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Sports quota for Central exams


Praveen Sivam 16th Oct, 2024
Answer (1)
Tanya Gupta 16th Oct, 2024

Sports Quota in Central Exams:


Various central government exams offer sports quotas, providing opportunities for talented sportspersons. Here's an overview:


*Exams with Sports Quota:*


1. UPSC Civil Services Exam

2. SSC (Staff Selection Commission) exams (CGL, CHSL, etc.)

3. Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) exams

4. Bank PO and Clerk exams (IBPS)

5. Defence exams (NDA, CDS, etc.)


*Eligibility:*


1. Participation in international/national/state-level sports competitions

2. Medal winners or participants in recognized sports events

3. Sports Gradation Certificate from respective sports associations


*Documents Required:*


1. Sports Certificate

2. Participation Certificate

3. Medal Certificate (if applicable)

4. Gradation Certificate


*Benefits:*


1. Reservation of seats (up to 5% in some exams)

2. Age relaxation

3. Fee concession

4. Priority in selection


*Central Government Sports Quota Percentage:*


1. UPSC: 5% (for sports persons)

2. SSC: 5% (for sports persons)

3. RRB: 2% (for sports persons)


*Key Organizations:*


1. Sports Authority of India (SAI)

2. Indian Olympic Association (IOA)

3. National Sports Federations (NSFs)

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