Northeast Frontier Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 56 Posts
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released Employment Notification No. 04/2026 inviting online applications from eligible sportspersons under the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27. A total of 56 vacancies are available in Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 posts across multiple sports disciplines including Athletics, Cricket, Football, Basketball, Boxing, Archery, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Kabaddi, Golf, Table Tennis, Badminton, and more.
Interested candidates can submit their online applications from 25 July 2026 to 24 August 2026 through the official NFR website.
Northeast Frontier Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Recruitment | Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 56 Posts |
| Job Location | Northeast Frontier Railway |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 25 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 August 2026 |
| Official Website | https://nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 25 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 August 2026 |
| Sports Trial | To be notified |
Vacancy Details
Level 2 & Level 3 Posts
- Archery
- Athletics
- Basketball
- Badminton
- Boxing
- Cricket
- Table Tennis
- Volleyball
- Weightlifting
Level 1 Posts
- Archery
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Cricket
- Football
- Golf
- Kabaddi
- Powerlifting
- Volleyball
- Weightlifting
Total Vacancies: 56
Educational Qualification
Level 2 & Level 3
- Passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Level 1
- Passed Class 10 OR
- ITI OR
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2027.
Sports Eligibility
Candidates should possess recognized sports achievements obtained on or after 01 April 2024.
Eligible achievements include:
- Representation in International Championships
- National Championships
- National Games
- Federation Cup
- All India Inter University Championships
- State/National-level recognized competitions as prescribed in the notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Others | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen/Minority/EBC | ₹250 |
Eligible candidates appearing in the selection trial will receive a partial refund after deduction of bank charges.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Sports Trial
- Fitness Assessment
- Sports Achievement Evaluation
- Educational Qualification Assessment
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Marks Distribution
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Sports Trial | 40 |
| Sports Achievement | 50 |
| Educational Qualification | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed in:
- Level 1
- Level 2
- Level 3
Salary will be paid as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, along with Railway allowances and benefits.
Required Documents
Candidates should upload:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Class 10/12 Certificates
- Sports Achievement Certificates
- Date of Birth Proof
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate (EBC)
- NOC (if employed)
How to Apply
- Visit the official Northeast Frontier Railway website.
- Open the Sports Quota Recruitment section.
- Read the notification carefully.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application.
- Download the application form for future reference.
Why Apply for NFR Sports Quota Jobs?
- Government Railway Job
- Attractive Salary
- Sports Career Opportunity
- Job Security
- Promotion Benefits
- Railway Employee Facilities
- Medical Benefits
- Pension & Retirement Benefits
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in NFR Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 56 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Answer: The last date for online application is 24 August 2026.
Q3. What is the minimum educational qualification?
Answer: Candidates should have passed Class 10, Class 12, ITI, or NAC depending on the post.
Q4. What is the age limit?
Answer: Candidates must be 18 to 25 years as on 01 January 2027.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Answer: ₹500 for General candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/Women/EBC/Minority/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
Q6. Which sports disciplines are included?
Answer: Athletics, Cricket, Football, Basketball, Boxing, Kabaddi, Volleyball, Golf, Weightlifting, Archery, Badminton, Table Tennis, and others.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Answer: Sports Trial, Interview, Sports Achievement Evaluation, Educational Qualification Assessment, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q8. Where can candidates apply?
Answer: Candidates can apply online through the official Northeast Frontier Railway website.
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