IIM Mumbai Sports Coach Recruitment 2026

IIM Mumbai has released notification for 4 Sports Coach positions at its Powai campus in Mumbai. The posts include Gym Instructor, Basketball Coach, Football Coach, and Athletics Coach (1 vacancy each). You can apply online through the official recruitment portal. Last date to apply is 16 April 2026 (5:00 PM).

Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) Sports Coach Recruitment 2026 - 4 Posts

Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai), one of India's premier management institutes located on the banks of Vihar Lake in Powai, Mumbai, has announced recruitment for 4 sports coaching positions under Advertisement No. Admn/Rectt/2026/11 dated 27 March 2026. This is a great opportunity for qualified sports professionals to work at one of the country's top IIMs. If you have the right sports coaching background and want to be part of a prestigious academic environment, this recruitment is worth applying for.

Vacancy Details

• Gym Instructor: 1 post
• Basketball Coach: 1 post
• Football Coach: 1 post
• Athletics Coach: 1 post

Total Vacancies: 4

Who Can Apply?

• Citizenship: You must be a citizen of India.
• Qualification: Candidates with relevant sports qualifications and coaching experience in the respective sport (Gym/Fitness, Basketball, Football, or Athletics) should apply. A degree or diploma in Physical Education is generally expected for such positions at premier institutes.
• Experience: Relevant coaching experience in the respective sport will be required. Candidates with experience in higher education institutions or sports academies will be preferred.
• You must meet all eligibility conditions as on the closing date for applications (16 April 2026).

Age Limit

• Age limit details will be specified in the detailed notification available on the application portal.
• Age Relaxation: Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Government of India rules.
• The crucial date for determining age is the closing date for receipt of applications, i.e., 16 April 2026.

Salary

• Selected candidates will receive monthly consolidated pay as per IIM Mumbai norms for contractual positions.
• Accommodation at the IIM Mumbai campus may be provided subject to availability. If accommodation is not available, an out-of-campus allowance may be given as per institute rules.
• Medical benefits and medical insurance may be provided as per institute rules.
• Mobile reimbursement is admissible as per institute norms.

Selection Process

The selection will be done through the following process:

1. Shortlisting: The institute will shortlist candidates based on eligibility, qualifications, and experience. The screening committee may restrict the number of candidates called for further rounds.
2. Skill Test / Interview: The institute may conduct a written test and/or skill test and/or interview as deemed appropriate for the shortlisted candidates.
3. Document Verification: Original certificates, degrees, and experience documents will be verified at the time of interview.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official IIM Mumbai careers page at iimmumbai.ac.in/careers.
2. Click on the application portal link for the Sports Coach positions (Advt. No. Admn/Rectt/2026/11).
3. Register yourself on the recruitment portal at iimmumbai.ac.in/administrative_recruitment.
4. Fill in the online application form with all your details.
5. Upload all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, photo, etc.).
6. Submit the application before 16 April 2026 (5:00 PM).

Note: Candidates working in Government/Semi-Government/PSU should apply through proper channel and submit a No Objection Certificate.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 27 March 2026
• Online Application Start: 27 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 16 April 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Exam / Interview Date: To be announced

• Train and coach students, faculty, and staff in the assigned sport or fitness discipline
• Plan and conduct regular training sessions, practice drills, and fitness programmes on campus
• Prepare and lead institute teams for inter-IIM and other inter-collegiate sports tournaments
• Maintain sports equipment and ensure the gym or playing facilities are in proper condition
• Organize intra-campus sports events, fitness challenges, and annual sports meets
• Monitor the physical fitness and progress of participants and provide personalised guidance
• Coordinate with the Sports Committee and administration for scheduling and logistics