The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has 17 High Performance Coach posts, and only retired persons with government service can apply. The online form closes at 5:00 PM on 1 December 2026.
If you are a student or a young coach, this one is not for you. But it can help to know how senior coaching posts work, and a retired coach in your family or academy may find it useful. See other openings on our Latest Jobs page.
SAI High Performance Coach: Overview
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 17 |
| Who Can Apply | Retired persons |
| Age | Up to 64 |
| Length | 1 year, or until age 64 |
| Last Date | 1 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
Latest Recruitment Update
The notice is dated 26 October 2026, and the online form opened on 30 October at 10:00 AM. SAI says all later changes will be posted only on its own website.
Important Dates
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Form Opens | 30 October 2026 |
| Form Closes | 1 December 2026 |
| Interview | Not Announced |
Vacancy and Category-wise Details
All 17 posts carry the same title, and the notice does not split them by sport or category in its table. Posting can be anywhere in India, at centres where SAI runs its schemes. SAI can also keep a panel for a year, so a person on it may be used later.
Who Can Apply?
Think of this as two checks.
First, your service. You should have worked as an officer under the central or a state government, or a Union Territory. You should have held a similar post, or served for five years in Level 12.
Second, your coaching background. You need one of these three:
- A coaching diploma from NS NIS Patiala, or an equal diploma from a recognised institute.
- Participation in the Olympics, Paralympics, Asian Games, World Championship or an equal event, plus a coaching certificate.
- The Dronacharya Award.
Educational Qualification
The main qualification is the coaching diploma or its alternatives above. Five years of coaching experience in the relevant sport is listed as desirable.
Age Limit and Application Fee
You must not be above 64 on 30 October 2026. We could not find an application fee in the pages we reviewed, so please read the full notice before you pay anything.
Salary Details: What Is LPD Minus Pension?
LPD means Last Pay Drawn. It is the pay you were getting when you retired. SAI subtracts your basic pension from that, and the balance is your fixed monthly pay.
Here is a simple example, using made-up numbers. If your last pay was Rs. 1,50,000 and your basic pension is Rs. 75,000, the monthly amount would be Rs. 75,000. If you took a commuted pension, that part still counts as pension for this calculation.
This amount stays fixed for the full contract. You get no yearly raise and no Dearness Allowance. Tax is cut before payment.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
There is no written exam. SAI checks applications for relevant experience, and then calls eligible people for an interview. You will pay for your own travel to the interview. A selection committee makes the final recommendation.
Things to Know Before Joining
- You must attend office regularly, and cannot take other work.
- If your performance is not good, SAI can end the job with 15 days’ notice.
- If you want to leave, you must give 30 days’ notice or one month’s pay.
- You cannot publish a book or articles from this work without approval.
How to Apply
- Go to the SAI website, and open the jobs portal.
- Fill in your details carefully.
- Scan and upload your photo and signature.
- Upload your latest Last Pay Certificate and your Pension Payment Order.
- Add a No Objection Certificate if you are still working in a government body.
- Submit the form, and keep a copy.
Keep your experience certificates clear and correct. SAI can reject ones without proper details. After you apply, keep checking your email, as the notice asks.
What Does Level 13 Mean?
Government jobs in India use pay levels from a table called the pay matrix. Level 13 is a senior level, with a range of Rs. 1,23,100 to Rs. 2,15,900 for this post. But here, the level only shows the rank of the post. Your real monthly amount comes from the LPD minus pension formula explained above.
If you are a young player thinking about a coaching career, the eligibility list is useful to read. It shows that the NIS diploma, major tournament experience and coaching certificates are the routes that SAI values for senior posts.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| SAI Notice PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| SAI Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
I am a state-level player with no government job. Can I apply?
No. The notice asks for retired persons with specific government service.
Will my pay increase after a year?
The notice says the amount stays fixed for the contract.
Is there a written test?
No. Selection is through an interview.
Which certificates are extra for this post?
You need your Last Pay Certificate and Pension Payment Order.