BLW Varanasi Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27
🏆 BLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27
Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi, under Indian Railways, is recruiting talented sportspersons for 25 positions under the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the year 2026-27.
📋 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 25
- Basketball (Men): 6 Posts
- Volleyball (Men): 7 Posts
- Wrestling (Men): 4 Posts
- Handball (Men): 8 Posts
Pay Level Distribution:
- Pay Level-5: 2 Posts
- Pay Level-2: 8 Posts
- Pay Level-1: 15 Posts
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Pay Level 5: Graduation/Degree from a recognized university.
- Pay Level 2: 12th Pass (+2 stage) or equivalent.
- Pay Level 1: 10th Pass / ITI or equivalent.
Sports Qualification: Candidates must meet specific achievement norms (Category A, B, or C) based on the Pay Level they are applying for. Achievements must be from events held on or after 01.04.2024.
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 12.09.2026
- Application Closing Date: 12.10.2026
- Age Cut-off Date: 01.01.2027
🔞 Age Limit (as of 01.01.2027)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- Note: No age relaxation is provided for any community.
💰 Application Fee
- General Category: ₹400
- SC/ST/Ex-SM/PwBD/Minorities/EBC: ₹250
- Note: Fees are refundable for candidates who actually appear in the trials.
⚙️ Selection Process
Selection is based on a composite score of 100 marks:
- Sports Trials: 40 Marks (Minimum 25 required to be 'FIT')
- Sports Achievements: 50 Marks
- Educational Qualification: 10 Marks
Final Step: Medical Examination and a mandatory 5-year Service Bond.
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