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In a major opportunity for India’s top sportspersons, the Indian Army has announced recruitment for Direct Entry Havildar and Naib Subedar (Sports) under the Sports Quota Intake 04/2025. This initiative is open to unmarried Indian male and female candidates who have demonstrated exceptional performance in recognized national and international sports events after April 1, 2023.
Disciplines Open for Recruitment
Applications are invited for over 20 sports disciplines, including:
Athletics (Track & Field)
Boxing, Wrestling, Weightlifting
Swimming, Diving, Gymnastics
Football, Basketball, Hockey, Handball, Volleyball
Archery, Fencing, Shooting
Winter Sports, Triathlon, Wushu, Judo, and more.
Sports Achievements Required
For Havildar Entry:
Medalist or participant at Senior/Junior National Level, International Championships, or Khelo India Games (Youth/University).
For Naib Subedar Entry:
Medalist in Olympics, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, World Championships, or World Cup.
Representation in any two of the above major international events also qualifies.
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2025, 1700 hrs
Application Mode: Offline only. Download and print the form from joinindianarmy.nic.in and submit it by post to:
Directorate of PT & Sports
General Staff Branch, IHQ of MoD (Army)
Room No 747, A-Wing, Sena Bhawan, PO New Delhi – 110011
Eligibility Criteria
Age: 17½ to 25 years (Born between 30 Sep 2000 and 01 Oct 2007)
Education: Minimum Matriculation (10th pass)
Marital Status: Unmarried only
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on sports achievements
Call-up Letters via email to shortlisted candidates
Selection Trials including:
Physical Fitness Tests (Run, Jump, Balance)
Skill Tests in respective sports
Medical Examination by Army Medical Team
⚠️ Note: No TA/DA will be provided. Candidates must make their own stay arrangements.
Additional Benefits
Regular Pay & Allowances as per Army Pay Rules, 2017
Pension, CSD, Medical, Travel Concessions
Opportunity for promotion up to Subedar Major and potential for commissioned officer role
Post-retirement ESM status and ECHS/CSD facilities
Required Documents at Selection Trials
20 passport-size recent photos
All original and photocopies of education and sports certificates
Domicile, caste, religion, character, and unmarried status certificates
Aadhar card and valid ID proof
Beware of Agents and Frauds: The Indian Army has emphasized that the recruitment process is 100% merit-based and transparent. Any candidate found engaging in fraud, using fake certificates, or offering bribes will face legal consequences and disqualification.
For assistance, contact IHQ of MoD (Army) at 011-23019078
Email: [email protected]