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CRPF announces 521 sports quota posts, applications from October 12
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has invited online applications for 521 posts of Head Constable (General Duty) and Constable (General Duty) under the Sports Quota 2026. The recruitment notification has been published on the official CRPF recruitment website, rect.crpf.gov.in.
The vacancies include 182 Head Constable (GD) posts and 339 Constable (GD) posts for eligible male and female sportspersons. Pay ranges from Rs 21,700 to Rs 81,100 per month depending on the post.
The application process begins on October 12, 2026 and closes on November 11, 2026. Candidates can modify their submitted applications from November 12 to November 14, 2026.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The 521 vacancies under the sports quota offer a direct entry route for meritorious sportspersons into central armed police forces at a time when such recruitment has been irregular. The 339 Constable (GD) posts outnumber the 182 Head Constable posts, suggesting the force is prioritising filling lower ranks. Candidates must check the detailed notification for sport-specific eligibility and event-wise vacancy distribution before applying. The November 11 deadline and the three-day correction window mean applicants should prepare documents early.
Source: careers360.com
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