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| Post Name | Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar (Sports) Intake 06/2026 |
|---|---|
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 – 25 years |
| Application Fee | ST: No Fee · Female: No Fee · SC: No Fee · PWD (PH): No Fee · General: No Fee · OBC-NCL: No Fee |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Start | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
The Indian Army has officially released the Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 (Intake 06/2026) notification for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar (Sports) posts. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for outstanding sportspersons to join the Indian Army. Eligible candidates can submit their offline application before the prescribed last date. Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 invites applications from unmarried Indian male and female candidates to appear in recruitment trials for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar (Sports) posts under Intake Ser No 06/2026. Outstanding sportspersons who have represented at International, Junior or Senior National Championships, Khelo India Games, Youth Games, or Khelo India University Games on or after 01 April 2024 are eligible to apply across 23 sports disciplines including Athletics, Boxing, Hockey, Wrestling, Shooting and more. The completed application form must reach the Army Sports Control Board by registered post before 1700 hours on 10 July 2026.
Particular | Details |
|---|---|
Organization | Indian Army/ Army Sports Control Board, IHQ of MoD (Army) |
Recruitment Type | Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 |
Intake | 06/2026 |
Post Name | Direct Entry Havildar (Sports), Naib Subedar (Sports) |
Application Mode | Offline |
Job Category | Defence Jobs |
Job Location | Across India |
Official Website |
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Notification Released | June 2026 |
Application Start Date | 10 June 2026 |
Last Date to Submit Application | 10 July 2026 (05:00 PM) |
Sports Trial | Will be notified later |
Candidates must have:
✅ Passed Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognized Board.
✅ Sports achievements as prescribed in the official notification.
The Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 covers a wide range of sports disciplines, with specific events, positions, or weight categories notified for each.
S.No | Sporting Discipline | Specific Event / Position / Category |
|---|---|---|
1 | Athletics (Track & Field) | 100M, 200M, 110M Hurdle, 400M, 800M, 1500M, 20KM Race Walk, Decathlon, 400M Hurdle, 3000M S/C, High Jump, Triple Jump, Long Jump, Javelin Throw, Shot Put, Discus Throw, Hammer Throw, Pole Vault |
2 | Archery | Compound & Recurve |
3 | Basketball | Point Guard, Forward, Power Forward, Centre |
4 | Boxing | All Olympic Weight Categories |
5 | Diving | Spring Board & High Board |
6 | Equestrian | Olympic & Asian Games events |
7 | Football | Attacking Mid Fielder, Defensive Mid Fielder, Goal Keeper, Defender Centre Back, Defender Wing Back |
8 | Fencing | Epee, Foil, Sabre |
9 | Gymnastics (Artistic) | All Rounder |
10 | Hockey | Striker, Mid Fielder, Defender (Drag Flicker) |
11 | Handball | Pivot, Right Back, Right Wing, Centre Back |
12 | Judo | -66 Kg & -81 Kg |
13 | Kayaking & Canoeing | K-1 and C-1 |
14 | Kabaddi | Left Raider, All Rounder, Left & Right Corner, Left & Right Cover |
15 | Karate (Kumite) | -60 Kg, 75 Kg, -84 Kg |
16 | Rowing | All Olympic & Asian Games Class |
17 | Swimming | 400M/800M/1500M Freestyle (Long distance), 200M/400M Freestyle (Middle distance), 50M/100M Freestyle (Sprint), 50M/100M/200M Backstroke, Butterfly and Breaststroke |
18 | Sailing | Olympic & Asian Games Class |
19 | Shooting | 50M Rifle 3P, 10M Air Rifle, 10M Air Pistol, 25M Rapid Fire Pistol, Trap & Skeet |
20 | Taekwondo (Kyourgi) | Under 87 Kg |
21 | Volleyball | Setter, Blocker, Attacker |
22 | Wushu (Only Sanshou) | 48 Kg, 70 Kg, 90 Kg |
23 | Weight Lifting | All Olympic Weight Categories |
24 | Wrestling | All Olympic Weight Categories |
Applicants must be outstanding sportspersons who have represented at one or more of the following levels:
✔ International Competitions
✔ Senior National Championships
✔ Junior National Championships
✔ Khelo India Games
✔ All India Inter University Championships
✔ National Games
Candidates should check the official notification for the complete list of eligible sports disciplines and achievement criteria.
andidates must meet the marital status, nationality and sports achievement conditions specified for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar (Sports) posts.
Only unmarried Indian male and female candidates are eligible for enrolment.
Candidates discharged from the Indian Army for any reason are not eligible to appear in the selection trials.
Candidates discharged from the Indian Air Force, Indian Navy, or any other Government organisation are eligible, subject to discharge with no adverse entries.
Serving individuals must possess a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of selection trials.
Medalist at Junior/Senior level representing a State in National Championship, or represented the Country at International level (individual event).
Represented a State or Country in National or International competitions at Junior/Senior level (team event).
Medalist in Khelo India Games, Khelo India Youth Games, or Khelo India University Games.
Winner of any medal in World Championship/Asian Championships.
Winner of any medal in Asian Games.
Winner of any medal in CWG/World Cup.
Represented India twice in Asian Games/Commonwealth Games/World Cup.
Represented India in the Olympics.
Minimum Age: 17½ Years
Maximum Age: 25 Years
Age will be calculated as per the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
Candidates should possess:
10th Pass Certificate & Marksheet
Sports Achievement Certificates
Birth Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Passport-size Photographs
Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
Other documents as required in the official notification
Important: Only candidates who meet the educational, age, sports achievement, and medical fitness criteria will be considered for selection under the Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2026.
Category | Test | Standard |
|---|---|---|
Male | 1.6 Km Run | To be completed in 5 minutes 45 seconds |
Male | 9 Feet Ditch | Need to Qualify |
Male | Zig-Zag Balance | Need to Qualify |
Female | 1.6 Km Run | To be completed in 8 minutes |
Female | 10 Feet Long Jump | Need to Qualify |
Female | 3 Feet High Jump | Need to Qualify |
Download the prescribed application form from the official website.
Fill in all required details carefully in BLOCK letters.
Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
Paste a recent passport-size photograph.
Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the official notification.
Ensure the application reaches the designated address on or before 10 July 2026 (05:00 PM).
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Application End | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| ST | No Fee |
| Female | No Fee |
| SC | No Fee |
| PWD (PH) | No Fee |
| General | No Fee |
| OBC-NCL | No Fee |
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Last date: 10 Jul 2026
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