Short Information : The Border Security Force (BSF) has officially released the BSF Constable GD Sports Quota Recruitment 2025–26 notification for 549 vacancies. This recruitment is exclusively for meritorious sportspersons (male & female) to the post of Constable (General Duty) in Group “C”. Eligible candidates can apply online from 27 December 2025 to 15 January 2026 through the official BSF recruitment portal bsf.gov.in.
The Border Security Force (BSF), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released the Constable (General Duty) Recruitment 2025 Notification under Sports Quota. This is a great opportunity for meritorious sportspersons to join India’s premier border guarding force.
The Constable (General Duty) Notification 2025 has been released by the Border Security Force to recruit eligible candidates for Constable (General Duty) posts under Sports Quota. Before applying for the recruitment, candidates must go through the detailed notification PDF to know complete details, i.e., eligibility criteria, selection process, registration dates, and more regarding the Constable GD Recruitment 2025.
BSF Constable (General Duty) Under Sports Quota Recruitment 2025;
| Company Name | Border Security Force (BSF) |
| Post Name | Constable (General Duty) Under Sports Quota |
| No of Posts | 549 |
| Salary | Level -3, Rs. 21,700-69,100/- per month |
| Qualification | Matriculation or Its equivalent from recognized board |
| Age Limit | 18 to 23 years |
Important Dates;
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27/12/2025 at 00:01 AM |
| Online Application Last Date | 15/01/2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Sports Achievement Period (Eligible Competitions) | 15/01/2024 to 15/01/2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 18th August, 2025 |
Vacancy Details;
| Discipline | Male Vacancy | Female Vacancy | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Athletics | 53 | 50 | 103 |
| Cross Country | 10 | 11 | 21 |
| Basketball | 3 | 17 | 20 |
| Badminton | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| Boxing | 10 | 20 | 30 |
| Cycling | 7 | 9 | 16 |
| Diving | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| Equestrian | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Fencing | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| Football | 4 | 17 | 21 |
| Gymnastics | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| Handball | 7 | 8 | 15 |
| Hockey | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| Kabaddi | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Judo | 10 | 11 | 21 |
| Karate | 12 | 3 | 15 |
| Sepak Takraw | 10 | 8 | 18 |
| Swimming | 17 | 14 | 31 |
| Shooting | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| Table Tennis | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Taekwondo | 4 | 10 | 14 |
| Volleyball | 14 | 15 | 29 |
| Water Polo | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Weightlifting | 14 | 10 | 24 |
| Wrestling (FreeStyle) | 17 | 14 | 31 |
| Wrestling (GR) | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| Water Sports | 10 | 8 | 18 |
| Wushu | 11 | 4 | 15 |
| Yoga | 6 | 4 | 10 |
| Grand Total | 277 | 272 | 549 |
Eligibility Criteria ;
Age Limit :-
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 23 years
Age Relaxation :-
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- Age Relaxation for Departmental Candidates: 5 years with 3 years continuous service, plus additional 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC
- Only the Date of Birth as recorded in the Matriculation Certificate will be accepted for determining the age
- OBC (NCL) certificate should have been obtained within one year before the closing date of online application
Educational Qualification :-
- Matriculation or Its equivalent from recognized board
- Only Matriculation certificate shall be accepted as a proof for establishing age of the candidates
- All educational certificates other than Central Board/State Board shall be accompanied with Government notifications declaring the equivalence of such qualifications for service under Central Government
Sports Qualification :-
- Players who have participated or won medals in International or National level competitions between 15/01/2024 to 15/01/2026
- Individual Event (International): Sportsperson who have participated or won medals in any International Sports tournament/competition/Championship as member of the Indian contingent conducted/recognized by International Sports Federation affiliated/recognized by IOC/IOA/MOYAS
- Individual Event (National): Players who have won medals in National Games/Senior National Championship/National Open Championship or Youth/Junior National Championship conducted/recognized by National Sports Federation affiliated/recognized by IOA/MOYAS
- Team Event (International): Sportsperson who have participated or won medals in international sports tournament/competition/Championship conducted/recognized by International sports federation affiliated/recognized by IOC/IOA/MOYAS
