Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota – SSB
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 404
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹21,700 - ₹69,100 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent from a recognized board along with recognized sports achievements in specified disciplines.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — candidates must possess recognized sports achievements at National or International levels within the last two years.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 23 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) is recruiting for 404 vacancies of Constable (General Duty) under the Sports Quota for the year 2026, offering a monthly salary ranging from ₹21,700 to ₹69,100. Eligible male and female sportspersons who have completed their 10th Standard and possess recognized sports achievements are invited to apply online. This recruitment 2026 provides a prestigious opportunity for athletes to serve the nation in a Group C Non-Gazetted combatised post while continuing their sporting excellence with full government benefits.
- Candidates must be between 18 to 23 years of age, with applicable relaxations for SC, ST, and OBC categories as per government norms.
- The selection process involves two stages: Stage-I for international medalists and Stage-II for national-level achievers including field trials and skill tests.
- Applicants must have represented their state or country in recognized national or international competitions within the last two years.
- A non-refundable application fee of ₹100 is applicable for General, EWS, and OBC candidates, while SC, ST, and Female candidates are exempt.
- The post is temporary but likely to be continued, offering a permanent career path within the Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level-3 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹21,700–₹69,100) plus Dearness Allowance, HRA, and other allowances as per Central Government rules.
Selection Process
Checking of Testimonials/Documents
Physical Standard Test (PST)
Trial Test
Application Fees
General/EWS/OBC: 100
SC/ST/Female: 0
Reservation
Total Vacancies: 404 Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS is applicable as per Government of India sports quota recruitment norms.
How to Apply
- Fill in the required personal and educational details
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents and photographs
- Pay the application fee online if applicable
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary for this post is in Pay Level-3 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ranging from ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month plus applicable allowances.
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent from a recognized board and possess valid sports achievement certificates.
There are a total of 404 vacancies available for sportspersons across various disciplines including Archery, Athletics, Boxing, and more.
