Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2024 : The Indian Army has announced recruitment under the Sports Quota Entry Intake 03/2024  for unmarried male and female candidates to join as Direct Entry Havildar  and Naib Subedar . Applications are invited from outstanding sportspersons who have participated in recognized national or international sports events. Candidates will be selected through trials conducted by the Army Sports Control Board. The last date to apply is 28th February 2025 .
 Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2024 Overview 
Recruitment Organization Indian Army Post Name Havildar, Naib Subedar Recruitment Category Sports Quota Entry Vacancies Not specified Pay Scale As per Army Pay Rules Application Mode Offline Official Website join indian army. nic.in 
 
 Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2024 Important Dates 
Event Date Application Submission Start Date 25 November 2024 Last Date to Apply 28th February 2025 
 
 Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria 
 Educational Qualification 
Havildar and Naib Subedar : Minimum qualification is matriculation (10th pass)  from a recognized board. 
 
 Sports Achievements 
Medalist at Junior/Senior level by representing a State in National competitions  or representing India at the International level . 
Medalist in Khelo India Games , Youth Games , or University Games . 
 
 Age Limit 
Minimum: 17.5 years  
Maximum: 25 years  
Born between 31st March 2000 and 1st April 2007  (inclusive). 
 
 Marital Status 
Only unmarried candidates  are eligible. 
 
 Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2024 Selection Process 
Application Screening : Shortlisting based on higher sports achievements. 
Physical Fitness Test : Includes:
1.6 km run : 5 minutes 45 seconds (male), 8 minutes (female). 
9 feet ditch  (male) / 10 feet long jump  (female). 
Zig-zag balance  (male) / 3 feet high jump  (female). 
 
 
Skill Test : Conducted in the respective sports discipline. 
Medical Examination : Conducted by the Army Medical Team at the trial site. 
Merit List : Prepared based on performance in trials and medical fitness. 
 
 Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2024 Physical Standards 
 For Male Candidates: 
Region Minimum Height (cm) Western Himalayan 163 Eastern Himalayan 160 Western Plains 170 Eastern Plains 169 Central Plains 168 Southern Plains 166 Gorkhas/Ladakhis 157 
 
Weight : Proportionate to height and age. 
Chest Expansion : Minimum 5 cm. 
 
 For Female Candidates: 
Height : 162 cm (relaxation of 4 cm for certain regions). 
Weight : Proportionate to height and age. 
 
 How to Apply for Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2024 
Download the application form from the official website: joinindianarmy.nic.in. 
Fill out the form on A4 size paper  as per the prescribed format. 
Attach the following self-attested documents:
Recent passport-sized photographs (20 copies). 
Educational certificates and marksheets. 
Sports achievement certificates. 
Domicile, caste, and religion certificates. 
Character and unmarried certificates. 
 
 
Submit the completed application along with required documents via post to: 
Directorate of PT & Sports, General Staff Branch, IHQ of MoD (Army), Room No. 747, ‘A’ Wing, Sena Bhawan, PO New Delhi – 110011.  
The application must reach before 28th February 2025 . 
 
 Important Notes 
Only shortlisted candidates will receive call letters via email for trials. 
Original certificates must be presented during the trials. 
Applications with incomplete details or incorrect documents will be rejected. 
 
 Important Links 
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