SAI – High Performance Coach – Contract – 01-12-2026 – 17 posts

Job Details

Number of Vacancies17
Last Date01-12-2026
Begin Date30-10-2026
Advertisement NumberA-12/8/2026-66
Pay ScaleLevel-13 Rs. 123100-215900
SalaryLevel-13 Rs. 123100-215900 (Last Pay Drawn Minus Pension)
Important Links
Maximum Age64
Form TypeOnline
AgencySAI
Other Dates
  • Date of Opening Online Application: 30-10-2026
  • Closing date for submission of online application: 01-12-2026
  • Notification Date: 26-10-2026
NotificationView Notification
Age LimitMax 64
StateAll India
AgencySports Authority of India
DepartmentOther
Job TypeContract
PositionHigh Performance Coach
⚠️ Early notice: The official notification is awaited. This page will be updated automatically once full details are released.
Sports Authority of India (SAI) invites online applications for 17 High Performance Coach posts on an All-India basis under Advertisement No. A-12/8/2026-66. Applications open from 30-10-2026 to 01-12-2026. Required qualifications include a diploma in coaching from SAI NS NIS Patiala or equivalent, participation in major international events with coaching certification, or being a Dronacharya Awardee, plus relevant service/experience. Appointment is contractual (Level-13 pay scale Rs.123100-215900). Selection is by shortlisting and interview. Tenure is up to one year or until the age limit specified.

Vacancy Details

  • High Performance Coach: 17 vacancies
    Qualification: Diploma in coaching from SAI NS NIS, Patiala or equivalent; Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with certificate course in coaching; Dronacharya Awardee. Officers with analogous post experience or 5 years regular service in Level-12.

Qualification Requirements

Diploma in coaching from SAI NS NIS, Patiala or equivalent; Participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with certificate course in coaching; Dronacharya Awardee. Officers who have worked under Central/State Governments/UT Administrations in analogous post or with regular service of 05 years in Level-12 (Rs. 78800-209200).

Age Limits

  • Maximum Age: 64 years

Selection Process

  • Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their relevant experience and the job description.
  • Interview: Eligible and shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

How to Apply

  1. Apply only online through the link https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/saijobs.
  2. Upload self-attested copy of Aadhar card/10th class mark sheet/12th class mark sheet.
  3. Upload certificates of essential educational qualifications and experience.
  4. Upload scanned copy of passport size color photograph and signature.
  5. Upload scanned copy of No Objection Certificate from present employer if working in Central/State/Autonomous Organization.
  6. Upload latest last pay drawn certificate and Pension Pay Order.
  7. Apply on or before 1 December 2026.

Important Dates

  • Date of Opening Online Application:
  • Closing date for submission of online application:
  • Notification Date:

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the minimum qualifications required?

Qualification required includes a diploma in coaching from SAI NS NIS Patiala or equivalent; or participation in Olympics/Paralympics/Asian Games/World Championship with a certificate course in coaching; or being a Dronacharya Awardee. Officers with analogous post experience or 5 years regular service in Level-12 are also eligible.

How do I apply for the SAI High Performance Coach post?

Apply only online through https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/saijobs. Upload required documents including Aadhar, educational certificates, experience certificates, photo, signature, NOC if applicable, last pay drawn certificate and pension pay order, and submit before the closing date.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit the online application is 01-12-2026. The online application window opens on 30-10-2026 and closes on 01-12-2026.

How are candidates selected?

Selection is done by shortlisting based on relevant experience and the job description, followed by an interview of eligible and shortlisted candidates. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria will be called for interview.

What is the pay scale for this post?

The post is on Level-13 with pay Rs. 123100-215900. Salary is indicated as Last Pay Drawn Minus Pension in the notification.

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