RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27: Apply Online for 54 Group C and Group D Posts in South Eastern Railway
South Eastern Railway (SER), Garden Reach, Kolkata, has released the RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 notification (Employment Notice No. SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27) for 54 posts against the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement). The posts include 5 Group C Level-4/5, 16 Group C Level-2/3 and 33 Group D Level-1 posts in sports such as athletics, cricket, football, hockey, kabaddi, kho kho, volleyball, archery and more.
Indian sportspersons aged 18 to 25 years (as on 01.01.2027) with recognised sports achievements on or after 01.04.2024 can apply online on www.rrcser.co.in from 31 October 2026 to 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Selection is through sports trials and certificate verification. In this article, we have covered the RRC SER sports quota vacancy 2026-27 discipline-wise, eligibility, sports norms, fee, selection marks and how to apply. You can also check the CGST Lucknow Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, the RRB Section Controller Answer Key 03/2026 and the RRB Isolated Categories Recruitment 2026.
Quick summary:
➤ Railway: South Eastern Railway (RRC SER), Garden Reach, Kolkata
➤ Notice: SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27, published 26.10.2026
➤ Total posts: 54 (Level-4/5: 5, Level-2/3: 16, Level-1: 33)
➤ Age limit: 18 to 25 years as on 01.01.2027 (no relaxation)
➤ Qualification: 10th / ITI (Level-1), 12th (Level-2/3), Graduation (Level-4/5)
➤ Fee: Rs. 500 (UR / OBC), Rs. 250 (SC / ST / ExS / PwD / Women / Minorities / EBC)
➤ Apply online: 31.10.2026 to 30.11.2026
➤ Selection: Sports trials + certificate verification
Table of Contents
- RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 Overview
- Important Dates
- Level-wise Posts
- Level-4/5 Vacancy
- Level-2/3 Vacancy
- Level-1 Vacancy
- Age and Educational Qualification
- Sports Norms
- Application Fee
- Selection Process and Marks
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 Overview
The South Eastern Railway sports quota recruitment 2026-27 is a good chance for sportspersons from West Bengal and other states to get a Railway job in Kolkata-headquartered SER. Here is a short overview of the RRC SER sports quota notification.
| Organisation | South Eastern Railway (Railway Recruitment Cell, SER) |
| Notice No. | SER/Pers/Sports Quota/OA/2026-27 |
| Recruitment Type | Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) |
| Total Posts | 54 |
| Posts | Group C (Level-2 to 5) and Group D (Level-1) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection | Sports trials and certificate verification |
| Job Location | Any unit of South Eastern Railway |
| Official Website | www.rrcser.co.in |
RRC SER Sports Quota 2026-27 Important Dates
The RRC SER sports quota online application 2026-27 opens on 31 October 2026 and closes on 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Trial dates will be announced later. The important dates are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 26 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 31 October 2026 (Saturday) |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026 (Monday), 11:59 PM |
| Age Calculated On | 1 January 2027 |
| Sports Trials | To be announced on www.rrcser.co.in |
RRC SER Sports Quota Vacancy 2026-27: Level-wise
The RRC SER sports quota vacancy 2026-27 has 54 posts in three levels. Selected candidates can be posted in any post of that level in any unit of SER. The level-wise posts are given below.
| Category | Level (7th CPC) | Grade Pay | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Group C, Level-4/5 | Rs. 2400 / 2800 | 5 |
| 2 | Group C, Level-2/3 | Rs. 1900 / 2000 | 16 |
| 3 | Group D, Level-1 | Rs. 1800 | 33 |
| Total | 54 | ||
No post is reserved for SC / ST / OBC / EWS; selection is on overall merit in each discipline.
