Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 323 Posts

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• Updated March 26, 2026 05:27 PM
• by K Sangeetha Officially Verified
• Applications closed on 21 April 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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• The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has reopened the Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 application process for 323 vacancies across 26 sports disciplines such as Athletics, Swimming, Boxing, and more. Although the application window was initially closed, it has now been officially reactivated, allowing eligible candidates with a Diploma in Coaching from NS-NIS Patiala or equivalent qualifications to apply online.
• As per the revised schedule, candidates can submit their applications from 23rd March 2026 (10:00 AM) to 21st April 2026 (05:00 PM) through the official website. This recruitment offers a valuable opportunity to secure a Level-6 position (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) under a selection process comprising a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a Coaching Ability Test.

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SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 - Overview

SAI Assistant Coach Vacancy 2026 Details

• A total of 323 vacancies will be filled for Assistant Coach posts under the Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 across 26 sports disciplines including Swimming, Athletics, Boxing, Wrestling and more. Check SAI Assistant Coach category wise and sports wise vacancy details in the table below.
• Note: 33% horizontal reservation for women shall be applicable across all categories. Vacancies are provisional and may vary as per SAI requirements.

SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

SAI Assistant Coach Eligibility Criteria 2026

• Candidates must possess Diploma or equivalent in coaching from SAI NS-NIS Patiala or any other recognized Indian/Foreign University as per Annexure-I.
• Upper Age Limit: 30 years as on opening date of application with relaxations for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), SAI contractual employees (equivalent to service duration), Ex-Servicemen, and Departmental candidates as per DoPT guidelines.
• Essential Professional Qualification: Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with Certificate Course in Coaching OR Dronacharya Awardees.
• Candidates must be Indian citizens and meet all eligibility conditions before applying for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026.

SAI Assistant Coach Salary 2026

• Pay Scale: Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400) in Pay Band-II (Rs. 9,300-34,800) with Grade Pay Rs. 4,200.
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Leave, Medical Benefits as per Central Government Rules.
• Additional Benefits: Sports Kit as per SAI rules; promotion path to Coach, Sr. Coach, Chief Coach, and High Performance Coach.
• Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India across SAI Regional Centres, National Centres of Excellence, and Training Centres.

SAI Assistant Coach Application Fees 2026

• Non-refundable application fees** must be paid online (NEFT/RTGS/Net Banking/UPI):
• Note: Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

SAI Assistant Coach Selection Process 2026

• Two-Stage Process: Computer Based Test (CBT) (40% weightage) + Coaching Ability Test (CAT) (60% weightage).
• CBT Details: 100 MCQs (2 hours) covering Sports-specific knowledge (65 marks), Sports Science (25 marks), General Awareness/Reasoning/Aptitude (10 marks) with negative marking.
• CAT Shortlisting: 1:3 ratio (3 candidates per vacancy per sport/category) based on CBT performance.
• Final Selection: Merit list based on combined CBT+CAT scores followed by document verification and medical fitness.
• No interview; no re-evaluation/re-checking of answer sheets permitted.

How to Apply for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026

• Visit Official Website: Go to sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in and click on "SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026" link.
• Online Registration: Complete registration with valid Email ID (keep active till recruitment completion) from 23 Mar to 21 Apr 2026.
• Fill Application Form: Enter personal details, educational qualifications, sports discipline, category, and upload scanned passport photo (max 80KB) and signature (max 30KB) in JPG format.
• Upload Documents: Age proof, ID proof, educational certificates, category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen), SAI contract service proof if applicable.
• Pay Application Fee: Deposit fees online (Rs. 2,000/2,500 based on category).
• Submit & Download: Submit form and download registration slip with unique ID/password for future reference. No hard copies needed at application stage.
• Keep Active: Monitor registered email and SAI website for CBT/CAT call letters and updates.
• Important: Only online applications accepted. No offline/hard copy submissions entertained.

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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026?

• There are 323 vacancies for Assistant Coaches across various sports disciplines in the Sports Authority of India.

Q2. What is the age limit for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026?

• The upper age limit is 30 years as on the opening date of submission of application form, with relaxations for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and other categories.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for Assistant Coach in SAI 2026?

• Candidates need a Diploma in coaching from SAI NS-NIS or equivalent, or participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with Certificate Course, or Dronacharya Awardee.

Q4. What is the application fee for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026?

• The fee is Rs. 2500 for UR/EWS/OBC candidates and Rs. 2000 for SC/ST/Ex-servicemen/Women candidates, non-refundable.