NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 notification has been officially released by Northeast Frontier Railway, Maligaon, Guwahati, vide Employment Notification No. 04/2026. A total of 56 vacancies have been advertised for recruitment of sportspersons against Sports Quota through Open Advertisement, covering a wide range of sports disciplines such as Athletics, Archery, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Football, Golf, Kabaddi, Power Lifting, Table Tennis, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Eligible Indian sportspersons can apply online from 25 July 2026 to 24 August 2026 through the official NF Railway website. This is an excellent opportunity for talented sportspersons to secure a Railway job while continuing to represent their sport at the national and international level.
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NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 Overview – Apply Online for 56 Vacancies
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NF Railway), Maligaon, Guwahati |
| Employment Notification No. | 04/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Recruitment against Sports Quota through Open Advertisement |
| Total Vacancies | 56 |
| Pay Level | Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 of Pay Matrix (7th CPC) |
| Application Mode | Online (www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in) |
| Job Type | Indian Railways Job (Sports Quota) |
| Application Start Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 years as on 01 January 2027 |
| Official Website | www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 is a golden opportunity for sportspersons who have represented the country or achieved podium finishes at recognized national/international championships. Selection is based on a Trial of sports performance followed by an Interview, with a final merit list prepared out of 100 marks. Selected candidates will be posted at the Alipurduar, Katihar, Rangiya, Lumding or Tinsukia Divisions, or at the Zonal Headquarters of NF Railway, depending on the requirement of sports and vacancy availability.
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 – Zone Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Pay Level | Zonal Headquarter | Divisions | Total |
| Level-2/3 (GP-1900/2000) | 16 + 5 (5 downgraded quota of Level-4/5) | — | 21 |
| Level-1 (GP-1800) | 10 | 25 (5 each for Alipurduar, Katihar, Rangiya, Lumding & Tinsukia) | 35 |
| Total | 31 (HQ) + 25 (Divisions) | 56 | |
The above 56 vacancies have been worked out in terms of RBE 189(B)/2010 and RBE 52/2012. Selected candidates will be posted in the Divisions (Alipurduar, Katihar, Rangiya, Lumding & Tinsukia) or Headquarter of NF Railway as per requirement of sports and availability of vacancies.
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 – Event, Position and Post Wise Vacancy Details (Level 2/3)
| Event | Men/Women | Position | No. of Posts |
| Archery | Women | Compound | 1 |
| Athletics | Men | Decathlon | 1 |
| Athletics | Men | Long Distance (5000m/10000m/Cross Country) | 1 |
| Basketball | Men | Post Player | 1 |
| Basketball | Men | All Rounder | 1 |
| Basketball | Women | All Rounder | 2 |
| Badminton | Men | Single | 1 |
| Badminton | Women | Single | 1 |
| Boxing | Men | 90+ Super Heavy | 1 |
| Boxing | Women | 60+ to 65 kg | 1 |
| Boxing | Women | 80+ kg | 1 |
| Boxing | Women | 57-60 kg | 1 |
| Cricket | Men | All Rounder | 1 |
| Cricket | Men | Batsman | 1 |
| Cricket | Women | Pace Bowler | 1 |
| Table Tennis | Women | Single | 1 |
| Volleyball | Men | Setter | 1 |
| Weightlifting | Women | +86 kg | 1 |
| Weightlifting | Men | 71 kg | 1 |
| Weightlifting | Men | 60 kg | 1 |
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 – Event, Position and Post Wise Vacancy Details (Level 1)
| Event | Men/Women | Position | No. of Posts |
| Archery | Women | Recurve | 2 |
| Athletics | Men | High Jump | 1 |
| Badminton | Women | Single | 1 |
| Basketball | Men | All Rounder | 2 |
| Basketball | Women | All Rounder | 1 |
| Basketball | Women | Post Player | 1 |
| Boxing | Men | 50+ to 55 kg | 1 |
| Boxing | Men | 60-65 kg | 1 |
| Cricket | Men | Left Arm Spinner/Leg Spinner | 1 |
| Cricket | Men | All Rounder | 1 |
| Cricket | Women | Left Arm Spinner | 1 |
| Cricket | Women | Batswoman | 1 |
| Football | Men | Right Wing | 1 |
| Football | Men | Striker | 1 |
| Football | Men | Defensive Mid Fielder | 1 |
| Football | Men | Left Back | 1 |
| Golf | Men | Single | 2 |
| Kabaddi | Men | Left Corner | 1 |
| Kabaddi | Men | Left Cover | 1 |
| Kabaddi | Men | Right Corner | 1 |
| Kabaddi | Men | Right Cover | 1 |
| Kabaddi | Men | All Rounder | 1 |
| Kabaddi | Men | Raider | 2 |
| Power Lifting | Men | 74 kg | 1 |
| Power Lifting | Men | 105 kg | 1 |
| Power Lifting | Men | 120+ kg | 1 |
| Power Lifting | Women | 69 kg | 1 |
| Volleyball | Men | All Rounder | 1 |
| Volleyball | Men | Libero | 1 |
| Weightlifting | Men | 94 kg | 1 |
| Weightlifting | Men | +110 kg | 1 |
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification & Age Limit
| Pay Level | Minimum Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Level 3 or 2 | Passed Class 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent examination from a Govt. recognized Board/Council/Institution | 18-25 years as on 01 January 2027 |
| Level 1 | Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) or ITI or equivalent, or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT | 18-25 years as on 01 January 2027 |
For appointment against Sports Quota in Technician-III, the minimum educational qualification is Class 10th pass. However, the training period for such Sports Quota appointees will be 3 years, unless the candidate passes/possesses an ITI qualification in the relevant trade, in which case the training period will be 6 months. Proof of Age (HS/Matriculation certificate issued by a recognized board or equivalent) must be attached with the online application.
