 30, 2024, to September 30, 2026—are valid. Achievements before September 30, 2024, are barred.
- For Head Constable (GD): Must have represented the nation in recognized International Meets (with Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports clearance), won 1st to 3rd place in National Games/Senior National Championships, secured 1st/2nd position in Inter-University Tournaments (or reached team finals under AIU), or won Gold/Silver in Junior National level meets.
- For Constable (GD): Must have represented a State in Senior/Junior National Championships, won medals up to 3rd place in National School Games (SGFI), won medals up to 3rd place in Khelo India Youth/University/Winter Games, or represented a university in Inter-University Tournaments.
Disqualification Triggers & Key Rules
- Two-Year Performance Clause: Under recruitment conditions, appointed sports personnel are placed under observation by the Training Directorate for two years. If sports proficiency drops or performance falls below standards, service is liable for termination.
- Mandatory Rs. 1,00,000 Service Bond: Every selected sportsperson must execute a legal bond (Annexure-B) agreeing to serve CRPF for a minimum of 3 years to promote sports in the force before resigning or seeking alternative civilian employment.
- One Post Limitation: A candidate may register for only one post and one specific discipline. Submitting multiple registration profiles leads to immediate cancellation of all submissions and debarment.
- Government Employee NOC: In-service candidates in Central or State departments must submit a No Objection Certificate (Annexure-A) at document verification. Applications without an official employer NOC are rejected on the spot.
Vacancy & Reservation Breakdown
CRPF offers 521 positions divided between Head Constable (GD) and Constable (GD). Because recruitment operates under the meritorious sports person quota, vacancies are allocated strictly by discipline and event rather than conventional social caste quotas, while age concessions are extended to reserved categories.
| Sports Discipline | Constable (GD) Male | Constable (GD) Female | Head Constable (GD) Male | Head Constable (GD) Female | Total Seats |
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| Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo) | 29 | 8 | 20 | 3 | 60 |
| Archery (Recurve, Indian Round) | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Athletics (Track, Field, Marathon, Walks) | 50 | 10 | 37 | 4 | 101 |
| Badminton | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Basketball | 10 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 16 |
| Bodybuilding | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 11 |
| Boxing | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 20 |
| Football | 15 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 22 |
| Gymnastics (All-Rounder) | 8 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| Handball | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| Hockey | 9 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 15 |
| Judo | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 16 |
| Kabaddi | 18 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 27 |
| Karate (Kumite, Kata) | 7 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 17 |
| Shooting (Rifle, Pistol) | 26 | 6 | 19 | 2 | 53 |
| Taekwondo (Kyurogi) | 4 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 14 |
| Volleyball | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 20 |
| Water Sports (Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing) | 6 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 20 |
| Weightlifting | 5 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 19 |
| Wushu (Taolu, Sanda) | 9 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 20 |
| Wrestling (Free Style, Greco Roman) | 10 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 26 |
| Yoga (Yogasana) | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| Total Vacancies | 258 | 81 | 150 | 32 | 521 |
Step-by-Step Portal Walkthrough
All applications are processed solely through the CRPF Recruitment web system. Offline submissions are rejected without inspection.
[Official Portal: rect.crpf.gov.in]
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[Create Candidate Profile & Verify Mobile/Email via OTP]
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[Enter Personal, Domicile & Aadhaar Identity Data]
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[Select Post: HC/GD or CT/GD + Choose Sports Discipline & Event]
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[Upload Digital Documents, High-Res Photo, Signature & Thumb Impression]
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[Pay Rs. 100 Application Fee (UR/OBC/EWS Males) / Fee Exempt for Females & SC/ST]
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[Download & Print Final Submitted Application Form with Application Number]Step 1: Account Registration & Aadhaar Linking
- Navigate to https://rect.crpf.gov.in.
- Click on New Registration – Recruitment of Meritorious Sportspersons in CRPF 2026.
- Enter your full name, active mobile number, and personal email ID. Validate the profile using the one-time password (OTP).
- Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number ([12-Digit ID Number]) and verify that the identity name matches your matriculation certificate.
Step 2: Form Details & Discipline Selection
- Log in with your registration credentials and choose either Head Constable (GD) or Constable (GD).
- Select your designated sports discipline, specific weight category, or playing position from the drop-down menu.
- Fill in education credentials, board details, passing year, and roll number.
- Input sports achievement details: competition level, organizing federation, medal position, tournament dates, and awarding authority.
Step 3: Document Uploads & Specification Limits
Ensure scanned files are prepared according to prescribed dimensions and file limits before uploading:
- Passport Photograph: 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, recent color photograph against a light background, 20 KB to 50 KB in JPG/JPEG format.
- Signature: Clear running-hand signature on white paper with black/blue ink, 10 KB to 20 KB in JPG/JPEG format.
- Left Thumb Impression (LTI): Clear ink impression, 10 KB to 20 KB in JPG/JPEG format.
- Educational Certificates: 10th marksheet for date of birth proof and 10+2 certificate (for HC), 100 KB to 300 KB in PDF format.
- Sports Merit Certificate: Official Form 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 signed by the designated secretary or director, 100 KB to 300 KB in PDF format.
- Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate: Central format certificate issued by a competent revenue officer, 100 KB to 300 KB in PDF.
Step 4: Fee Payment & Final Confirmation
- Male candidates in UR, OBC, and EWS categories must complete the online payment of Rs. 100/- via Net Banking, UPI, or Debit/Credit Card.
- Female applicants, SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen will see the fee automatically set to zero.
- Verify every entered field before hitting the final submit button. Download and print at least two hard copies of the confirmation page with the generated Application Number.
