Verified from official source on 10 Sept 2026
KISCE Head Coach & Others 2026 — 7 Posts, Apply by 30 Sep

- Total Posts
- 7
- Minimum Qualification
- Graduate
Overview
KISCE Head Coach & Others Recruitment 2026 (7 Posts), Apply via Email by 30 September 2026 in Ladakh. Khelo India State Centre of Excellence (KISCE) has released a recruitment notification for 7 contract posts, including High-Performance Director, Head Coach (Athletics), Physiologist, Masseur, and Doctor / Sports Injury Management Team. This KISCE government job 2026 opportunity is based at Leh, Ladakh, and spans qualifications from Class 12 with a certificate course up to MD or PhD-level credentials, depending on the post. Eligible candidates who meet the post-specific qualification and age criteria below can apply via email before the closing date. Selected candidates will support high-performance athlete training, sports medicine, and physiotherapy functions at the KISCE facility in Leh, Ladakh. The KISCE 2026 selection process consists of Shortlisting followed by an Interview, with no separate written test described. The remuneration for KISCE 2026 ranges from ₹35,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month across all five post types, varying with the candidate's specific experience and qualifications. The KISCE 2026 email application must be sent to the address specified in the official notification. The last date to apply for this recruitment is 30 September 2026. No application fee has been mentioned in the notification. Candidates must read the complete official KISCE notification PDF at sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in before applying, since this is a contract-based engagement with a maximum age limit of 65 years across all posts, and specific eligibility routes differ substantially by role.
Qualification
- High-Performance Director: Master Sports (MSI/PhD/MBA) + 10 years research experience, or eminent player/coach with equivalent management experience
- Head Coach (Athletics): Diploma in Coaching (SAI/NS NIS), Olympics/World Cup/Championship representation, 10 years coaching experience
- Physiologist: MBBS/Master's in Medical/Sports Physiology + 2 years relevant experience
- Masseur: 10+2 + Masseur/Massage Therapy certificate + 2 years experience
- Doctor/Sports Injury: MD or PG Diploma in Sports Medicine (erstwhile MCI recognised)
Age Limit
Maximum 65 years for all posts
Eligibility
- High-Performance Director: Master Sports (MSI/PhD/MBA) with 10+ years of research experience, OR an eminent player who represented India in the Senior Category with 5+ years of sports management/research experience, OR an eminent Coach who trained India players with 10+ years of relevant experience
- Head Coach (Athletics): Diploma in Coaching from SAI/NS NIS or a recognised Indian/Foreign University, having represented India in Olympics/World Cup/World Championship, a Certificate Course from a National/International Federation, working knowledge of computers, and minimum 10 years of coaching experience, OR experience coaching Senior/Junior Indian teams, or holding the Dronacharya/Arjuna/Dhyanchand award, or having produced international medallists
- Physiologist: MBBS or Master's in Medical Physiology/Human Physiology/Sports and Exercise Physiology, with minimum 2 years of work experience as a Sports/Exercise Physiologist or with a National-level sports organisation
- Masseur: 10+2 pass with a Certificate Course/Skill Development Programme for Masseur/Masseuse/Massage Therapy/Sports Masseur from a recognised institution, with minimum 2 years of work experience
- Doctor / Sports Injury / Management Team: MD or Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine recognised by the erstwhile MCI, OR a minimum of 2 years of research/work experience with National/State athletes for MD holders in Sports Medicine
- Maximum age limit is 65 years for all posts
Important Dates
Notification Date
03 Sept 2026
Last Date to Apply
30 Sept 2026
Application Fee
No application fee for any category
Salary
₹35,000 – ₹1,50,000 per month, varying by post, experience, and qualifications
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before applying
- Prepare a complete bio-data covering personal details, educational qualifications, and relevant experience
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and a recent passport-size photograph
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date of 30 September 2026
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference
Selection Process
- Shortlisting
- Interview
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| High-Performance Director | 1 |
| Head Coach (Athletics) | 1 |
| Physiologist | 1 |
| Masseur | 3 |
| Doctor / Sports Injury / Management Team | 1 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Nil |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Nil |
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