IISER Pune Sports Coach Recruitment 2026 – 10 Posts, Apply Online

1. Application Screening — Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria.
2. Interview/Selection Process — Shortlisted candidates will be called for a selection process, which may include an interview.

About IISER Pune Sports Coach Recruitment 2026

Vacancy Details

• Athletics
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Cricket
• Football
• Kabaddi
• Kho-Kho
• Lawn Tennis
• Table Tennis
• Volleyball

Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• A Certificate course in Coaching from the National Institute of Sports (NIS).
• A Diploma in Coaching from the National Institute of Sports (NIS).
• A Bachelor's degree in Physical Education (B.P. Ed.).

Essential Experience:

Desirable Qualification:

Age Limit

Salary Structure

Job Requirements

• Deep knowledge of the rules, tactics, and training methodologies of the respective sport.
• Strong communication, mentoring, and leadership skills to guide and motivate athletes.
• Ability to assess athlete performance and design effective fitness and skill development programs.
• Accompanying teams to various sports events as required.

Selection Process

How to Apply for IISER Pune Sports Coach Recruitment 2026

1. Registration: Visit the IISER Recruitment portal and click on "Register Now to apply" (available below the advertisement). Enter your email ID, receive and enter the verification code, set a password, and complete the registration.
2. Login: If already registered, directly log in using your credentials.
3. Fill Application Form: After logging in, click on "Apply Now" and select the "Sports Coach (Part-time)" post from the dropdown list.
4. Upload Photograph: Upload a recent passport-size photograph where your face is clearly visible (less than 1 MB).
5. Complete Details: Fill out the application form with personal, qualification, experience, and other relevant details. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory.
6. Degree Name: If your degree name is not in the dropdown, select "Other" and manually enter the degree name.
7. Distance Learning: Degrees/courses obtained through distance learning, correspondence, or part-time methods must be approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
8. Experience Details: Enter full details of your experience, including the organization's full name, complete designation, and pay scale/consolidated pay amount as per the instructions provided in the notification. Inadequate details may lead to disqualification.
9. Submission: After successfully submitting the online application, you will receive an auto-generated acknowledgment and a soft copy of your application on your registered email ID.
10. Documents for Verification: If called for the selection process, candidates must bring self-attested copies and original documents for verification, including age proof, educational mark sheets and certificates, experience certificates (with designation, pay scale, and duration), other supporting documents, and a 'No Objection Certificate' from the current employer (if applicable).

Important Instructions

• The appointment is purely temporary and contractual. Appointed individuals will have no claim for absorption into IISER Pune.
• The prescribed date for determining age limit, educational qualifications, and experience will be the last date for submitting online applications.
• All prescribed educational qualifications must be obtained from recognized Universities/Institutions.
• The number of posts may vary based on requirements during the selection process.
• In case a selected or waitlisted candidate does not join or resigns, subsequent waitlisted candidates may be offered the position.
• No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.
• Any form of political or other influence will result in disqualification.
• All updates and amendments to this advertisement will be notified only on the IISER Pune website. Candidates are advised to check the website regularly.