Rajasthan to Give Government Jobs to 235 Medal-Winning Sportspersons: 9 to Become DSP, 73 Para Athletes Included; Out-of-Turn Appointments Approved at 7th Meeting of Committee Chaired by Chief Secretary
The Rajasthan government has approved proposals for out-of-turn government appointments for 235 general and para medal-winning sportspersons. The decision was taken at the 7th meeting of the state-level committee chaired by Chief Secretary V. Srinivas at the Secretariat on Thursday (5 November 2026).
The meeting considered 286 new applications from sportspersons, of which proposals for 235 were approved. 9 athletes will be made Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and 224 will get appointments in various government departments. The approved proposals include 73 para athletes.
Key Decisions of the Meeting
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| Committee | State-level committee (out-of-turn appointment), 7th meeting |
| Chaired by | Chief Secretary V. Srinivas |
| Meeting date | 5 November 2026 (Thursday) |
| Applications considered | 286 |
| Appointment proposals approved | 235 (general and para athletes) |
| DSP posts | 9 |
| Appointments in other departments | 224 |
| Para athletes | 73 |
What Out-of-Turn Appointment Means
Under out-of-turn appointment, athletes who have won medals at international or national level are given a government post on the basis of sporting achievement, without the normal recruitment process. In Rajasthan the arrangement is under the 'Rajasthan Out of Turn Appointment to Sports Medal Winners Rules, 2017', amended from time to time.
- The state government has so far given out-of-turn appointments to 187 medal-winning athletes since December 2023.
- With approval of 235 new proposals, the process is said to gain further pace.
- The aim is stated as giving outstanding sportspersons recognition and job security.
What Athletes Should Do Next
- After approval, the concerned departments will issue appointment orders.
- Athletes should ask their sports directorate/sports council about the appointment process and documents.
- Check post, department and pay scale only from the appointment order or official notice.
- Beware of anyone asking for money in the name of fake recruitment or medal certificates.
Context: Para Asian Games Medallists
Rajasthan's Para Asian Games 2026 medallists recently met Sports Minister Col. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, where they were assured of cash prizes soon. We have not seen the list of which athletes are among the 235 approved names.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many sportspersons will get government jobs?
The committee approved appointment proposals for 235 medal-winning general and para athletes.
How many will become DSP?
9 athletes.
How many are para athletes?
73.
Who chaired the meeting?
Chief Secretary V. Srinivas, at the 7th meeting of the state-level committee.
Note: This story has been written in our own words by the Emitrawala.com team, based on news reports and public information. Dates and figures are as per reports; confirm with official notices before acting. Sources: Patrika, Amar Ujala and other reports (6 November 2026).
