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Job Post Recruitment Board Overview – Central Industrial Security Force
The Ministry of Home Affairs of the Government of India oversees the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), a top paramilitary organization tasked with protecting vital installations and infrastructure around the nation. Under the Sports Quota-2025, is seeking applications from deserving male and female athletes for the position of Head Constable (General Duty). This hiring campaign seeks to fill 403 positions around India, providing opportunities in martial arts, gymnastics, taekwondo, wushu, and other disciplines to applicants who have demonstrated success in sports at the national or international level.
Job Brief Information
Total Post:
- Head Constable (General Duty)
Job Post Details
| Field | Details |
| Post Name | Head Constable (General Duty) |
| Compensation | Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100/-) plus usual allowances (DA, HRA, etc.) as admissible to Central Government employees; Pension under National Pension System |
| Total Vacancies | 403 (204 for Men, 199 for Women) |
| Notification Date | 18th May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06th June 2025 (up to 23:59 Hrs) |
| Organization | Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Ministry of Home Affairs |
Eligibility Criteria – CISF Head Constable (General Duty) Posts
| Role | Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Age Relaxation | Other Criteria |
| Head Constable (General Duty) | 12th pass from a recognized educational institution with credit for representing the State/National/International in games, sports, and athletics | 18 to 23 years as on 01/08/2025 (born between 02/08/2002 and 01/08/2007) | SC/ST: Up to 5 years; OBC: Up to 3 years; Departmental candidates (3+ years service): 45 years (SC/ST), 40 years (Gen/EWS/OBC) | Sports achievements between 01/01/2023 and 06/06/2025: Represented country in Senior/Junior International tournaments, State in National Games/Championships, or won medals in All India Inter-University Championship or National School Games |
Additional Criteria:
- Sports certificates must be issued by recognized authorities (e.g., National -Federation, State Association, University, or School Games Federation).
- Candidates must meet physical standards: Men (Height: 167 cm, Chest: 81-86 cm); Women (Height: 153 cm, no chest requirement). Relaxations apply for certain categories (e.g., hill area candidates, ST).
- Medical fitness as per CAPF standards; no knock knees, flat foot, or tattoos outside permitted areas (inner left forearm or dorsum of hands).
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are not eligible.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| Stage 1 | Trial Test (20 marks, qualifying, min. 10 marks) |
| Stage 2 | Proficiency Test (40 marks, min. 20 marks) |
| Stage 3 | Physical Standard Test (PST) |
| Stage 4 | Documentation (Verification of certificates) |
| Stage 5 | Medical Examination (Shortlist ~2 times vacancies based on Proficiency Test marks + Sports achievements) |
| Final | Merit list based on Proficiency Test marks and Sports achievements (out of 10 marks for highest medal); tie-breakers: younger candidate, then alphabetical order |
Structure of Online Test (if applicable)
The recruitment process for CISF Head Constable (General Duty) posts does not involve an online test. Selection is based on Trial Test, Proficiency Test, Physical Standard Test (PST), Documentation, and Medical Examination, with updates provided on the CISF website (https://cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in/).
Number of Posts and Reservation
| Discipline | Men Vacancies | Women Vacancies | Total |
| Wushu | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| Taekwondo | 2 | 6 | 8 |
| Karate | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Pencak Silat | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Archery | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Kayaking | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Canoeing | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Rowing | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| Football | 10 | 8 | 18 |
| Handball | 8 | 8 | 16 |
| Gymnastics | 6 | 8 | 14 |
| Fencing | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Kho-Kho | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| Swimming/Aquatics | 7 | 10 | 17 |
| Volleyball | 3 | 14 | 17 |
| SepakTakraw | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Basketball | 8 | 12 | 20 |
| Tennis | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Badminton | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Cycling | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| Athletics | 30 | 28 | 58 |
| Boxing | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Hockey | 7 | – | 7 |
| Shooting | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Judo | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Kabaddi | 6 | – | 6 |
| Weightlifting | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| Wrestling | 13 | 4 | 17 |
| Body Building | 12 | – | 12 |
| Total | 204 | 199 | 403 |
Verification Note: Total vacancies are confirmed as 403 (204 for Men, 199 for Women). Reservation category details (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD) are not specified in the document, as the recruitment is based on sports merit rather than reservation categories.
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
| UR/OBC/EWS | Rs 100/- |
| SC/ST/Female | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking, Credit/Debit/Rupay cards, UPI) or SBI Challan (cash at SBI branches) |
How To Apply
- Log on to the official CISF recruitment website: https://cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in/.
- Complete the One-Time Registration by providing personal details (Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Mobile Number, Email ID) as per Matriculation Certificate.
- Log in using the Registration ID and Password received via email/SMS.
- Fill the online application form for “Head Constable (General Duty) Against Sports Quota-2025,” ensuring all details are correct.
- Upload the following:
- Recent passport-size photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, 20-50 KB, JPEG, taken within 3 months, date printed on photo, no cap/spectacles).
- Scanned signature (4.0 cm x 2.0 cm, 10-20 KB, JPEG).
- Scanned copies of 12th pass certificate and Date of Birth proof (e.g., Matriculation Certificate) in PDF format (up to 1 MB).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) via Net Banking, Credit/Debit/Rupay cards, UPI, or SBI Challan (cash payment at SBI branches by 07/06/2025 if challan generated by 06/06/2025).
- Submit the application by 06th June 2025 (23:59 Hrs).
- Take a printout of the application form for your records (to be submitted during Documentation).
Official links
Notification – CISF Sports Quota
Apply Link
Apply Link – CISF Sports Quota
Official links
Official Website – CISF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CISF Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
It is a recruitment drive by CISF to fill 403 Head Constable (General Duty) posts for meritorious sportspersons who have excelled in recognized national/international competitions between 01/01/2023 and 06/06/2025.
Who can apply?
Indian citizens aged 18-23 years as on 01/08/2025, with a 12th pass certificate and sports achievements (e.g., represented country/state, won medals in national/international events), meeting physical and medical standards.
What is the last date to apply?
06th June 2025 (up to 23:59 Hrs).
How do I apply?
Submit an online application at https://cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in/ with required documents (photo, signature, 12th certificate, DOB proof) and pay the fee (if applicable) by 06/06/2025.
What is the selection process?
It involves a Trial Test (qualifying), a Proficiency Test (40 marks), a Physical Standard Test (PST), Documentation, and Medical Examination. Final merit is based on Proficiency Test marks and Sports achievements.
What are the benefits of this job?
Pay Level-4 (Rs 25,500-81,100/-), usual allowances (DA, HRA, etc.), and pension under the National Pension System.
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