Panjab University Coach Recruitment 2026: 4 Posts

The Directorate of Sports, Panjab University, Chandigarh, has invited applications for 4 Coaches under the Khelo India Scheme. This is the Panjab University Coach Recruitment 2026 notice. The posts are for past champion athletes in four games. The last date is 17 October 2026, 5:00 PM.

Panjab University Coach Recruitment 2026 Job Overview

Panjab University Coach Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Application Fee

Panjab University Coach Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Eligibility: Qualification and Age Limit

Who can apply

• Past champion athletes who can work as coaches.

Individual sports, in order of preference

• 1st: represented India at a recognised international event.
• 2nd: medal winner at a Senior National or Khelo India Games.
• 3rd: medal winner at National AIU championship.
• 4th: represented a State at a Senior National event, or took part in Khelo India Games.

Team sports, in order of preference

• 1st: represented India at a recognised international event.
• 2nd: part of a medal winning team at a Senior National or Khelo India Games.
• 3rd: part of a medal winning team at a National AIU event.
• 4th: represented a State at a Senior National event, or took part in Khelo India Games.

Age limit

• Maximum 40 years.
• Relaxation can be given in deserving cases.

Salary Details

Selection Process

1. Selection follows the preference order of sports achievement.

Documents Required

• Duly filled application form.
• Original educational, professional and sports achievement certificates.
• ID proof and Aadhaar card.

How to Apply: Step by Step

1. Fill in the application form of the Directorate of Sports.
2. Attach the documents.
3. Submit it by hand, registered post or speed post.
4. Send it to the Directorate of Sports, Panjab University, Chandigarh.
5. It must reach by 5:00 PM on 17 October 2026.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Earlier applicants of notice 3656/DS dated 7 August 2025 need not apply again.
• Contract can end with 30 days notice.
• No TA, DA, HRA or housing is paid.
• Tax is deducted at source.

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FAQs: Panjab University Coach Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date for Panjab University Coach Recruitment 2026?

Apply by 5:00 PM on 17 October 2026.

Q2. How many posts are there?

There are 4 posts.

Q3. Which games are open?

Badminton, Football, Swimming and Kabaddi.

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Q4. What is the pay?

₹25,000 per month.

Q5. What is the age limit?

Maximum 40 years, with relaxation in deserving cases.

Q6. How long is the contract?

Two years, extendable.

Q7. How do I apply?

By hand, registered post or speed post.

Q8. Who gets first preference?

Athletes who represented India at an international event.

Q9. Must earlier applicants apply again?

No. Those who applied under notice 3656/DS need not apply again.

Q10. Is there an application fee?

The notification does not mention any fee.