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| Recruiting authority | Indian Navy (Indian Navy Sports Control Board, Naval Headquarters, Ministry of Defence) |
| Last successful check | 14 Nov 2026 |
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- Updated September 21, 2026 04:39 PM
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- Applications closed on 15 October 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Indian Navy (Indian Navy Sports Control Board, Naval Headquarters, Ministry of Defence) |
| Entry/Batch | Sports Quota Entry - 02/2026 Batch |
| Ranks | Direct Entry Petty Officer (Sports Entry) / Chief Petty Officer (Sports Entry) |
| Eligible Candidates | Unmarried male and female candidates, outstanding sportspersons in specified disciplines |
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 qualified in any stream, or equivalent examination |
| Application Mode | Offline only, by Ordinary Post (A4-size prescribed format) |
| Application Fee | Not specified |
| Last Date of Receipt of Application | 15.10.2026 (general); 22.10.2026 (North East states, J&K, Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep & Minicoy Island) |
| Selection Process | Sports Trials at designated Naval Centres → Medical Examination (INS Hamla, Mumbai / INS India, Delhi) → Selection List |
| Initial Training | At INS Chilka, followed by professional trade training at various Naval Training Establishments |
| Initial Engagement | 15 years, subject to successful completion of training |
| Official Website | www.joinindiannavy.gov.in |
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Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last Date of Receipt of Application (General) | 15.10.2026 |
| Last Date of Receipt of Application (North East states, J&K, Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep & Minicoy Island) | 22.10.2026 |
| Selection Trial Date, Time & Venue | Not specified in the notification; call-up letters will be posted to shortlisted candidates |
Educational Qualification
- 10+2 qualified in any stream, or an equivalent examination.
Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Candidates must be between 17½ and 25 years of age as on the date of commencement of the course. Candidates should have been born between 01 September 2001 and 28 February 2009 (both dates inclusive).
Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Physical Standards
| Parameter | Male | Female |
| Minimum Height | 157 cm | 152 cm |
Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Deserving candidates would be called to appear for trials at designated Naval Centres.
- Candidates qualifying trials will undergo medical examination at INS Hamla, Mumbai/INS India, Delhi.
- The Offer of Enrolment will be forwarded to the selected candidates only, which will be strictly determined by requirement in the particular sports discipline and availability of vacancies.
- Requests for change of venue of selection trials will not be entertained. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- Short-listing criteria will be based on higher sports achievements.
- Call-up letters will be posted to eligible shortlisted candidates, indicating date, time, and place for the selection trial.
- All original certificates and mark sheets must be produced at the time of the selection trial.
- Candidates declared Medically Temporary Unfit in the recruitment medical examination can avail a specialist review from the specified Military Hospital within a maximum period of 21 days - no further review/appeal is permissible.
- Candidates declared Medically Permanent Unfit can appeal for a Specialist opinion at a Military Hospital within 21 days, on payment of ₹40 by Military Receivable Order (MRO) on Government Treasury. A medical fitness certificate other than one from the designated Military Hospital's specialist opinion will not be considered; no further review/appeal is permissible.
- The select list will be prepared from candidates who qualify in all respects, depending on the available vacancies in the particular sports discipline.
- The candidature of selected candidates is valid for the current batch only.
- All select-listed candidates will be forwarded a Police Verification form along with the Offer of Enrolment, and must submit the same to INS Hamla at the time of enrolment after getting their antecedents verified from the concerned district police authorities. Candidates without a verified police verification report will not be eligible for enrolment.
- No enquiry will be entertained regarding recruitment/enrolment after a period of six months.
How to Apply for Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
- Download the application form from www.joinindiannavy.gov.in, or prepare it as per the given format on A4-size paper.
- Fill in the application form completely - only one application form is to be forwarded; candidates who send more than one application for the same entry will be disqualified.
- Write the type of entry, sports discipline, and achievements clearly on top of the envelope containing the application. The envelope should be of brown colour (Example: "Direct Entry Petty Officer/Chief Petty Officer - 02/2026 KABADDI - NATIONAL LEVEL").
- Punch and tie firmly with a strong thread, in sequence, the following self-attested documents to the application: (a) Matriculation Certificate (for DOB verification), (b) 10th Mark Sheet, (c) NCC/Sports Certificate (if applicable), (d) Domicile Certificate, (e) 10+2 Certificate along with mark sheet.
- Attach two self-addressed envelopes of size 22 x 10 cm, with a ₹10 stamp affixed on one envelope.
- Submit one additional recent coloured passport-size photograph along with the application, with name and signature on the reverse of the photograph - the background of the photograph should be blue. Computer-generated/digital photographs will not be accepted.
- Send the application only by Ordinary Post to: The Secretary, Indian Navy Sports Control Board, Naval Headquarters, Ministry of Defence, Nausena Bhawan, Room No. W-016, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi - 110010.
- Applications received through Speed Post, Registered Post, or Couriers will be rejected.
- Ensure the application reaches by the closing date - 15.10.2026 (general) or 22.10.2026 (for candidates from North East states, J&K, Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar, and Lakshadweep & Minicoy Island).
Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- The terms and conditions given in this advertisement are subject to change and may therefore be treated as guidelines only.
- In case of any difficulty, candidates may contact NHQ/MoD on Tel: 011-28702429.
- Applicants declared permanently medically unfit by any Armed Forces Hospital in a previous recruitment for the same entry in the Navy are advised not to apply.
- Beware of Agents/Cheats: Any person claiming rapport with officials of the Naval Recruitment Organisation who promises to get a candidate recruited on unlawful means should be reported, since you are bound to lose money and will not benefit. Applications submitted by hand of any person are rejected at NHQ, MoD - only applications received at NHQ, MoD, by post boxes as specified are accepted for validation. The evaluation of answer sheets, declaration of results, Physical Fitness Test, and Medicals are conducted by various independent teams nominated by NHQ, MoD. Candidates are advised to conduct themselves as law-abiding citizens and refrain from succumbing to promises made by any agent, who may collect money on false pretexts.
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Q3. What is the age limit for Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates must be 17½ to 25 years of age as on the date of commencement of the course, born between 01 September 2001 and 28 February 2009 (both dates inclusive).
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
- Candidates must be 10+2 qualified in any stream, or have passed an equivalent examination.
Q7. What is the selection process for Indian Navy Sports Quota Recruitment 2026?
- Selection involves sports trials at designated Naval Centres based on higher sports achievements, followed by a Medical Examination at INS Hamla, Mumbai, or INS India, Delhi, and preparation of a select list based on available vacancies per discipline.
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