SER Sports Persons Recruitment (Open Advertisement) 2026
Updated: By NaukriZila Editorial
- Total Posts
- 54
- Last Date
- 30 Nov 2026
- 35 days left
- Application Fee
- ₹ 500/-
- UR/OBC
- Age Limit
- 18 – 25 years
South Eastern Railway is recruiting 54 Sports Persons under the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) 2026-27. Applications are open from 31 Oct 2026 to 30 Nov 2026 (23:59). Candidates must be Indian nationals aged 18-25, meet sports achievements from 1 Apr 2024, and satisfy the required educational qualifications.
South Eastern Railway (SER) has issued a notification for the recruitment of Sports Persons against the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) 2026-27. The advertisement, SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27, offers 54 posts across Group C and D levels, with specific eligibility criteria and a competitive selection process based on sports trials and document verification.
Important Dates
| Date of Publication of Notification on website | 26 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Opening date and time of Online Applications | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date and time of Online Applications | 30 Nov 2026 |
| Date of Sports Trials | will be intimated from time to time through the website www.rrcser.co.in |
Application Fee
Payment: Online through Internet Banking or Debit or Credit Cards
Age Limit
18 – 25 years(as on 01 Jan 2027)
No age relaxation (upper or lower) is permissible
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Group ‘C’ Level-4/Level-5 | 5 | University Degree or its equivalent from recognized University |
| Group ‘C’ Level-2/Level-3 | 16 | Passed class 12th (10+2) or equivalent OR Passed Matriculation plus Apprenticeship OR Passed class 10th plus ITI or equivalent |
| Group ‘D’ Level-1 | 33 | 10th pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT |
Eligibility
- Indian nationals
- Minimum 18 years and maximum 25 years as on 01.01.2027
- No age relaxation
- Must have required sports achievements on or after 01.04.2024 as per detailed sports norms
- Educational qualifications as per post level
- Candidates must upload relevant certificates and documents
- No relaxation in minimum educational qualification
- Candidates must produce original documents on the day of trials
Selection Process
- 1Performance in sports Trials→
- 2Certificate (Sports & Educational) Verification by Recruitment Committee
How to Apply
- 1Apply online at www.rrcser.co.in via the Sports Quota (OA) 2026-27 link
- 2Fill personal details and upload required documents
- 3Pay examination fee online
- 4Submit application before closing date
- 5Keep registration number for future correspondence
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Should You Apply?
Candidates with a strong track record in national or international sports events, especially those who have achieved the required norms from 1 April 2024, should prioritise this recruitment. The competition is intense, as the 54 posts are distributed across Group C (Level‑4/5 and Level‑2/3) and Group D (Level‑1) positions, each demanding specific educational qualifications. Unlike previous cycles, there is no age relaxation, and the selection hinges solely on performance in the sports trials and the authenticity of certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the application dates?+
Applications open on 31 October 2026 and close on 30 November 2026 (23:59).
What is the age limit?+
Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years old as on 1 January 2027; no age relaxation is allowed.
What is the application fee?+
The fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex Servicemen/Persons, Women, Minorities and Economically Backward Classes.
How can I apply?+
Apply online at www.rrcser.co.in via the Sports Quota (OA) 2026-27 link, fill in personal details, upload required documents, pay the fee online, and submit before the closing date.
Questions & Answers
Information is taken from the official notification. Always verify on the official website before applying.