**Executive Summary**
The document is a notification from the Sports Authority of Gujarat, published in the Gujarat Government Gazette on November 13, 2025. It establishes regulations for the recruitment of District Sports Administrative Officers under the Sports Authority of Gujarat. These regulations, effective from the date of their publication, outline eligibility criteria, selection processes, and other requirements for the position.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **General Information**
* These regulations are called the District Sports Administrative Officer, under the Sports Authority of Gujarat, Recruitment Regulations, 2025.
* The regulations come into force upon publication in the Official Gazette.
* **Appointment and Eligibility**
* Appointment to the post will be by direct selection.
* Candidates must not be more than 38 years of age, with possible age relaxation for government employees and those from reserved categories, as per the Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 1967.
* Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
* Candidates must have three years of administration experience in Government/Local Bodies/Government Undertaking/Board/Corporation or participation at recognised International level sporting competition in the identified sports discipline of Olympics.
* Candidates must possess basic computer knowledge as per the Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 1967, and adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
* **Post-Appointment Requirements**
* Appointed candidates will be on probation for two years.
* During probation, they must pass the qualifying computer knowledge examination as per the Gujarat Civil Services Rules, 2006.
* They must pass an examination in Hindi or Gujarati, as prescribed by the Government.
* They must undergo prescribed training and pass associated examinations.
* They must furnish a security and surety bond, as prescribed by the Government.
* Appointed candidates will be employees of the Sports Authority of Gujarat and not considered state government employees.
* **Interpretation of Regulations**
* Any questions regarding the interpretation of these regulations shall be referred to the Secretary to the Government, Finance Department, whose decision will be final.
**Impact Analysis**
**Sports Authority of Gujarat**
* **Impact:** The Sports Authority of Gujarat is responsible for implementing and adhering to these regulations when recruiting District Sports Administrative Officers.
* **Action Required:** The Sports Authority of Gujarat needs to ensure that the recruitment process aligns with the specified criteria and procedures.
**Applicants/Candidates**
* **Impact:** Individuals interested in applying for the District Sports Administrative Officer position are directly affected by the eligibility criteria, selection process, and post-appointment requirements outlined in the regulations.
* **Action Required:** Prospective candidates must carefully review the regulations to determine if they meet the eligibility criteria and prepare accordingly for the selection process.
**Government of Gujarat**
* **Impact:** The Government of Gujarat's Finance Department is responsible for providing the final interpretation of the regulations in case of any ambiguity.
* **Action Required:** The Government's Finance Department needs to be prepared to address any interpretation-related queries and make final decisions on the matter.
Key Entities Referenced
Sports Authority of Gujarat: The primary entity responsible for the regulations and recruitment process outlined in the notification.
District Sports Administrative Officer: The position being regulated for recruitment under the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
District Sports Administrative Officer, under the Sports Authority of Gujarat, Recruitment Regulations, 2025: The title of the regulations themselves, governing the recruitment of the District Sports Administrative Officer.
Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967: Referenced rules affecting age limits, reservations, and computer knowledge requirements for the position.
Gujarat Civil Services Computer Competency Training and Examination Rules, 2006: Rules specifying the computer knowledge examination required during the probation period.