Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 (10th Pass Job) – Last Date 15 June Govt Exam Update

Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2025: The Indian Army has invited applications from unmarried male and female Indian candidates under the Sports Quota Intake 04/2025 for direct recruitment to the posts of Havildar and Naib Subedar. This special entry is aimed at outstanding sportspersons who have demonstrated excellence in national or international events.

Interested candidates must apply via offline mode by sending the duly filled application form to the Army Sports Control Board, New Delhi, before 15 June 2025.

Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2025: Post Details

The recruitment is exclusively for meritorious sportspersons who meet the prescribed criteria in various disciplines.

Post Name	Entry Type	Gender
Havildar	Direct Entry	Male/Female
Naib Subedar	Direct Entry	Male/Female

Sports Disciplines Eligible for Indian Army Sports Quota 2025

Candidates having medals or representation at National/International/Khelo India level in the following sports are eligible:

Athletics, Archery, Basketball, Boxing, Diving, Football, Fencing, Gymnastics, Hockey, Handball, Judo, Kabaddi, Kayaking & Canoeing, Sailing, Swimming, Shooting, Triathlon, Volleyball, Wushu, Weightlifting, Wrestling, and Winter Games.

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Indian Army Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 17½ years
Maximum Age: 25 years
DOB Range: 30 Sep 2000 to 01 Oct 2007 (both inclusive)

Educational Qualification

Minimum: 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board

Sports Achievements

For Havildar:

Medalist in National Championships or
Represented India/State in National or International Competitions
Medalist in Khelo India Games

☘️Questions and Answers based on☘️ Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2025☘️ previous year papers.

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🔹 Q1. भारतीय सेना में स्पोर्ट्स कोटा के तहत भर्ती का मुख्य उद्देश्य क्या है?
🔹 What is the main purpose of recruitment under Sports Quota in the Indian Army?

A) अकादमिक प्रदर्शन / Academic excellence

B) खेल में उत्कृष्टता / Excellence in sports

C) सैन्य प्रशिक्षण / Military training

D) सामाजिक सेवा / Social service

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🔹 Q2. भारतीय सेना में खेल कोटा के अंतर्गत चयनित उम्मीदवार को किस रैंक पर नियुक्त किया जाता है?
🔹 Under Sports Quota, candidates are usually enrolled in which rank in the Indian Army?

A) मेजर / Major

B) हवलदार / Havildar

C) सिपाही / Sepoy

D) लेफ्टिनेंट / Lieutenant

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🔹 Q3. खेल कोटा के लिए उम्मीदवार की न्यूनतम शैक्षिक योग्यता क्या होती है?
🔹 What is the minimum educational qualification for Sports Quota candidates?

A) 5वीं / 5th Pass

B) 8वीं / 8th Pass

C) 10वीं / 10th Pass

D) स्नातक / Graduation

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🔹 Q4. भारतीय सेना में खेल कोटा के अंतर्गत कौन-से खेलों को मान्यता प्राप्त है?
🔹 Which sports are recognized under Sports Quota in the Indian Army?

A) केवल क्रिकेट / Only Cricket

B) ओलंपिक, एशियाड, और राष्ट्रीय स्तर के खेल / Olympic, Asian Games & National-level sports

C) स्कूल स्तर के खेल / School-level games

D) केवल हॉकी / Only Hockey

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🔹 Q5. Army Sports Quota भर्ती में Dronacharya Award विजेता को किस प्रकार की प्राथमिकता दी जाती है?
🔹 How is a Dronacharya Award winner treated in Army Sports Quota recruitment?

A) कोई प्राथमिकता नहीं / No preference

B) सीधे ऑफिसर पद / Direct officer post

C) कोच के रूप में नियुक्त / Appointed as coach

D) मेडिकल में छूट / Medical relaxation

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🔹 Q6. खेल कोटा के तहत भर्ती के लिए उम्र सीमा क्या है?
🔹 What is the age limit for Sports Quota recruitment in the Indian Army?

A) 17.5 से 21 वर्ष / 17.5 to 21 years

B) 18 से 25 वर्ष / 18 to 25 years

C) 16 से 20 वर्ष / 16 to 20 years

D) 19 से 27 वर्ष / 19 to 27 years

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🔹 Q7. स्पोर्ट्स कोटा के तहत आवेदन के लिए उम्मीदवार को कौन-सा प्रमाण पत्र प्रस्तुत करना होता है?
🔹 Which certificate is required for applying under Sports Quota?

A) स्कूल प्रमाण पत्र / School certificate

B) खेल प्रमाण पत्र / Sports certificate

C) जाति प्रमाण पत्र / Caste certificate

D) निवास प्रमाण पत्र / Domicile certificate

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🔹 Q8. भारतीय सेना में बॉडी मास इंडेक्स (BMI) की स्वीकार्य सीमा क्या है?
🔹 What is the acceptable Body Mass Index (BMI) range in Indian Army?

