Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 323 Assistant Coach posts on a regular basis across various sports disciplines. SAI is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. The online application process will commence from 1st February 2026 and the last date to apply is 15th February 2026. Interested candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
| Organisation | Sports Authority of India (SAI) |
| Post Name | Assistant Coach |
| Total Vacancy | 323 |
| Starting Date of Application | 1 February 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 15 February 2026 |
| Age Limit | Maximum 30 Years |
| Educational / Professional Qualification | Diploma or equivalent qualification in Coaching from SAI NS-NIS Patiala or 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 | Maximum 30 years as on the opening date of online application. |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years, Ex-Servicemen & Government employees: As per Government of India rules. Contractual employees of SAI are eligible for age relaxation equal to their service period. |
| Stage I – Computer Based Test (CBT) | Online written examination of 2 hours duration with 100 MCQs. Negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer. |
| Subject-wise Distribution | Sports-specific Knowledge: 65 marks | Sports Science: 25 marks | General Awareness, Reasoning & Aptitude: 10 marks |
| Stage II – Coaching Ability Test (CAT) | Candidates shortlisted in CBT will appear for Coaching Ability Test carrying 60% weightage. |
| Final Weightage | CBT: 40% | Coaching Ability Test: 60% |
| Sports Discipline | 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 |
| Hockey | 13 |
| Football | 12 |
| Handball | 6 |
| Kabaddi | 6 |
| Kho-Kho | 2 |
| Sepak Takraw | 3 |
| Wushu | 6 |
| Total | 323 |
| Shortlisting | Candidates will be shortlisted for the Coaching Ability Test in the ratio of 1:3 based on CBT performance. |
| Final Selection | Final merit list will be prepared based on combined marks of CBT and Coaching Ability Test. |
| Posting | Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India. |
| Pay Matrix Level | Pay Scale |
| Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| General / EWS / OBC Candidates | ₹2500 |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen Candidates | ₹2000 |
| Women Candidates | ₹2000 |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026? | The application process starts from 1 February 2026. |
| What is the last date to apply? | The last date to apply online is 15 February 2026. |
| What is the eligibility for Assistant Coach post? | Candidates must possess a Diploma in Coaching from NS-NIS or equivalent qualification, or be an international medalist with coaching certification, or a Dronacharya Awardee. |
| What is the maximum age limit? | Maximum age limit is 30 years with applicable relaxations. |
| How many vacancies are available? | A total of 323 Assistant Coach vacancies are available. |
