Rail Wheel Factory (RWF), a unit of the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, invites applications for recruitment of sports persons for the game of Cricket under Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the year 2025-26.

Rail Wheel Factory Sports Recruitment 2026 Overview

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an Indian citizen
• Should be a sports person with proven excellence in cricket
• Must meet the physical and medical fitness standards of Railways
• Must not have any criminal record
• Should be willing to serve Rail Wheel Factory for the committed period

Qualifications and Experience Required

Candidates applying for the Cricket position (Opener/Top Order Batsman) must have:

• Proven track record and experience at recognized cricket tournaments
• Technical competence in batting (specifically as opener or top-order batsman)
• Participation in domestic/state/national level cricket matches
• Physical fitness as per Railway standards
• Age and other criteria as specified in detailed notification

Selection Process

• Application submission and screening
• Field Trials: Shortlisted candidates will be called for field trials
• Date: March 3, 2026 (Tentative)
• Performance assessment during trials
• Medical examination
• Final merit list and selection

Important Dates

*Special Category for Extended Deadline: Residents of North Eastern States (Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim), Jammu & Kashmir, Lahaul & Spiti District and Pangi Sub-Division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep.

How to Apply

• Applications must be submitted in prescribed format (as per Annexure-I)
• Application format available at www.rwf.indianrailways.gov.in
• Fill all required details as per instructions
• Attach all supporting documents as specified
• Submit application before the closing date and time
• Applications received after the deadline will not be considered

Required Documents

• Duly filled application form (Annexure-I)
• Proof of citizenship and identity
• Educational qualifications certificates
• Sports achievements and medals certificates
• Experience certificates from recognized sports organizations
• Participation certificates in cricket tournaments
• Medical fitness certificate (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photographs
• Any other supporting documents relevant to cricket performance

Venue and Timing of Field Trials

The exact venue and timing details of field trials will be intimated in due course. Details will be displayed on the official website of Rail Wheel Factory: www.rwf.indianrailways.gov.in

Shortlisted candidates will be informed individually about the trial schedule.

Contact Information

Rail Wheel Factory
General Manager's Office, Personnel Department
Yelahanka, Bangalore - 560064

Website: www.rwf.indianrailways.gov.in

Notification No.: RWF/RC-101/996
Date: 30-01-2026

Important Notes

• This is recruitment against Sports Quota for the railway sports department
• Candidates selected will be expected to represent Rail Wheel Factory in cricket competitions
• Selected candidates will be offered employment as per Railway rules and regulations
• Field trials are tentatively scheduled for March 3, 2026
• Extended deadline applies only to candidates from specified North Eastern and special regions
• All candidates must be physically fit as per Railway medical standards
• Participation in field trials is mandatory for shortlisted candidates
• For any clarifications, candidates should refer to detailed notification on official website

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