Indian Army Sports Quota Recruitment 2025: Apply for Havildar & Naib Subedar Posts

Indian Army Recruitment 2025: The Indian Army has invited applications from unmarried male and female Indian candidates under the Sports Quota Intake 04/2025 for direct recruitment to the posts of Havildar and Naib Subedar. This special entry is aimed at outstanding sportspersons who have demonstrated excellence in national or international events.

Interested candidates must apply via offline mode by sending the duly filled application form to the Army Sports Control Board, New Delhi, before 15 June 2025.

Indian Army Recruitment 2025: Post Details

The recruitment is exclusively for meritorious sportspersons who meet the prescribed criteria in various disciplines.

Sports Disciplines Eligible for Indian Army Sports Quota 2025

Candidates having medals or representation at National/International/Khelo India level in the following sports are eligible:

• Athletics, Archery, Basketball, Boxing, Diving, Football, Fencing, Gymnastics, Hockey, Handball, Judo, Kabaddi, Kayaking & Canoeing, Sailing, Swimming, Shooting, Triathlon, Volleyball, Wushu, Weightlifting, Wrestling, and Winter Games.

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Indian Army Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 17½ years
• Maximum Age: 25 years
• DOB Range: 30 Sep 2000 to 01 Oct 2007 (both inclusive)

Educational Qualification

• Minimum: 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board

Sports Achievements

For Havildar:

• Medalist in National Championships or
• Represented India/State in National or International Competitions
• Medalist in Khelo India Games

For Naib Subedar:

• Medalist in Asian Games, CWG, World Championships, Olympics
• Represented India twice in major international tournaments

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Indian Army Recruitment 2025: Physical Standards

For Male Candidates

Weight: Proportional to height & age
Chest Expansion: 5 cm minimum
Running Test: 1.6 km in 5 mins 45 secs
Other Tests: 9 ft ditch, zig-zag balance

For Female Candidates

• Height: 162 cm
• Running Test: 1.6 km in 8 mins
• Other Tests: 10 ft long jump, 3 ft high jump
• Relaxation in height for NE, Gorkhas, Tribals: 4 cm

Pay, Benefits, and Service Terms

• Promotion up to Subedar Major
• Opportunity to become a Commissioned Officer
• Initial training followed by trade-specific training
• Probation: 3 years

How to Apply

• Download application form from: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
• Fill it in block letters, affix photo, thumb impression, and sign
• Attach required documents (self-attested copies)
• Send via post to the following address:

Address to Send Application:
Army Sports Control Board,
Directorate of PT & Sports,
General Staff Branch, IHQ of MoD (Army),
Room No. 747 ‘A’ Wing, Sena Bhawan,
PO New Delhi – 110011

Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2025 (by 5:00 PM)

Official Notification

Indian Army Recruitment 2025: Selection Process

1. Shortlisting based on sports achievements
2. Call Letter sent via email
3. Physical Tests, Medical Tests, Skill Tests
4. Final merit-based selection list

Indian Army Recruitment 2025: FAQs

Q1. Who can apply for Indian Army Sports Quota 2025?
A: Unmarried Indian males and females with exceptional sports records.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A: Applications must reach by 15 June 2025.

Q3. Is there any written exam?
A: No. Selection is based on trials, physical and medical tests.

Q4. Can women apply?
A: Yes, eligible female candidates can apply for both Havildar and Naib Subedar posts.

Q5. What sports events are covered?
A: Athletics, Football, Shooting, Wrestling, Boxing, Swimming, and many others.

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