Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 323 Posts

 

Sports Authority of India has released an official notification for the recruitment of 323 Assistant Coach Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Sports Authority of India website. The last date to submit the application form is 15-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 Overview

Company Name	Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Post Name	Assistant Coach
No of Posts	323
Salary	Rs 35400 to 112400/-
Qualification	Diploma or equivalent in coaching from SAI NS-NIS, Patiala or from any other recognized Indian / Foreign University OR Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with Certificate Course in Coaching OR Dronacharya Awardee
Age Limit	30 years
Start Date for Apply	01/02/2026
Last Date for Apply	15/02/2026
Official Website	www.sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in

 

 

SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details 

Post Name	Total Posts
Assistant Coach	323

Category-wise breakup:

Sports Discipline	Total
Swimming	26
Athletics	28
Cycling	12
Gymnastics	12
Wrestling	22
Canoeing	7
Judo	6
Rowing	11
Shooting	28
Boxing	19
Fencing	11
Weightlifting	10
Taekwondo	11
Archery	12
Table Tennis	14
Badminton	16
Tennis	8
Basketball	12
Volleyball	10
Field Hockey	13
Football	12
Handball	6
Kabaddi	6
Kho-Kho	2
Sepak Takraw	3
Wushu	6

Eligibility Criteria

• Qualifications: Diploma or equivalent in coaching from SAI NS-NIS, Patiala or from any other recognized Indian / Foreign University OR Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with Certificate Course in Coaching OR Dronacharya Awardee

Salary/Stipend

• Level 6 -Rs.35400-112400/- Pay Band-II (Rs. 9300-34800/--Grade Pay Rs.4200/-)

Age Limit (as on 01-02-2026)

• Maximum Age: 30 years
• Age Relaxations: Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST): 5 years. Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years. Ex-Servicemen and Departmental Candidates: As per prevailing Government of India norms. Contractual Employees of SAI: equivalent to the duration of service in SAI. Cumulative Relaxation with Cap.

Application Fee

Category	Fee (Including bank charges & Service Tax)
Candidates belonging to Unreserved, EWS and OBC category.	2500
SC/ST/Ex-servicemen	2000
Women Candidates	2000

Important Dates

Event	Date
Registration Open	01/02/2026
Registration Close	15/02/2026
Age as on	01/02/2026

Selection Process

• The recruitment methodology is structured into a two-stage process: a Computer based online written test, called Computer Based Test (CBT) and a Coaching Ability Test (CAT).
• The final composite weightage in the recruitment methodology shall be 60% for the Coaching Ability Test and 40% for the Computer based online written test.
• The candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria shall be called for an online written examination called the Computer Based Test (CBT).
• The candidates appearing in the written examination i.e CBT shall be shortlisted for the Coaching Ability Test (CAT) in the ratio of 1:3 i.e. the number of candidates to be shortlisted for the coaching ability test will be 3 times the number of vacancies in each sport and in each category.
• The selection will be made on the basis of merit list prepared by the Selection Committee based on the written Computer Based Test (CBT) and Coaching Ability Test (CAT).
• Written Examination (CBT): The Computer Based Test (CBT) is designed to assess the candidate’s sports-specific knowledge, understanding of sports sciences and familiarity with general awareness, reasoning and aptitude, which are essential competencies for the post of Assistant Coach.
• The written test (CBT) shall be for two (02) hours with a total of 100 multiple choice questions (MCQs). There shall be negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for each incorrect answer.
• The written test shall include the following broad topics: Sports-specific knowledge 65 marks, Sports Science 25 marks, General Awareness, Reasoning, Aptitude 10 marks.
• Coaching Ability Test: The Coaching Ability Test shall have 60 % weightage in the final merit list. The Coaching Ability Test is designed to measure a candidate’s capacity to apply foundational coaching knowledge in a way that builds a positive, effective, and transformative coaching relationship.
• The candidates appearing in the Computer Based Test (CBT) will be shortlisted for the coaching ability test in the ratio of 1:3 i.e. the number of candidates to be shortlisted for the coaching ability test should be 3 times the number of vacancies in each sport and in each category.
• The Coaching Ability Test shall have 40 assessment parameters.
• Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks/standards, if any, as prescribed by SAI in the Coaching Ability Test. Failure to do so shall result in disqualification, irrespective of performance in the CBT.

How to Apply

• Eligible applicants/candidate are required to apply through ‘online application Format’ to be available on SAI’s website on www.sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in. No application through other mode will be accepted. Candidates are not required to send any hard copy or supporting documents to SAI at the application stage.
• Before registering/submitting applications on the website the candidates should possess the following: a) Valid E-mail ID: The e-mail ID entered in the online application form should remain active until the recruitment process is completed. No request for change in the e-mail ID shall be entertained once it has been registered. b) While applying online candidate should keep the scanned copy of their passport size color photograph and their signature in digital format for uploading with the online application. The files must be in jpg or jpeg file/format only, with photograph not exceeding 80kb and signature not exceeding 30kb .
• The candidate can access the online application form at our website. The registration would be open from 1st February, 2026 to 15th February, 2026.
• After applying online, candidate is required to download the registration slip generated by the System with unique registration number and password, which may be retained for future reference.
• Following documents are compulsory to be uploaded with the application:- (a) Certificate for the proof of age (b) Any valid ID proof issued by the Government of India (c) Certificates to support the essential qualification (d) Certificates of SC/ST/OBC/Ex-serviceman/EWS/meritorious sports person, etc. issued by Competent Authority for availing relaxation. (e) Certificates showing the period of contract with SAI issued by the Competent Authority.

Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Important Links

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The candidate can access the online application form at our website. The registration would be open from 1st February, 2026 to 15th February, 2026.

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