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Sports Authority of India Recruitment 2026 for 323 Assistant Coach Posts – Apply Online @ sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in

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SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 - Overview

  • Organization: Sports Authority of India (SAI), Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports
  • Post Name: Assistant Coach (26 Sports Disciplines)
  • Total Vacancy: 323 (UR:187, OBC:73, SC:32, ST:9, EWS:22)
  • Last Date to Apply: 21st April 2026 (05:00 PM)
  • Official Website: sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026

Sports DisciplineVacancy Count
Swimming26
Athletics28
Cycling12
Gymnastics12
Wrestling22
Canoeing7
Judo6
Rowing11
Shooting28
Boxing19
Fencing11
Weightlifting10
Taekwondo11
Archery12
Table Tennis14
Badminton16
Tennis8
Basketball12
Volleyball10
Field Hockey13
Football12
Handball6
Kabaddi6
Kho-Kho2
Sepak Takraw3
Wushu6
Total323
  • Note: 33% horizontal reservation for women is applicable. Vacancies are provisional.

Educational Qualification

  • Diploma or equivalent in coaching from SAI NS-NIS Patiala or any recognized Indian/Foreign University.
  • Essential Professional Qualification: Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with Certificate Course in Coaching OR Dronacharya Awardees.

Age Limit

  • Maximum Age: 30 years as on 23rd March 2026.
  • Relaxations: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), SAI contractual employees, Ex-Servicemen, Departmental candidates as per DoPT guidelines.

Salary & Benefits

  • Pay Scale: Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) in Pay Band-II with Grade Pay ₹4,200.
  • Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Medical Benefits as per Central Government Rules.
  • Sports Kit: Provided as per SAI rules.

How to Apply Online for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the official website: sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in.
  • Click on the "SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026" link.
  • Complete registration with a valid Email ID (keep it active till recruitment completion).
  • Fill the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and sports discipline.
  • Upload scanned passport photo (max 80KB) and signature (max 30KB) in JPG format.
  • Upload necessary documents (Age proof, ID proof, educational certificates, category certificates).
  • Pay the application fee online (₹2,000 for SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen; ₹2,500 for UR/OBC/EWS).
  • Submit the form and download the registration slip for future reference.
  • Application Period: 23rd March 2026 (10:00 AM) to 21st April 2026 (05:00 PM).

SAI Assistant Coach Selection Process 2026

  • Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) – 100 MCQs (2 hours) with 40% weightage.
  • Stage 2: Coaching Ability Test (CAT) – 60% weightage. Shortlisting ratio 1:3 per category.
  • Final Selection: Merit list based on combined CBT+CAT scores, followed by document verification and medical fitness.
  • No interview; no re-evaluation of answer sheets.
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