Border Security Force (BSF) has released the BSF Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 notification for 549 vacancies. Eligible male and female sportspersons can apply online from 27 December 2025 to 15 January 2026 at the official portal rectt.bsf.gov.in.
This recruitment is exclusively for candidates who have achieved notable performance in national or international sporting events within the specified eligibility period.
Overview of BSF Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Border Security Force (BSF) |
| Post Name | Constable (General Duty) – Sports Quota |
| Total Vacancies | 549 |
| Application Start Date | 27 December 2025 (00:01 AM) |
| Application Last Date | 15 January 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Education Required | Class 10th Pass |
| Age Limit | 18 to 23 years (as on 01 August 2025) |
| Selection Criteria | Sports Marks + Documentation + PST + Medical |
| Pay Scale | Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) + Allowances |
| Official Website | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidate must be 10th Pass from a recognized board.
Sports Eligibility
Candidates must have competed between 15 January 2024 to 15 January 2026 in any of the following levels:
- International Competitions
- National Games
- Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships
- Federation Cup Championships
- Inter-University Championships
Priority is given to medal winners and candidates with higher sporting achievement.
Discipline-Wise Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 549 (Male + Female)
| Discipline | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Athletics | 123 |
| Boxing | 28 |
| Swimming | 42 |
| Weightlifting | 38 |
| Wrestling | 35 |
| Judo | 26 |
| Water Sports (Kayaking / Canoeing) | 32 |
| Gymnastics | 15 |
| Hockey | 18 |
| Shooting | 35 |
| Basketball | 22 |
| Football | 20 |
| Kabaddi | 18 |
| Handball | 20 |
| Volleyball | 24 |
| Taekwondo | 18 |
| Equestrian | 15 |
| Other Disciplines | 20 |
| Total | 549 |
(Disciplines are grouped for brevity as per your requirement.)
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 23 years
Age Relaxation
- OBC (NCL): +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- Other categories as per BSF rules
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Male) | ₹159 |
| SC / ST / Female Candidates | Exempted |
Payment Mode: UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 27 December 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 15 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
| PST / Sports Trials | To be notified |
Sports Marks Criteria
Selection is based on performance level:
| Sports Achievement | Marks |
|---|---|
| Represented India at International Level | 80 |
| Medal at Senior National Championship | 70 |
| Medal at Junior/Youth/School Nationals | 60 |
| Medal at Inter-University Championship | 60 |
| Participation at National Level | 50 |
Higher marks increase the candidate’s chance in final merit.
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted in the following stages:
- Sports Achievement Evaluation (Marks-Based)
- Document Verification
- Physical Standards Test (PST)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
No written exam is conducted for Sports Quota.
Salary / Pay Scale
- Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
- Allowances include:
- Dearness Allowance
- Transport Allowance
- Ration Money Allowance
- Risk & Hardship Allowance
- Dress Allowance
Documents Required
- 10th Marksheet
- Valid Sports Certificates (as per eligibility window)
- Government ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)
- Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photograph & Signature
How to Apply
- Visit rectt.bsf.gov.in
- Register using email and mobile number
- Fill out the application form accurately
- Upload all required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Direct Link to Online Application :- click here
Important Instructions
- Only achievements within 15 Jan 2024 – 15 Jan 2026 are valid
- Candidates must upload genuine sports certificates
- Incomplete forms will be rejected
- Apply well before the last date to avoid server issues
FAQs: Common Questions about BSF Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
A total of 549 vacancies.
15 January 2026 (11:59 PM).
Candidates must be 10th Pass.
No, selection is based on sports marks, PST, and medical.
₹21,700 – ₹69,100 + allowances.
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