Sports Authority of India Performance Analyst Recruitment 2026

What's Inside

• Who Can Apply
• Total Vacancies
• Salary Details
• Selection Process
• Exam Pattern
• Preparation Tips
• How to Apply
• Important Dates
• Career Growth
• FAQs

Sports Authority of India (SAI) is hiring 48 Performance Analysts — a rare and exciting opportunity to work at the heart of India's elite sports ecosystem. If you have a background in sports science, physiotherapy, nutrition, psychology, or related fields, this is your chance to support India's top athletes and build a permanent government career at Pay Level-6.

Detail	Information
Organization	Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Department	Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Post Name	Performance Analyst
Total Vacancies	48
Qualification	Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant Sports Science discipline
Age Limit	Up to 30 years (as on 10-02-2026)
Salary	Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400/month (Pay Level-6, 7th CPC)
Application Mode	Online
Application Start	10 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	09 March 2026
Selection Process	Computer-Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification
Official Website	sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in

Who Can Apply

Before you apply, check that you meet all the eligibility conditions. SAI has different qualification requirements depending on which discipline you are applying for.

Educational Qualification: You need a Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in the relevant sports science discipline. The specific qualification required varies by post (see vacancy table below). Desirable: 1 year of experience in a relevant sports science discipline — but this is not mandatory.

Age Limit: Your age should not exceed 30 years as on 10 February 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as shown below.

Category	Relaxation	Max Age After Relaxation
General / EWS	No relaxation	30 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 years	33 years
SC / ST	5 years	35 years
Ex-Servicemen	As per government rules	As per government rules

Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.

Posting: Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India.

Total Vacancies — Discipline-Wise Breakdown

SAI has advertised 48 Performance Analyst posts across 7 sports science disciplines. Here is the full breakdown:

Discipline	Vacancies
Physiotherapy	24
Strength & Conditioning	10
Psychology	4
Nutrition	4
Physiology	4
Biomechanics	1
Anthropometry	1
Total	48

Note: Physiotherapy has the highest number of vacancies at 24, making it the most accessible entry point for candidates from that background. Check the official notification PDF for category-wise (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) breakdowns within each discipline.

Salary Details

Here's the important part — what will you actually earn? SAI Performance Analysts are placed at Pay Level-6 under the 7th Pay Commission, which comes with a solid salary plus Central Government allowances.

Component	Amount
Basic Pay (starting)	Rs. 35,400/month
Basic Pay (maximum)	Rs. 1,12,400/month
DA (Dearness Allowance)	~55% of basic pay (current rate, revised periodically)
HRA (House Rent Allowance)	8% – 24% of basic pay (depends on city of posting)
TA (Transport Allowance)	As per Central Government rules
Other Benefits	Leave encashment, medical benefits, NPS (pension)
Estimated Gross Salary (starting)	~Rs. 55,000 – 60,000/month
Estimated Take-Home (starting)	~Rs. 48,000 – 52,000/month

Your actual take-home salary will be around Rs. 48,000 – 52,000/month at the starting basic pay of Rs. 35,400, after standard deductions like NPS contribution and income tax. Allowances are calculated as per 7th Pay Commission rules and vary based on your city of posting.

Application Fee: General / EWS / OBC — Rs. 2,000 | SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / Women — Rs. 1,500. Pay online via debit card, credit card, or net banking.

Selection Process

The selection for SAI Performance Analyst is simple and transparent — there is no interview. Here are the stages:

1. Stage 1 — Computer-Based Test (CBT): An objective MCQ test conducted online at designated exam centres across India.
2. Stage 2 — Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates need to present original certificates and documents for verification.

Final selection is based entirely on your CBT score. There is no interview round, which makes the process fair and transparent.

Exam Centres: Delhi, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Bhopal, Gandhinagar, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati, Imphal

Exam Pattern — SAI Performance Analyst CBT

The Computer-Based Test has 100 questions for 100 marks. You get 2 hours to complete it. There is negative marking, so be careful — every wrong answer costs you 0.25 marks.

Section	Topics	Marks
Section A — Common (for all disciplines)	Basic Sports Science	32
Section A — Common (for all disciplines)	General Sports Awareness	8
Section B — Discipline-Specific	Applied Sports Science (your chosen discipline)	40
Section C — Discipline-Specific	Case Studies (your chosen discipline)	20
Total		100

Parameter	Details
Total Questions	100 MCQs
Total Marks	100
Duration	2 hours (120 minutes)
Question Type	Multiple Choice (MCQ)
Negative Marking	0.25 marks per wrong answer
Mode	Computer-Based (Online)
Medium	English

Section A (40 marks) is common for all candidates regardless of their discipline. Sections B and C (60 marks combined) are specific to the discipline you apply for — Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Biomechanics, Psychology, Strength & Conditioning, Physiology, or Anthropometry.

