SAI Recruitment 2026: Sports Authority of India has released the official notification for the posts of 323 Assistant Coach vacancies in various sports disciplines on a regular basis. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for qualified candidates with coaching certification or international sports participation experience to build a career in the government sports sector.
SAI Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Assistant Coach |
| Total Posts | 323 Vacancy |
| Organization | Sports Authority of India – SAI |
| Qualification | Diploma |
| Salary | Rs. 60,000/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 23rd Mar – 21st Apr 2026 |
SAI Recruitment Criteria
Candidates must ensure they meet the prescribed eligibility conditions before applying for the recruitment.
Educational Qualification (as on date of advertisement):
- Diploma or equivalent in coaching from SAI NS-NIS, Patiala or any other recognized Indian/Foreign University.
- Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship along with a Certificate Course in Coaching.
- Dronacharya Awardee.
(Refer to Annexure-I in the notification for the list of equivalent qualifications)
Age Limit (as on opening date of application):
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, SAI Contractual Employees, and other categories as per Government/SAI norms. Cumulative relaxation is allowed.
Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
SAI Recruitment Vacancy
Sports Authority of India has released 323 SAI Assistant Coach Vacancies in disciplines like Swimming, Athletics, Football, Hockey, Archery, Badminton, Boxing and many more. Check the major discipline-wise vacancies in the table below.
| Sports | Total Vacancy |
| 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 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 323 |
SAI Recruitment Selection Process
The selection is a two-stage process:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) – 40% weightage: A 2-hour online test with 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) covering sports-specific knowledge, sports sciences, general awareness, reasoning, and aptitude. There will be negative marking of ¼ marks per wrong answer.
- Coaching Ability Test (CAT) – 60% weightage: Candidates shortlisted from the CBT (in a 1:3 ratio) will undergo a practical Coaching Ability Test assessed on multiple parameters. Candidates must qualify in the CAT.
The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined score (CBT 40% + CAT 60%).
SAI Recruitment Salary
The selected candidates will be placed in Level 6 of the Pay Matrix Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400/- (Pay Band- II Rs. 9300- 34800/- + Grade Pay Rs. 4200/-). In addition to the basic pay, candidates will be entitled to allowances and benefits as per Central Government rules, including Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Medical Benefits, Leave, and Sports Kit.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Coach | Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) | Approximately Rs. 55,000 – 60,000/- (including basic pay & allowances) |
SAI Recruitment Application Fee
Candidates must pay the following application fee to complete and submit the application form for the SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026. Check the category-wise application fee in the table below.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Ex-servicemen | ₹ 2000/- (Including bank charges & service tax) |
| Unreserved / EWS / OBC | ₹ 2500/- (Including bank charges & service tax) |
Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Important Dates of SAI Recruitment
| Notification Published | 15th January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 23rd March 2026 |
| Application End Date | 21st April 2026 |
| Exam Date | Update Soon |
How To Apply For SAI Recruitment
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online for Sports Authority of India Recruitment by visiting at official portal. They may follow below mentioned steps.
- Visit the website of NEToday.in.
- Click on the SAI – Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Upload necessary documents, including a passport-size photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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