SDAT Tamil Nadu Coach Recruitment 2026 Notification Has Published. SDAT offers 30 regular coach positions. The registration has started on 05 January 2026. Through this recruitment Coaches will recruit across disciplines like Athletics, Weightlifting, Kabaddi, Basketball, Archery, Boxing, Fencing, Judo, Table Tennis, Tennis, Gymnastics, Hockey, Swimming, and Diving, plus 4 differently abled coach posts in Badminton, Powerlifting, Wheelchair Fencing, and Badminton.
Sports DAT Coaches Application Form 2026: Important Dates
SDAT Application Open – 05 January 2026
SDAT Application Closing Date – 25 January 2026
Vacancy Breakdown: Sports Development Authority Vacancies 2026
Regular coach vacancies total 30 across 14 disciplines, emphasizing Olympic and priority sports.
Differently abled posts focus on inclusive sports with 4 openings.
Sports DAT Vacancies 2026: Tamil Nadu
Check the total vacancies announced for the various discipline of sports in Sports Development Authority Tamil Nadu.
| S. No | Discipline | Total Vacancy |
| 1 | Archery | 1 |
| 2 | Athletics | 4 |
| 3 | Badminton | 1 |
| 4 | Basketball | 1 |
| 5 | Boxing | 1 |
| 6 | Canoeing and Kayaking | 1 |
| 7 | Cycling | 2 |
| 8 | Fencing | 2 |
| 9 | Football | 1 |
| 10 | Gymnastics | 1 |
| 11 | Hockey | 1 |
| 12 | Judo | 1 |
| 13 | Kabaddi | 2 |
| 14 | Para – Athletics | 1 |
| 15 | Para – Badminton | 1 |
| 16 | Para – Powerlifting | 1 |
| 17 | Swimming | 2 |
| 18 | Swimming – Diving | 1 |
| 19 | Table Tennis | 1 |
| 20 | Taekwondo | 2 |
| 21 | Tennis | 1 |
| 22 | Volleyball | 1 |
| 23 | Weightlifting | 3 |
| 24 | Wheel Chair Fencing | 1 |
| Total | 34 |
SDAT: Differently abled posts focus on inclusive sports with 4 openings.
| Discipline | Vacancies |
| AthleticsWeightliftingKabaddiBasketballArcheryBoxing | |
| Total | 4 |
Applications opened on January 26, 2025, at 10:26 PM and closed on February 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM via www.sdat.tn.gov.in.
SDAT Notification 2026 PDF: Sports Development Authority Tamil Nadu
- The Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) issued this recruitment under Notification No. DIPR07/Display/2026 for meritorious sportspersons registered with Employment Exchange.
- Pay level stands at Rs. 35,600 – 1,30,800 (Level 12) for all posts.
- Full criteria and details link to the official SDAT site.
SDAT Eligibility Criteria 2026
To apply online for SDAT for Sports Various Disciplines you must have:
- Diploma/Certificate in Sports Coaching (min. 10 months) from NIS Patiala.
- PG Diploma from TNPESU Chennai or LNIPE
- Qualification matches applied discipline/sub-discipline
| Conclusion – Candidates need a diploma or PG diploma in sports coaching from NIS, SAI, or Tamil Nadu Physical Education University, plus medal-winning performance in the discipline. Employment Exchange registration is mandatory, prioritizing ex-sportspersons. |
SDAT Coaches 2026: Document Upload
Below the list of Upload scan document at the time of registration process:
- Passport size photograph.
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card / Passport / Electoral Photo ID Card / Driving License only).
- 10th mark sheet.
- 12th mark sheet.
- Community Certificate from competent authority.
- Special Category certificate (if applicable).
- UG / PG degree certificate.
- NIS Diploma certificate.
- Experience certificates / Pay slip / IT returns.
- Medal certificates.
SDAT Application Process 2026: Step by Step Apply
Submit online only at www.sdat.tn.gov.in from 26/01/2025 10:26 PM to 05/02/2025 5:00 PM. Upload photo ID, certificates; no fee mentioned for eligible exchanges.
- Go to www.sdat.tn.gov.in or careers.sdat.in; locate “Coach Recruitment” notification.
- Click “Apply/Login”; enter Full Name, select Discipline (e.g., Athletics, Boxing), provide Email and Mobile for OTP verification.
- Input Email OTP, then Mobile OTP; confirm details before proceeding
- Enter personal details, educational qualifications, sports achievements, Employment Exchange number.
- Attach photo, signature, diploma certificates (NIS/SAI/TNPESU), medal proofs, Exchange card (PDF/JPG, <2MB each).
SDAT Salary & Benefits 2026
All positions offer Level 12 pay scale: Rs. 35,600 – 1,30,800, with DA, HRA, and sports incentives typical for SDAT coaches. Career growth includes promotions based on performance
FAQs – SDAT Couches Recruitment 2026
Applications opened on 26/01/2025 at 10:26 PM and closed on 05/02/2025 at 5:00 PM via www.sdat.tn.gov.in. Check official site for extensions.
Total 34 vacancies: 30 regular coaches across 20 disciplines and 4 differently abled posts (Para Athletics, Para Badminton, Para Powerlifting, Wheelchair Fencing).
Athletics (4), Weightlifting (3), Cycling (2), Fencing (2), Kabaddi (2), Swimming (2), Taekwondo (2) lead with highest vacancies.
Para-Athletics (1), Para-Badminton (1), Para-Powerlifting (1), Wheelchair Fencing (1)—total 4 inclusive sports coaching posts.
Yes, medal-winning performance at National/International level in the discipline; scores up to 25 marks in selection.