RRC SER Sports Quota Level-4/5 Vacancy
There are 5 Level-4/5 posts in the RRC SER sports quota 2026-27, in athletics, chess, hockey and table tennis. The discipline-wise vacancy is given below.
| No. | Sports Discipline | Category / Playing Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athletics (Men) | 200 m | 1 |
| 2 | Athletics (Men) | High Jump | 1 |
| 3 | Chess (Men) | Individual | 1 |
| 4 | Hockey (Women) | Forward | 1 |
| 5 | Table Tennis (Women) | Individual | 1 |
| Total | 5 | ||
RRC SER Sports Quota Level-2/3 Vacancy
There are 16 Level-2/3 posts in the RRC SER sports quota 2026-27, with athletics having the most (4). The discipline-wise vacancy is given below.
| No. | Sports Discipline | Category / Playing Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athletics (Men) | 200 m | 1 |
| 2 | Athletics (Men) | High Jump | 1 |
| 3 | Athletics (Men) | 20 km Race Walking | 1 |
| 4 | Athletics (Men) | Cross Country | 1 |
| 5 | Archery (Men) | Compound | 2 |
| 6 | Archery (Women) | Compound | 1 |
| 7 | Body Building (Men) | 65 kg | 1 |
| 8 | Bridge (Men) | Individual | 1 |
| 9 | Cycling (Men) | Individual Road Race | 1 |
| 10 | Cycling (Men) | Individual Pursuit | 1 |
| 11 | Cycling (Men) | Points Race (Track) | 1 |
| 12 | Gymnastics (Women) | Artistic (WAG) | 1 |
| 13 | Hockey (Women) | Forward | 1 |
| 14 | Hockey (Men) | Defender | 1 |
| 15 | Rifle Shooting (Women) | 3 Position | 1 |
| Total | 16 | ||
RRC SER Sports Quota Level-1 Vacancy
There are 33 Level-1 (Group D) posts in the RRC SER sports quota 2026-27, with Kho Kho having the most (6). The discipline-wise vacancy is given below.
| No. | Sports Discipline | Category / Playing Position | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball Badminton (Men) | Back | 2 |
| 2 | Ball Badminton (Men) | Front | 2 |
| 3 | Cricket (Men) | Batsman (Middle Order) | 1 |
| 4 | Cricket (Men) | Fast Bowler | 1 |
| 5 | Football (Men) | Side Back (Left/Right) | 2 |
| 6 | Football (Men) | Stopper | 1 |
| 7 | Golf (Men) | Individual | 1 |
| 8 | Kabaddi (Women) | Right Raider | 1 |
| 9 | Kabaddi (Women) | Left Cover | 1 |
| 10 | Kabaddi (Women) | Left Corner | 1 |
| 11 | Kabaddi (Women) | Right Corner | 1 |
| 12 | Kabaddi (Men) | Right Raider | 1 |
| 13 | Kabaddi (Men) | Right Corner | 1 |
| 14 | Kabaddi (Men) | Left Corner | 1 |
| 15 | Kabaddi (Men) | All Rounder | 1 |
| 16 | Kho Kho (Men) | All Rounder | 3 |
| 17 | Kho Kho (Men) | Defender | 3 |
| 18 | Volleyball (Women) | Centre Blocker | 1 |
| 19 | Volleyball (Women) | Counter Attacker | 1 |
| 20 | Volleyball (Men) | Setter | 1 |
| 21 | Volleyball (Men) | Opposite Player | 1 |
| 22 | Water Polo (Men) | Winger | 2 |
| 23 | Water Polo (Men) | Centre Forward | 1 |
| 24 | Weightlifting (Men) | 65 kg | 1 |
| 25 | Weightlifting (Men) | 71 kg | 1 |
| Total | 33 | ||
RRC SER Sports Quota Age Limit and Qualification
The RRC SER sports quota age limit is 18 to 25 years as on 01.01.2027, i.e. born between 02.01.2002 and 01.01.2009. No age relaxation is allowed. The level-wise minimum educational qualification is given below.
| Level | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-4/5 | University degree or equivalent |
| Level-2/3 | Class 12 (10+2) pass, OR Matriculation + Act Apprenticeship, OR 10th + ITI, OR NAC (NCVT) |
| Level-1 | 10th pass or ITI or equivalent or NAC (NCVT) |
Candidates awaiting final results are not eligible. No relaxation in qualification is allowed.
