SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026: Sports Authority of India (SAI) has released new notification to fill the vacancies of 323 Assistant Coach Jobs. All interested and eligible candidates can use this job opportunity to apply for these posts before the last date of application. Candidates who have completed their Diploma in Coaching can apply for the SAI Assistant Coach Notification 2026. The Selection Process for SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026 will be Written Examination (CBT) and Coaching Ability Test. The online application will start from 23.03.2026 and remain open till 21.04.2026 at 05.00 PM through the official website.
Check below education details, age limit, selection process, application fee, salary, and how to apply for SAI Assistant Coach Online Application Form 2026.
SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026
| SAI Assistant Coach Eligibility & Vacancy 2026 details |
| Organization Name |
Sports Authority of India (SAI) |
| Vacancy |
323 |
| Post name |
Assistant Coach |
| Starting date |
23.03.2026 |
| Ending date |
21.04.2026 at 05.00 PM |
| Qualification |
Diploma in Coaching |
| Salary |
Level 6 – Rs.35,400/- – Rs.1,12,400/- |
| Job Location |
All Over India |
| Apply Mode |
Online |
| Official Website |
https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/ |
Vacancy details for SAI Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
No. of Posts |
| 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 |
323 Posts |
Eligibility details for SAI Recruitment 2026
Qualification details for SAI Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Qualification |
| Assistant Coach |
Diploma or equivalent in coaching from SAI NS-NIS, Patiala or from any other recognized Indian / Foreign University. OR Participation in Olympic Games/Paralympic Games/Asian Games/World Championship with Certificate Course in Coaching. OR Dronacharya Awardee. (As on 15.02.2026) |
Age limits for SAI Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Age limit |
| Assistant Coach |
30 Years (As on 15.02.2026) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years |
Salary details for SAI Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Salary Details |
| Assistant Coach |
Level 6 – Rs.35,400/- – Rs.1,12,400/- |
SAI Recruitment 2026 Selection process
>Written Examination (CBT)
>Coaching Ability Test
SAI Notification 2026 Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
Rs.2,500/- |
| SC / ST / PwD |
Rs.2,000/- |
Important Dates for the SAI Notification 2026:
| Notification Published |
16.04.2026 |
| Application Start Date |
23.03.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
21.04.2026 at 05.00 PM |
Notification PDF and Application form, details
FAQs – SAI Assistant Coach Recruitment 2026
Education Qualification Details
Diploma or equivalent in coaching from SAI NS-NIS, Patiala or any recognized Indian/Foreign University. OR Participation in Olympic/Paralympic/Asian Games/World Championship with Certificate Course in Coaching. OR Dronacharya Awardee.
Age Limit
Maximum age limit is 30 years as on 15.02.2026. Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years.
How to Apply Online for SAI Assistant Coach 2026
Visit the official website https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/, read the notification carefully, and fill the online application form at https://test.cbexams.com/EDPSU/SAI/AssistantCoaches/Regstep.aspx before 21.04.2026 at 05.00 PM.
