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CRPF Recruitment 2026 – 521 Head Constable & Constable Posts, Online Apply
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) | Sports Quota 2026 | 22 Sports Disciplines | 10th Pass Eligible
521
Total Posts
₹100
Application Fee
18–23 Yrs
Age Limit
11 Nov
Last Date
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released an official recruitment notification for 521 Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) posts under the Sports Quota 2026. Eligible male and female sportspersons across 22 sports disciplines can apply online through the official CRPF portal (`rect.crpf.gov.in`) starting 12 October 2026 until 11 November 2026. Applicants must be aged 18–23 years as of 1 August 2026 and have passed 10th (for Constable) or 10+2 (for Head Constable) along with valid sports credentials.
🔔 Applications Open: CRPF Recruitment 2026 (Sports Quota) starts 12 October 2026. Last date to apply and pay fee: 11 November 2026, 11:59 PM. 10th & 12th pass sportspersons across 22 disciplines — apply now!
CRPF Recruitment 2026 – Quick Details
| Post Name |
Head Constable (GD) & Constable (GD) – Sports Quota |
| Organisation |
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) |
| Total Posts |
521 Posts (HC: 182 | CT: 339) |
| Pay Scale |
HC: ₹25,500–81,100 | CT: ₹21,700–69,100 |
| Qualification |
HC: 10+2 or equivalent | CT: Matriculation or equivalent |
| Age Limit |
18 to 23 years (as on 01.08.2026) |
| Application Fee |
₹100/- (UR/EWS/OBC) | Nil (SC/ST/Female/Ex-servicemen) |
| Selection Process |
Document Verification → Sports Trial → PST → Medical Exam |
| Apply Start Date |
12 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
11 November 2026 |
CRPF Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has released an employment notification for the recruitment of 521 Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) posts under the Sports Quota 2026, across 22 sports disciplines. The minimum educational qualification for these posts is 10th pass. Interested and eligible sportspersons can apply online till 11 November 2026.
✅ Sports Quota Entry: Meritorious sportspersons with achievements at International, National, Inter-University or Khelo India level are eligible – no separate written exam is required for most Sports Quota categories.
CRPF Vacancy Details
1. Head Constable (General Duty) – Sports Quota
182 Posts (Male 150, Female 32)
Pay: Pay Matrix-04, ₹25,500 – ₹81,100/-
Educational Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board/University, or equivalent Army qualification for Ex-Army personnel.
Age Limit: 18 to 23 years as on 01.08.2026.
2. Constable (General Duty) – Sports Quota
339 Posts (Male 258, Female 81)
Pay: Pay Matrix-03, ₹21,700 – ₹69,100/-
Educational Qualification: Matriculation or its equivalent from a recognized Board.
Age Limit: 18 to 23 years as on 01.08.2026.
Sports Qualification (Both Posts)
•Represented the country in recognized International Competitions/Meets with clearance from the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.
•Represented a State/UT in National Games/Championships or National Games organized by the Indian Olympic Association, with medals/positions up to 3rd place.
•Secured 1st/2nd position in Inter-University Tournaments (individual), or reached the finals in team events conducted by AIU/Inter-University Sports Board.
•Won Gold/Silver in Junior National level Games, State Schools/SGFI Games, or Khelo India University/Youth/Winter Games up to 3rd place.
Discipline-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Sports Discipline |
Posts |
Sports Discipline |
Posts |
| Aquatics (Swim/Dive/Polo) |
60 |
Archery |
3 |
| Athletics 🏆 |
101 |
Badminton |
5 |
| Basketball |
16 |
Body Building |
11 |
| Boxing |
20 |
Football |
22 |
| Gymnastics |
12 |
Handball |
12 |
| Hockey |
15 |
Judo |
16 |
| Kabaddi |
27 |
Karate |
17 |
| Shooting 🎯 |
53 |
Taekwondo |
14 |
| Volleyball |
20 |
Water Sports (Kayak/Canoe/Row) |
20 |
| Weightlifting |
19 |
Wushu |
20 |
| Wrestling |
26 |
Yoga (Yogasana) |
12 |
| Total – All Disciplines |
521 Posts |
🏆 Athletics (101) and Shooting (53) carry the highest vacancies. Candidates should ensure their sport and achievement level match the eligible discipline before applying.
Other Criteria & Age Relaxation
🌐 Citizenship: Candidates must be a citizen of India.
| Category |
Age Relaxation |
| UR |
5 Years |
| OBC-NCL |
8 Years |
| SC/ST |
10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen – UR |
8 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen – OBC/NCL |
11 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen – SC/ST |
13 Years |
Application Fee
UR / EWS / OBC₹100/-
SC / ST / Female / Ex-ServicemenNil
💳 Payment Mode: Fee can be paid online through the CRPF Recruitment Portal.
Important Dates of CRPF Vacancy 2026
Apply Starts
12 October 2026
⏰ Last Date
11 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM
How to Apply for CRPF Recruitment 2026
1
Scroll down and go to the Important Web-Links section below.
2
Click on the Online Application Form and complete the registration process by clicking New Registration.
3
In the next stage, click the Online Application Form link again and Login.
4
Fill in all your personal and educational details and upload the necessary documents.
5
At the end, pay the application fee and submit the form.
6
Don’t forget to take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Important Web-Links of CRPF Recruitment
Online Application Form
Opens 12 Oct 2026 | Closes 11 Nov 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
QWhat is the starting date to apply online for CRPF Recruitment?
The starting date to apply online for CRPF Recruitment is 12th October 2026.
QWhat is the last date to apply online for CRPF Recruitment?
The last date to apply online for CRPF Recruitment is 11th November 2026.
QHow many posts are vacant under CRPF Recruitment?
The number of vacant posts under CRPF Recruitment is 521 – 182 Head Constable and 339 Constable posts across 22 sports disciplines.
QWhat is the educational qualification for CRPF Recruitment 2026?
Minimum qualification is 10th pass (Matriculation) for Constable and 10+2 for Head Constable, along with the prescribed sports achievement criteria.
QWhat is the application fee for CRPF Recruitment 2026?
₹100/- for UR/EWS/OBC candidates. The fee is Nil for SC/ST, Female and Ex-servicemen candidates.
Apply Online Now – CRPF Recruitment 2026 | Last Date: 11 Nov 2026
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