SMC Honorary Coach Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online 8 Posts

Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has announced 8 vacancies for the Honorary Coach post on a contractual basis for a tenure of 11 months. The posts include Table Tennis Coach, Badminton Coach, Volleyball Coach, Kho-Kho Coach, Kabaddi Coach, Judo Coach, Karate Coach, and Gym Coach. Qualifications vary by post as specified in the official notification, with a maximum age limit of 50 years and a fixed monthly salary of Rs. 10,000 for applicable posts with no other allowances. Eligible candidates can apply online between 15 October 2026 11:00 AM and 24 October 2026 11:00 PM. The selection process consists of Document Verification followed by a Merit List.

SMC Honorary Coach at a Glance

Vacancy Details

The recruitment drive offers a total of 8 vacancies for various sports coaching positions at the newly constructed sports complex in Dindoli under the South Zone of Surat Municipal Corporation. Below is the post-wise vacancy distribution:

Who Can Apply

Candidates must possess the requisite qualifications and experience specified for the respective coaching discipline:

• Sports Qualification: NIS diploma or its equivalent degree, or Sports Authority of India (SAI) 6-month certificate course and at least one year of coaching experience. Alternatively, C.P.Ed./D.P.Ed./M.P.Ed. qualification and physical fitness as a physical training instructor. Alternatively, H.S.C. pass with participation at national/state level in the relevant sport or one year of coaching experience.
• Preference: Candidates who have won medals in national or state level tournaments for the concerned sport will be given preference during selection.

Pay and Tenure

Selected candidates will receive a fixed consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 10,000/- (Ten Thousand Rupees only). No other allowances, perks, or financial benefits of any other kind will be payable. The engagement is made on a contractual basis through the Standing Committee resolution for a fixed duration of 11 months.

SMC Honorary Coach Job Description

Coaches appointed under this recruitment will be responsible for conducting training sessions, imparting structured sports coaching, maintaining training discipline, and preparing teams for competitions at the newly constructed sports complex located at Dindoli in the South Zone of Surat Municipal Corporation.

How to Apply for SMC Honorary Coach

1. Visit the official Surat Municipal Corporation website at https://www.suratmunicipal.gov.in.
2. Complete the User Registration by entering your E-mail Address, Mobile Number, and the verification Captcha, then click Next.
3. Verify your mobile number by entering the OTP received.
4. Complete your account setup by entering your First Name, Last Name, and creating a password, then click Submit. Verify your email address via the verification link sent to your inbox and log in.
5. Fill out your personal details, educational qualifications, and experience details in the User Profile section.
6. Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in JPG/JPEG or PNG format (Photo size up to 150 KB, Signature size up to 50 KB).
7. Select the relevant sports coaching post under Apply Now, review all entered details carefully, and submit the application.
8. Save a printout of the final application form for your records and future verification.

Selection and Interview

The selection process is based on scrutiny of registered applications, verification of original documents, and meeting the required eligibility criteria and qualifications. Eligible candidates will be called for document verification and walk-in interview sessions. The exact schedule, date, and venue for document verification will be communicated via SMS to the candidate's registered mobile number.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Candidates must reach the designated venue for document verification or walk-in interviews at their own expense; no travel allowance or fares will be paid by Surat Municipal Corporation.
• At the time of document verification, candidates must produce all original educational certificates, mark sheets, registration certificates, experience certificates, and proof of identity along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
• If any document or information provided by the candidate is found to be false or fabricated at any stage, the application will be summarily rejected and legal action may follow.
• An applicant can submit only one application for a single post. In case of multiple applications for the same post, only the latest application will remain valid.
• Surat Municipal Corporation reserves the sole right and authority to modify, amend, or cancel this advertisement at any time without assigning any reasons.

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