Preparation Tips for SAI Performance Analyst Exam

• Download the official syllabus from sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in — SAI publishes a detailed syllabus covering all sections of the CBT. Know exactly what topics are covered in your discipline before you start studying.
• Section A carries 40 marks — do not underestimate Basic Sports Science and General Sports Awareness. These are common for all candidates and can be the deciding factor when scores are close.
• Sections B and C carry 60 marks — your discipline-specific knowledge (Applied Sports Science and Case Studies) is where the real score difference happens. Focus most of your time here.
• Case Studies (Section C, 20 marks) test applied thinking, not just theory. Practice applying your sports science knowledge to real-world athlete scenarios — this section rewards candidates who understand practical application.
• Manage your time carefully — you get 120 minutes for 100 questions, which is about 72 seconds per question. Practice completing mock tests within time to build speed.
• Watch out for negative marking — 0.25 marks are deducted per wrong answer. Attempt a question only if you are reasonably confident. Blind guessing will hurt your score.
• Stay updated on Indian sports news — General Sports Awareness (8 marks) may include current events in Indian and international sports. Follow sports news in the months leading up to the exam.

How to Apply

The application process is fully online. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Go to the official SAI website: sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in
2. Look for the Performance Analyst Recruitment 2026 notification link on the homepage or the Careers/Recruitment section.
3. Click on the Apply Online link and register with your email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and choose your discipline carefully.
5. Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents in the specified format and file size.
6. Pay the application fee online — Rs. 2,000 for General/EWS/OBC, Rs. 1,500 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women.
7. Review your application carefully before final submission. You cannot edit after submission.
8. Download and save the confirmation page / application number for future reference.

Last Date to Apply: 09 March 2026. Make sure you submit your application before this date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start Date	10 February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	09 March 2026
Age Limit Reckoning Date	10 February 2026
Admit Card / Exam Date	To be announced
Result	To be announced

Career Growth After Joining

This is a permanent government post under the Sports Authority of India, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. After joining, you will typically go through a probation period during which your performance is evaluated before confirmation in service.

After completing the probation period, you can move to higher pay levels through departmental promotions based on seniority and performance. As a central government employee, you will also benefit from the National Pension System (NPS), medical facilities, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and other Central Government service benefits.

Working as a Performance Analyst at SAI gives you direct exposure to India's elite athletes, national sports camps, and SAI training centres across the country — which is a unique professional advantage in the sports science field.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the salary of Performance Analyst in Sports Authority of India?

A. The salary for Performance Analyst in SAI is Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400/month as per Pay Level-6 under the 7th Pay Commission. The estimated take-home salary at the starting basic pay is approximately Rs. 48,000 – 52,000/month after allowances and standard deductions.

Q. What is the last date to apply for SAI Performance Analyst 2026?

A. The last date to apply for SAI Performance Analyst 2026 is 09 March 2026. You can apply online through the official SAI website at sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in.

Q. What is the age limit for SAI Performance Analyst 2026?

A. The maximum age limit is 30 years as on 10 February 2026. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation (up to 35 years) and OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation (up to 33 years).

Q. How many vacancies are there in SAI Performance Analyst 2026?

A. There are a total of 48 vacancies for Performance Analyst in Sports Authority of India 2026, spread across 7 disciplines: Physiotherapy (24), Strength & Conditioning (10), Psychology (4), Nutrition (4), Physiology (4), Biomechanics (1), and Anthropometry (1).

Q. What is the qualification needed for SAI Performance Analyst?

A. You need a Bachelor's or Master's degree in the relevant sports science discipline — such as Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Sports Psychology, Biomechanics, Physiology, Strength & Conditioning, or Anthropometry. Desirable: 1 year of experience in a relevant sports science field (not mandatory).

Q. Is there negative marking in the SAI Performance Analyst exam?

A. Yes, there is negative marking in the SAI Performance Analyst CBT. For every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted. Do not guess randomly — only attempt questions you are reasonably confident about.

Q. What is the exam pattern for SAI Performance Analyst 2026?

A. The exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) with 100 MCQs for 100 marks, to be completed in 2 hours. Section A (40 marks) covers Basic Sports Science and General Sports Awareness — common for all. Sections B and C (60 marks) are discipline-specific, covering Applied Sports Science and Case Studies.

Q. How to apply for SAI Performance Analyst 2026?

A. You can apply online by visiting the official SAI website at sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in. Register, fill in your details, upload documents, pay the application fee (Rs. 2,000 for General/EWS/OBC; Rs. 1,500 for SC/ST/Women/Ex-SM), and submit before 09 March 2026.

- Conduct scientific performance analysis for assigned athletes and sports disciplines - Collect, analyse, and interpret performance data using sports science tools and methodologies - Apply physiotherapy, nutrition, biomechanics, sports psychology, physiology, or strength and conditioning techniques as per discipline - Develop and implement athlete-specific performance improvement plans in coordination with coaches and support staff - Monitor athlete physical condition, recovery, and training loads on an ongoing basis - Maintain detailed records of athlete assessments, test results, and progress reports - Support athletes during national camps, training programmes, and competitions organised by SAI - Provide evidence-based recommendations to coaching staff to optimise training and competition performance - Coordinate with multi-disciplinary sports science teams at SAI training centres - Follow SAI guidelines, protocols, and ethical standards in all athlete interactions and data handling