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 – Period for Reckoning Sports Achievement
The sportsperson must be an active player currently, and their achievements must have been earned in the immediate previous two financial years. Only sports achievements in recognized championships/events held on or after 01 April 2024 will be considered for appointment. For validity of a sports achievement, the concluding day of the championship/event will be taken into account.
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 – Minimum Sports Norms for Recruitment
| Pay Level | Minimum Sports Norms |
| Level 3/2 | Represented the country in Category-B championships/events, OR at least 3rd position in Category-C championships/events, OR at least 3rd position in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships, OR at least 3rd position in National Games (Indian Olympic Association), OR at least 3rd position in All India Inter University Championships, OR 1st position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior Category) |
| Level 1 | Represented the country in Category-C championships/events, OR at least 3rd position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior Category), OR represented a state/equivalent unit with at least 8th position in Senior National Championships (except marathon and cross-country) |
Sportspersons fulfilling the minimum sports norms for recruitment in higher grades shall also be eligible for recruitment in lower grades. Category-A includes the Olympic Games (Senior); Category-B includes World Cup/World Championships/Asian Games/Commonwealth Games/Youth Olympics and similar events; Category-C includes Commonwealth Championships, Asian Championships/Asia Cup, SAF Games, USIC World Railways Championship and World University Games. Discipline-specific norms for Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Football, Golf, Power Lifting, Volleyball and Weightlifting are detailed in the official notification, including sport-specific criteria such as current Annual All India Ranking for racquet sports and revised weight categories for Weightlifting.
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 Selection Process & Marks Distribution
Shortlisted eligible candidates will be called for (i) Trial of sports performance and (ii) Interview and assessment of sports achievement, educational qualification, etc.
| Stage | Criteria | Maximum Marks |
| Trial (Game skill, physical fitness & coach’s observation) | FIT candidates score 25+ marks out of 40; NOT FIT candidates score below 25 | 40 |
| Interview – Recognized Sports Achievement | Assessed as per sport-specific norms | 50 |
| Interview – Educational Qualification | 6 marks for minimum qualifying qualification; higher marks for higher qualification | 10 |
| Total | 100 | |
Only candidates declared FIT in the Trial will be considered for the Interview stage. The Recruitment Committee adds its marks (out of 60) to the Trial Committee’s marks (out of 40) to prepare the final merit list out of 100. Interviews are held on the same day as the trial or, at the most, the next day.
Minimum Qualifying Marks for Recruitment:
| Pay Level | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
| Level 3 | 65 Marks |
| Level 2 | 65 Marks |
| Level 1 | 60 Marks |
The offer of appointment is given purely on the basis of merit. In case two or more sportspersons score identical marks, preference will be given to the younger candidate to decide the merit.
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Candidates (except those listed below) | ₹500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only) |
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Minority & Economically Backward Class (EBC) | ₹250/- (Rupees Two Hundred Fifty Only) |
Candidates who appear for the selection trials will be entitled to a partial refund of the application fee, after deduction of banking and other charges. Bank details must be provided in the online application to receive the refund. Minority community candidates (Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Zoroastrians/Parsis and Jains) must upload a self-declaration to claim fee exemption. Economically Backward Class (EBC) means candidates whose total family income is less than ₹50,000 per annum, and requires an Income Certificate to be uploaded and later produced in original.
How to Apply for NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 – Step by Step Guide
- Visit the official NF Railway website at www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in and locate the Recruitment against Sports Quota section
- Read the complete notification carefully before filling up the online application form
- Register and fill in your active mobile number and valid e-mail ID, and keep them active throughout the recruitment process
- Upload a recent colour passport photograph (3.5cm x 4.5cm, size 30-70 KB, JPG/JPEG format, 100 DPI, clear front view without cap or sunglasses)
- Upload your scanned signature (size 3.5cm x 2.5cm, JPG/JPEG format, 100 DPI, size 20-50 KB), not in block/capital or disjointed letters
- Upload scanned copies of your educational qualification mark-sheet/certificate, proof of date of birth, and certificate of recognized sports achievement (held on or after 01.04.2024)
- Upload caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), income certificate (for EBC fee exemption), or minority self-declaration, as applicable
- Pay the applicable application fee online (₹500 general, ₹250 for exempted categories)
- Submit the completed online application — do not send any printout, certificates, or copies by post
Important: Candidates should not send any application printout or certificates by post. Candidature will be considered only on the basis of information furnished in the online application, subject to later verification. Candidates must be in readiness to appear for trials at short notice after the closing date is over.
