RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026: Football (Men) Provisional Panel — Latest Update
Update (10 October 2026): Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has released the provisional panel for Football (Men) under Employment Notice No. 01/SPQ/2026-27 dated 13.06.2026 (result letter dated 10.10.2026). After document verification and trials on 09 October 2026, 3 footballers (a right winger, a left fullback and a left winger) have been placed on the merit panel against the 3 Football (Men) posts in Pay Matrix Level-1, so every advertised post in this discipline has a name against it. With the Hockey (Women), Cricket (Men), Wrestling FS (Men), Weightlifting (Women), Cross Country (Women) and Athletics (Men & Women) panels, eight of the nine disciplines in the vacancy table (which lists Athletics (Women) and Athletics (Men) separately) now have a result; only Hockey (Men) is still awaited. Download RCF Football (Men) Provisional Panel PDF (10.10.2026)
The three selected footballers are listed below in panel (merit) order, with the playing position printed against each name in the result letter. All three are shown at Pay Matrix Level L-1, the level advertised for Football (Men).
| Sr. No. | Name | Playing Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akashdeep Singh | Right Winger |
| 2 | Simratpal Singh | Left Fullback |
| 3 | Harmanpreet Singh | Left Winger |
This panel is provisional and has the approval of the competent authority. The actual appointment of the three footballers depends on eligibility in all respects and on completing every requisite formality as per the extant rules, including verification of certificates and the Medical Examination. The conditions set out for the Hockey (Women) panel on this page (provisional panel, medical norms, cancellation for false information, service bond and probation) apply to the football panel as well. No standby or waiting list has been printed with this result.
RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026: Athletics (Men & Women) Provisional Panel — Update of 08 October 2026
Update (08 October 2026): Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has released the provisional panel for Athletics (Men & Women) under Employment Notice No. 01/SPQ/2026-27 dated 13.06.2026 (result letter dated 08.10.2026). After document verification and trials on 08 October 2026, 2 athletes (one in the 1500 m and one in the Discus Throw) have been placed on the merit panel against the 3 Athletics (Men & Women) posts in Pay Matrix Level-1. With the Hockey (Women), Cricket (Men), Wrestling FS (Men), Weightlifting (Women) and Cross Country (Women) panels, seven of the nine disciplines in the vacancy table (which lists Athletics (Women) and Athletics (Men) separately) now have a result; Hockey (Men) and Football (Men) are still awaited. The Football (Men) panel followed on 10 October 2026; eight of the nine disciplines now have a result and only Hockey (Men) is still awaited (Updated). Download RCF Athletics (Men & Women) Provisional Panel PDF (08.10.2026)
The two selected athletes are listed below in panel (merit) order, with the event printed against each name in the result letter. Both are shown at Pay Matrix Level L-1, the level advertised for Athletics.
| Sr. No. | Name | Playing Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vikash | 1500 m |
| 2 | Anisha | Discus Throw |
Only 2 of the 3 advertised Athletics (Men & Women) posts are filled on this panel; the letter does not explain the third post and prints no standby or waiting list. This panel is provisional and has the approval of the competent authority. The actual appointment of both athletes depends on eligibility in all respects and on completing every requisite formality as per the extant rules, including verification of certificates and the Medical Examination. The conditions set out for the Hockey (Women) panel on this page (provisional panel, medical norms, cancellation for false information, service bond and probation) apply to the athletics panel as well.
RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026: Cross Country (Women) Provisional Panel — Update of 07 October 2026
Update (07 October 2026): Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has released the provisional panel for Cross Country (Women) under Employment Notice No. 01/SPQ/2026-27 dated 13.06.2026 (result letter dated 07.10.2026). After document verification and trials on 07 October 2026, 4 runners have been placed on the merit panel against the 4 Cross Country (Women) posts in Pay Matrix Level-1, so every advertised post in this discipline has a name against it. With the Hockey (Women), Cricket (Men), Wrestling FS (Men) and Weightlifting (Women) panels, five of the nine disciplines now have a result; the remaining four disciplines (Hockey (Men), Athletics (Women), Athletics (Men) and Football (Men)) are still awaited. The Athletics (Men & Women) panel followed on 08 October 2026, and the Football (Men) panel on 10 October 2026; eight of the nine disciplines now have a result and only Hockey (Men) is still awaited (Updated). RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026 – Cross Country (Women) (PDF)
The four selected runners are listed below in panel (merit) order, as printed in the result letter. All four are shown at Pay Matrix Level L-1, the level advertised for Cross Country (Women).
