RRC NER Sports Quota Recruitment 2025
This recruitment drive is being conducted by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur, to hire talented sportspersons for various posts in the Indian Railways.
I. Key Highlights of the Recruitment
| Feature | Detail |
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur |
| Post Names | Group ‘C’ and Erstwhile Group ‘D’ (Sports Quota) |
| Total Vacancies | 49 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Level-1, Level-2/3, and Level-4/5 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Job Location | Anywhere within the North Eastern Railway (NER) zone |
| Application Dates | Start: 11th October 2025; Last Date: 10th November 2025 (up to 18:00 hrs) |
II. Vacancy Breakdown by Pay Level
The 49 vacancies are distributed across three pay levels:
| Post Category | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Number of Vacancies |
| Group ‘C’ | Level-4/5 (GP ₹2400/2800) | 05 |
| Group ‘C’ | Level-2/3 (GP ₹1900/2000) | 16 |
| Erstwhile Group ‘D’ | Level-1 (GP ₹1800) | 28 |
| Total | 49 |
The recruitment covers a wide range of sports, including Athletics, Wrestling, Handball, Kabaddi, Cricket, Volleyball, Hockey, Football, Weightlifting, Swimming, Basketball, and Boxing.
III. Eligibility Criteria
The criteria are based on three main factors: Educational Qualification, Age Limit, and Sports Achievements.
A. Educational Qualification:
For Level-1 Posts (GP ₹1800): Matriculation (10th) OR ITI OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC).
For Level-2/3 Posts (GP ₹1900/2000): 10+2 (Intermediate) or its equivalent.
For Level-4/5 Posts (GP ₹2400/2800): University Degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
B. Age Limit (As of 01st January 2026):
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 25 years
Birth Window: Candidates must be born between 02/01/2001 and 01/01/2008 (both inclusive).
Note: No age relaxation is permissible for any category.
C. Sports Achievements (Achievements from 01.04.2023 onwards will be considered):
| Pay Level | Minimum Required Norms |
| Level-4/5 | Represented the country in Category-B championships OR Secured at least 3rd position in Category-C championships or Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships. |
| Level-2/3 | Secured at least 3rd position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior Category) OR Represented a State/equivalent unit in Senior National Championships with at least an 8th position. |
| Level-1 | Represented the country in Category-C championships OR Secured at least 3rd position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior Category) OR Represented a state in Senior National Championships. |
IV. Salary and Benefits
The salary is based on the 7th CPC Pay Matrix and includes various allowances, making it a financially secure career:
Basic Pay: Level-1 starts at ₹18,000; Level-5 starts at ₹29,200.
Total Salary: Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance (DA) + House Rent Allowance (HRA) + Transport Allowance (TA).
Additional Perks: Medical facilities, railway passes for travel, contribution to the National Pension System (NPS), and opportunities for promotion.
V. Selection Process
The selection is based on a two-stage process that evaluates both sports skills and achievements/qualifications.
Stage 1: Sports Trial (40 Marks)
Assessment Areas: Game skill, physical fitness, and coach's observations.
Qualifying Criteria: A candidate must score a minimum of 25 marks to be declared 'FIT' and proceed to the next stage.
Stage 2: Final Merit Assessment (100 Marks Total)
The final merit list will be prepared based on the score distribution below:
| Assessment Component | Maximum Marks |
| Assessment of Sports Achievements | 50 Marks |
| Performance in Sports Trial | 40 Marks |
| Educational Qualification | 10 Marks |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
The final appointment will be offered strictly based on the overall merit score.
VI. Application Fee
The fee structure includes a partial/full refund for candidates who appear in the trial.
| Category | Fee Amount | Refund Policy (if appeared in trial) |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Women, Minorities, EBC | ₹ 250/- | Fully refundable |
| All Other Candidates | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 400/- will be refunded |
VII. How to Apply
The application process is exclusively online, requiring applicants to:
Visit the official North Eastern Railway website and navigate to the "RRC Recruitment" link.
Fill out the application form carefully.
Upload required scanned documents (photograph, signature, certificates).
Pay the application fee online.
Download and print the final submitted application form.
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