CURAJ Sports Coach Recruitment 2026: Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Football & Other Sports
Are you a trained sports coach who wants a contract role on a central university campus? The Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) has invited applications for 8 Sports Coach posts on a contractual basis. There is one post each in Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Football, Volleyball, Boxing, Table Tennis and Wushu. The pay is ₹55,000 per month, consolidated, and the posting is at the Kishangarh campus in Ajmer district.
The online application window closes on 21 November 2026 (11:59 PM), and the hard copy must reach the university by 26 November 2026 (5:00 PM). Both steps are compulsory, so plan for the post as well. This guide covers vacancies, eligibility, salary, selection, dates and the exact apply process. Keep GovtJobsAlert.in open for every update on this recruitment.
What are the Key Highlights of CURAJ Sports Coach Recruitment 2026?
Central University of Rajasthan is a central university located at NH-8, Bandarsindri, Kishangarh, Ajmer. This drive fills sports coaching posts for its campus. Each post is for one year or till further orders, whichever is earlier. It is not a regular government post, so read the terms below before you apply.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) |
| Advertisement No. | CURAJ/R/F.179/Rectt./2026/7268 dated 21.10.2026 |
| Post Name | Sports Coach (contractual) |
| Total Vacancies | 8 (one in each sport) |
| Salary | ₹55,000 per month, consolidated |
| Job Location | Kishangarh, District Ajmer, Rajasthan |
| Online Last Date | 21 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Hard Copy Last Date | 26 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
How Many CURAJ Sports Coach Vacancies Are There in 2026?
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Sports Coach – Badminton | 1 |
| Sports Coach – Basketball | 1 |
| Sports Coach – Cricket | 1 |
| Sports Coach – Football | 1 |
| Sports Coach – Volleyball | 1 |
| Sports Coach – Boxing | 1 |
| Sports Coach – Table Tennis | 1 |
| Sports Coach – Wushu | 1 |
The notification does not give a category-wise split of these seats, and it does not state any age limit or age relaxation, so check the application form on the university website for any age condition. With only one seat in each sport, you compete only with candidates of your own sport, so apply for the sport in which your diploma and coaching experience lie.
What is the Eligibility for CURAJ Sports Coach Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification and Experience
The essential qualification is the same for every sport. Your diploma and your experience must both be in the same sport as the post.
| Post | Essential Requirement |
|---|---|
| Badminton | One-year Diploma or PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Badminton, plus 2 years of Badminton coaching experience |
| Basketball | One-year Diploma or PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Basketball, plus 2 years of Basketball coaching experience |
| Cricket | One-year Diploma or PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Cricket, plus 2 years of Cricket coaching experience |
| Football | One-year Diploma or PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Football, plus 2 years of Football coaching experience |
| Volleyball | One-year Diploma or PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Volleyball, plus 2 years of Volleyball coaching experience |
| Boxing | One-year Diploma or PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Boxing, plus 2 years of Boxing coaching experience |
| Table Tennis | One-year Diploma or PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Table Tennis, plus 2 years of Table Tennis coaching experience |
| Wushu | One-year Diploma or PG Diploma in Sports Coaching in Wushu, plus 2 years of Wushu coaching experience |
- The diploma must be from a recognized institute or university in India or abroad.
- The 2 years of coaching experience must be from a reputed institution or organization.
- Desirable qualification: a Master’s in Sports Coaching or M.P.Ed. It is a plus point, not a must.
If you hold a Master’s or M.P.Ed. but no coaching diploma in the sport, the essential qualification is still missing. Check this honestly before you apply. You can also see more teaching and faculty jobs if this one does not fit your profile.
What is the Salary for CURAJ Sports Coach 2026?
The Sports Coaches get a consolidated salary of ₹55,000 per month. The university adds that the salary will depend on the qualification and experience of the candidate, so the final figure is decided by the university.
- Consolidated pay: ₹55,000 per month, a single amount.
- Other benefits: the candidate is not entitled to the benefits that regular CURAJ employees get.
- Duties: you must do other work the university assigns from time to time.
This is a contract role of one year or till further orders, whichever is earlier. After the period ends, you need not report for duty unless the university gives an extension.
What is the Selection Process for CURAJ Sports Coach Recruitment 2026?
The notification names one stage, the interview. Candidates must report at the university on the prescribed date and time. The interview schedule will be published separately on the university website, so check it every day after the hard-copy deadline.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application | Online form plus hard copy with self-attested documents |
| Interview | Date and time to be published on the university website |
The notification does not describe any exam pattern or syllabus. Prepare your coaching plans, training methods, and your record of players or teams you have trained. Keep checking the results and notices page for fresh updates.
How to Apply for CURAJ Sports Coach Recruitment 2026 Online?
This recruitment has two parts: an online application first, and then a hard copy by post. Applying only online is not enough. Keep your certificates ready before you begin.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the CURAJ official website (link in Essential Links below) and find the Sports Coach advertisement. |
| 2 | Read the post details, qualification and experience conditions, and download the prescribed application form. |
| 3 | Submit the online application by 21 November 2026, 11:59 PM. |
| 4 | Take a printout of the application form and attach self-attested copies of all required documents. |
| 5 | Put it in an envelope marked “Application for the post of ______ [Name of Post] (on contract basis)”. |
| 6 | Send it to: Registrar (Recruitment Cell), Central University of Rajasthan, NH-8, Bandarsindri, Kishangarh, District Ajmer, Rajasthan 305817. |
| 7 | Make sure it reaches the university by 26 November 2026, 5:00 PM. |
Applications received after the last date will not be considered and may be rejected outright. Post early or use a trackable courier, because the date is for receipt at the university. Your coaching diploma and your experience proof are the two documents that decide your eligibility, so attach clear self-attested copies of both along with everything else the form asks for.
What are the Important Dates for CURAJ Sports Coach Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21 October 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Hard Copy Receipt Last Date | 26 November 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Interview Date | To be published on the university website |
What is the Application Fee for CURAJ Sports Coach 2026?
The notification does not mention any application fee or payment mode. Do not pay anyone for this form. If the university form asks for a fee, follow only what the official website says.
Important Terms and Conditions Every Applicant Must Know
| Condition | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Contract only | The role runs for one year or till further orders, whichever is earlier. |
| No regular job claim | The engagement gives no right to regular appointment or continued service. |
| Early termination | The university can end it early for poor performance, misconduct or administrative reasons. |
| Fake documents | If credentials, age or experience are found false or not as required, the engagement ends at once and action follows as per rules. |
| Your own check | You must make sure you meet every eligibility condition for the post. |
| Disputes | The university’s decision on selection disputes is final; legal jurisdiction is the Rajasthan High Court Bench, Jaipur. |
CURAJ Sports Coach Recruitment 2026 – Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for CURAJ Recruitment 2026 – 8 Sports Coach Posts: Badminton, Basketball, Cricket & Other Sports
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Rajasthan Govt Jobs
This is a good chance for trained coaches to work with a central university. If you meet the eligibility, submit the online form by 21 November 2026 and make sure the hard copy reaches Kishangarh by 26 November 2026. Do not leave the postal step for the last day. For more openings, see Rajasthan government jobs and other government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.