Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) invites online applications for 8 Honorary Coach positions (Table Tennis, Badminton, Volleyball, Kho-Kho, Kabaddi, Judo, Karate, Gym) on an 11-month contractual basis. Eligible candidates with specified sports qualifications or HSC plus relevant experience can apply between 15-10-2026 and 24-10-2026. Selected coaches will receive a fixed monthly remuneration of Rs. 10,000 with no other allowances. Selection involves scrutiny, document verification, walk-in interview/verification, and a merit list. Applications are submitted via the SMC recruitment portal.
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Vacancy Details
- Table Tennis Coach: 1 vacancies
Qualification: See general qualifications: NIS diploma or equivalent, or SAI 6-month certificate + 1 year coaching experience; or C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.; or H.S.C. pass with national/state participation or 1 year coaching experience. Preference to medalists. - Badminton Coach: 1 vacancies
Qualification: See general qualifications: NIS diploma or equivalent, or SAI 6-month certificate + 1 year coaching experience; or C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.; or H.S.C. pass with national/state participation or 1 year coaching experience. Preference to medalists. - Volleyball Coach: 1 vacancies
Qualification: See general qualifications: NIS diploma or equivalent, or SAI 6-month certificate + 1 year coaching experience; or C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.; or H.S.C. pass with national/state participation or 1 year coaching experience. Preference to medalists. - Kho-Kho Coach: 1 vacancies
Qualification: See general qualifications: NIS diploma or equivalent, or SAI 6-month certificate + 1 year coaching experience; or C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.; or H.S.C. pass with national/state participation or 1 year coaching experience. Preference to medalists. - Kabaddi Coach: 1 vacancies
Qualification: See general qualifications: NIS diploma or equivalent, or SAI 6-month certificate + 1 year coaching experience; or C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.; or H.S.C. pass with national/state participation or 1 year coaching experience. Preference to medalists. - Judo Coach: 1 vacancies
Qualification: See general qualifications: NIS diploma or equivalent, or SAI 6-month certificate + 1 year coaching experience; or C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.; or H.S.C. pass with national/state participation or 1 year coaching experience. Preference to medalists. - Karate Coach: 1 vacancies
Qualification: See general qualifications: NIS diploma or equivalent, or SAI 6-month certificate + 1 year coaching experience; or C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.; or H.S.C. pass with national/state participation or 1 year coaching experience. Preference to medalists. - Gym Coach: 1 vacancies
Qualification: See general qualifications: NIS diploma or equivalent, or SAI 6-month certificate + 1 year coaching experience; or C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.; or H.S.C. pass with national/state participation or 1 year coaching experience. Preference to medalists.
Qualification Requirements
Post-specific: NIS diploma or equivalent degree, or SAI 6-month certificate course plus at least one year coaching experience; alternatively C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. with physical fitness as a physical training instructor; alternatively H.S.C. pass with national/state level participation in the relevant sport or one year of coaching experience. Preference to candidates with national/state level medals in the concerned sport.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 50 years
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of Applications: Registered applications will be scrutinized to check basic eligibility and completeness.
- Document Verification: Original educational certificates, mark sheets, registration certificates, experience certificates, and proof of identity will be verified; candidates must produce originals and one set of self-attested photocopies.
- Walk-in Interview / Verification Session: Eligible candidates will be called for document verification and walk-in interview sessions; schedule and venue will be communicated via SMS.
- Merit List: Final selection will be based on a merit list prepared after verification and the selection process.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Surat Municipal Corporation website at https://www.suratmunicipal.gov.in.
- Complete User Registration by entering E-mail, Mobile Number, and captcha, then click Next.
- Verify your mobile number using the OTP received.
- Complete account setup with First Name, Last Name, and password, then submit. Verify your email via the verification link and log in.
- Fill personal details, educational qualifications, and experience in the User Profile section.
- Upload scanned photograph (JPG/JPEG/PNG up to 150 KB) and signature (JPG/JPEG/PNG up to 50 KB).
- Select the relevant sports coaching post under Apply Now, review details, and submit the application.
- Save and print the final application form for records and future verification.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date:
- Online Application Last Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for these coach positions?
Candidates should have either an NIS diploma or equivalent degree, or a SAI 6-month certificate course with at least one year of coaching experience; alternatively C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. with physical fitness as a physical training instructor; or H.S.C. pass with national/state level participation in the sport or one year coaching experience. Preference is given to candidates who have won medals at national or state level in the concerned sport.
How do I apply for the SMC Honorary Coach positions?
Apply online via the Surat Municipal Corporation recruitment portal (https://www.suratmunicipal.gov.in/recruitment/). Register an account, verify mobile and email, complete your profile, upload photo and signature, select the relevant post, submit the application, and save a printout of the final form.
What is the last date to apply for these positions?
Online applications can be submitted from 15-10-2026 (11:00 AM) and the last date to apply is 24-10-2026 (11:00 PM).
What is the selection process for appointment?
Selection involves scrutiny of registered applications, document verification of original certificates, and walk-in interview/verification sessions. Final selection is made through a merit list after these steps.
What is the salary or pay scale for the Honorary Coach posts?
Selected candidates will receive a fixed consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 10,000/- (Ten Thousand Rupees only). No other allowances, perks, or financial benefits will be payable.
