SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Sports Authority of India (SAI), Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports |
| Post Name | Assistant Coach (26 Sports Disciplines) |
| Total Vacancies | 323 (UR:187, OBC:73, SC:32, ST:9, EWS:22) + 33% Horizontal Women Reservation |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400) + DA, HRA, Allowances |
| Eligibility | Diploma/Equivalent in Coaching from SAI NS-NIS Patiala or Recognized University; Max Age 30 Years (Relaxations Apply) |
| Selection Process | CBT (40% Weightage) + Coaching Ability Test CAT (60% Weightage) |
| Application Mode | Online Only at sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in |
| Posting | Across SAI Regional/National Centres of Excellence/Training Centres in India |
| Reopening of online application | 23.03.2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Closing date for Submission of online application | 21.04.2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | www.sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in |
SAI Assistant Coach Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 323 vacancies will be filled for Assistant Coach posts under the Sports Authority of India Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 across 26 sports disciplines including Swimming, Athletics, Boxing, Wrestling and more. Check SAI Assistant Coach category wise and sports wise vacancy details in the table below.
Assistant coach jobs| Sports Discipline | Total |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Total SAI Assistant Coach Posts | 323 |
Note: 33% horizontal reservation for women shall be applicable across all categories. Vacancies are provisional and may vary as per SAI requirements.
SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 1 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 February 2026 |
| Date of Reopening of online application | 23 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Closing date for submission of online application | 21 April 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| SAI Assistant Coach CBT Exam Date | To be Notified Later |
| Coaching Ability Test (CAT) Date | To be Notified Later (Shortlist Ratio 1:3 per Categ |
SAI Assistant Coach Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Candidates must possess Diploma or equivalent in coaching from SAI NS-NIS Patiala or any other recognized Indian/Foreign University as per Annexure-I.
- Upper Age Limit: 30 years as on opening date of application with relaxations for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), SAI contractual employees (equivalent to service duration), Ex-Servicemen, and Departmental candidates as per DoPT guidelines.
- Essential Professional Qualification: Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with Certificate Course in Coaching OR Dronacharya Awardees.
- Candidates must be Indian citizens and meet all eligibility conditions before applying for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026.
SAI Assistant Coach Salary 2026
- Pay Scale: Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400) in Pay Band-II (Rs. 9,300-34,800) with Grade Pay Rs. 4,200.
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Leave, Medical Benefits as per Central Government Rules.
- Additional Benefits: sports Kit as per SAI rules; promotion path to Coach, Sr. Coach, Chief Coach, and High Performance Coach.
- Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India across SAI Regional Centres, National Centres of Excellence, and Training Centres.
- Offical website |https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/sai_new/
