SAI Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026Opens 16 November

• Applicants must be Indian citizens and retired officers of the Central Government, a State Government or a Union Territory Administration.
• They must have held a Junior Engineer or equivalent post in their parent cadre or department, or have at least 5 years of regular service in Level-5 of an engineering cadre.
• A diploma or degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering from a recognised university or institute is essential; the notice also refers to AICTE for degree qualifications.
• A master's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering is desirable.
• At least one year of experience in civil infrastructure maintenance and construction or electrical works is desirable, preferably involving sports infrastructure.

• Visit the SAI jobs portal between 16 November and 15 December 2026.
• Complete the online application using a valid email address that will remain active throughout the recruitment process.
• Upload the required self-attested documents, photograph and signature.
• Check that the application is complete and submit it online; applications sent by other modes will not be accepted.

About the engagement

The Sports Authority of India has issued a notice for one Junior Engineer position reserved for retired government officers. SAI is an autonomous body under the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The engagement is contractual and does not give the selected person a right to regular employment in SAI or government service.

Eligibility at a glance

Applicants must be Indian citizens who retired from the Central Government, a State Government or a Union Territory Administration. They must have held a Junior Engineer or equivalent post in their parent department or have at least five years of regular service in Level-5 of an engineering cadre. A recognised diploma or degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering is essential.

A master's degree in either discipline is desirable. The notice also lists at least one year of experience in civil infrastructure maintenance and construction or electrical works as desirable, preferably in sports infrastructure. The maximum age is 64 years on 16 November 2026.

Dates, pay and tenure

The notice is dated 12 November 2026. Online applications open on 16 November and close on 15 December 2026. The appointment lasts one year or until the appointee reaches 65 years, whichever comes first, subject to SAI's performance review and requirements.

Monthly remuneration is calculated by deducting basic pension from the pay drawn at retirement. A fixed transport allowance of Rs. 10,800 per month is also payable. No annual increment or Dearness Allowance is allowed during the contract.

Application and selection

Apply through the SAI jobs portal during the application window. Use an email address that will remain active throughout recruitment, as it cannot be changed after entry. Upload the self-attested documents specified in the notice, including qualification and experience evidence, the latest last pay drawn certificate, photograph and signature. A No Objection Certificate is required where applicable.

SAI will scrutinise applications and shortlist candidates based on relevant experience and the job description. Shortlisted eligible candidates will be interviewed at their own expense. Selected candidates must produce their original certificates at joining. Further notices and corrigenda will be published on the SAI website.