| Sr. No. | Name | Playing Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sakshi Anant Kasabe | Cross Country (Women) |
| 2 | Nitu Kumari | Cross Country (Women) |
| 3 | Pratima Verma | Cross Country (Women) |
| 4 | Pooja | Cross Country (Women) |
This panel is provisional and has the approval of the competent authority. The actual appointment of the four runners depends on eligibility in all respects and on completing every requisite formality as per the extant rules, including verification of certificates and the Medical Examination. The conditions set out for the Hockey (Women) panel on this page (provisional panel, medical norms, cancellation for false information, service bond and probation) apply to the cross country panel as well. No standby or waiting list has been printed with this result.
RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026: Weightlifting (Women) Provisional Panel — Update of 07 October 2026
Update (07 October 2026): Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has released the provisional panel for Weightlifting (Women) under Employment Notice No. 01/SPQ/2026-27 dated 13.06.2026 (result letter dated 07.10.2026). After document verification and trials on 06 October 2026, 2 weightlifters (one each in the 53 kg and 63 kg categories) have been placed on the merit panel against the 3 Weightlifting (Women) posts in Pay Matrix Level-2. With the Hockey (Women), Cricket (Men) and Wrestling FS (Men) panels, four of the nine disciplines now have a result; the remaining five disciplines are still awaited. The Cross Country (Women) panel followed on 07 October 2026 and the Athletics (Men & Women) panel on 08 October 2026, and the Football (Men) panel on 10 October 2026; eight of the nine disciplines now have a result and only Hockey (Men) is still awaited (Updated). Download RCF Weightlifting (Women) Provisional Panel PDF (07.10.2026)
The panel is shown below in merit order, with the weight category and pay level printed against each position in the letter. Both selected weightlifters are shown at Pay Matrix Level L-2, the level advertised for Weightlifting (Women). The candidates’ names are printed in the official result PDF linked in the update box.
| Sr. No. | Playing Position (Weight Category) | Pay Matrix Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Weightlifting (Women) 53 kg | L-2 |
| 2 | Weightlifting (Women) 63 kg | L-2 |
Only 2 of the 3 advertised Weightlifting (Women) posts are filled on this panel; the letter does not explain the third post and prints no standby or waiting list. This panel is provisional and has the approval of the competent authority. The actual appointment of both weightlifters depends on eligibility in all respects and on completing every requisite formality as per the extant rules, including verification of certificates and the Medical Examination. The conditions set out for the Hockey (Women) panel on this page (provisional panel, medical norms, cancellation for false information, service bond and probation) apply to the weightlifting panel as well.
RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026: Wrestling FS (Men) Provisional Panel — Update of 06 October 2026
Update (06 October 2026): Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has released the provisional panel for Wrestling FS (Men) under Employment Notice No. 01/SPQ/2026-27 dated 13.06.2026. After document verification and trials on 05 October 2026, 3 wrestlers (one each at 57 kg, 70 kg and 74 kg freestyle) have been placed on the merit panel against the 3 Wrestling FS (Men) posts in Pay Matrix Level-1. With the Hockey (Women) and Cricket (Men) panels, 9 of the 23 posts now have a panel; results for the remaining six disciplines are still awaited. The Weightlifting (Women) and Cross Country (Women) panels followed on 07 October 2026, and the Athletics (Men & Women) panel on 08 October 2026, and the Football (Men) panel on 10 October 2026; only Hockey (Men) is still awaited (Updated). Download RCF Wrestling FS (Men) Provisional Panel PDF (06.10.2026)
The three selected wrestlers are listed below in panel (merit) order, with the weight category each was selected in. All three are shown at Pay Matrix Level L-1, the level advertised for Wrestling FS (Men).
| Sr. No. | Name | Playing Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sawan | Wrestling (Men) FS 70 kg |
| 2 | Sahil | Wrestling (Men) FS 74 kg |
| 3 | Pawan Patel | Wrestling (Men) FS 57 kg |
This panel is provisional and has the approval of the competent authority. The actual appointment of the three wrestlers depends on eligibility in all respects and on completing every requisite formality as per the extant rules, including verification of certificates and the Medical Examination. The conditions set out for the Hockey (Women) panel on this page (provisional panel, medical norms, cancellation for false information, service bond and probation) apply to the wrestling panel as well. No standby or waiting list has been printed with this result.
RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026: Cricket (Men) Provisional Panel — Update of 05 October 2026
Update (05 October 2026): Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has released the provisional panel for Cricket (Men) under Employment Notice No. 01/SPQ/2026-27. After document verification and trials on 03 October 2026, 2 players (1 Fast Bowler and 1 Top Order Batsman) have been placed on the merit panel against the 2 Cricket (Men) posts in Pay Matrix Level-1. With the Hockey (Women) panel of 03 October 2026, 6 of the 23 posts now have a panel; results for the remaining seven disciplines are still awaited. The Wrestling FS (Men) panel followed on 06 October 2026 and the Weightlifting (Women) and Cross Country (Women) panels on 07 October 2026, and the Athletics (Men & Women) panel on 08 October 2026, and the Football (Men) panel on 10 October 2026; only Hockey (Men) is still awaited (Updated). Download RCF Cricket (Men) Provisional Panel PDF (05.10.2026)
The two selected cricketers are listed below in panel (merit) order. Both are shown at Pay Matrix Level L-1, the level advertised for Cricket (Men).
| Sr. No. | Name | Playing Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danish Bhambhu | Fast Bowler |
| 2 | Nitesh Purohit | Top Order Batsman |
This panel is provisional. The actual appointment of both players depends on eligibility in all respects and on completing every requisite formality, including verification of certificates and the Medical Examination. The same conditions set out for the Hockey (Women) panel on this page (provisional panel, medical norms, cancellation for false information, service bond and probation) apply to the cricket panel as well. No standby or waiting list has been printed with this result.
RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026: Hockey (Women) Provisional Panel — Update of 03 October 2026
Update (03 October 2026): Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has released the provisional panel for Hockey (Women) under Employment Notice No. 01/SPQ/2026-27. After document verification and trials on 01 October 2026, 4 players (1 Goal Keeper and 3 Defenders) have been placed on the merit panel against the 4 Hockey (Women) posts in Pay Matrix Level-2. Results for the other eight disciplines (19 of the 23 posts) have not been announced yet. The Cricket (Men) panel followed on 05 October 2026, the Wrestling FS (Men) panel on 06 October 2026 and the Weightlifting (Women) and Cross Country (Women) panels on 07 October 2026, and the Athletics (Men & Women) panel on 08 October 2026, and the Football (Men) panel on 10 October 2026; only Hockey (Men) is still awaited (Updated). Download RCF Hockey (Women) Provisional Panel PDF (03.10.2026)
The four selected players are listed below in panel (merit) order. All four are shown at Pay Matrix Level L-2.
| Sr. No. | Name | Playing Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engil Harsharani Minz | Goal Keeper |
| 2 | Nandni | Defender |
| 3 | Priyanka Dogra | Defender |
| 4 | Pooja Malik | Defender |
Being on this panel is not yet a joining letter. These conditions from the result notice and the original advertisement still apply:
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| The panel is provisional | Your name can still be removed if a later check fails |
| Appointment depends on eligibility in all respects | Certificate verification, Medical Examination and other formalities must be completed first |
| Minimum medical norms | You must meet the medical standard of the post you are appointed to |
| False or incorrect information | Candidature will be cancelled forthwith; if found after joining, you can be terminated from service |
| Service bond and probation | You must sign a 5-year service bond and serve 2 years’ probation after training |
| Technician training | Level-2 (Technician-III) appointees train for 2 years, or 6 months with ITI in the relevant trade, with a stipend |
If your name is on the list, keep your original certificates of date of birth, education and sports achievements safe and answer every RCF letter on time. If you applied in another discipline, your result is still pending Only the Hockey (Men) result is still pending (Updated) — watch this page and the latest results section for the next panel.
RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Recruitment 2026: A Great Railway Job for Sportspersons
Wonderful news for talented sportspersons! Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala — a major production unit of Indian Railways — released Employment Notice No. 01/SPQ/2026-27 to recruit 23 sportspersons against the Sports Quota through open advertisement. Players who have represented at the national or international level in games like hockey, athletics, football, cricket, wrestling or weightlifting can land a secure railway government job while continuing their sports journey.
