SAI Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Retired officers of the Central Government, State Governments or Union Territory Administrations can apply for 1 post of Junior Engineer at the Sports Authority of India (SAI), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Department of Sports. The engagement is on a Last Pay Drawn Minus Pension basis for 01 year or till the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier, with a transport allowance of Rs. 10,800/- per month. Candidates need a Diploma or Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering and service as Junior Engineer or equivalent (or at least 5 years in Level-5 of an engineering cadre). Applications are accepted only online through the SAI jobs link from 16 November 2026 to 15 December 2026.

SAI JUNIOR ENGINEER at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About SAI

The Sports Authority of India is an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, with the mandate of development and promotion of sports in the country. Its main objects are to achieve excellence in sports and to train and prepare sportspersons for international competitions, using sports infrastructure spread across the country and trained coaches. The Authority is substantially funded by the Government of India. This recruitment is issued by its Human Resources Division-II at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium Complex, New Delhi, and follows the guidelines in DoE O.M. No. 3-25/2020-E.III A dated 09.12.2020.

Who Can Apply

The notice invites applications for the engagement of services of retired persons, and only from Indian citizens who meet the essential educational qualification and the essential work experience given in Table-I of the notice.

Service Eligibility

Applicants must be officers who worked under the Central Government, State Government or Union Territory Administrations and who:

• were holding the post of Junior Engineer or equivalent in their parent cadre/department; OR
• were holding at least 5 years of regular service in Level-5 in an engineering cadre (Rs. 25500-81100) (PB-1, Rs. 5200-20200 + GP 2800/-).

Essential Qualification

• Diploma in Civil Engineering from any recognized University or Institute; OR
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering from any recognized University or Institute; OR
• Degree in Civil Engineering from any recognized University or Institute/AICTE; OR
• Degree in Electrical Engineering from any recognized University or Institute/AICTE.

Desired Qualification

• Masters' Degree in Civil Engineering from recognized University/Institute/AICTE; OR
• Masters' Degree in Electrical Engineering from any recognized University or Institute/AICTE.

Desired Experience

• Minimum one year experience in the various aspects of maintenance and constructions of civil infrastructure, preferably sports infrastructure works; OR
• Minimum one year experience in the various aspects of electrical works, preferably with electrical works in sports infrastructure.

Age Limit

The age must be not exceeding 64 years as on the opening date for receipt of applications (the online application opens on 16 November 2026). The notice does not mention any age relaxation.

Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the Junior Engineer post.

Pay and Tenure

• Remuneration: a fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. The pension deducted is the pension fixed at retirement; if the employee has commuted part of the pension, the commuted portion is also deducted.
• The remuneration so fixed remains unchanged for the term of the contract. No annual increment, percentage increase or Dearness Allowance is allowed during the contract.
• Transport Allowance: Rs. 10,800/- per month during the contract, unchanged during the term of appointment.
• No TA/DA for joining the assignment or on its completion. No DA, accommodation, residential phone, personal staff, medical reimbursement, HRA, LTC or similar facilities are admissible.
• On official tour away from the place of posting, TA/DA is admissible under the rules for officers of equivalent level in SAI (Pay Grade Level 06).
• Income Tax or any other tax is deducted at source, and SAI will issue TDS/Service Tax Certificates as applicable.
• Leave: 1.5 days per month on a pro-rata basis in a calendar year; no remuneration for absence beyond 18 days in a year; unused leave lapses and is not carried forward.
• Tenure: 01 year or till the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier, based on the performance review/requirement of SAI. The engagement is purely on contract and gives no right to claim regular employment in SAI or as a government employee.

SAI JUNIOR ENGINEER Job Description

• Supervise, monitor and coordinate civil and electrical works related to construction, renovation, maintenance and upgradation of sports infrastructure and allied facilities.
• Prepare and scrutinize estimates, technical specifications, drawings and tender documents.
• Inspect works for quality control and compliance with prescribed standards.
• Verify measurements and bills.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants and executing agencies.
• Monitor project progress and ensure timely completion of works.
• Perform any other duties related to civil and electrical engineering works assigned by the competent authority from time to time.

How to Apply for SAI JUNIOR ENGINEER

1. Apply only online through the link https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/saijobs between 16 November 2026 and 15 December 2026. Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected.
2. Use a valid e-mail ID in the online form. It must stay active until the recruitment process is completed, and it cannot be changed once entered.
3. Upload the self-attested documents listed below while submitting the application.

Documents named in the notice

• Proof of date of birth: Aadhar Card/10th class mark sheet/12th class mark sheet
• Certificates of essential educational qualifications and experience
• Scanned copy of passport size colour photograph and signature
• Scanned copy of No Objection Certificate from the present employer, in case working in Central/State Government/Autonomous Organizations
• Latest Last pay drawn certificate

Applications not in the prescribed format, incomplete or unsigned, or without a copy of the essential qualification certificates, experience certificates and mark-sheet of Board/University are liable to be rejected. SAI reserves the right to discard experience certificates that do not provide correct details.

Selection and Interview

Applications will be scrutinized/shortlisted on the basis of relevant experience and job description. Eligible candidates will be called for an interview at their own cost, and no TA/DA will be paid. Meeting the eligibility criteria does not mean a candidate will be called for interview. Selection will be made on the recommendations of a duly appointed Selection/Interview Committee. Candidature remains provisional at all stages and will be cancelled if, at any stage before or after the interview, a candidate is found not to meet any eligibility condition.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Selected candidates must produce the original certificates mentioned in the application at the time of joining; failing this, candidature will be cancelled.
• If performance is not satisfactory, services will be discontinued after 15 days' notice. To leave, the engaged person must give 30 days' advance notice or one month's remuneration in lieu of notice, subject to approval of the Competent Authority.
• The person must attend office on a regular basis, must not take up any other assignment during the contract, and must abide by the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 and the Indian Official Secret Act, 1923.
• Books, articles or broadcasts need prior approval of the Competent Authority; the person may not represent or advise others against the interest of SAI and the Government.
• A panel will be drawn, valid for one year, which can be used by any Scheme/project funded by the Government of India along with SAI. SAI reserves the right to cancel the panel.
• SAI reserves the right to cancel the advertisement or selection process, or to modify/alter/restrict/enlarge/cancel the recruitment process, without assigning any reason.
• Further notifications/corrigendum, if any, will be put up on the SAI website only. Candidates should check their email account regularly for updates.
• For recruitment-related queries, e-mail [email protected]. Litigation falls under the jurisdiction of courts in Delhi, and the English version of the notice prevails in case of dispute.

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