South Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025

Manjushaa Sinha

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South Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 – Apply by 20 Nov

Last Date to Apply: 20 November 2025

South Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025

Employment Notice No.: SWR/P-HQ/Sports (OA)/25-26
Notification Date: 21 October 2025
Last Date to Apply: 20 November 2025

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Hiring Organisation

South Western Railway Recruitment Cell,
Old GM’s Office Complex, 2nd Floor,
Club Road, Keshwapur, Hubballi – 580023

South Western Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 – Official Notification

The South Western Railway (SWR), Hubballi, has released the official notification under Employment Notice No. SWR/P-HQ/Sports (OA)/25-26 dated 21.10.2025 for the recruitment of meritorious sportspersons against the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement)Employment News dated 18th October 2025.

SWR invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for direct recruitment to 46 vacancies in Group ‘C’ categories under Level-5/4 & Level-3/2, and erstwhile Group ‘D’ categories under Level-1 of the Railway Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016. These posts are reserved for candidates with outstanding achievements in recognized sports disciplines.

The last date to submit online applications is 20th November 2025. Interested candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, sports norms, and application instructions before applying.

Important Dates South Western Railway Sports Quota

Event	Date
Notification Release	21 October 2025
Online Application Start	21 October 2025
Last Date to Apply	20 November 2025

Vacancy Details by Pay Level

Pay Level	Post Category	Number of Vacancies
Level 5 / Level 4	Senior Technical / Administrative Posts	05
Level 3 / Level 2	Skilled Technical / Clerical Posts	16
Level 1	Entry-Level Support Staff	25

Note: Final allocation of posts may vary based on sports discipline and performance in trials.

Age Limit South Western Railway Sports Quota

Category	Age Limit as on 01.01.2026
General	18 to 25 years
OBC	18 to 25 years (No relaxation)
SC/ST	18 to 25 years (No relaxation)

Salary Structure South Western Railway Sports Quota

Pay Level	Pay Scale	Approx. Monthly Salary
Level 2	₹19,900 – ₹63,200	₹28,000 – ₹32,000
Level 3	₹21,700 – ₹69,100	₹30,000 – ₹36,000

Sports Quota Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Norm	Minimum Achievement Required
International Representation	Represented India in Category-B Championships or Events
National Level Podium	Secured at least 3rd position in Category-C Championships or Events
National Championships	At least 3rd position in Senior, Youth, or Junior National Championships
National Games	At least 3rd position in National Games organized by Indian Olympic Association
University Level	At least 3rd position in All India Inter University Championship (AIU)
Federation Cup	1st position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior Category)

Note: Achievements must be in recognized sports disciplines and supported by valid certificates issued by authorized bodies.

Categorization of International Championships

Category	Championships / Events	Level
Category-A	Olympic Games	Senior Category
Category-B	World Cup	Junior/Senior Category
	World Championships	Junior/Senior Category
	Asian Games	Senior Category
	Commonwealth Games	Senior Category
Category-C	Commonwealth Championships	Junior/Senior Category
	Asian Championships / Asia Cup	Junior/Senior Category
	South Asian Federation (SAF) Games	Senior Category
	USIC (World Railways) Championships	Senior Category

Note: Only achievements in recognized championships under these categories will be considered for Sports Quota eligibility.

Selection Process – Sports Quota Recruitment 2025

Evaluation Component	Description	Maximum Marks
Game Skill & Physical Fitness	Performance during trials including coach’s observations	40
Sports Achievements	Assessment of recognized achievements as per eligibility norms	50
Educational Qualification	Marks awarded based on academic qualifications	10

Total Marks: 100. Candidates will be shortlisted based on cumulative performance across all components.

Application Fee South Western Railway Sports Quota

Category	Fee
General/OBC	₹500
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women	₹250

How to Apply South Western Railway Sports Quota

Step	Action
1	Visit RRC Hubballi Official Website
2	Click on Sports Quota Recruitment 2025
3	Fill the online application form
4	Upload required documents
5	Submit and take a printout for reference

Documents Required South Western Railway Sports Quota

Educational Certificates
Sports Achievement Certificates
Identity Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Passport-size Photograph

Essential Links South Western Railway Sports Quota

Selection Procedure South Western Railway Sports Quota

Sports Trial: Performance-based assessment
Document Verification: For shortlisted candidates
Final Merit List: Based on trial + interview scores

Job Location South Western Railway Sports Quota

Zone	Location
South Western Railway	Hubballi, Karnataka

Disclaimer: We strongly suggest applicants to verify the given information from credible sources such as the official website of the hiring organization. While we strive to provide accurate and timely updates, only the organization’s website should be treated as the final authority.

Frequently Asked Questions – SWR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025

1. What is the last date to apply for SWR Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?

The last date to submit the online application is 20 November 2025.

2. What is the age limit for applicants?

Applicants must be between 18 to 25 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.

3. What sports disciplines are eligible under the quota?

Recognized sports disciplines listed in the official notification are eligible. Candidates must meet performance norms in Category A, B, or C championships.

4. How many vacancies are available?

A total of 46 vacancies are available across Pay Levels 1 to 5.

5. What is the selection process?

Selection is based on trials (40 marks), sports achievements (50 marks), and educational qualification (10 marks).

6. What is the application fee?

₹500 for General/OBC candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen.

7. Where can I apply online?

You can apply through the official RRC Hubballi portal at https://www.rrchubli.in.

8. What documents are required?

Educational certificates, sports achievement proofs, identity proof, category certificate (if applicable), and a recent photograph.

9. Is there any trial or interview?

Yes, candidates will undergo a sports trial and document verification. Final selection is based on cumulative performance.

10. What is the job location?

Selected candidates will be posted under South Western Railway, primarily in Hubballi, Karnataka.