3rd Rajasthan State Inter-District Civil Services Kabaddi Tournament 2026-27
The Government of Rajasthan has officially announced the organization of the 3rd Rajasthan State Inter-District Civil Services Kabaddi (Men) Tournament 2026-27. This prestigious sports event will be held under the supervision of the Department of Personnel (Sports Cell) and coordinated by the District Collector of Shri Ganganagar. The tournament is scheduled to take place from 10th October 2026 to 12th October 2026.
๐ Objective of the Tournament
The primary aim of this Kabaddi tournament is to encourage sportsmanship, discipline, and team spirit among government employees working across different districts of Rajasthan. It also seeks to promote physical fitness, unity, and inter-departmental cooperation through competitive sports.
๐๏ธ Venue and Dates
- Venue: Shri Ganganagar District
- Dates: 10th October 2026 โ 12th October 2026
- Organizing Authority: District Collector, Shri Ganganagar
- Supervision: Department of Personnel, Government of Rajasthan
๐ฅ Participation Eligibility
๐ ๏ธ Essential Tools
Only regularly appointed officers and employees working in government departments are eligible to participate. The following categories are not eligible for participation:
- Employees of corporations, boards, and autonomous institutions
- Contractual staff
- Daily wage workers
- Police department belt-wearing officers/employees
- Officers/employees working on deputation or temporary charge
๐ Application Process
Interested officers and employees must submit their applications through their respective department heads or administrative officers. The applications should be forwarded to the Sports Officer, Secretariat Jaipur via email at aicsraj@gmail.com before 14th August 2026.
The application must be submitted in the prescribed format including details such as:
- Name of the officer/employee
- Designation
- Department/Office name
- Mobile number
- Employee ID
- Email ID
Applications submitted after the deadline, without proper forwarding, or in unclear format will be automatically rejected.
๐ Teams Participating
A total of 42 teams will participate in the tournament, representing each district of Rajasthan along with the Jaipur Headquarters team. Some of the key teams include:
- Ajmer
- Alwar
- Bikaner
- Jaipur
- Jodhpur
- Udaipur
- Kota
- Shri Ganganagar
- Jaipur Headquarters
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ฆ Number of Players
Each team will consist of 12 male players and 1 manager, making a total of 13 members per team. With 42 teams participating, the total number of participants will be 546.
๐ฝ Sports Kit and Flag
Each district team will be provided with a full track suit, shorts, and T-shirt/vest along with their district flag. The team name and chest number must be printed on the sports kit as per the rules.
๐ข Promotion and Publicity
The District Collectors and departments are instructed to ensure wide publicity of the tournament through:
- Official circulars
- Newspapers
- SMS, Email, and WhatsApp messages
- Departmental websites
โ๏ธ Rules and Regulations
- Matches will be conducted as per national-level Kabaddi rules.
- All matches will be played on a league-cum-knockout basis.
- Refereeโs decision will be final.
- Teams failing to report within 15 minutes of the scheduled time will forfeit the match.
- Players can participate in only one sport; participation in multiple sports will lead to disqualification.
- Disciplinary violations may result in suspension or removal from the tournament.
- Protests against referee decisions must be submitted within 30 minutes along with a fee of โน500.
๐๏ธ Facilities and Benefits
Government employees participating in the tournament will be entitled to:
- Special Casual Leave (Sports)
- TA/DA allowances as per government rules
- Certificates, awards, and mementos for winners and participants
๐จโโ๏ธ Organizing Committee Responsibilities
The organizing committee led by the District Collector of Shri Ganganagar will ensure:
- Opening and closing ceremonies
- Arrangements for tents, microphones, and seating
- Provision of certificates, awards, and souvenirs
- Accommodation and hospitality for teams
- Sports equipment and ground arrangements
- Appointment of qualified referees
- Submission of progress reports to the Chief Secretary, Government of Rajasthan
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) โ Rajasthan State Inter-District Civil Services Kabaddi Tournament 2026-27
1. What is the Rajasthan State Inter-District Civil Services Kabaddi Tournament?
It is a state-level Kabaddi competition organized by the Government of Rajasthan for civil service employees. The 3rd edition will be held in Shri Ganganagar from 10th October to 12th October 2026.
2. Who can participate in the tournament?
Only regularly appointed government officers and employees are eligible. Employees from corporations, boards, autonomous institutions, contractual staff, daily wage workers, and police belt-wearing staff are not allowed.
3. How many teams will participate?
A total of 42 teams will participate, representing each district of Rajasthan along with the Jaipur Headquarters team.
4. How many players are allowed in each team?
Each team will consist of 12 male players and 1 manager, making a total of 13 members per team.
5. What is the deadline for submitting applications?
Applications must be submitted by 14th August 2026 through the respective department heads or administrative officers.
6. Where should applications be sent?
Applications should be forwarded to the Sports Officer, Secretariat Jaipur via email at aicsraj@gmail.com.
7. What details are required in the application form?
The application must include:
- Full Name
- Designation
- Department/Office name
- Mobile number
- Employee ID
- Email ID
8. What happens if the application is unclear or late?
Applications that are unclear, not forwarded properly, not in PDF format, or submitted after the deadline will be automatically rejected.
9. What facilities will be provided to participants?
Participants will receive:
- Special Casual Leave (Sports)
- TA/DA allowances as per government rules
- Sports kits (track suit, shorts, T-shirt/vest)
- Certificates, awards, and mementos
10. What are the rules of the tournament?
The tournament will follow national-level Kabaddi rules. Matches will be played on a league-cum-knockout basis, and the refereeโs decision will be final.
11. Can a player participate in more than one sport?
No. Each participant can play in only one sport. If found participating in multiple sports, the team will be disqualified.
12. What is the protest procedure?
If a player or team disagrees with a refereeโs decision, they can file a protest within 30 minutes of the match by depositing a fee of โน500. The organizing committeeโs decision will be final.
13. Who is responsible for organizing the tournament?
The District Collector of Shri Ganganagar will be the chief organizer, supported by the Department of Personnel, Government of Rajasthan.
14. How will the tournament be promoted?
Promotion will be done through official circulars, newspapers, SMS, emails, WhatsApp messages, and departmental websites.
15. Will referees be provided?
Yes. Qualified referees will be appointed from local associations and the education department. They will receive an honorarium of โน300 per day.
16. What happens if a team fails to report on time?
If a team does not report within 15 minutes of the scheduled time, the opponent will be declared the winner by walkover.
17. What documents are required for players?
Each participant must carry a passport-size photo ID card certified by their controlling officer. Without this, they will not be allowed to play.
18. Who will provide the sports kits?
The District Collector of each district will provide the sports kits and flags for their respective teams.
19. Will accommodation be provided?
Yes. The organizing committee will arrange accommodation and hospitality for all participating teams.
20. What is the significance of this tournament?
This tournament promotes unity, discipline, fitness, and teamwork among government employees across Rajasthan, making it a vital part of the stateโs civil services sports culture.
๐ Conclusion
The 3rd Rajasthan State Inter-District Civil Services Kabaddi Tournament 2026-27 is not just a sports event but a celebration of unity, discipline, and teamwork among government employees. With participation from all districts and Jaipur Headquarters, the tournament promises to be a grand sporting spectacle in Shri Ganganagar. It will strengthen the spirit of sportsmanship and foster healthy competition among civil servants of Rajasthan.