RRC SER Sports Quota Sports Norms
The sports achievements must be on or after 01.04.2024, in events held by federations recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. The main minimum sports norms are given below.
| Level | Minimum Sports Norms (any one) |
|---|---|
| Level-4/5 | Represented India in the Olympic Games (Senior), OR at least 3rd position in World Cup / World Championships / Asian Games / Commonwealth Games / Youth Olympics / Davis Cup / Champions Trophy / Thomas-Uber Cup. Special norms: Athletics gold in Open National / Inter State / Asian Championships; Chess Grandmaster title; Table Tennis (Women) senior singles national ranking up to 8 |
| Level-2/3 | Represented India in World Cup / World Championships / Asian Games / Commonwealth Games, OR at least 3rd position in Commonwealth / Asian Championships / Asia Cup / SAF Games / USIC / World University Games, OR at least 3rd in Senior / Youth / Junior National Championships, National Games or All India Inter University Championship, OR 1st in Federation Cup (Senior). Special norms apply for athletics, hockey and archery |
| Level-1 | Represented India in Commonwealth / Asian Championships / Asia Cup / SAF Games / USIC / World University Games, OR at least 3rd in Federation Cup (Senior), OR represented a State with at least 8th position in Senior National Championship. Special norms for cricket (BCCI events), golf (IGU ranking up to 100), volleyball and body building |
Sportspersons meeting higher-level norms are also eligible for lower levels. See the official notification for the full list of special norms and recognised Junior National Championships.
RRC SER Sports Quota Application Fee
The RRC SER sports quota fee must be paid online by net banking, debit card or credit card. Part of the fee is refunded to candidates who actually appear in the trials. The category-wise fee is given below.
| Category | Fee | Refund on Attending Trials |
|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwD / Women / Minorities / Economically Backward Classes | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 |
Bank charges are deducted from the refund. EBC candidates need an income certificate (Annexure-III) and minority candidates a declaration (Annexure-V) for the concession.
RRC SER Sports Quota Selection Process and Marks
The RRC SER sports quota selection is based on sports trials followed by certificate verification by the Recruitment Committee. The marks distribution and minimum qualifying marks are given below.
| Attribute | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Recognised sports achievements as per norms | 50 |
| Game skill, physical fitness and coach's observation in trial | 40 (minimum 25 to qualify) |
| Educational qualification | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Minimum qualifying marks (out of 100): 70 for Level-4/5, 65 for Level-2/3 and 60 for Level-1. If marks are equal, the younger candidate gets preference.
- Selected candidates must sign a service bond to serve the Railway for 5 years.
- Clerk-cum-typist appointees must acquire typing speed of 30 wpm English or 25 wpm Hindi within 4 years.
- No TA / DA or accommodation is given for trials; candidates must bring their own kit. SC / ST candidates get free second-class rail travel.
How to Apply for RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27
- Visit www.rrcser.co.in and click "Online/E-Application for Sports Quota (OA) / 2026-27".
- Click "New Registration" and fill in name, father's name, date of birth, community, e-mail and mobile number.
- Log in with the registration number and password sent by e-mail / SMS.
- Fill the application, give refund bank details and upload photo (3.5 × 3.5 cm, up to 70 KB), signature and LTI (10–40 KB), ID proof, age proof, qualification and sports certificates and category certificates (PDF).
- Pay the fee online and submit by 30 November 2026, 11:59 PM. Take two printouts.
Bring original documents of date of birth, qualification, sports achievements and ID proof on the day of trials.
RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in RRC SER Sports Quota 2026-27?
54 posts: 5 at Level-4/5, 16 at Level-2/3 and 33 at Level-1.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
30 November 2026, 11:59 PM. Applications open on 31 October 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit?
18 to 25 years as on 01.01.2027, with no relaxation.
Q4. Which sports achievements are counted?
Only achievements on or after 01.04.2024 in events of MoYAS-recognised federations.
Q5. Is there any reservation?
No post is reserved for SC / ST / OBC / EWS. Selection is on merit in each discipline.
Q6. What is the application fee?
Rs. 500 for UR / OBC (Rs. 400 refunded on attending trials) and Rs. 250 for SC / ST / ExS / PwD / Women / Minorities / EBC (fully refunded on attending trials).
RRC SER Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| RRC SER Sports Quota Notification PDF | Download Official Notice PDF Link |
| Apply Online (from 31.10.2026) | www.rrcser.co.in |
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