Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), Guwahati has released an official notification for Sports Quota Recruitment 2025-26 under Employment Notification No. 03/2025. The recruitment drive aims to fill 56 posts in different pay levels for outstanding sportspersons across various disciplines including Archery, Athletics, Cricket, Boxing, Cycling, Football, Badminton, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Basketball, Golf, and Weightlifting.
The online application link will remain active from 16 September 2025 to 15 October 2025. Candidates must ensure that they meet the educational qualifications, sports achievements, and age requirements before applying.
NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Recruitment Year | 2025-26 |
| Notification Number | 03/2025 |
| Vacancies | 56 |
| Job Category | Sports Quota |
| Application Method | Online |
| Work Location | Divisions & HQ of NFR |
| Official Site | www.nfr-recruitment.in |
NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | 16 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 October 2025 |
NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC | Rs. 500/- |
| SC / ST / ExSM / Women / EBC / Minorities | Rs. 250/- |
NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Vacancies & Eligibility
| Pay Level | Educational Requirement | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | Graduate from recognized University | 05 |
| Level 3/2 | 12th Pass (+2 stage) or equivalent | 16 |
| Level 1 | 10th / ITI / NAC from NCVT | 35 |
| Total | — | 56 |
NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Age Limit
Applicants must be between 18 to 25 years as of 01 January 2026. No relaxation is applicable under sports quota recruitment.
NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Selection Process
- Sports Trials (skills, fitness, coach observation – 40 marks)
- Interview & Document Assessment (achievements – 50 marks, academics – 10 marks)
- Final merit list will be based on 100 marks.
Candidates securing qualifying marks will be shortlisted for appointment.
NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Exam Pattern
| Stage | Marks | Minimum Qualifying |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Trial | 40 | 25 |
| Sports Achievement | 50 | — |
| Educational Qualification | 10 | — |
| Total | 100 | — |
How to Apply for NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025
Interested candidates must apply online through www.nfr-recruitment.in. They should upload scanned copies of educational certificates, sports achievements (valid after 01.04.2023), caste/income certificates (if applicable), passport-size photograph, and signature. No offline applications will be entertained.
NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| NFR Sports Quota Vacancy 2025 Notification | Notification |
| NFR Official Website | NFR |