Sports Authority of India (SAI) needs 40 Technical Officials for Softball at the Khelo India Youth Games 2026 in Telangana. This work is for the Games, not a permanent job.
You need a valid officiating licence to apply, and the last date is 12 November 2026. You can see other openings on our Latest Jobs page.
Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | SAI |
| Post | Technical Officials (Softball) |
| Total Posts | 40 |
| Event | Khelo India Youth Games 2026, Telangana |
| Must Have | Valid officiating licence or exam pass |
| Age | Below 60 years |
| Written Exam | Not mentioned |
| Pay and Fee | Not specified |
| Last Date | 12 November 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Apply Start | 2 November 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 12 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
Category Wise Vacancies
The posts are not divided by UR, OBC, SC, ST or EWS. These are the limits you should know:
| Point | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 40 |
| Men to Women Ratio | 60:40 |
| Most From One State or UT | 5 |
Who Can Apply
| Point | Rule |
|---|---|
| Licence | You must have a valid licence or a pass in an officiating exam |
| National Officials | Certificate from the competent authority, issued up to 2026 |
| International Officials | Certificate from the International Federation. You get preference |
| Age | You will not be considered if you are 60 or older |
| Education | No minimum qualification is specified |
Selection Process
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply | Fill the online form and upload your documents |
| 2. Scrutiny | Your form is given marks out of 100 |
| 3. Final List | 40 officials are chosen, following the ratio and State limit |
If you are a woman and you get at least 50 marks, you are selected directly. If there is a tie, the steering committee decides.
Exam Pattern and Merit Marks
No written test or interview is mentioned. You get marks like this:
| You Get Marks For | Maximum |
|---|---|
| Valid licence or exam pass (must have) | 20 |
| State or National level officiating | 40 |
| Khelo India Games or National Games officiating | 40 |
For each type of experience, your marks depend on the number of tournaments. Only tournaments from 2021 to 2026 count.
| Tournaments | Marks |
|---|---|
| 5 or more | 40 |
| 3 or 4 | 30 |
| 2 | 20 |
| 1 | 10 |
How to Apply Online
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the SAI jobs portal and find the Softball Technical Officials form |
| 2 | Fill in your details |
| 3 | Upload your licence or certificate and your experience proof, self-attested |
| 4 | Submit the form by 12 November 2026 |
Please do not send your form by email or post. It will not be accepted.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (SAI Jobs Portal) | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can freshers apply for SAI Technical Officials?
You must have a valid officiating licence or exam pass. That gives 20 marks, and more marks come from experience.
Do I have to write an exam for SAI Technical Officials 2026?
No written test or interview is mentioned. You are selected on marks out of 100.
Is this a permanent job?
No. This engagement is for the Softball event of the Khelo India Youth Games 2026.
Do women candidates get any benefit?
Yes. Women who score at least 50 marks are selected directly, and the male to female ratio is 60:40.
How much is the pay and application fee?
These are not specified. Please check the official notification and the application form.
Can I send my form by email?
No. You can apply only online. Forms sent by email or post are not accepted.
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