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Recruiting authorityIndian Army - Army Sports Control Board
Last successful check10 Nov 2026
Last date15 Dec 2025
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  • Updated November 18, 2025 03:25 PM
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  • Indian Army has released an official notification for the recruitment of Not Mentioned Havildar And Naib Subedar Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Indian Army website. The last date to submit the application form is 15-12-2025. In this article, you’ll find the Indian Army Havildar And Naib Subedar Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 – Overview

DetailsInformation
Organization NameIndian Army - Army Sports Control Board
Post NameDirect Entry Havildar & Naib Subedar (Sports)
Intake Serial Number05/2025
Total VacanciesMultiple Posts (As per requirement)
Educational QualificationMatriculation (10th Pass) from recognized board
Age Limit17½ to 25 years (Born between 31 March 2001 to 01 April 2008)
Application End Date15th December 2025 (1700 hrs)
Application ModeOffline (By Post Only)
Official Websitewww.joinindianarmy.nic.in
Marital StatusOnly Unmarried Candidates
GenderMale & Female

Indian Army Sports Quota 2025 - Sports Disciplines & Vacancy Details

  • The Indian Army is recruiting outstanding sportspersons in 23 different sporting disciplines. Candidates must have participated at International/National Championship/Khelo India Games from 01 October 2023 or after.

1. Educational Qualification

  • For Both Direct Entry Havildar & Naib Subedar:
  • Minimum educational qualification: Matriculation (10th Pass)
  • From recognized School/College/Board/University
  • Provision/online education certificate should be certified with ink signature by head of educational institution
  • Candidates with matric certificate from open school should bring school leaving certificate countersigned by EO/DEO

2. Age Limit

  • For Direct Entry Havildar:
  • Age Range: 17½ to 25 years
  • Should have completed 17½ years on the first day of enrollment period
  • Must not have crossed 25 years on the last day of enrollment period
  • Date of Birth Block: Candidates born between 31 March 2001 to 01 April 2008 (both dates inclusive) are eligible
  • For Direct Entry Naib Subedar:
  • Age Range: 17½ to 25 years
  • Should have completed 17½ years on the first day of enrollment period
  • Must not have crossed 25 years on the last day of enrollment period
  • Date of Birth Block: Candidates born between 31 March 2001 to 01 April 2008 (both dates inclusive) are eligible

6. Physical and Medical Standards

  • As per Army Service norms
  • Medical examination conducted by Army Medical Team at trials site
  • Physical Standards Test and Physical Fitness Test mandatory

Physical Fitness Test (Male)

1.6 Km Run9 Feet DitchZig-Zag Balance
Need to qualify in 5 Min 45 SecNeed to QualifyNeed to Qualify

Physical Standards for Female Candidates

  • Basic Physical Standards (Female):
  • Height: 162 cms
  • Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per Army Medical Standards
  • Chest Expansion: Minimum 05 cms expansion required

Physical Fitness Test (Female)

1.6 Km Run10 Feet Long Jump3 Feet High Jump
Need to qualify in 8 MinutesNeed to QualifyNeed to Qualify
  • Note: Waiver in physical standards and tests for both male and female can be given for exceptional talent.

Selection Process for Indian Army Sports Quota 2025

  • The selection process for Indian Army Sports Quota recruitment consists of the following stages:
  • Application Submission: Submit filled application form by post with all required documents
  • Short-Listing: Based on higher sports achievements
  • Call-Up Letter: Eligible short-listed candidates will receive call-up letters via email
  • Physical Fitness Test: 1.6 Km Run, Ditch/Long Jump, Zig-Zag Balance/High Jump
  • Physical Standards Test: Height, Weight, Chest measurement verification
  • Skill Test: Sports-specific skill test in respective discipline
  • Medical Examination: Conducted at trials site itself by Army Medical Team
  • Final Selection: Based on available vacancies in particular sports disciplines
  • Important Points about Selection:
  • Candidates qualifying Physical Fitness Test, Physical Standards Test and Skill Test will undergo medical examination
  • Offer of enrolment will be forwarded to selected candidates only
  • Selection strictly determined by requirement in particular sports disciplines and availability of vacancies
  • Request for change of venue of selection trials will not be entertained
  • Recruitment is purely based on merit depending on available vacancies
  • Selection is fair, transparent and on merit only - no bribe required at any stage

