The Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs is inviting applications for the position of Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) under the Sports Quota. A total of 521 vacancies are available, and the last date to apply is 11 November 2026.
CRPF Head Constable Recruitment 2026: 521 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | Directorate General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Post Name | Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty), Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted & Non-Ministerial, under Sports Quota |
| Advt No | R.II-21/2026-Sports |
| Total Vacancies | 521 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | rect.crpf.gov.in |
Important Dates
The application process for the recruitment will follow a specific timeline. Below are the important dates to note:
| Online Application Start | 12 October 2026, 9:00 AM |
| Online Application & Fee Payment Last Date | 11 November 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| Correction/Modification Window | 12 November 2026 to 14 November 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Category Status (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | 11 November 2026 |
| Eligible Sports Achievement Window | 30 September 2024 to 30 September 2026 |
Application Fee
The application fee is applicable only to certain categories. Below is the fee structure:
| Male candidates (UR/OBC/EWS) | Rs. 100 |
Age Limit
Candidates must meet the following age criteria to be eligible for the posts:
| Age Limit (both posts) | 18 to 23 years |
| Cut-off Date | 1 August 2026 |
| Date of Birth Range | Not before 2 August 2003 and not after 1 August 2008 |
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across various sports disciplines. Below is the breakdown of vacancies:
| Post | Total Posts |
| Head Constable (GD) | 182 (Male 150, Female 32) |
| Constable (GD) | 339 (Male 258, Female 81) |
| Grand Total | 521 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill specific educational qualifications to apply for the positions. The educational requirements differ for the two posts:
| Post | Educational Qualification |
| HC/GD (Sports Quota) | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board/University recognized by the Central or State Government, or equivalent Army Qualification (for Ex-Army personnel) |
| CT/GD (Sports Quota) | Matriculation or its equivalent from a recognized Board |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary structure for the selected candidates is as follows:
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
| Head Constable (GD) Sportspersons | Level 4: Rs. 25,500 – 81,100 |
| Constable (GD) Sportspersons | Level 3: Rs. 21,700 – 69,100 |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages to ensure the right candidates are chosen:
- Identity Check
- Documentation
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Sports Trial Test
- Detailed/Review Medical Examination
How to Apply
Candidates must follow these steps to apply online for the recruitment:
- Visit rect.crpf.gov.in and read the instructions carefully.
- Create your profile and upload a copy of the certificate/document for your sports discipline.
- Fill the online application form.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the website.
- Submit the application before 11 November 2026, 23:59 hrs.
- Use the correction window (12–14 November 2026) if you need to modify your submitted application.
- Ensure to submit the application ONLINE only; no offline applications will be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers can apply for the posts of Constable (GD) as it requires only Matriculation or its equivalent. However, the Head Constable (GD) position requires 10+2 or equivalent, which may limit eligibility for some freshers.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify if one candidate can apply for more than one post, so it is advisable to apply for only one post to avoid complications.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates will need to provide educational and sports qualification certificates, along with any other documents specified in the official notification.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: केंद्रीय रिजर्व पुलिस बल (CRPF)
- पद: हेड कांस्टेबल (सामान्य ड्यूटी) और कांस्टेबल (सामान्य ड्यूटी)
- कुल पद: 521
- योग्यता: 10+2 या समकक्ष
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 23 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 11 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
