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SSB GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: Your Gateway to Government Service Through Sports
Looking for a government job that values your athletic achievements? The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced the SSB GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026, opening doors for 404 Constable positions specifically for 10th-pass athletes. This recruitment provides a stable career path with a starting salary under Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100). Whether you’re an international medalist or represented your state at the national level, this opportunity is designed for dedicated sports persons like you.
Key Details of SSB GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Conducting Authority: Sashastra Seema Bal
- Job Location: All India (SSB units across the country)
- Post Names: Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota
- Recruitment Year: 2026
- Total Vacancies: 404 Posts (Open to both Male and Female)
- Application Mode: Online
- Salary / Pay Level: ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month (Pay Level-3)
- Nationality: Non-Indian citizens need prior Central Government permission. Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan are eligible.
Eligibility Requirements for SSB GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualifications
- You must have completed Matriculation (10th) or equivalent from a recognized board/institution
- Only full-time courses are considered – distance or correspondence courses won’t qualify
Sports Achievements
- National or International level competition performance on behalf of your state/country
- Medal winners in Senior/Junior National Championships
- Medal winners in Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India University Games, or Khelo India Winter Games
- University representatives in Inter-University Tournament
- Sports performance considered from the last 2 years (30 days from Employment News publication)
Age Limit (as of April 20, 2026)
- Age requirement: 18 to 23 years
- Age relaxations apply: +5 years for SC/ST and +3 years for OBC candidates
Application Fee Structure
- UR, EWS & OBC Candidates: ₹100
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female Candidates: No fee
- Payment must be made online
Selection Process for SSB GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
The selection happens in two stages to ensure fair evaluation of all candidates:
Stage-I: Priority Candidates
For International & National Medal Winners up to 3rd Place
- Documentation verification
- Sports achievements checking (marks based on medals/participation)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Review Medical Examination (RME) if required
Stage-II: Remaining Candidates
For candidates considered if vacancies remain unfilled after Stage-I
- Documentation verification
- Field Trial/Skill Test (50 marks, minimum 60% qualifying)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
- Review Medical Examination (RME)
How to Apply for SSB GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
The application window is open from May 9 to June 7, 2026. Here’s how to complete your application:
- Read the notification thoroughly before starting your application
- Gather all required documents (eligibility, ID proof, address details, basic information)
- Prepare scanned copies of necessary documents (photo, signature, ID proof, etc.)
- Fill out the online form carefully, double-checking all entries
- Pay the application fee if applicable (your form won’t be complete without payment)
- Take a printout of your final submitted application for future reference
Remember: Applications submitted after June 7, 2026, at 23:59 hours won’t be considered under any circumstances.
Important Dates for SSB GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Short Notification Release: April 27, 2026
- Detailed Notification: May 9, 2026
- Online Application Start Date: May 9, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: June 7, 2026