Out of Turn Employment to Sportspersons in State Services

Out of Turn Employment to Sportspersons in State Services gives medal winning athletes of Uttarakhand a direct route into government jobs. The Department of Sports, Government of Uttarakhand, runs this scheme to reward athletes who have represented the state at national and international competitions.

Scheme continues in 2026 with a fresh push from the state government. In a review meeting on 2 July 2026, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami directed officials to complete the process of out of turn government appointments for medal winning athletes within the fixed timeline. Officials said 29 medal winning athletes have already been given government jobs under this policy.

Out of Turn Employment to Sportspersons in State Services - Introduction

Out of Turn Employment to Sportspersons in State Services helps athletes who have won gold, silver or bronze medals in recognized international and national games. Eligible sportspersons get direct appointment on Gazetted and Non-Gazetted posts, with job levels ranging from Level-3 to Level-10, depending on their achievement.

The scheme was approved by the Uttarakhand government under the state Sports Policy and is implemented through Government Order No. 728/VI-3/2023-33(7)2014. Recruitment follows an offline process, and the Sports Directorate publishes vacancy details whenever departments send their requirements. A new Uttarakhand Sports Policy 2026 is also being prepared in line with the National Sports Policy 2025, which keeps out of turn appointments for medal winners as a key part of athlete support.

Key Information

Benefits

Medal winning athletes get out of turn employment in government departments without waiting for regular recruitment cycles. They can be appointed to both Gazetted and Non-Gazetted posts, from Level-3 to Level-10, based on the level of their achievement. A gold medal winner at the National Games can be placed in a higher post than a bronze medal winner at a state level competition.

The state government has also asked departments to accommodate most appointed sportspersons within the Sports Department itself, wherever possible. This allows trained athletes to serve in coaching and administrative roles, so their sporting experience keeps benefiting the state.

Eligibility

Before applying, athletes should check the full conditions given below:

• Permanent residence: Candidate should be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand and must have represented the state in the specific National Games competition for which they are applying.
• Medal level: Candidate should have won gold, silver or bronze in recognized international or national games such as Olympics, Paralympics, World Cup, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, SAF Games or National Games.
• Recognized sports: Sporting discipline should be from the approved list, which includes Athletics, Archery, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Football, Hockey, Judo, Lawn Tennis, Shooting, Swimming, Table Tennis, Weightlifting, Wrestling and others mentioned in the official rules.

Application Process

Application for this scheme is offline and runs through the Sports Directorate. Eligible athletes should follow the steps given below:

STEP 1 - The Sports Directorate collects vacancy details from different government departments and publishes official advertisements in local newspapers when a recruitment drive starts.

STEP 2 - Athletes should submit the application form along with required documents to the designated sports office before the closing date.

STEP 3 - A committee formed for this scheme reviews the applications and sends its recommendations within two months.

STEP 4 - The Sports Department then forwards the file to the concerned department for appointment to a supernumerary position, and the department usually completes the appointment within four months.

STEP 5 - If a selected athlete does not meet all educational qualifications at the time of hiring, the department gives up to four years to acquire the required certificates. Senior athletes should apply within two years and junior athletes within three years of winning the medal.

Documents

Self attested copies of the following documents are needed along with the application form:

• Medal winning certificate from the recognized national or international competition.
• Aadhaar Card for identity proof.
• Permanent residence certificate of Uttarakhand.
• Educational certificates relevant to the applied post.

References

For latest updates on out of turn employment and sports schemes, visit the official Sports Department website of Uttarakhand.

Official Sports Department Website, Uttarakhand

FAQ's

Who can apply under this scheme?

Permanent residents of Uttarakhand who have won gold, silver or bronze medals in recognized international or national games and have represented the state in the relevant competition can apply.

Which competitions are recognized?

Olympics, Paralympics, World Cup or World Championship, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Asian Championship, Commonwealth Championship, SAF Games and National Games.

Which sports are covered?

Athletics, Archery, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Football, Hockey, Judo, Lawn Tennis, Shooting, Swimming, Table Tennis, Weightlifting, Wrestling and other sports listed in the official rules.

Is the application process online or offline?

The process is offline. Vacancies are announced through newspaper advertisements by the Sports Directorate and applications are submitted to the designated sports office.

How many athletes have got jobs so far?

As per the July 2026 review meeting, 29 medal winning athletes have already been given government jobs under the out of turn appointment policy.

What is the deadline to apply after winning a medal?

Senior athletes should apply within two years and junior athletes within three years of winning the medal.

What posts are offered?

Gazetted and Non-Gazetted posts from Level-3 to Level-10, including coaching and administrative roles in the Sports Department.