Sports Authority of India Recruitment 2026: 6 Director Posts – Apply Offline @ sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Director (Pay Level-12): Officers working under Central Government, State Government, or Union Territory Administrations who hold an analogous post as Director (Level-12) or equivalent in the parent cadre / department. Alternatively, officers with at least 5 years of regular service in Pay Level-11 (Rs.67,700 – Rs.2,09,200) are also eligible to apply on deputation basis.
• The upper age limit for all posts is 56 years as on the closing date of applications. This is a deputation-based recruitment — existing government officers only. Fresh / external candidates are not eligible.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The selection for Director posts on deputation will be conducted through the following stages:
• Interview: Eligible candidates who meet the deputation criteria will be shortlisted and called for interview by the selection committee constituted by the Sports Authority of India.
• Merit List: A final merit list will be prepared on the basis of interview performance and service record appraisal, and the selected officers will be considered for deputation.
• No Travel Allowance / Dearness Allowance (TA/DA) will be paid for attending the interview unless otherwise communicated in the official notification.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Applicants must ensure the following documents are included in the offline application:
• Application form downloaded from the official website, duly filled and signed
• Attested copy of Service Certificate / Appointment Letter from parent cadre
• Attested copies of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports for the last five years
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate / No Objection Certificate from controlling authority
• Age proof as recorded in parent cadre (Matriculation Certificate / Birth Certificate)
• Recent passport-size photographs (2) and valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Copies of educational qualification certificates supporting eligibility

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

• Read the official notification PDF carefully to verify eligibility and post details.
• Download the application form from the official website: sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in.
• Fill the application form completely and correctly with self-attested document copies.
• Send the completed application to the address specified in the notification through Speed Post or Registered Post.
• Ensure the application reaches the prescribed address before 04 November 2026.
• Retain a photocopy of the submitted application form and the postal receipt for future reference.

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What is the eligibility criteria for SAI Director posts?

• Officers under Central Government, State Government, or UT Administrations holding an analogous post as Director (Level-12) or equivalent in the parent cadre, OR those with at least 5 years of regular service in Pay Level-11 (Rs.67,700 – Rs.2,09,200), are eligible. Maximum age is 56 years.

What is the pay scale for Director posts at Sports Authority of India?

• Director posts carry Pay Level-12 in the Central Government Pay Matrix, which corresponds to a monthly salary range of Rs.78,800 to Rs.2,09,200 per month plus applicable allowances.

What is the selection process for SAI Director Recruitment 2026?

• The selection will be based on interview followed by preparation of a merit list. Eligible officers will be shortlisted and called for interview by the SAI selection committee. No TA/DA is paid unless stated otherwise in the notification.