Rail Coach Factory Kapurthala Group C, D offline form notification released. Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has invited offline applications from outstanding sportspersons for recruitment under the Sports Quota (2025–26) in Level-2/Technician-III (Group C) and Level-1 (Group D).
The employment notification is advertised as 01/SPQ/2025-26 and appears on RCF’s official Recruitments page, with a corrigendum issued subsequently for corrections/clarifications. The total vacancies are 23 across multiple disciplines (Hockey, Football, Basketball, Athletics, Wrestling, Swimming, Weightlifting etc.). The mode is strictly Offline (By Post/Hand); applications must reach RCF by the stated deadline. Selection is through Sports Trials and assessment of recognized sports achievements, followed by document verification/medical as per Railway norms. Read the official notification carefully for sports norms (international/national/state), educational requirements, fee, and envelope superscription before applying.
| Rail Coach Factory Kapurthala Sports Quota 2025–26 (Group C & Group D) – Offline | |
Rail Coach Factory Kapurthala 2025–26 Offline ApplicationEmployment Notice: 01/SPQ/2025-26 | Unit: Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala (Punjab) | |
Important Dates
- Notification on Recruitments page: 30 August 2025
- Corrigendum issued: Early September 2025
- Last date for receipt of application: 29 September 2025 (5:00 PM)
Application Fee
- UR/OBC: ₹500 (partially refundable on appearing in trials, as per notice)
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwD/Women/Minorities/EBC: ₹250 Corrigendum issued
| RCF Sports Quota – Age Limit (as per 2025–26 notice) | Total Posts |
|---|---|
Recent RCF sports notices prescribe 18–25 years; verify the exact cut-off date in 01/SPQ/2025-26. | 23 Posts |
| Level | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-1 (Group D) | 10th Pass / ITI / Equivalent OR NAC granted by NCVT; plus recognized sports norms in the relevant discipline as per Railway Board guidelines. |
| Level-2 (Technician-III, Group C) | 10th Pass plus Course Completed Act Apprentice/ITI (NCVT) in relevant trades; plus recognized sports norms as prescribed. |
Disciplines (Indicative)
- Hockey (Men/Women), Football (Men), Basketball (Men), Athletics (Men/Women), Wrestling (Men), Swimming (Women), Weightlifting (Women). Discipline-wise breakup totals to 23 posts in the notification.
Selection Process
- Sports Trials to test game skill, physical fitness and coach’s observations.
- Assessment of recognized sports achievements (national/international/state per norms).
- Document verification/medical and final merit as per Railway rules.
Pay Level
- Level-1 (GP 1800/7th CPC Level-1) – Group D
- Level-2 (GP 1900/Technician-III) – Group C
- Download the Notification & Application Form from the official RCF Recruitments page.
- Fill the form in BLOCK letters; attach self-attested copies of ID, age, education/ITI/Apprenticeship, sports certificates (as per norms), caste/ESM/PwD (if applicable), and recent photographs.
- Pay the application fee as instructed and attach proof.
- Superscribe the envelope: “Recruitment Against Sports Quota 2025–26” with discipline/position.
- Send/submit to: The General Manager (Personnel), Recruitment Cell, Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala – 144602, to reach on or before 29.09.2025 (5:00 PM).
 Useful Important Links | |
| Corrigendum Notice | Open here |
| Download Application Form | Download here |
| RCF – Recruitments (Official) | Open Recruitments Page |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| RCF Official Website | rcf.indianrailways.gov.in |
RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2025–26 – FAQs
Q1. What is this recruitment and how do I apply?
Ans: It is the RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2025–26 recruitment under Employment Notice 01/SPQ/2025-26. The mode is Offline (By Post/Hand). Applications must reach RCF by the last date (29 September 2025, 5:00 PM).
Q2. Which posts/levels are available?
Ans: Vacancies are in Level-1 (Group D) and Level-2/Technician-III (Group C) against the Sports Quota. Disciplines include (indicative) Hockey, Football, Basketball, Athletics, Wrestling, Swimming, Weightlifting, etc. The notification carries the final discipline-wise breakup.
Q3. What is the eligibility (education + sports norms)?
Ans: Level-1: 10th Pass/ITI/NAC plus recognized sports achievements as per Railway Board norms. Level-2 (Technician-III): 10th + ITI/Act Apprentice in relevant trade plus prescribed sports norms. Candidates must attach valid certificates supporting their sports achievements.
Q4. What is the age limit and cut-off date of Rail Coach Factory Kapurthala?
Ans: The age is generally 18–25 years (as per the sports quota rules). Please check the exact cut-off date and any applicable relaxations/instructions in the official notice.
Q5. What is the application fee? Is any refund available?
Ans: UR/OBC: ₹500 (with partial refund upon appearing in trials, as per notice). SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwD/Women/Minorities/EBC: ₹200. Refer to the notification for payment mode and refund conditions.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Ans: Sports Trials (game skill, physical fitness, coach’s observations) + assessment of recognized sports achievements, followed by document verification/medical. Final merit is prepared as per Railway norms and the employment notice.
