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RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway (RRC WR) has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for filling up various Group C and erstwhile Group D posts under the Sports Quota for the year 2026-27, issued under Employment Notice No. RRC/WR/01/2026 (Sports Quota). This drive aims to recruit talented sportspersons across multiple disciplines for a total of 64 vacancies. The RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 27-08-2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online starting from 01-09-2026 at 10.00 Hrs, and the last date to complete the application process is 30-09-2026 at 18.00 Hrs.
This open advertisement sports quota recruitment provides a direct career opportunity in Indian Railways for athletes having recognized national or international achievements. Note that there is no reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD & Ex-SM categories in this recruitment, meaning selection is purely merit-based. Make sure to thoroughly check the discipline-wise positions, educational qualifications, and sports performance criteria before registering on the portal.
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway (RRC WR) |
| Post Name | Group C (Level 5/4 & Level 3/2) and Erstwhile Group D (Level 1) |
| Advt. No. | RRC/WR/01/2026 (Sports Quota) |
| Total Vacancy | 64 |
| Pay Scale | Level 5/4, Level 3/2, and Level 1 (7th CPC) |
| Notification Date | 27-08-2026 |
| Category | RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | www.rrc-wr.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 27-08-2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 01-09-2026 at 10.00 Hrs |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30-09-2026 at 18.00 Hrs |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC | Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refunded after attending Trial) |
| SC / ST / PWD / ESM / Female / Minorities / EBC | Rs. 250/- (Rs. 250/- refunded after attending Trial) |
| Mode of Payment | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI) |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 is 18-25 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.01.2027. (Candidates born between 01/01/2002 and 01/01/2009, both days inclusive, are eligible). (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Group C (Level 5/4) | 05 | Graduate in any discipline + Recognized Sports Achievements |
| Group C (Level 3/2) | 16 | 12th Pass OR Matriculation + ITI/Apprenticeship + Recognized Sports Achievements |
| Erstwhile Group D (Level 1) | 43 | 10th Pass OR ITI OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) + Recognized Sports Achievements |
Mandatory Service Bond
Selected candidates will have to undergo training wherever prescribed. Candidates may have to provide a security deposit and execute an indemnity bond where required. Additionally, selected candidates are required to submit a Service Bond of 5 years at the time of appointment in Western Railway.
RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Document Verification
- Selection Trials (Assessment of game skill, physical fitness, and coach’s observation – Minimum 25/40 marks required to qualify)
- Assessment of Recognized Sports Achievements & Educational Qualification
- Medical Fitness Examination
How to Apply for RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official RRC WR portal at www.rrc-wr.com.
- Click on the online application link for Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 (Advt No. RRC/WR/01/2026).
- Complete the online registration form by providing personal details, bio-data, and valid Aadhaar Card / Enrolment ID details.
- Fill in sports achievements (earned between 01/04/2024 and the notification date) along with academic qualifications.
- Upload required scanned documents including a recent passport-size photograph, signature, educational certificates, sports certificates, and category/fee exemption certificates.
- Pay the prescribed application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Submit the application form, download the e-receipt, and print a copy of the completed application form for trial submission.
Important Links
| RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| RRC WR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link (From 01.09.2026) | Apply Online |
| Western Railway Official Website | RRC-WR |
