🏅 A&N State Sports Council Recruitment 2026
📢 Apply Offline for 20 Coach & Instructor Posts
The Andaman & Nicobar (A&N) State Sports Council has released an official notification (F.No. 1-1/SSC/Engagement of Coaches/2025/05) inviting applications from eligible candidates for the engagement of 20 Coaches and Instructors for various sports disciplines. This recruitment is on a purely contractual basis for an initial period of one year, extendable up to three years based on performance.
The application process is completely Offline, and interested candidates must submit their application letter with all required documents before the last date. 👇 Check the detailed discipline-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, and application procedure below.
📋 Recruitment Overview 2026
| 📂 Organization Name | A&N State Sports Council |
| 👨💼 Post Name | Coach / Instructor |
| 🔢 Total Vacancies | 20 Posts |
| 💰 Salary / Remuneration | ₹ 32,000/- per month (Consolidated) |
| 📍 Job Location | Anywhere in A&N Islands |
| 📝 Application Mode | Offline Only |
📊 Discipline-Wise Vacancy Details
| Sl. No. | Discipline | No. of Posts | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gym Instructor | 03 | 01 Female (Sri Vijaya Puram), 01 Male (Nicobar), 01 Male (Diglipur) |
| 2 | Table Tennis | 01 | – |
| 3 | Hockey | 02 | – |
| 4 | Chess | 02 | – |
| 5 | Basketball | 01 | – |
| 6 | Football | 03 | 01 (S Andaman), 01 (N&M Andaman), 01 (Nicobar) |
| 7 | Athletics | 02 | – |
| 8 | Cricket | 01 | – |
| 9 | Swimming | 01 | Female Only |
| 10 | Cycling | 02 | 01 Male and 01 Female |
| 11 | Badminton | 01 | – |
| 12 | Volleyball | 01 | – |
| TOTAL | 20 | ||
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification Details
📅 Age Criteria (as on closing date)
- For Male: 18 – 45 Years
- For Female: 18 – 50 Years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for Government Servants / ST candidates as per GOI norms.
📚 Essential Educational & Professional Qualification
Qualification is based on a preference system. Candidates with 1st Preference qualification will get the highest marks.
(A) For Coaches (Table Tennis, Hockey, Basketball, Football, Athletics, Swimming, Cycling, Volleyball, Badminton)
- 1st Preference (50 Marks): Diploma in Sports Coaching (1 Year) from SAI, NSNIS (Patiala).
- 2nd Preference (40 Marks): International/National Medal winners in the respective discipline + Secondary School education.
- 3rd Preference (30 Marks): BPED/MPED with specialization in the respective discipline.
(B) For Chess (Coach/Instructor)
- 1st Preference (60 Marks): FIDE Instructor (FI) License.
- 2nd Preference (40 Marks): National Instructor (NI) License.
(C) For Gym Instructor
- 1st Preference (50 Marks): Diploma course in Gym Instructor / B.Sc Exercise Science / Diploma in Fitness and Wellness.
- 2nd Preference (40 Marks): Certified Personal Trainer / Fitness or Wellness trainer certification + Secondary School education.
- 3rd Preference (30 Marks): BPED/MPED along with experience as a Gym Instructor.
(D) For Coach (Cricket)
- 1st Preference (50 Marks): Cricket coach certification from a recognized institute.
- 2nd Preference (40 Marks): Winners/Participation in National level cricket tournaments + AISSE.
- 3rd Preference (30 Marks): BPED/MPED with participation in University level cricket.
⚔️ Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on a total of 100 Marks, distributed as follows:
- Part 1: Educational Qualification: 50 Marks
- Part 2: Physical Fitness Test / Specialized Test: 50 Marks
Candidates must appear for the Physical/Skill test with all original documents and a photocopy for verification by the selection committee.
🏃 Physical Fitness Test Benchmarks (for Coaches)
| Event | Marks | Gender | Performance Benchmark |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Mtrs Sprint | 5 | Male | 5 to 7 sec |
| Female | 6 to 8 sec | ||
| 4 | Male | 7.1 to 10 sec | |
| Female | 8.1 to 10 sec | ||
| Standing Broad Jump | 5 | Male | 350-300 cm |
| Female | 300-250 cm | ||
| 4 | Male | 299-250 cm | |
| Female | 249-200 cm | ||
| 3 | Male | < 250 cm | |
| Female | < 200 cm | ||
| Over Head Back Throw | 5 | Male | > 12.13 mtr |
| Female | > 10.13 mtr | ||
| 4 | Male | 11.36 – 12.13 mtr | |
| Female | 9.36 – 10.13 mtr | ||
| 3 | Male | 10.37 – 11.35 mtr | |
| Female | 8.37 – 9.35 mtr | ||
| 2 | Male | < 10.37 mtr | |
| Female | < 8.37 mtr | ||
| 1000 Meters Run | 5 | Male | 5.5 – 7.5 min |
| Female | 6.5 – 8.5 min | ||
| 4 | Male | 7.6 – 9.5 min | |
| Female | 8.6 – 10.5 min | ||
| 3 | Male | 9.6 – 11.5 min | |
| Female | 10.6 – 12.5 min | ||
| 2 | Male | < 11.5 min | |
| Female | < 12.5 min |
📝 How to Apply (Offline)?
- Prepare an application letter with all your details.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents (Education, Sports Certificates, DOB proof, etc.).
- Mention your complete postal address and active Phone Number in the application.
- Submit the complete application package to the address mentioned below before the deadline.
Submission Address:
Office of the General Secretary,
A&N State Sports Council,
Sri Vijaya puram
Last Date & Time for Submission: 15th February 2026 at 4:00 PM
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for A&N Sports Council Recruitment?
Ans: The last date to submit the offline application is 15th February 2026, by 4:00 PM.Q2. What is the monthly salary for the Coach/Instructor post?
Ans: The selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of ₹ 32,000/- per month.Q3. Is this a permanent government job?
Ans: No, this is a purely contractual engagement for an initial period of 01 year, which may be extended up to a maximum of 03 years.Q4. What is the application process?
Ans: The application process is Offline. Candidates need to submit an application letter along with documents to the Office of the General Secretary, A&N State Sports Council.Q5. What is the selection process?
Ans: The selection is based on a merit list prepared from a total of 100 marks, which includes 50 marks for Educational Qualification and 50 marks for a Physical Fitness Test or a Specialized Test.