The application window ran from 15 June 2026 to 14 July 2026 (by post only) and is now closed. Selected candidates are appointed in Pay Level 1, 2 or 4/5. This guide explains everything in simple words. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for every railway update.
What Are the Key Highlights of RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026?
Here is a quick overview of this recruitment.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala |
| Recruitment | Against Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) |
| Total Vacancies | 23 posts |
| Pay | Pay Level 1, 2 and 4/5 (7th CPC) |
| Job Location | Kapurthala, Punjab |
| Last Date (by post) | 14 July 2026 (closed) |
| Latest Update | Football (Men) provisional panel out on 10 October 2026; Athletics (Men & Women) provisional panel out on 08 October 2026; Cross Country (Women) provisional panel out on 07 October 2026; Weightlifting (Women) panel out on 07 October 2026; Wrestling FS (Men) panel out on 06 October 2026; Cricket (Men) panel out on 05 October 2026; Hockey (Women) panel out on 03 October 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are in RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2026?
The 23 vacancies are spread across nine sports disciplines and three pay levels. Each slot is tied to a specific game and position.
| Sports Discipline | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Hockey (Men) | Level-4/5 | 1 |
| Hockey (Women) | Level-2 | 4 |
| Weightlifting (Women) | Level-2 | 3 |
| Athletics (Women) | Level-1 | 2 |
| Cross Country (Women) | Level-1 | 4 |
| Athletics (Men) | Level-1 | 1 |
| Wrestling (Men) Freestyle | Level-1 | 3 |
| Football (Men) | Level-1 | 3 |
| Cricket (Men) | Level-1 | 2 |
| Total | — | 23 |
If no suitable player is found for a particular position in a game, that post will not be filled with a player found suitable in another position of the same game.
What Is the Eligibility for RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2026?
Candidates had to meet both the education standard and the sports norms for the pay level.
Educational Qualification for RCF Sports Quota Posts
| Pay Level | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-1 (Office/General Assistant) | 10th Pass OR ITI OR equivalent OR NAC (NCVT) |
| Level-2 (Technician-III) | 10th Pass, OR 10th Pass + Act Apprentice / ITI (NCVT) in relevant trade |
| Level-4/5 (Senior Clerk-cum-Typist) | Degree from a recognised university or equivalent + computer typing in English/Hindi |
Candidates who passed 10th or hold an ITI certificate could apply for the Level-1 posts. Act Apprenticeship/ITI is the only accepted technical qualification, and a Diploma in Engineering is not accepted as an alternative. There is no relaxation in minimum qualification for open-advertisement recruitment.
Age Limit for RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2026
The age limit is 18 to 25 years as on 01.07.2026. As this is an open-advertisement recruitment, no age relaxation (upper or lower) is allowed for any category. No post is exclusively reserved for SC, ST, OBC or EWS.
Sports Achievement Norms
Candidates must be active players with achievements in the current and immediately preceding two years (from 01.04.2024). The required level depends on pay level: Level-1 needs top-8 Senior National, top-3 Federation Cup or notified international events, while Level-4/5 needs Olympic, Asian Games or World Cup-level achievement. A player with norms for a higher level who joins at a lower level cannot later claim the higher level on the basis of earlier achievements.
What Is the Salary for RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2026?
Selected candidates get a regular railway salary as per the 7th Pay Commission.
| Pay Level | Post | Pay as per Notice |
|---|---|---|
| Level-1 | Office/General Assistant | 5200-20200 + GP 1800 |
| Level-2 | Technician-III | 5200-20200 + GP 1900 |
| Level-4/5 | Senior Clerk-cum-Typist | 5200-20200 + GP 2400/2800 |
Appointees serve a 2-year probation after training and sign a 5-year service bond.
What Is the Selection Process for RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2026?
Selection is based on sports trials and merit marks.
- All eligible candidates are called for a Trial assessed out of 40 marks (game skill, physical fitness and coach’s observation).
- Only candidates declared FIT (scoring 25 or more out of 40 in the trial) are assessed further by the Recruitment Committee.
- Final selection is purely on merit; if two candidates score equal marks, the younger candidate is preferred.
