Sports Authority of India (SAI) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 323 Assistant Coaches in various sports disciplines on a regular basis. The post of Assistant Coach is a Group 'B' position with a pay scale of Level-6 (Rs.35,400 to 1,12,400) as per the 7th Pay Commission along with applicable allowances. The selection process will be conducted in two stages, consisting of a Computer Based Test (CBT) and a Coaching Ability Test (CAT). Eligible Indian candidates can apply online through the SAI official website (sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in) from February 01, 2026, to February 15, 2026.

Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026

Organization Name: Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Post Name: Assistant Coaches
Total Vacancy: 323
Age Limit: 30 Years
Salary: Rs. 35400-112400/-
Apply Mode: Online
Apply Start Date: 01.02.2026
Apply Last Date: 15.02.2026
Selection Process: Written Examination (CBT), Coaching Ability Test
Official Website: sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in

Vacancy Details for Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach 2026

Sports Authority of India (SAI) has released an official recruitment notification for 323 Assistant Coach posts in various sports disciplines.

Sports Discipline-wise Vacancies:\

Swimming - 26
Athletics - 28
Cycling - 12
Gymnastics - 12
Wrestling - 22
Canoeing - 07
Judo - 06
Rowing - 11
Shooting - 28
Boxing - 19
Fencing - 11
Weightlifting - 10
Taekwondo - 11
Archery - 12
Table Tennis - 14
Badminton - 16
Tennis - 08
Basketball - 12
Volleyball - 10
Field Hockey - 13
Football - 12
Handball - 06
Kabaddi - 06
Kho-Kho - 02
Sepak Takraw - 03
Wushu - 06

Total Vacancies: 323

Eligibility Criteria for SAI Recruitment

Educational Qualification:

Candidate must have Diploma or equivalent in Coaching from SAI NS-NIS, Patiala or any other recognized Indian / Foreign University.
OR
Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championships with Certificate
Course in Coaching.
OR
Dronacharya Awardee.

Age Limit:

Maximum Age: 30 years

Age Relaxation:

SC/ ST Category: 05 years
Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer) Category: 03 years
Ex-Servicemen and Departmental Candidates: As per prevailing Government of India norms.

Age relaxation is applicable as per more official norms.

Pay Scale for Sports Authority of India Recruitment

Selected candidates will get a basic salary of Rs. 35,400 per month, which can go up to Rs. 1,12,400 per month with annual increments. Besides the basic pay, they will be entitled to dearness allowance (DA), house rent allowance (HRA), transport allowance, medical benefits, leave benefits and other allowances as per Central Government rules.

Application Fee for Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Recruitment

Unreserved, EWS and OBC Category: Rs.2500/-
SC/ST/Ex-servicemen Candidates: Rs.2000/-
Women Candidates: Rs.2000/-

Payment Mode: Candidates only through online mode - NEFT/RTGS/Net Banking/ UPI, etc.

How to Apply for Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach 2026

Candidates can follow the steps below to apply online:

Visit SAI official website: sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in.
Go to "Recruitment" section.
Click on Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026.
Register and fill the online application form.
Upload required documents.
Pay application fee.
Submit the form and take printout.

Selection Process for Sports Authority of India Recruitment

The selection process will include the following steps -

Online Written Examination (CBT)
Coaching Ability Test (CAT)

Important Dates for Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Recruitment

Start Date of Online Application: 01.02.2026
Last Date of Online Application: 15.02.2026

Important Links:

Click Here: Notification PDF
Click Here: Official Website