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NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 – Documents Required
- Scanned copy of minimum educational qualification mark-sheet or pass certificate
- Certificate in proof of recognized sports achievement held on or after 01/04/2024
- Certificate for proof of date of birth
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates, as applicable
- Income Certificate for EBC candidates claiming fee exemption
- Self-declaration for Minority Community candidates
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), for candidates already serving in Government/PSU/Bank
- Recent scanned photograph and scanned signature
At the time of the Trial, candidates must bring all original documents, a copy of the call letter, and 4 additional passport-size photographs. No TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for appearing in the selection trials, and candidates should be prepared to stay for 2-3 days at their own arrangement.
NF Railway Sports Quota 2026-27 – Other Important Conditions
- There is no community-based reservation in this recruitment, though SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates must still submit caste certificates in the prescribed format.
- All candidates getting appointment through Sports Quota will undergo a probation period of two years.
- Selected candidates will have to sign a Service Bond requiring them to serve for at least 5 years in Indian Railways.
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere on NF Railway and must undergo a medical examination as per prescribed norms.
- Candidates already employed in Government service, PSU, or recognized banks must submit a No Objection Certificate from their current employer.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to summary rejection and cancellation of candidature.
- NF Railway has not appointed any agent or coaching centre; candidates are warned against fraudulent claims of guaranteed selection.
NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 Important Dates
| Online Application Opening Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2027 |
| Dates for Trial | To be intimated via www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
🔗 NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 – Important Links
| 🌐 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| 📄 Official Notification | Download Notification |
| 🌐 NF Railway Official Website | www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
| 📅 Last Date to Apply | 24 August 2026 |
FAQs – NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27
NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 is an official notification released by Northeast Frontier Railway, Maligaon, Guwahati, vide Employment Notification No. 04/2026, inviting applications from eligible sportspersons for recruitment against Sports Quota through Open Advertisement. A total of 56 vacancies are available across Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 of the Pay Matrix, covering disciplines such as Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Football, Golf, Kabaddi, Power Lifting, Table Tennis, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Of these, 21 posts are at Level-2/3 and 35 posts are at Level-1, distributed between the Zonal Headquarters and the five divisions of NF Railway.
The online application window for NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 opened on 25 July 2026 and will close on 24 August 2026. Candidates should ensure all details, including educational qualification, sports achievement certificates, and photograph/signature uploads, are correctly filled in before this deadline, as candidature is considered purely on the basis of information furnished online. No application printout or certificate copies should be sent by post, and candidates should be ready to appear for trials at short notice after the closing date.
Candidates applying for posts at Level 3 or 2 must have passed Class 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent from a Government recognized Board/Council/Institution, while candidates applying for Level 1 posts must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation), ITI, or hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from NCVT. The age limit for all levels is 18 to 25 years as on 01 January 2027. Beyond educational qualification, candidates must also meet the minimum sports norms prescribed for their event and pay level, based on national/international-level achievements earned on or after 01 April 2024.
For Level 3/2 posts, candidates must have represented the country in Category-B championships, or secured at least 3rd position in Category-C championships, Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships, National Games, or All India Inter University Championships, or won the Federation Cup Championship (Senior). For Level 1 posts, candidates must have represented the country in Category-C championships, secured at least 3rd position in the Federation Cup (Senior), or represented a state with at least 8th position in Senior National Championships. Discipline-specific norms also apply for sports like Badminton, Golf, Cricket and Weightlifting, based on current national rankings or specific championship performance.
Selection consists of two stages: a Trial to assess game skill, physical fitness and coach’s observations (out of 40 marks, with 25+ marks required to be declared FIT), followed by an Interview conducted by the Recruitment Committee that awards up to 50 marks for sports achievement and 10 marks for educational qualification (total 60 marks). Only FIT candidates from the Trial proceed to the Interview stage. The final merit list is prepared out of 100 marks by combining Trial and Interview scores, with minimum qualifying marks of 65 for Level 2/3 and 60 for Level 1. In case of a tie, preference is given to the younger candidate.
The application fee is ₹500/- for general candidates and ₹250/- for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Minority Community, and Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates. Candidates who appear for the selection trials are entitled to a partial refund of the application fee, after deduction of banking and other charges, provided they have furnished their bank details correctly in the online application form. Minority community and EBC candidates must upload the relevant self-declaration or income certificate at the time of application to claim the fee concession.
Yes, all candidates selected through Sports Quota under NF Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 will have to undergo a probation period of two years from the date of appointment. Additionally, selected candidates are required to sign a Service Bond committing to serve for at least 5 years in Indian Railways. Selected sportspersons will be posted at the Zonal Headquarters or in one of the five divisions (Alipurduar, Katihar, Rangiya, Lumding or Tinsukia) of NF Railway, based on the requirement of their sport and vacancy availability, and may be posted anywhere on NF Railway as per organizational need.