North Eastern Railway NER Gorakhpur is recruiting for 49 vacancies against the Sports Quota for 2025-2026. This recruitment is for Group C and Level-1 posts. The job posting is for locations within the N.E. Railway. The recruitment notice was released on 09/10/2025. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online from 11/10/2025 until 10/11/2025.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell NER |
| Post Name | Sports Quota Group C and Level-1 |
| Advt No. | NER/RRC/SQ/2025-26 |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Mode of Trial | Offline Sports Trial |
| Vacancies | 49 |
| Salary | Level-1 to Level-5 Pay Scale |
| Applicant Eligible From | India |
| Job Location | Anywhere in N.E. Railway |
| Category | Railway Recruitment 2025 |
Post Details
The recruitment drive is for a total of 49 posts across various sports disciplines. These posts are for Group C in Level-2/3/4/5 and for Level-1. The specific positions are detailed in the tables below.
| Game Name | Level-4/5 Posts | Level-2/3 Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics (Men) | 10000m Race-01 | Cross Country-01 |
| Athletics (Women) | - | - |
| Wrestling (Men) | 74 Kg. Free Style-01 | - |
| Wrestling (Women) | - | 62 Kg. Free Style-01 |
| Handball (Men) | - | All-Rounder-01 |
| Handball (Women) | - | P.P.-01 |
| Kabaddi (Men) | Right Corner-01 | - |
| Kabaddi (Women) | - | Right Cover-01 |
| Cricket (Men) | - | Fast Bowler-01 M.O. Batsman-01 |
| Volleyball (Men) | Setter-01 | - |
| Volleyball (Women) | - | Setter-01 |
| Hockey (Men) | - | Mid Fielder-01 |
| Hockey (Women) | - | Forward-01 |
| Football (Men) | - | - |
| Weightlifting (Men) | - | 61 Kg.-01 |
| Weightlifting (Women) | - | 76 Kg.-01 |
| Swimming/Diving (Men) | 1500m Free Style-01 | - |
| Basketball (Men) | - | All Rounder-01 |
| Basketball (Women) | - | All Rounder-01 |
| Boxing (Men) | 71 Kg.-01 | - |
| Boxing (Women) | - | 70 Kg.-01 |
| Game Name | Level-1 Posts | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics (Men) | 5000m Race-01 | 02 |
| Athletics (Women) | 10000m Race-01 | 02 |
| Wrestling (Men) | 70 & 65 Kg. Free Style-02 | 03 |
| Wrestling (Women) | - | 01 |
| Handball (Men) | Left Back-01 | 02 |
| Handball (Women) | Goal Keeper-01 | 02 |
| Kabaddi (Men) | Left Raider-01 | 02 |
| Kabaddi (Women) | Left Raider-01 Right Corner-01 | 03 |
| Cricket (Men) | Wicket Keeper-01 | 03 |
| Volleyball (Men) | Center Blocker-01 | 02 |
| Volleyball (Women) | Center Blocker-01 | 02 |
| Hockey (Men) | Mid Fielder-01 | 02 |
| Hockey (Women) | Goalkeeper-01 Mid Fielder-01 | 03 |
| Football (Men) | Goalkeeper-01 Defence-02 Mid-01 Fwd-01 | 05 |
| Weightlifting (Men) | 109 Kg.-01 | 02 |
| Weightlifting (Women) | 55 Kg.-01 | 02 |
| Swimming/Diving (Men) | Spring Board Diving-01 | 02 |
| Basketball (Men) | Power Forward-01 Center-01 | 03 |
| Basketball (Women) | Forward-01 | 02 |
| Boxing (Men) | 60 Kg.-01 | 02 |
| Boxing (Women) | 54 Kg.-01 | 02 |
The age limit for all posts is 18 to 25 years as of 01/01/2026. Candidates born between 02/01/2001 and 01/01/2008 can apply. No age relaxation is allowed for any category.
Exam Fee
| SC ST Ex-Servicemen PwBD Women Minorities EBC | Rs. 250 |
| All other candidates | Rs. 500 |
Essential Qualification
- Posts in Level-4/5 (GP 2400/2800)
- A university Degree or its equivalent.
- Posts in Level-2/3 (GP 1900/2000)
- Pass in 10+2 or its equivalent.
- OR 10th Grade pass plus ITI.
- OR 10th Grade pass plus Apprenticeship.
- Posts in Level-1 (GP 1800)
- 10th Grade pass or ITI.
- OR National Apprenticeship Certificate.
Selection Process
- The selection is based on sports trials.
- Assessment of sports achievements and education.
- Candidates must get 25 out of 40 marks in the trial to be FIT.
- Final merit list based on total marks out of 100.
How to Apply
- Go to the official NER website.
- Read the employment notice carefully.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload your scanned photo and signature.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Print the application form for your records.
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 11/10/2025 10:00 AM |
| Application Last Date | 10/11/2025 06:00 PM |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
- What is the age limit for NER Sports Quota recruitment?
- The age limit is 18 to 25 years as of January 1 2026. No relaxation is given.
- What is the application fee for general candidates?
- The application fee for general candidates is Rs. 500. Rs. 400 will be refunded if they appear for the trial.