ICF Chennai Recruitment 2026: Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai invites online recruitment applications through Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai website (https://pb.icf.gov.in/) (Advt. No. PB/RR/39/Sports-Open/01/2026-2027) for the following posts of 17 Sports Person vacancies on a regular basis. Candidates who fulfil all the eligibility criteria may register and apply online through the Online Application Portal of ICF Chennai (https://pb.icf.gov.in/) within the stipulated period. According to the official timeline, the online application portal opens today, 10.11.2026 at 09.00 AM, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 09.12.2026 at 11.59 PM.
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Eligible candidates possessing a 10th, 12th, ITI can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Sports Person posts are spread all over India. Following a successful submission, registered candidates will receive a secure link to download their official exam hall tickets and interview call letters via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
ICF Chennai Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai |
| Notification No: PB/RR/39/Sports-Open/01/2026-2027 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 17 Sports Person Posts |
| Place of Posting: Chennai |
| Application Start Date: 10.11.2026 at 09.00 AM |
| Application Last Date: 09.12.2026 at 11.59 PM |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://pb.icf.gov.in/ |
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Current ICF Chennai Job Openings:
- Level – 1
- Football (men) – Goal Keeper – 01 Post
- Football (men) – Forward – 01 Post
- Kabaddi (men) – All rounder – 01 Post
- Kabaddi (men) – left cover – 01 Post
- Kabaddi (men) – Raider – 01 Post
- Hockey (men) – Attacker – 02 Posts
- Hockey (men) – Midfielder – 02 Posts
- Level – 2
- Football (men) – Midfielder – 01 Post
- Tennis (men) – Singles/Doubles – 01 Post
- Volleyball (Women) – Blocker – 02 Posts
- Volleyball (men) – Attacker – 01 Post
- Volleyball (men) – Blocker – 01 Post
- Volleyball (men) – All rounder – 01 Post
- Volleyball (men) – Setter – 01 Post
ICF Chennai Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
- Junior Clerk (Level-2) – 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent
- Technician Gr. III (Level-2) – 10th Pass or 10th Pass + Act Apprenticeship / ITI from NCVT-recognized institutions in relevant trades
- Level-1 – 10th Pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT
Minimum Norms For Recruitment Of Sportspersons:
- Level 2
- CATEGORY-B
- Represented the country in any of the category-B Championships/events:-
- World Cup (Junior/outh/Senior)
- World Championshipst lunior/Senior)
- Asian Games(Senior)
- Common Wealth Games(Senior)
- Youth Olympics
- Champions Trophy(Hockey)
- Davis Cup (Tennis) (OR)
- CATEGORY-C
- At least 3rd Position in any of the category -C Championships/events:-
- Championships (Junior/Senior)
- Asian Championships/Asia Cup (Junior/Senior)
- South Asian Federations Games (Senior)
- USIC (World Railways) Championships (Senior)
- World University Games (OR)
- At least 3rd Position in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships. (OR)
- At least 3rd Position in National games organized under the aegis of Indian Olympics Association. (OR)
- At least 3rd Position in All India Inter University Championship organized under the aegis of Association of Indian Universities. (OR)
- 1st Position in the Federation Cup Championship (Senior category).
- Level-1
- CATEGORY-C
- Represented the country in any of the category -C Championships/events:-
- Commonwealth Championships (Junior/Senior)
- Asian Championships/Asia Cup (Junior/Senior)
- South Asian Federations Games (Senior)
- USIC (World Railways) Championships (Senior)
- World University Games. (OR)
- At least 3rd Position in the Federation Cup Championships (Senior category). (OR)
- Represented a State or Equivalent unit, with at least 8th position in Senior National Championships only.
- In addition to the above, candidates possessing the undermentioned sports norms are also eligible to apply
- At least 3rd position in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships.(OR)
- At least 3rd Position in National games organized under the aegis of Indian Olympics Association. (OR)
- At least 3rd position in All India Inter University Championships organized under the aegis of Association of Indian UniversÃties.
Age Limit: (As on 09.12.2026)
- 18 – 25 years (Born between 02.01.2002 and 01.01.2009 (both dates inclusive))
- No relaxation in age (Upper or Lower) shall be permissible for recruitment through open advertisement.
Method of Selection:
- Trail testÂ
- Sports AchievementÂ
- Document VerificationÂ
Application Fee:
- For ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – Rs.250/-
- For Other Applicants – Rs.500/-Â
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 10.11.2026 at 09.00 AM and 09.12.2026 at 11.59 PM (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai website https://pb.icf.gov.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 10.11.2026 at 09.00 AMÂ
- Closing Date of online application portal: 09.12.2026 at 11.59 PMÂ
ICF Chennai Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of ICF Chennai: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for ICF Chennai: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for ICF Chennai: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Is ICF Chennai positions a permanent job?
- Yes, it is a permanent Job.Â
- What is the last date to apply for Sports Person recruitment 2026?Â
- The last date to submit your online application for the ICF Chennai positions is 09.12.2026 at 11.59 PM. The online application portal opened on 10.11.2026 at 09.00 AM.Â
- Where will the selected candidates be posted?Â
- The official place of posting for all the 17 positions will be Chennai.Â
- What is the selection process for ICF Chennai positions?Â
- The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Trail test Sports Achievement, Document Verification