Application Mistakes That Cause Rejection
The recruitment board applies strict screening rules. The following three document verification errors lead to outright rejection:
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Submitting Sports Certificates from Unrecognized Bodies or Unauthorized Signatories: A standard participation certificate signed by a local club coach, private sports academy, or unapproved federation is invalid. Sports qualification certificates must strictly match official Government of India proformas:
- International: Signed personally by the Secretary of the National Sports Federation (Annexure-J / Form-1).
- National: Signed by the Secretary of the National Federation or State Association (Annexure-K / Form-2).
- Inter-University: Signed by the Dean of Sports or university sports officer (Annexure-L / Form-3).
- School Games: Signed by the Director or Joint/Deputy Director of Education/DPI of the State (Annexure-M / Form-4).
- Khelo India: Signed by the designated SAI officer (Annexure-N / Form-5). Submitting an unapproved format causes instant cancellation without an option to appeal.
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Name, Date of Birth, or Parentage Mismatches Across Certificates: Any variation between the matriculation certificate, Aadhaar card, and sports merit certificates will halt verification. If initials, surname ordering, or parent names differ without a legally registered gazette notification or magistrate affidavit dated prior to the application closing date, the recruitment board will cancel your candidature.
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Invalid OBC Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) or Expired EWS Financial Year Certificates: OBC candidates must produce a Central Government format certificate (Annexure-E) along with a non-creamy layer undertaking (Annexure-F). State-level OBC certificates not included in the Central OBC list are not accepted. EWS candidates must possess an Income and Asset Certificate (Annexure-H) valid specifically for the financial year 2026–2027 issued on or before the closing date of November 11, 2026. Certificates dated after the deadline are treated as General category, eliminating category benefits.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Unlike traditional central paramilitary recruitment drives, this process does not include a written examination. Selection depends on verified sports merit marks, subject to clearing physical and trial standards.
Stage 1: Biometric Verification & Document Screening
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Stage 2: Physical Standard Test (PST) [Qualifying Only]
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Stage 3: Sports Trial Test [Conducted by Board of Officers - Qualifying Only]
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Stage 4: Merit List Compilation (Scored out of 100 from highest sports medal)
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Stage 5: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) & Review Medical (RME)Physical Standard Test (PST) Requirements
| Candidate Category | Male Height | Female Height | Male Chest (Normal) | Male Chest (Expansion) |
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| General / OBC / SC Candidates | 170 cm | 157 cm | 80 cm | Minimum 5 cm |
| Scheduled Tribes (All ST) | 162.5 cm | 150.0 cm | 76 cm | Minimum 5 cm |
| ST Candidates of North-Eastern States | 157.0 cm | 147.5 cm | 76 cm | Minimum 5 cm |
| ST Candidates of LWE-affected Districts | 160.0 cm | 147.5 cm | 76 cm | Minimum 5 cm |
| Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Dogras, Marathas, J&K, HP, Ladakh, Assam | 165.0 cm | 155.0 cm | 78 cm | Minimum 5 cm |
| North-Eastern States (Arunachal, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura) | 162.5 cm | 152.5 cm | 77 cm | Minimum 5 cm |
| Gorkha Territorial Administration (GTA) | 157.0 cm | 152.5 cm | 77 cm | Minimum 5 cm |
Important Links
| Link | Direct Action | Details |
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| Apply Now (Online Application) | Click Here | Direct link to register and apply online on the official portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here | Download official Advt. No. R.II-21/2026-Sports PDF notification |
| Official CRPF Recruitment Website | Click Here | Central Reserve Police Force official recruitment portal |
| Sports Certificate Proforma (Annexures J–N) | Click Here | Prescribed central formats (Forms 1 to 5) for meritorious sportspersons |
Sports Achievement Marking Scheme (Out of 100 Marks)
Marks are awarded exclusively for the single highest medal or level of participation achieved between September 30, 2024, and September 30, 2026. Multiple medals in the same or different meets are not combined.
| Level of Competition | Gold Medal | Silver Medal | Bronze Medal | Participation |
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| Olympic Games (Summer / Winter) | 100 | 96 | 92 | 80 |
| World Championship / World Cup | 90 | 86 | 82 | 70 |
| Asian Games / Commonwealth Games | 80 | 76 | 72 | 60 |
| Asian / Commonwealth Championship / Cup | 70 | 66 | 62 | 50 |
| Youth Olympic Games | 60 | 56 | 52 | 40 |
| Youth / Junior World Championship / Cup | 55 | 51 | 47 | 35 |
| Youth / Junior Asian / Commonwealth Meet | 50 | 46 | 42 | 30 |
| SAF Games / Recognized International (Min. 7 Countries) | 40 | 36 | 32 | 26 |
| National Games & Senior National (Individual Medal) | 30 | 26 | 22 | 12 |
| National Games & Senior National (Team Event) | 26 | 22 | 18 | 8 |
| Youth/Junior National, Inter-University, SGFI, Khelo India (Individual) | 20 | 16 | 12 | 6 |
| Youth/Junior National, Inter-University, SGFI, Khelo India (Team Event) | 16 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
Sports Trial Test & Medical Rules
- Trial Test: Every candidate must undergo an on-field skill assessment before the Board of Officers to verify physical form, match fitness, and motor qualities (strength, agility, endurance). The trial is qualifying in nature and carries no numerical marks, but failing disqualifies the applicant. Dope testing and videography are conducted.
- Medical Examination: Distance vision must be 6/6 and 6/9 without spectacles or lenses. Color blindness, knock knees, flat feet, squint, or varicose veins are grounds for unfitness. Tattoos are allowed only on the inner left forearm or dorsum of the hand, depicting religious symbols or names, occupying less than one-fourth of the limb.
