| Board | RWFSA |
| State | All India |
| Qualification | Other |
| Salary | Group 'C' categories (Level-2 to Level-5) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 17 Oct 2026 |
All details on this page come from the official recruitment notification published by RWFSA (advertisement no. –) — posted . You can check the original notification PDF here. Where a detail is not mentioned in that notification, it is clearly marked as not specified.
The Rail Wheel Factory (RWF), under the Ministry of Railways, has announced recruitment for outstanding sports persons in Group 'C' categories through its Talent Scouting Scheme for the year 2026-27. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies for sports quota positions. Applications are invited from Indian citizens who meet the specified norms and have recognized sports achievements. The application process is offline, and interested candidates must submit their filled forms by the last date. This is an opportunity for sportspersons to join the Indian Railways. All details regarding eligibility, application procedure, and important dates are available in the official notification. The official notification holds the final and authoritative details for this recruitment.
Rail Wheel Factory (RWF), Ministry of Railways, is recruiting sports persons under the Talent Scouting Scheme for the year 2026-27. The recruitment is for Group 'C' categories, specifically targeting outstanding sports persons. Applications are to be submitted offline.
| Organisation | Rail Wheel Factory (Ministry of Railways) |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Scheme | Talent Scouting Scheme |
| Post Category | Group 'C' |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Year | 2026-27 |
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 03 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 17 October 2026 |
| Date of Field Trail | To be communicated |
The last date for submission of the filled application is 17 October 2026.
| Game | Position | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Cricket (Men) | All Rounder | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
A total of 01 vacancy is announced for the post of All Rounder in Cricket (Men).
Candidates must be Indian citizens and fulfil the norms as per the latest Railway Board Circulars / RSPB Circulars. Recognized sports achievements should be in the current and/or immediate previous one financial year. Outstanding sports achievements may be considered for relaxation in age and educational qualification, subject to Railway Board approval.
As per the official notification, candidates must meet the minimum educational qualification required for recruitment in the Railways, as per extant rules. Relaxation in educational qualification is permissible in exceptional cases for sports persons with outstanding sports achievements, subject to approval of the Railway Board.
The age limit for candidates is 18 to 25 years as on the date of the field trials. Lower and upper age relaxation is permissible in exceptional cases/for sports persons with outstanding sports achievements, subject to approval of the Railway Board.
As per the official notification.
The recruitment is for outstanding sports persons in Group 'C' categories, with pay scales ranging from Level-2 to Level-5.
Candidates fulfilling the norms will have to undergo a field trial at Rail Wheel Factory, Bangalore, at their own expense. Selection to the suitable post will be subject to meeting all requirements stipulated in the Railway Board circulars. The date of trials will be communicated, and candidates should be prepared to appear on short notice with all original documents and relevant sports gear.
As per the official notification, a field trial will be conducted. The exact date of the trials will be decided by RWF administration based on the availability of vacancies.
Interested and eligible sports persons can submit their application through Registered post or in person. The application should be sent to: Assistant Personnel Officer-I, Rail Wheel Factory (Indian Railways), Yelahanka, Bangalore - 560064.
Candidates are required to attach self-attested photocopies of the following:
Candidates must also bring all original documents and relevant sports gear for the field trial.
The official notification contains all the detailed information regarding this recruitment. Candidates are advised to read it carefully before applying.
Notification PDF → Click Here
This recruitment requires offline application. There is no online application link available.
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This recruitment information has been compiled from the official notification released by the Rail Wheel Factory Sports Association. The official notification is the final and authoritative document for all details related to this recruitment.