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Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has officially released the SSB Constable (General Duty) Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification for recruitment of meritorious sportspersons.
A total of 404 vacancies have been announced for various sports disciplines under Sports Quota.
Eligible male and female sportsperson candidates can apply online through the official SSB recruitment portal.
Candidates are advised to carefully check eligibility criteria, sports qualification, physical standards, and selection process before applying.
📊 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Constable (General Duty) |
| Recruitment Type | Sports Quota Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 404 Posts |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Pay Level | Level-3 |
| Salary | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | ssb.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 08 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 09 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 30 Days from Employment News Publication (i.e. 07 June 2026) |
🏆 Sports Wise Vacancy Details
SSB has announced vacancies across multiple sports disciplines including Athletics, Boxing, Football, Kabaddi, Wrestling, Shooting, Volleyball, Swimming, Taekwondo, Wushu and many others.
| Sports Discipline | Total Vacancies (Men+Women) |
|---|---|
| Archery | 14 (7+7) |
| Athletics | 42 (20+22) |
| Aquatics / Swimming | 14 (7+7) |
| Boxing | 18 (11+7) |
| Basketball | 21 (9+12) |
| Badminton | 06 (4+2) |
| Cycling | 04 (2+2) |
| Equestrian | 05 (3+2) |
| Fencing | 10 (6+4) |
| Football | 22 (11+11) |
| Gymnastic | 04 (2+2) |
| Hockey | 28 (17+11) |
| Handball | 16 (8+8) |
| Judo | 12 (6+6) |
| Kabaddi | 12 (5+7) |
| Karate | 14 (7+7) |
| Kayaking | 13 (6+7) |
| Canoeing | 14 (7+7) |
| Pencak Silat | 16 (8+8) |
| Powerlifting | 04 (2+2) |
| Rowing | 13 (7+6) |
| Shooting | 04 (2+2) |
| Table Tennis | 06 (2+4) |
| Taekwondo | 16 (8+8) |
| Volleyball | 14 (7+7) |
| Wrestling / Greco Roman | 19/8 (8/8+11) |
| Wushu | 16 (9+7) |
| Weightlifting | 13 (8+5) |
| Yogasana | 06 (3+3) |
| Total | 404 |
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Matriculation / 10th Pass from recognized board.
- Must possess sports qualification as per notification.
- Sports achievements should be within the last 2 years before cut-off date.
Eligible Sports Qualifications:
- Represented India in International Competitions
- Represented State/UT in National Games
- Medal winner in Junior/Senior National Championships
- Represented University in Inter-University Tournaments
- Khelo India Games medal winners
- School Games Federation medal winners
🎯 Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 23 Years |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt Rules
- J&K Domicile: up to 15 Years
💰 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
🧪 Selection Process
The recruitment process will be conducted in multiple stages:
- Documentation Verification
- Sports Achievement Evaluation
- Field Trial / Skill Test
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Review Medical Examination (RME)
- Final Merit List
🏃 Physical Standard Test (PST)
| Category | Male Height | Female Height |
|---|---|---|
| General | 170 cm | 157 cm |
| ST Candidates | 162.5 cm | 150 cm |
📝 Merit Preparation
- International medal winners will get highest preference.
- National level medal winners will receive marks based on medal category.
- Merit will be prepared sports-wise.
- Tie-breaking rules mentioned in notification.
| Level | Medal | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| International | Gold | 30 |
| International | Silver | 29 |
| International | Bronze | 28 |
| International | Participation | 26 |
| National / State / University | Gold | 25 |
| National / State / University | Silver | 24 |
| National / State / University | Bronze | 23 |
💵 Salary & Benefits
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-3 |
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical Facilities
- Pension Benefits under NPS
- Uniform & Risk Allowances
📥 How to Apply Online
- Visit official application portal
- Register using mobile number and email ID
- Fill personal and sports details carefully
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit final application form
📄 Required Documents
- 10th Marksheet & Certificate
- Sports Achievement Certificates
- Caste Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Photo ID Proof
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
🔗 Important Links
| Particulars | Status |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | ssb.gov.in |
🏅 SSB Constable Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
📢 How many vacancies are released in SSB Constable Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
✅ Total 404 vacancies have been announced.
🎓 What qualification is required for SSB GD Sports Quota 2026?
📘 Candidates must be 10th pass with valid sports achievements.
🎯 What is the age limit for SSB Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
⏳ Age limit is 18 to 23 years with category-wise relaxation.
🧪 What is the selection process for SSB Constable Sports Quota 2026?
🏃 Selection includes sports trial, PST, medical examination and merit list.
💰 What is the salary of SSB Constable GD under Sports Quota?
💵 Salary ranges from ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 under Pay Level-3.
