Overview
The Border Security Force (BSF), India’s premier border guarding force under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is launching a special recruitment drive for sportspersons. This is a fantastic opportunity for talented athletes across 30 sports disciplines to serve the nation while building a rewarding career.
If you’ve represented your state or country in sports competitions and won medals or participated at national/international levels between 15 January 2024 to 15 January 2026, this is your golden chance to join BSF as a Constable!
🏢Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Border Security Force (BSF) |
| Parent Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India |
| Headquarters | New Delhi |
| Organization Type | Central Paramilitary Force |
| Official Website | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
📊Recruitment Summary
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 549 Posts (277 Male + 272 Female) |
| Post Type | Constable (General Duty) – Sports Quota |
| Job Type | Permanent Government Position |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Portal | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
📅Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | December 2025 |
| Online Registration Opens | 27 December 2025 (12:01 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 January 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Sports Achievement Period | 15 January 2024 to 15 January 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 18 August 2025 |
⏰ Pro Tip: You have about 19 days to apply. Submit your application well before the deadline!
📍Vacancy Details – 549 Posts Across 30 Sports
Total Vacancies: 549 (277 Male + 272 Female)
Sports Disciplines Include:
30 different sports disciplines available with male and female vacancies:
- ⚽ Athletics (103 posts – HIGHEST)
- 🏊 Swimming (31 posts)
- 🤼 Wrestling (51 posts)
- 🥊 Boxing (30 posts)
- 🏸 Badminton, Basketball, Volleyball & more
- ⛹️ And 25 other sports including Kabaddi, Judo, Karate, Taekwondo, Shooting, Archery, Cycling, Gymnastics, Hockey, Football, Table Tennis, Handball, Fencing, Diving, Yoga, Wushu, Water Polo, Water Sports, Sepak Takraw, Cross Country, Equestrian
🎯 Highest Vacancies in:
- Athletics: 103 posts
- Wrestling: 51 posts
- Swimming: 31 posts
- Boxing: 30 posts
- Weightlifting: 24 posts
🎓Educational Qualifications
Minimum Education Required:
- Matriculation (10th Class) or equivalent from recognized board
- Your matriculation certificate will be used for age verification
Sports Qualification – You Must Have:
Participated or won medals between 15 January 2024 to 15 January 2026 in:
Individual Sports:
- International: Participated or won medals in international tournaments recognized by IOC/IOA/MOYAS as Indian team member
- National: Won medals in National Games, Senior National Championship, National Open Championship, or Youth/Junior National Championship
Team Sports:
- International: Participated or won medals in international tournaments
- National: Won medals while representing State/UT/Sports Control Board
- Important: Must be main playing member, NOT in reserve list
📌 Minimum Qualifying Marks: 12 marks required for all categories based on sports achievement level
💰Salary & Benefits (Per Month)
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 3 (7th CPC) |
| Basic Pay | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100/month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As per government rules |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Based on posting location |
| Total Expected Salary | ₹25,000 – ₹90,000+/month |
Additional Benefits:
- ✅ New Pension Scheme (NPS)
- ✅ Medical facilities for family
- ✅ Gratuity on retirement
- ✅ Annual increments
- ✅ Uniform & ration allowance
- ✅ Educational assistance for children
- ✅ Group Insurance Scheme
⏳Age Limit (as on 18 August 2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General/UR | 18 years | 23 years |
| SC/ST | 18 years | 28 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC (NCL) | 18 years | 26 years (3 years relaxation) |
📌 Important: Your Date of Birth in Matriculation Certificate is used for verification. OBC certificate must be obtained within one year before application deadline.
💳Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Male (General/UR) | ₹159 | Online |
| Male (OBC) | ₹159 | Online |
| Female (All Categories) | FREE | – |
| SC/ST (All) | FREE | – |
⚠️ Fee Instructions: Payment ONLINE ONLY. No refunds. Payment through other modes will lead to rejection.
🎯Selection Process (6 Stages)
Stage 1: Scrutiny of Applications
Online application review, document verification, minimum 12 marks required for admit card.
Stage 2: Documentation Verification
Original documents checked (age, education, caste, sports achievement), biometric identification captured.
Stage 3: Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Male: Height 170 cm, Chest 80 cm (5 cm expansion)
- Female: Height 157 cm
- Weight proportionate to height and age
Stage 4: Merit List Preparation
Based on sports achievement marking table, selected in order of merit.
Stage 5: Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
Medical fitness check according to BSF and MHA standards – ESSENTIAL for appointment.
Stage 6: Review Medical Examination (RME)
Appeal allowed within 24 hours against DME results with ₹25 fee.
📑How to Apply (10 Easy Steps)
Step 1-10 Application Process:
- Visit rectt.bsf.gov.in
- Read notification carefully
- Create profile with email & mobile
- Upload sports achievement certificate
- Fill application form accurately
- Enter education details
- Upload all required documents
- Select test centre
- Pay fee (if applicable)
- Submit & print confirmation
⚠️ IMPORTANT:
- ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED
- Provide genuine email & mobile number
- Don’t change contact after applying
- Submit before 15 January 2026 deadline
- Print confirmation for records
⚙️Key Documents Required
Essential Documents (Scanned, JPG/PDF, max 2-3 MB):
Age Proof:
- Matriculation (10th Class) Certificate – MUST HAVE
Sports Achievement (MOST IMPORTANT):
- Medal/Trophy certificate or Participation certificate
- Certificate from National Sports Federation/State Authority
- Competition announcement (national/international level)
- Proof of main playing member status (for team sports)
Identity Proof:
- Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License
Category Certificates (if applicable):
- SC/ST certificate from competent authority
- OBC (NCL) certificate (within 1 year old)
Photographs:
- 4-6 passport-size photos (3×4 cm, color, white background)
📘Important Links
✅Quick Eligibility Checklist
- I am an Indian citizen
- Age between 18-23 years (as on 18 August 2025)
- Passed Matriculation (10th Class) or equivalent
- Participated in sports competitions 15 Jan 2024 – 15 Jan 2026
- Won medals OR participated at national/international level
- Have valid Matriculation Certificate
- Have sports achievement certificates
- Belong to required category (if SC/ST/OBC)
- Have valid email & mobile number
- Not debarred from government employment
🎖️Why Join BSF?
- ✨ Serve India’s borders with dignity
- ✨ Permanent government position with job security
- ✨ Competitive salary ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 + allowances
- ✨ Your athletic talent valued and rewarded
- ✨ Career growth with regular promotions
- ✨ Comprehensive benefits (medical, pension, gratuity)
- ✨ Leadership training and development
- ✨ International exposure in sporting events