Application Fee for Indian Army Sports Quota 2025

  • NO APPLICATION FEE
  • There is no application fee for Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2025. However:
  • No Travelling Allowance/Dearness Allowance for journey is admissible
  • No compensation for Death/Injury/loss during trials
  • Candidates participate in Selection Trials at their own risk
  • Participation is totally and entirely voluntary
  • Signing of Indemnity Bond is mandatory

How to Apply for Indian Army Sports Quota 2025?

  • IMPORTANT: Applications accepted ONLY through POST/OFFLINE mode

Documents Required at Time of Selection Trials

  • Candidates must bring the following ORIGINAL documents during selection trials:
  • Photographs: 20 copies of recent (not more than one month old) passport size colour photographs on good quality photographic paper with white background. Proper haircut and clean shave (except Sikh candidates). Computerized/photocopied/photo shopped photographs NOT accepted
  • Education Certificates: Education certificate with marks sheet (Matric/Intermediate) from recognized School/College/Board/University Provision/online certificate certified in ink by head of institution Open school candidates: School leaving certificate countersigned by EO/DEO
  • Domicile Certificate: With photograph issued by Tehsildar/District Magistrate
  • Caste Certificate: Affixed with photograph issued by Tehsildar/District Magistrate
  • Religion Certificate: Issued by Tehsildar/SDM (if religion not mentioned in caste certificate)
  • School Character Certificate: Issued by School/College Principal/Headmaster where candidate last studied
  • Character Certificate: With photograph issued by Village Sarpanch/Municipal Corporation within last six months
  • Unmarried Certificate: With photograph issued by Village Sarpanch/Municipal Corporation within last six months
  • For Serving/Discharged Candidates: Original Discharge Certificate (from Indian Air Force/Navy/Govt Organization) - subject to NO adverse entry NOC in original from employer (if presently serving)
  • Sports Kit: Candidates to bring their own sports gear and equipment
  • Aadhar Card: Must carry for biometric authentication
  • Admit Card: In duplicate (sent online through [email protected])
  • Body Tattoos: If any, submit two postcard size photographs (close up and distant view) with details of size and type
  • IMPORTANT: Under no circumstances shall candidates be permitted to appear in Trials without Original Educational marks sheets/Passing Certificates & Documents. However, candidates with photocopies may be permitted only on production of ink signed certificate in original from College/School Principal certifying that certificates are deposited with College/School.

Important Dates for Indian Army Sports Quota 2025

EventDate
Last Date for Application Submission15th December 2025 (1700 hours)
Short-listing of CandidatesAfter Application Closure
Issue of Call-Up LettersSent via Email to Shortlisted Candidates
Selection Trials/Physical TestsAs per Call-Up Letter (Report by 0600 hours)
Medical ExaminationAt Trials Site Itself
Result DeclarationTo be Notified
Joining InstructionsSent to Selected Candidates
  • Important Notes:
  • Selection trial is valid for Intake 05/2025 ONLY
  • All important messages sent to registered email ID/Mobile Number
  • Candidates must check email and website regularly for updates
  • No enquiry will be entertained regarding recruitment/enrolment after a period of six months

Disqualification Criteria

  • Candidates discharged from Indian Army for any reason NOT eligible
  • Candidates from Air Force/Navy/Govt Organizations eligible only with NO ADVERSE ENTRIES
  • Must declare previous employment at trials and produce original discharge certificate
  • Serving individuals must possess NOC from employer
  • Non-disclosure of employment/discharge facts leads to cancellation at any stage

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