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Sports achievements as per norms | 50 |
| Trial (game skill, fitness, coach’s observation) | 40 |
| Educational qualification | 10 |
| Maximum (all components) | 100 |
| Pay Level | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Level-1 | 60 |
| Level-2 | 65 |
| Level-4/5 | 70 |
Original documents of date of birth, education, sports achievements and category had to be shown on the day of the trial, without which a candidate was not allowed to appear. Certificate verification and a medical examination come before appointment.
How to Apply for RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2026?
This recruitment accepted offline (postal) applications only, and the window closed on 14 July 2026. The steps are kept here for reference.
- Download the prescribed application form (Annexure-A) from the RCF official website (link available in Essential Links).
- Fill the form neatly in your own handwriting and affix a clear passport-size photograph.
- Attach attested photocopies of your educational certificates, sports achievement certificates, date-of-birth proof and the fee payment receipt.
- Superscribe the envelope with “RECRUITMENT AGAINST SPORTS QUOTA FOR THE YEAR 2026-2027 IN LEVEL-01, LEVEL-02 and LEVEL-4/5”.
- Send the complete application by post to the General Manager (Personnel), Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala, so that it reached RCF by the closing date and time.
Candidates already working in a PSU or government organisation had to produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer. If any information given in the application is found false or incorrect at any stage, the candidature will be cancelled forthwith.
What Are the Important Dates for RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026?
Here are all the dates announced so far.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 13 June 2026 |
| Application Opens | 15 June 2026 |
| Last Date (by post) | 14 July 2026 (closed) |
| Document Verification & Trials — Hockey (Women) | 01 October 2026 |
| Provisional Panel — Hockey (Women) | 03 October 2026 |
| Document Verification & Trials — Cricket (Men) | 03 October 2026 |
| Provisional Panel — Cricket (Men) | 05 October 2026 |
| Document Verification & Trials — Wrestling FS (Men) | 05 October 2026 |
| Provisional Panel — Wrestling FS (Men) | 06 October 2026 |
| Document Verification & Trials — Weightlifting (Women) | 06 October 2026 |
| Provisional Panel — Weightlifting (Women) | 07 October 2026 |
| Document Verification & Trials — Cross Country (Women) | 07 October 2026 |
| Provisional Panel — Cross Country (Women) | 07 October 2026 |
| Document Verification & Trials — Athletics (Men & Women) | 08 October 2026 |
| Provisional Panel — Athletics (Men & Women) | 08 October 2026 |
| Document Verification & Trials — Football (Men) | 09 October 2026 |
| Provisional Panel — Football (Men) | 10 October 2026 |
| Trials & Result — Remaining Discipline (Hockey (Men)) | Not announced yet |
What Is the Application Fee for RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota 2026?
The fee was paid to the RCF account through State Bank of India, and a large part is refunded to candidates who actually appear in the trial.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Others | ₹500 (₹400 refunded on appearing in trial) |
| Reserved & exempted categories | ₹250 (refunded on appearing in trial) |
The reduced ₹250 fee applies to SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwD, Women, Minorities and Economically Backward Class candidates. Cheque, demand draft and postal orders were not accepted, and an application without the fee receipt was rejected.
Where to Download the RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026 PDF?
- Download RCF Football (Men) Provisional Panel PDF (10.10.2026)
- Download RCF Athletics (Men & Women) Provisional Panel PDF (08.10.2026)
- RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Result 2026 – Cross Country (Women) (PDF)
- Download RCF Weightlifting (Women) Provisional Panel PDF (07.10.2026)
- Download RCF Wrestling FS (Men) Provisional Panel PDF (06.10.2026)
- Download RCF Cricket (Men) Provisional Panel PDF (05.10.2026)
- Download RCF Hockey (Women) Provisional Panel PDF (03.10.2026)
- Download Official Notification & Application Form PDF
- Visit RCF Kapurthala Sports Quota Official Website
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Congratulations to the three footballers, the two athletes, the four cross-country runners, the two weightlifters, the three wrestlers, the two cricketers and the four hockey players on the RCF Kapurthala panels — complete your verification and medical formalities without delay. Hockey (Men) candidates, whose panel is still awaited, should stay patient and keep their documents ready. For more railway and Punjab government jobs, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in every day.