Adv. No: 05/2025
Department - Indian Army – Army Sports Control Board
Indian Army Havildar & Naib Subedar Sports Quota Recruitment 2025
The Indian Army has announced the Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar posts under Intake 05/2025. Applications are invited from outstanding unmarried male and female sportspersons who have participated in recognized International, National, or Khelo India competitions on or after 01 October 2023. Candidates must meet the required educational, physical, medical, and sports qualification standards. The application process is strictly offline, and forms must reach the Directorate of PT & Sports, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi, by 15 December 2025. Selection includes physical tests, sports skill assessment, medical examination, and document verification. This recruitment offers an opportunity to join the Army under sports merit with pay, allowances, and career growth as per Army rules.
The Indian Army has announced the Sports Quota Recruitment 2... 025 for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar posts under Intake 05/2025. Applications are invited from outstanding unmarried male and female sportspersons who have participated in recognized International, National, or Khelo India competitions on or after 01 October 2023. Candidates must meet the required educational, physical, medical, and sports qualification standards. The application process is strictly offline, and forms must reach the Directorate of PT & Sports, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi, by 15 December 2025. Selection includes physical tests, sports skill assessment, medical examination, and document verification. This recruitment offers an opportunity to join the Army under sports merit with pay, allowances, and career growth as per Army rules.
Rahul Sihan
17 Nov, 2025 07:44 PM
Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 - Direct Entry Havildar & Naib Subedar (Intake 05/2025)
The Indian Army has released a formal notification for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar (Sports) under Intake 05/2025 for outstanding sportspersons. Eligible unmarried Indian male and female candidates who meet the sporting achievement criteria and educational requirement of Matriculation (10th pass) may apply by post. The recruitment is conducted under the Army Sports Control Board and follows prescribed physical, medical and sports-specific trials before final enrolment.
Important Dates and Fees
The following table summarises the key dates and fee information relevant to applicants for the Sports Quota intake. Candidates must note the application closing time and offline submission requirement.
| Event | Details | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Last Date for Application Submission | 15 December 2025 (1700 hours) | Application must reach Directorate by post |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Post Only) | Address provided in notification |
| Call-Up Letters | Issued to shortlisted candidates by email | As per contact details on application |
| Selection Trials / Physical Tests | Dates will be mentioned in call-up letters; report by 0600 hours | Venue and schedule in call-up letter |
| Medical Examination | Conducted at trials site by Army Medical Team | At the time of selection trials |
| Result Declaration / Joining Instructions | To be notified on official correspondence | Official website and registered email |
| Application Fee | No application fee | No TA/DA for trials |
Detailed Information
The Indian Army Sports Quota intake seeks sportspersons who have participated at prescribed events from 01 October 2023 onward, including International championships, National championships, Khelo India Games, Youth Games and University Games. Applications are accepted only from unmarried candidates who meet age, educational and sports achievement standards. Selection follows short-listing on merit of sporting record, physical fitness tests, sports skill trials and medical examination, and offers are issued based on vacancies by sporting discipline.
| Item | Particulars | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Army - Army Sports Control Board | Directorate of PT & Sports, IHQ of MoD (Army) |
| Post Name | Direct Entry Havildar & Naib Subedar (Sports) | Intake Serial No. 05/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | Multiple posts (as per requirement) | Vacancy distribution depends on discipline demand |
| Educational Qualification | Matriculation (10th Pass) from recognised board | Open school candidates to provide school leaving certificate countersigned by EO/DEO |
| Age Limit | 17½ to 25 years | Candidates born between 31 March 2001 and 01 April 2008 (inclusive) |
| Marital Status & Nationality | Only unmarried Indian citizens (male & female) | Unmarried certificate with photograph mandatory |
| Sports Eligibility | Participation/medals at International/Junior or Senior National Championship, Khelo India Games, Youth Games or Khelo India University Games from 01 Oct 2023 onwards | Specific medal/representation criteria vary for Havildar and Naib Subedar posts |
| Sports Disciplines | Athletics; Archery; Basketball; Boxing; Diving; Football; Fencing; Gymnastics (Artistic); Hockey; Handball; Judo; Kayaking & Canoeing; Kabaddi; Karate (Kumite); Rowing; Swimming; Sailing; Shooting; Taekwondo; Volleyball; Wushu; Weightlifting; Wrestling. | |
| Physical Standards | Height, weight, chest expansion and region-wise relaxations as per Army norms | Male and female standards specified; waivers for exceptional talent possible |
| Physical Fitness Test | Male: 1.6 km run (5:45), 9 feet ditch, zig-zag balance; Female: 1.6 km run (8:00), long jump, high jump | Performance must meet prescribed standards to proceed to trials |
| Selection Process | Application by post, short-listing by sports merit, call-up, PFT, PST, sports skill test, medical, final selection | No change of trial venue; selection based on vacancy in discipline |
| Medical Examination | Conducted at trials site by Army Medical Team as per Army standards | Specialist review procedures outlined in notification |
| Salary & Entitlements | Pay and allowances as per Army Pay Rules, 2017 and amendments | Includes DA, HRA, transport allowance, pensionary provisions and other service benefits |
| Probation & Service Conditions | Probationary period of three years for sportsmen; liable to discharge if performance remains unsatisfactory | Reserve liability and service discipline apply as to regular serving personnel |
| Application Address | Directorate of PT & Sports, General Staff Branch, IHQ of MoD (Army), Room No 747 'A' Wing, Sena Bhawan, PO New Delhi - 110011 | |
| Documents Required | Matriculation certificate with marksheet, Aadhar card, sports certificates (from 01 Oct 2023 onwards), 20 recent passport photographs, domicile, caste, religion, character and unmarried certificates, discharge certificate/NOC where applicable. | |
| Application Instructions | Use prescribed application form from official website; print on A4, fill in block capitals, affix photograph, signature and thumb impression; only one application per candidate; incomplete or non-standard forms liable for rejection. | |
| Fee and Travel | No application fee; no TA/DA admissible for trials | Candidates participate at their own risk; indemnity bond required |
| Warnings & Disqualification | Submitting fake documents, nondisclosure of prior service with adverse entries, failing to present original certificates at trials or multiple submissions will result in disqualification and legal action. | |
Important Links
| Important Links – Indian Army Havildar & Naib Subedar Sports Intake | ||
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Recruitment notification issued for Havildar and Naib Subedar Sports Intake | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Indian Army’s authorised recruitment portal for updates and application details | Visit Site |
| The links listed provide access to the Indian Army Havildar and Naib Subedar Sports Intake notification and the official recruitment portal. The notification includes essential information related to eligibility and submission requirements. The Indian Army website serves as the formal source for recruitment updates, announcements, and application-related instructions. Applicants may refer to these verified links for accurate and current details released by the organisation. | ||
