Great chance for outstanding cricketers! Rail Wheel Factory (RWF), Bangalore (Ministry of Railways) has released recruitment under Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the year 2025-26. This is specifically for 1 post in Cricket (Men) – Opener / Top Order Batsman.
This is a secure railway job in a prestigious production unit with good pay, allowances, pension, free travel passes, and the opportunity to play for railway teams. Perfect for national/state-level cricket achievers!
Applications are offline only – last date 19 February 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs). Apply soon!
Key Highlights of RWF Sports Quota 2025-26
- Total Vacancies: 01
- Post Name: Sports Person (Cricket – Men)
- Position: Opener / Top Order Batsman
- Pay Scale (7th CPC): Pay Level-2 (Grade Pay ₹1,900) – Starting basic pay ₹19,900 + DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, etc. In-hand salary approx. ₹30,000–₹45,000 initially.
- Job Location: Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka, Bangalore – 560064.
Important Dates Table (Latest as of February 2026)
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 30 January 2026 |
| Application Start | Immediately after notification |
| Last Date to Apply (Receipt) | 19 February 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Last Date for Far-Flung Areas | 26 February 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Trials / Selection | To be announced (shortlisted informed) |
Note: No online mode – send by ordinary post only.
Eligibility Criteria – Easy Check
- Educational Qualification (for Technician Grade-III equivalent post):
- 10th Pass + National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT in relevant Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering trades, OR
- 10th Pass + ITI in relevant Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering trades.
- Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026):
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 25 years
- No age relaxation mentioned for categories in this quota (check full notification).
- Sports Achievements:
- Must be an outstanding sportsperson with recognized achievements in Cricket (Men) – assessed during trials (national/state/university level medals preferred).
- Represented in recognized tournaments as per Railway Sports norms.
Vacancy Breakdown Table
| Sports Discipline | Event / Position | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Cricket (Men) | Opener / Top Order Batsman | 01 |
| Total | – | 01 |
Selection Process (Step-by-Step)
- Shortlisting based on application & sports certificates.
- Trials (Game skill, physical fitness, coach’s observations) – 40 marks.
- Assessment of Sports Achievements (as per norms) – 50 marks.
- Educational Qualification – 10 marks.
- Total: 100 marks. Trials are decisive.
- Document Verification & Medical.
Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹500/- + service charges
- SC/ST/Women/Minorities/EBC: ₹250/- + service charges
- Payment: Online (Payment Gateway) – Attach proof with application.
How to Apply Offline (Simple Steps)
- Download the prescribed application form from the official notification PDF (Annexure-I).
- Fill in your own handwriting on A-4 size paper.
- Affix recent passport-size photograph & sign.
- Attach self-attested copies of:
- Educational certificates/mark sheets
- Sports achievement certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Proof of fee payment
- Age proof, etc.
- Put in an envelope superscribed: “Application against Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) dated 30.01.2026 recruitment for the year 2025-26”.
- Send by ordinary post only to: The Assistant Personnel Officer-IV, Personnel Department, Rail Wheel Factory (Ministry of Railways), Administrative Building, Yelahanka, Bangalore – 560064.
- No hand delivery or other modes.
Tip: Use Registered/Speed Post for safety. Keep copies of everything.
Important Official Links (Must Bookmark!)
- Official RWF Website: https://rwf.indianrailways.gov.in/ (main portal for notifications)
- Detailed Notification PDF (with Application Form): Download from https://rwf.indianrailways.gov.in/uploads/uploads/Notification%20for%20Sports%20Quota%20recruitment-2025-26.pdf (or search “Sports Quota” on RWF site)
- Recruitments Section: https://rwf.indianrailways.gov.in/view_section.jsp?id=0,295,405,798&lang=0 (check for updates)
- For queries: Contact Personnel Department, RWF Bangalore (details in notification).
This is a rare single-vacancy opportunity for a talented opener/top-order batsman to join Indian Railways through sports quota – stable career + continue cricket! If you have strong cricket credentials and meet eligibility, apply before 19 February 2026.
Questions about form filling, required certificates, or trial prep? Comment below. All the best – bat strong and get that railway job!
