This is a comprehensive overview of the Border Security Force (BSF) Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 for the post of Constable (General Duty - GD), exclusively for talented athletes.
| Feature | Details |
| Post Name | Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancies | 391 (197 Male, 194 Female) |
| Salary/Pay Scale | Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100/-) as per 7th CPC |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 16th October 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 4th November 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 4th November 2025 |
A total of 391 vacancies are available for both male and female candidates across a wide range of 25 sports disciplines.
| Sport/Discipline | Male Vacancies | Female Vacancies |
| Archery | 4 | 4 |
| Athletics | 36 | 34 |
| Basketball | 6 | 12 |
| Badminton | 2 | 3 |
| Boxing | 11 | 7 |
| Cycling | 4 | 4 |
| Diving | 6 | 5 |
| Equestrian | 4 | 1 |
| Fencing | 3 | 5 |
| Football | 5 | 6 |
| Gymnastics | 3 | 6 |
| Handball | 6 | 10 |
| Hockey | 6 | 6 |
| Judo | 6 | 8 |
| Kabaddi | 6 | 8 |
| Karate | 7 | 6 |
| Sepak Takraw | 2 | 2 |
| Shooting | 6 | 7 |
| Swimming | 16 | 8 |
| Table Tennis | 2 | 2 |
| Taekwondo | 8 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 8 | 8 |
| Water Polo | 4 | 2 |
| Water Sports | 8 | 12 |
| Weightlifting | 5 | 6 |
| Wrestling (Free Style) | 6 | 7 |
| Wrestling (GR) | 8 | 0 |
| Wushu | 7 | 7 |
| Yoga | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 197 | 194 |
Candidates must meet the following requirements before applying:
Must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) or its equivalent from a recognized board.
International Level: Players who have participated in or won a medal in any International Sports event recognized by the International Olympic Association as a member of the Indian team.
National Level: Players who have won a medal (Gold, Silver, or Bronze) in any National Games/Championship or National Open Championship recognized by the Indian Olympic Association or the respective Sports Federation.
Note: This is applicable for competitions held between 04/11/2023 and 04/11/2025.
Age should be between 18 to 23 years as of 1st August 2025.
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer).
Height: 170 cms for Males and 157 cms for Females (relaxation available for certain categories).
Chest (Male only): 80 cms un-expanded, with a minimum expansion of 5 cms.
Medical Standards: Must be in good mental and bodily health, free from any physical defects. Minimum distant vision should be 6/6 and 6/9 for both eyes without correction.
The position offers a stable career with an attractive financial package:
Basic Pay: Under Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 to ₹69,100/-) of the 7th CPC.
In-Hand Salary: Significantly higher due to the inclusion of various allowances.
Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA).
Other Perks: Medical facilities for the candidate and family, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and coverage under the New Pension Scheme (NPS).
The selection process is merit-based and involves three main stages:
| Stage | Description |
| Stage 1: Scrutiny of Applications & Sports Achievements | All online applications are reviewed. A merit list is prepared based on marks awarded for the candidates' sports certificates and achievements. |
| Stage 2: Documentation and Physical Standard Test (PST) | Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of all original documents (educational, sports, caste, etc.) and physical measurements (height, chest) to check for conformity with the prescribed standards. |
| Stage 3: Detailed Medical Examination (DME) | Candidates who clear the PST will undergo a thorough medical check-up by a BSF medical board to assess their fitness as per the force's guidelines. |
Scanned copy of recent passport-size photograph and signature.
Matriculation (10th) certificate for age proof.
Caste certificate (if applicable).
Sports achievement certificates.
Domicile certificate or other proof of citizenship.
| Category | Fee |
| General (UR) / OBC | ₹159/- |
| SC / ST / Female | Exempted |
Visit the official BSF Recruitment website.
Find the “Current Recruitment Openings” section.
Click the link for “Recruitment of Meritorious Sports Persons to the post of Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota -2025”.
Register by providing basic details to create a profile.
Log in and fill out the detailed application form.
Upload the required scanned documents.
Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
Review the application and submit.
Download and print a copy for future reference.
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