RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Notification Released for 54 Posts
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The South Eastern Railway (SER) has officially announced the recruitment of outstanding sportspersons under the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the year 2026-27. The official notification, bearing number SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27, was published on 26 October 2026.
Qualified sportspersons who meet the specified eligibility criteria can submit their applications online. The registration window will open on 31 October 2026 and remain active until 30 November 2026.
RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 — key details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Number | SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27 |
| Notification Publication Date | 26 October 2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Applications | 31 October 2026 |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years and maximum 25 years as on 01.01.2027 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500 for UR/OBC; Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Ex. Servicemen/Persons, Women, Minorities and Economic Backward Classes |
| Selection Process | Performance in sports Trials followed by Certificate (Sports & Educational) Verification |
| Educational Qualification | Level-4/Level-5: University Degree; Level-2/Level-3: Class 12th; Level-1: 10th pass or ITI or equivalent |
Vacancy Details and Educational Qualifications
The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 54 vacancies across various pay levels. The educational requirements differ based on the post level:
- Level-4/Level-5: Candidates must possess a University Degree from a recognized institution.
- Level-2/Level-3: Candidates must have completed Class 12th.
- Level-1: Candidates must be 10th pass, hold an ITI credential, or possess an equivalent qualification.
Age Limit and Application Fee
Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years of age as of 01.01.2027. No age relaxation details outside these limits are specified in the official release.
The application fee is structured as follows:
- General and OBC candidates (UR/OBC) are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 500.
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/Ex. Servicemen/Persons, Women, Minorities, and Economic Backward Classes are required to pay a reduced fee of Rs. 250.
Selection Process
The selection of eligible sportspersons will be based on their performance in the official sports Trials. Candidates who successfully clear the sports Trials will then be called for the Certificate Verification stage, where their sports achievements and educational documents will be thoroughly validated.
Step-by-step process
- Visit the official website of RRC South Eastern Railway at www.rrcser.co.in.
- Click on the link 'Online/E-Application for Sports Quota(OA) / 2026-27'.
- Click on 'New Registration' and fill in your personal details (Name, Father's name, DOB, Community, Email, Mobile number) to register.
- Log in using the credentials received via Email/SMS and fill out the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents (photograph, signature, educational certificates, sports achievements, etc.) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable examination fee online and submit the application form.
Important official links
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27?
The last date to submit online applications is 30 November 2026.
How many vacancies are released under this recruitment?
A total of 54 vacancies are officially released across Level-1, Level-2/3, and Level-4/5 posts.
What is the age limit for the RRC SER Sports Quota?
Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 25 years old as on 01.01.2027.
Sources and verification: every date and number in this article was checked against the official website/notice of South Eastern Railway (SER) on 26 October 2026. Read the official notice before applying or taking any decision.