A) 15-20

B) 18.5-25

C) 20-30

D) 25-35

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🔹 Q9. भारतीय सेना में भर्ती के दौरान कितनी लंबी दौड़ करवाई जाती है?
🔹 What is the distance of the running test in Army recruitment?

A) 15-20

B) 18.5-25

C) 20-30

D) 25-35

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🔹 Q10. खेल कोटा के तहत भर्ती में मेडिकल टेस्ट कौन-से चरण में होता है?
🔹 In which phase does the medical test take place under Sports Quota recruitment?

A) सबसे पहले / First

B) सबसे अंत में / Last

C) शारीरिक परीक्षण के बाद / After physical test

D) दस्तावेज़ सत्यापन के बाद / After document verification

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🔹 Q11. भारतीय सेना में खिलाड़ियों को किस यूनिट में तैनात किया जाता है?
🔹 In which unit are sportspersons usually posted in the Indian Army?

A) ASC

B) AAD

C) आर्मी स्पोर्ट्स इंस्टीट्यूट / Army Sports Institute

D) आर्मी मेडिकल कोर / Army Medical Corps

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🔹 Q12. खेल कोटा भर्ती में सफल खिलाड़ियों को किस श्रेणी में शामिल किया जाता है?
🔹 Under which category are successful players recruited in Sports Quota?

A) तकनीकी / Technical

B) क्लर्क / Clerk

C) GD (जनरल ड्यूटी) / GD (General Duty)

D) ट्रेड्समैन / Tradesman

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🔹 Q13. भारतीय सेना में चयन के लिए उम्मीदवार की न्यूनतम ऊँचाई कितनी होनी चाहिए?
🔹 What is the minimum height requirement for Indian Army selection?

A) 150 cm

B) 157 cm

C) 160 cm

D) 170 cm

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🔹 Q14. स्पोर्ट्स कोटा के लिए चयन प्रक्रिया में कितने चरण होते हैं?
🔹 How many stages are there in the Sports Quota selection process?

A) 2

B) 3

C) 4

D) 5

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🔹 Q15. भारतीय सेना के तहत “Mission Olympics” का उद्देश्य क्या है?
🔹 What is the purpose of “Mission Olympics” under the Indian Army?

A) खेल प्रतियोगिताएं आयोजित करना / To host tournaments

B) सैनिकों को छुट्टी देना / To give leave to soldiers

C) ओलंपिक में भाग लेने के लिए प्रशिक्षण देना / To train for Olympic participation

D) राष्ट्रीय सेवा योजना / National service

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The average score is 63%

For Naib Subedar:

Medalist in Asian Games, CWG, World Championships, Olympics
Represented India twice in major international tournaments

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Indian Army Recruitment 2025: Physical Standards

For Male Candidates

Region	Minimum Height
Western Himalayan	163 cm
Eastern Himalayan	160 cm
Western Plains	170 cm
Eastern Plains	169 cm
Central Plains	168 cm
Southern Plains	166 cm
Gorkhas, Ladakhis	157 cm

Weight: Proportional to height & age
Chest Expansion: 5 cm minimum
Running Test: 1.6 km in 5 mins 45 secs
Other Tests: 9 ft ditch, zig-zag balance

For Female Candidates

Height: 162 cm
Running Test: 1.6 km in 8 mins
Other Tests: 10 ft long jump, 3 ft high jump
Relaxation in height for NE, Gorkhas, Tribals: 4 cm

Pay, Benefits, and Service Terms

Post	Pay Level	Benefits Included
Havildar	As per Army Pay Rules	CSD, ECHS, Uniform, Travel, Pension etc.
Naib Subedar	As per Army Pay Rules	Same as above

Promotion up to Subedar Major
Opportunity to become a Commissioned Officer
Initial training followed by trade-specific training
Probation: 3 years

How to Apply

Download application form from: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
Fill it in block letters, affix photo, thumb impression, and sign
Attach required documents (self-attested copies)
Send via post to the following address:

Address to Send Application:
Army Sports Control Board,
Directorate of PT & Sports,
General Staff Branch, IHQ of MoD (Army),
Room No. 747 ‘A’ Wing, Sena Bhawan,
PO New Delhi – 110011

Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2025 (by 5:00 PM)

Official Notification

Indian Army Recruitment 2025: Selection Process

Shortlisting based on sports achievements
Call Letter sent via email
Physical Tests, Medical Tests, Skill Tests
Final merit-based selection list

Indian Army Recruitment 2025: FAQs

Q1. Who can apply for Indian Army Sports Quota 2025?
A: Unmarried Indian males and females with exceptional sports records.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A: Applications must reach by 15 June 2025.

Q3. Is there any written exam?
A: No. Selection is based on trials, physical and medical tests.

Q4. Can women apply?
A: Yes, eligible female candidates can apply for both Havildar and Naib Subedar posts.

Q5. What sports events are covered?
A: Athletics, Football, Shooting, Wrestling, Boxing, Swimming, and many others.