- Team Event (National): Sportsperson who have won medals in National Games/Senior National Championship/National Open Championship or Youth/Junior National Championship while representing any State/UT/Sports Control Board/recognized federation
- Sportsperson should be the main playing member of the team and not in reserved list for team events
- Minimum qualifying marks: 12 marks (for all categories UR/SC/ST/OBC)
Desirable :-
- First Preference: Candidates who have represented the country and won medals in order of their priority (Gold/Silver/Bronze/participation) in Senior, Junior or Youth categories in international tournament/competition/championship
- Second Preference: Candidates who have represented and won medals or position up to 3rd place in National Games/Senior National Championship/National Open Championship or Youth/Junior National Championship
Salary :-
BSF Constable GD Sports Salary 2026
| Allowance | Amount (₹) |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700/- to ₹69,100/- Per Month |
| Level | Level-3 |
| Allowances | HRA, DA, TA, and Other Allowances |
- Basic Pay: Level -3, Rs. 21,700-69,100/- as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
- Other Allowances: All other allowances as applicable to all Central Government employees
- Pension Scheme: Candidates recruited will be governed/covered by the New Pension Scheme w.e.f. 01.01.2004 and other schemes issued by Government from time to time
- Additional Benefits: All allowances admissible to Central Government employee from time to time under the rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Male (General/UR) | Rs. 159/- |
| Male (OBC) | Rs. 159/- |
| Female (All Categories) | Exempted |
| SC/ST (All) | Exempted |
- Payment mode: Online through BSF Recruitment website https://rectt.bsf.gov.in only
- Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances
- Fee paid by modes other than prescribed will not be accepted and application will be rejected
How to Apply
Documents Required: Matriculation Certificate (for age proof), Educational certificates, Sports achievement certificates, Caste certificate (if applicable), OBC NCL certificate (obtained within 1 year), Domicile Certificate/PAN/Aadhaar/Driving License/Voter ID/Passport, Passport size photographs, NOC (for government employees)
Application Mode: ONLINE ONLY through BSF Recruitment website https://rectt.bsf.gov.in
Step 1: Visit the official BSF Recruitment website https://rectt.bsf.gov.in
Step 2: Read the official notification and instructions carefully
Step 3: Create profile on the recruitment portal before applying
Step 4: Upload copy of certificate/document for sports discipline in support of highest medal/position or highest level of participation in sports achievement
Step 5: Fill the online application form with accurate details
Step 6: Upload required documents including passport size photograph (same as to be submitted during documentation)
Step 7: Pay application fee online (if applicable) – Rs. 159/- for Male UR/OBC candidates
Step 8: Submit the application form
Step 9: Take printout of submitted application form for future reference
Step 10: Provide genuine and functional email ID and mobile number for receiving admit card and other communications
Important: No application will be accepted offline. Candidature of candidates who submit application offline will be rejected summarily
Selection Process
- Stage 1 – Scrutiny of Applications: Online application forms and uploaded certificates will be scrutinized. Candidates securing minimum qualifying 12 marks will be issued online admit cards
- Stage 2 – Documentation: Verification of all original documents/certificates pertaining to age, education, caste, sport achievement, proof to avail age and height relaxation. Biometric identification will be captured
- Stage 3 – Physical Standard Test (PST): Height, chest measurement and weight verification as per prescribed standards
| Type | Male | Female | ||
| All Other | ST | All Other | ST | |
| Height | 170 CMS | 162.5 CMS | 157 CMS | 150 |
| Chest | 80-85 CMS | 75-80 CMS | N/A | N/A |
- Stage 4 – Merit List Preparation: Merit list will be drawn on the basis of marks obtained by candidates as per sports achievement marking table
- Stage 5 – Detailed Medical Examination (DME): Candidates selected in order of merit will undergo DME as per medical guidelines issued by MHA
- Stage 6 – Review Medical Examination (RME): Appeal against DME can be submitted within 24 hours with Rs. 25/- fee through Indian Postal Order along with Medical Fitness Certificate
- Tie Breaking Rules: Higher marks, International achievement over National, National Games over Senior National Championship, younger age, alphabetical order in English
- Final Selection: Based on merit, PST, and Medical fitness
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
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