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What this recruitment is about
RWF is recruiting for Sports Person with 15 advertised vacancies. The application deadline recorded for this recruitment is 24-08-26. Candidates should confirm the post-wise qualification, age, experience and category conditions before applying.
Post-wise opening
Vacancy and eligibility details
Eligibility at a glance
Can you apply?
- General/All candidates (except SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Minorities/EBC): Rs. 500/- (Refund of Rs. 400/- to those who actually appear in trials)
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Minorities/Economically Backward Classes (EBC): Rs. 250/- (Full refund to those who actually appear in trials)
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Important dates
Recruitment journey
Selection process
- 1Document Verification: All eligible candidates will be called for document verification. Candidates must produce originals of all documents pertaining to educational qualification, caste, sports achievements, date of birth, minority/income certificate, and proof of identity (PAN Card, Aadhar Card, Driving Licence, etc.).
- 2Field Trials: Candidates will undergo sports trials. Only candidates securing 25 or more marks out of 40 (for game skill, physical fitness, and coach’s observations) shall be declared FIT and assessed for the next stage. Candidates declared UNFIT will not be assessed further.
- 3Assessment of Sports Achievements: Recognized sports achievements as per norms will be assessed for marks.
- 4Educational Qualification Assessment: Marks will be awarded for educational qualification.
- 5Level-2 (GP 1900): 65 Marks
- 6Level-1 (GP 1800): 60 Marks
Application guide
How to apply
- Download the notification and application form (Annexure-I) from the Rail Wheel Factory website: www.rwf.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Print the application form on good quality white A-4 (210 x 297 mm) size paper.
- Fill in the required information in your own handwriting using blue ballpoint pen. The application should be filled in English or Hindi only.
- Affix one recent passport size photo (4 cm x 5 cm), preferably not older than 3 months, on the application form. Do not attest the photograph.
- Sign at the prescribed places and provide Left Thumb Impression (LTI) clearly.
- Indicate two marks of physical identification in the application form.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required certificates: Date of Birth, Educational Qualification, Sports Achievements, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Minority/EBC Income Certificate (if applicable).
- Attach the Examination Fee in the form of crossed Indian Postal Order (IPO) or Demand Draft drawn in favour of Principal Financial Adviser (PFA), Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka, Bangalore-560 064, payable at Bangalore.
- Write your name and full address on the IPO/DD.
- Write on the top of the sealed envelope: “Application against Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) dated 25.07.2026 – Recruitment for the year 2026-27”.
- Send the application by post to: The Assistant Personnel Officer, Personnel Department, Rail Wheel Factory (Ministry of Railways), Administrative Building, Yelahanka, Bangalore 560064. Alternatively, drop the application in the Drop Box at the Personnel Department office on the 2nd Floor of the above address.
- Candidates applying for more than one game/event must submit separate applications with separate Examination Fee.
Documents and additional conditions
Sports Achievements Period: Recognized sports achievements should be in the current and/or immediate previous two financial years (on or after 01.04.2024). The concluding day of the championship/event shall be taken into account for validity. No Reservation: No post is exclusively reserved for any community such as SC/ST/OBC. Service Bond: Persons recruited against Sports Quota shall serve a bond period of 5 years. They can participate in professional Games/Leagues only with prior sanction of the Government. Probation Period: All candidates appointed through sports quota will undergo a probation period of 2 years. Unsatisfactory performance may lead to extension of probation or termination. Sports Performance Obligation: Candidates selected through sports quota must perform in their field of sports for a minimum period of 5 years. Typing Skill (Junior Clerk/Accounts Clerk): Sportspersons recruited as Junior Clerk/Accounts Clerk must pass the requisite type-writing test within 4 years of appointment. Failure to do so will result in withholding of regular increments. Medical Examination: The sportsperson shall fulfil the minimum medical norms for the post for which he/she is being appointed. No TA/DA: No travel allowance or daily allowance will be provided for appearing in selection/document verification/trials. Candidates must bring their own kit and make their own arrangements for stay (2-3 days may be required). SC/ST Travel: SC/ST candidates are eligible for free rail travel in second class for attending sports document verification/trials/next stage. Kabaddi (Men): Weight for Men must be below 85 kgs at the time of Trial. Contact: Assistant Personnel Officer, Personnel Department, Rail Wheel Factory, Administrative Building, Yelahanka, Bangalore 560064. Phone: 080-28072622. Anti-Canvassing: Canvassing in any form shall disqualify the candidature. RWF has not appointed any agent or coaching centre. Report any fraudulent claims to the Chief Vigilance Officer, Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka, Bangalore-560 064. Vacancies are provisional and may decrease or become NIL depending on actual needs of the Railway Administration.
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qualification DetailsOfficial document
Badminton (Men) - Singles: 10th Pass + NAC (NCVT) in relevant Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engg. Trades OR 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trades OR 10th Pass (with 2 years training); Junior Clerk/Accounts Clerk: 12th Pass; Badminton (Women): 10th Pass + NAC (NCVT) in relevant Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engg. Trades OR 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trades OR 10th Pass (with 2 years training); Junior Clerk/Accounts Clerk: 1
age LimitOfficial document
Badminton (Men) - Singles: 18-25 years as on 01.01.2027 (Born between 02.01.2002 to 01.01.2009); Badminton (Women): 18-25 years as on 01.01.2027 (Born between 02.01.2002 to 01.01.2009); Table Tennis (Men) - Singles: 18-25 years as on 01.01.2027 (Born between 02.01.2002 to 01.01.2009); Table Tennis (Women): 18-25 years as on 01.01.2027 (Born between 02.01.2002 to 01.01.2009); Cricket (Men) - Batsman: 18-25 years as on
application FeeOfficial document
General/All candidates (except SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Minorities/EBC): Rs. 500/- (Refund of Rs. 400/- to those who actually appear in trials); SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Minorities/Economically Backward Classes (EBC): Rs. 250/- (Full refund to those who actually appear in trials)
salaryOfficial document
Badminton (Men) - Singles: Level-2, GP 1900 (7th CPC); Badminton (Women): Level-2, GP 1900 (7th CPC); Table Tennis (Men) - Singles: Level-2, GP 1900 (7th CPC); Table Tennis (Women): Level-2, GP 1900 (7th CPC); Cricket (Men) - Batsman: Level-2, GP 1900 (7th CPC); Hockey (Men) - Mid Fielder: Level-2, GP 1900 (7th CPC); Hockey (Men) - Forward: Level-1, GP 1800 (7th CPC); Football (Men) - Defender: Level-1, GP 1800 (7th
selection ProcessOfficial document
Document Verification: All eligible candidates will be called for document verification. Candidates must produce originals of all documents pertaining to educational qualification, caste, sports achievements, date of birth, minority/income certificate, and proof of identity (PAN Card, Aadhar Card, Driving Licence, etc.).; Field Trials: Candidates will undergo sports trials. Only candidates securing 25 or more marks o
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