RRC Western Railway Recruitment 2025 – Group C & Group D (Sports Quota) – 64 Posts
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway, has unveiled a specialized recruitment drive under Sports Quota for 2025–26 to fill 64 vacancies in Group C (21 posts) and Group D (43 posts), inviting talented sportspersons to apply
Educational Qualifications
Group C posts (21 vacancies):
Candidates must hold graduation in any discipline, or
12th pass, or
Matric plus NCVT/SCVT-approved ITI, or a diploma, or
Matric plus apprenticeship certificate (NAC).
Group D posts (43 vacancies):
Minimum educational requirement is Matriculation, or
ITI, or
Diploma, or
NAC certificate from NCVT/SCVT-approved organisations
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Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
Eligible age range is 18 to 25 years.
Candidates born between 2 January 2001 and 1 January 2008 are eligible
Key Dates
Online application opens: 30 July 2025 (10:00 AM)
Last date to apply: 29 August 2025 (6:00 PM)
Applications must be submitted strictly within this window
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Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 500 (includes refundable portion of ₹ 400 upon appearance in trial after deduction of bank charges).
SC / ST / Ex‑Servicemen / PWD / Women / Minorities / EBC/OBC-A/B: ₹ 250 (fully refundable after participation in trial event).
Mode of payment is online only via net banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI
Selection Procedure
Sports Trial or Physical Performance Demonstration: Priority is given to proven track record in state/national/regional sports. Candidates must participate in prescribed trials.
Written Test: Some disciplines may require a written screening test followed by document verification and trial performance evaluation.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates from trials/written test must produce valid certificates (age, education, sports achievements, category) during scrutiny.
Final Merit List: Based on sports credentials, trial performance, and academic qualifications (if applicable)
How to Apply
Applications are accepted only online through the RRC Western Railway recruitment portal starting 30 July, closing on 29 August 2025
Steps:
Register using a valid email and mobile number.
Select applicable sports discipline and post (Group C or Group D).
Fill in all personal, educational, and sports achievement details in the online form.
Upload scanned photograph, signature, category and sports certificates, age proof, educational mark sheets or diploma.
Pay prescribed application fee as per category.
Submit and download the application acknowledgment/receipt.
Summary
The Western Railway’s Sports Quota drive for 64 Group C and D positions is a unique opportunity for accomplished athletes and sportspersons aged 18 to 25 years with qualifications ranging from 10th to graduation, or vocational certifications like ITI or diploma. Applications are open from 30 July to 29 August 2025, with selection based on sports performance trials, academic eligibility, and document verification. The refundable fee mechanism adds fairness to the process. Candidate should ensure accurate filling and timely submission of certificates and applications.