The Border Security Force (BSF) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India has released an official recruitment notification for Constable (General Duty) under Sports Quota – 2025. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian male and female sportspersons for filling 549 vacancies in Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted & Non-Ministerial) posts.
This recruitment is for meritorious sportspersons and the selected candidates will be posted anywhere in India or abroad.
Organization Details
Force Name: Border Security Force (BSF)
Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
Post Name: Constable (General Duty)
Category: Group ‘C’
Recruitment Type: Sports Quota
Job Location: All India / Abroad
Nature of Post: Temporary, likely to become permanent
Important Dates
Online Application Start Date: 27 December 2025 (00:01 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online: 15 January 2026 (11:59 PM)
Total Vacancies
Total Posts: 549
Male: 277
Female: 272
Vacancies are available across 30 different sports disciplines, including Athletics, Football, Boxing, Wrestling, Hockey, Swimming, Shooting, Weightlifting, Judo, Karate, Volleyball, Basketball, Yoga, Taekwondo, Wushu, Cycling, Gymnastics, Kabaddi, Sepak Takraw, Water Sports, Archery, Fencing, Badminton and more.
Pay Scale
Pay Level: Level-3 (7th CPC)
Basic Pay: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
Other Benefits: DA, HRA, TA and other allowances as admissible to Central Government employees
Pension: New Pension Scheme (NPS)
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 23 Years
Age Cut-off Date: 18 August 2025
Age Relaxation
SC/ST: 5 Years
OBC (NCL): 3 Years
Departmental Candidates: As per rules
Educational Qualification
Matriculation (10th pass) or equivalent from a recognized board
Sports Qualification
Candidates must have participated or won medals in International / National / Youth / Junior level competitions conducted between 15 January 2024 to 15 January 2026, recognized by:
• International Sports Federations
• Indian Olympic Association (IOA)
• Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS)
• National Sports Federations
Only one highest medal or participation will be considered for marks.
Sports Marks Criteria (Summary)
Olympics: Up to 100 Marks
World Championship / World Cup: Up to 90 Marks
Asian / Commonwealth Games: Up to 80 Marks
National Games / Senior National Championship: Up to 30 Marks
Youth / Junior National Championship: Up to 20 Marks
Preference will be given to candidates with international-level achievements.
Physical Standards
Height
Male: 170 cm
Female: 157 cm
Height relaxation is available for:
(i) Scheduled Tribes
(ii) Candidates from North Eastern States
(iii) Candidates from Assam, J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Garhwali, Kumaoni, Gorkha regions
Chest (Male Only)
Unexpanded: 80 cm
Expansion: Minimum 5 cm
Weight
Proportionate to height and age as per medical standards
Medical Standards
Vision: 6/6 and 6/9 without glasses
Color Vision: CP-III
• No knock knee, flat foot, squint, varicose veins
• Candidate must be mentally and physically fit
• Tattoos are allowed only as per prescribed guidelines.
Application Fee
General / OBC (Male): ₹159/-
SC / ST / Female Candidates: Exempted
Fee must be paid online only.
Selection Process
1. Online Application Scrutiny
2. Document Verification
3. Physical Standard Test (PST)
4. Merit List based on Sports Marks
5. Detailed Medical Examination (DME)
6. Final Selection
No written examination is conducted.
How to Apply
1. Visit BSF Recruitment Website: https://rectt.bsf.gov.in
2. Register and fill the online application form
3. Upload required documents and sports certificates
4. Pay application fee (if applicable)
5. Submit the application before the last date
Only online applications will be accepted.
Important Instructions
(i) Candidates must upload valid sports certificates
(ii) No TA/DA will be provided for recruitment process
(iii) Candidates must bring original documents during verification
(iv) Vacancies may increase or decrease without prior notice
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📍 Important Note
This job notification is strictly applicable only for candidates from Assam and India.
Applications from outside India will not be accepted and should not apply.
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