SAI Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 11 Posts

Sports Authority of India (SAI), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Department of Sports, invites applications for 11 posts of Deputy Director on a deputation basis. Eligible officers serving under Central Government, State Government, or Union Territory Administrations must submit their applications through proper channel to the Office of the Director (Human Resources Division-II), Room No. 211, Sports Authority of India, Head Office, Gate No. 10 (East Gate), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 on or before 20 November 2026 at 05.00 PM.

SAI Deputy Director at a Glance

The official notification does not specify an application fee.

Where and How to Send

Candidates can also download the application format from the website of SAI: www.sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in.

Candidates must send their application (in duplicate) in the prescribed proforma given in Annexure-I along with all requisite documents through proper channel or Cadre Controlling Authority to the following address on one line:

O/o the Director (Human Resources Division-II), Room No. 211, Sports Authority of India, Head Office, Gate No. 10 (East Gate), Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003

Candidates may also send an advance copy of the completed application in the format provided in Annexure-I directly to the same postal address on or before 20 November 2026 at 05.00 PM. The candidature of such applicants will be considered only if the application forwarded through the proper channel arrives with all requisite documents before final selection.

In case of any dispute, the English version of the notification will be treated as valid.

Posts, Eligibility and Pay

Officers working under the Central Government, State Government, or Union Territory Administrations (including their attached or subordinate offices) must fulfill either of the following service conditions:

• Holding analogous post as Deputy Director (Level-11) or equivalent in their parent cadre or department; OR
• Officers with at least 5 years of regular service in Pay Level-10 (Rs. 56,100–1,77,500).

The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the opening date of receipt of application.

The period of deputation is 02 years, which is further extendable up to one year, subject to requirement and availability of vacancies in the borrowing department. The deputation terms and conditions are governed as per DoP&T OM No. 06/08/2009 Estt (Pay-II) dated 17/06/2010, as amended from time to time.

The official notification does not specify the minimum educational qualification. Candidates should refer to the official notification for further details regarding administrative service eligibility.

SAI Deputy Director Job Description

• Functions as a Section Head, assisting and reporting to the Divisional Head in matters relating to sports administration, policy implementation, and programme management.
• Exercises overall supervision, coordination, and management of assigned divisions or centres, ensuring effective implementation of SAI schemes and Government of India guidelines.
• Maintains and monitors data related to athletes, personnel, and schemes.
• Oversees administrative and financial matters and ensures compliance with applicable rules and procedures.
• Conducts inspections of offices, training centres, and field units to ensure smooth functioning of operations and optimal execution of training programmes.
• Handles inter-divisional coordination, communication with stakeholders, and supports decision-making processes at higher levels to achieve organizational objectives.

Enclosures

The following documents must accompany the application:

• Application in the prescribed format (Annexure-I), duly completed, signed by the candidate, and countersigned with official seal by the Cadre or Appointing Authority.
• Copies of certificates in proof of age, qualifications, experience, research, etc.
• Attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 (five) years, duly attested on each page with seal by an officer of the rank of Under Secretary to the Government of India or above.
• Integrity Certificate.
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate issued by the Competent Authority.
• No Major or Minor penalty certificate for the last 5 years of service.
• A certificate to the effect that the particulars furnished by the candidate have been verified and found correct as per service records (Annexure-II).
• Cadre Clearance Certificate.

Selection Process

The selection process comprises:

• Interview: The candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria will be called for interview.
• Selection will be made on the basis of a merit list prepared by the Selection Committee by the Competent Authority.

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