The Indian Army – Army Sports Control Board (Indian Army) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Havildar (Sports) and other Posts. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Havildar (Sports) and other Posts will be accepted from 03 July 2026 to 10 July 2026. All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Havildar (Sports) and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
Indian Army – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Entry Havildar (Sports) | No Details | No Details | All India |
| Direct Entry Naib Subedar (Sports) | No Details | No Details | All India |
Indian Army Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for Indian Army Havildar (Sports) and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by The Indian Army – Army Sports Control Board. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Direct Entry Havildar (Sports) | Minimum Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognized School, Board; Sports Achievement: Medalist at Junior, Senior level representing State in National Championship OR represented Country at International level (Individual event) OR represented State or Country in National, International competitions at Junior, Senior level (Team event) OR Medalist in Khelo India Games, Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India University Games |
| Direct Entry Naib Subedar (Sports) | Minimum Matriculation (10th Class) from a recognized School, Board; Sports Achievement: Medal winner in World Championship, Asian Championships OR Asian Games OR CWG, World Cup OR Represented India twice in Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, World Cup OR Represented India in Olympics |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by The Indian Army – Army Sports Control Board for Havildar (Sports) and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Direct Entry Havildar (Sports) | Min 17 to Max 25 years |
| Direct Entry Naib Subedar (Sports) | Min 17 to Max 25 years |
Physical Requirements
| Physical | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 Km Run | qualify in 5 Min 45 Sec | qualify in 8 Min |
| Ditch/Jump | 9 Feet Ditch | 10 Feet Long Jump |
| Zig-Zag Balance/High Jump | Zig-Zag Balance | 3 Feet High Jump |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Havildar (Sports) and other Posts will be carried out through Application Shortlisting, Physical Standards Test, Physical Fitness Test, Skill Test, Medical Examination. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of The Indian Army – Army Sports Control Board. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for Indian Army Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of The Indian Army – Army Sports Control Board is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Submit the completed application form through Registered Post only to: Directorate of PT & Sports, General Staff Branch, IHQ of MoD (Army), Room No 747 ‘A’ Wing, Sena Bhawan, PO New Delhi – 110 011. Deadline: 10 July 2026 (1700h). (get form from https://joinindianarmy.nic.in/writereaddata/Portal/Images/pdf/DIRECT_ENTRY_HAVILDAR_AND_NAIB_SUBEDAR_SPORTS_INTAKE_SER_NO_06_2026.pdf) on or before the last date of offline application, which is 10 July 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |