Overview
Railway Recruitment Cell Northern Railway is inviting applications from talented sportspersons to join Indian Railways through the Sports Quota scheme. This is an excellent opportunity for athletes who have represented at national or international levels to secure government jobs while continuing their sporting careers.
Organization: Railway Recruitment Cell Northern Railway (RRC NR)
Total Vacancies: 21 Posts
Post Type: Sports Quota
Job Type: Group C
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: rrcnr.org
📅 Important Dates
Start of Online Application: 18th November 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 17th December 2025
Result / Selection List Release: To be announced
📍 Vacancy Details
| Game Events / Playing Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Boxing (Women) 75-80 KG | 1 |
| Athletics (Men) 100 Meters | 1 |
| Athletics (Women) 10 KM | 1 |
| Badminton (Women) Singles | 1 |
| Archery (Women) Compound | 1 |
| Cricket (Women) Opener | 1 |
| Cricket (Women) Wicket Keeper | 1 |
| Football (Men) Midfielder | 1 |
| Football (Men) Forward | 1 |
| Handball (Women) Left Wing | 1 |
| Handball (Women) Right Wing | 1 |
| Handball (Men) All Rounder | 1 |
| Kabaddi (Men) Right Cover | 1 |
| Hockey (Men) Midfielder | 1 |
| Hockey (Women) Mid Fielder | 1 |
| Kho-Kho (Men) All Rounder | 2 |
| Volleyball (Men) All Rounder | 1 |
| Volleyball (Men) Libero | 1 |
| Weight lifting (Men) 110+ KG | 1 |
| Table Tennis (Men) Singles | 1 |
| Total | 21 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess one of the following educational qualifications:
- Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University
- 12th Pass (+2 stage) or equivalent examination from a recognized institution
Important Note: For Clerk-Cum-Typist positions, candidates must acquire typing proficiency of 30 wpm in English or 25 wpm in Hindi within four years from the date of appointment.
💰 Salary Details (per month)
The pay scale varies based on educational qualification and level:
For Graduates:
- Level 4: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
- Level 5: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
For 12th Pass:
- Level 2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
- Level 3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
🎯 Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on:
- Sports achievement eligibility norms in championships held between 1st April 2023 and the notification date
- Only active players who meet the prescribed sports standards are eligible
- Physical trials and document verification
⏳ Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 25 years
Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules for reserved categories
💳 Application Fee
General/OBC Candidates: ₹500 (₹400 refundable after deducting bank charges if candidate appears in trial)
SC/ST/Women/Minorities/EWS: ₹250 (Fully refundable after deducting bank charges if candidate appears in trial)
Payment Mode: Online only
📑 How to Apply
- Visit the official website: rrcnr.org
- Read the complete notification carefully
- Click on “Apply Online” button
- Choose “New Application” if applying for the first time
- Complete the application in four parts (Part I to Part IV)
- Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee through online mode
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference
Important: Applications must be completed before the last date. You can fill the form in parts but ensure final submission before 17th December 2025.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
- Educational certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation)
- Sports achievement certificates
- Date of birth proof
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- ID proof (Aadhar/PAN/Voter ID)
📘 Important Links
| Link Type | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
Note: Only sportspersons with achievements in championships held on or after 1st April 2023 and who are currently active players are eligible to apply. Ensure all details are filled correctly as no changes will be allowed after final submission.
