Vacancies: 25 · Posts: 15 disciplines · Type: Regular · Mode: Offline · Fee: ₹500/₹250 · Apply: 21 Jul–20 Aug 2026 · Salary: Level-1 to Level-5 · Selection: Sports Trial + Marks · Location: Chittaranjan, West Bengal
With only 25 seats across archery, badminton, basketball, football, gymnastics, golf, swimming and shooting, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works has opened its Sports Quota drive for 2026-27 under Indian Railways. Applications are accepted offline from 21 July to 20 August 2026 (31 August for remote areas).
CLW, the production unit under the Ministry of Railways that manufactures electric locomotives, is recruiting active sportspersons into permanent Level-1, Level-2 and Level-5/4 posts. Achievements must be on or after 01 April 2024. Age limit is a strict 18–25 years as on 01 January 2026 with zero relaxation for any category.
This is a genuine Railway job with 7th CPC pay, NPS and the usual sports commitment of five years. Candidates who meet the exact sports norms and educational criteria for their level should treat the 20 August deadline seriously.
Who Should Apply?
- Graduate in any discipline → Archery (Women) Compound & Golf (Men) – Level-5/4 – 2 posts
- 12th pass / Matric + Act Apprenticeship or Diploma → Archery (Men/Women), Badminton (Women), Gymnastics (Men/Women), Shooting (Men) – Level-2 – 8 posts
- 10th pass / ITI / NAC (NCVT) → Archery (Men), Badminton (Men), Basketball (Men & Women), Football (Men), Swimming (Men & Women) – Level-1 – 15 posts
Indian nationals who are currently active players and have the required sports achievements on or after 01 April 2024 are eligible. No domicile restriction is mentioned. Serving government employees must apply through the proper channel.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Application Start | 21 July 2026 (10:00 hrs) |
| Last Date (General) | 20 August 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Last Date (Remote Areas & Abroad) | 31 August 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Sports Trial | To be notified |
| Document Verification | After trial |
Remote areas cover Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, J&K, Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, Lahaul & Spiti and Pangi sub-division of Chamba (HP).
Quick Overview – CLW Sports Quota 2026
- Organisation: Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW), Indian Railways
- Notification No.: GMA/Rectt.&MPP/Sports Quota/2026-2027 dated 20 July 2026
- Sector: Railways / Public Sector
- Total Vacancies: 25
- Job Location: Chittaranjan, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
- Official Website: clw.indianrailways.gov.in
- Last Date: 20 August 2026 (31 August for remote areas)
- Apply Offline: Prescribed format to the Chief Personnel Officer, CLW
- Notification PDF: Download CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 PDF
What Posts Are Available? – CLW Vacancy & Eligibility 2026
CLW is recruiting 25 sportspersons across eight sports. Level-1 posts form the bulk (15), followed by Level-2 (8) and Level-5/4 (2). Positions are specified for team sports.
Level-5/4 Posts (Graduate) – 2 posts
| Post / Discipline | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery (Women) – Compound | 01 | Graduate any discipline | Level-5/4 |
| Golf (Men) | 01 | Graduate any discipline | Level-5/4 |
Level-2 Posts (12th / Matric + Apprenticeship/Diploma) – 8 posts
| Post / Discipline | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery (Men) – Recurve | 01 | 12th or Matric + Act Apprenticeship / Diploma | Level-2 |
| Archery (Women) – Compound | 01 | 12th or Matric + Act Apprenticeship / Diploma | Level-2 |
| Badminton (Women) – Singles | 02 | 12th or Matric + Act Apprenticeship / Diploma | Level-2 |
| Gymnastics (Men) – All Round | 02 | 12th or Matric + Act Apprenticeship / Diploma | Level-2 |
| Gymnastics (Women) – All Round | 01 | 12th or Matric + Act Apprenticeship / Diploma | Level-2 |
| Shooting (Men) – 100 m Air Rifle / 50 m Prone / 50 m | 01 | 12th or Matric + Act Apprenticeship / Diploma | Level-2 |
Level-1 Posts (10th / ITI / NAC) – 15 posts
| Post / Discipline | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archery (Men) – Recurve | 01 | 10th / ITI / NAC | Level-1 |
| Badminton (Men) – Singles | 02 | 10th / ITI / NAC | Level-1 |
| Basketball (Men) – Power Forward / All Rounder / Point Guard | 04 | 10th / ITI / NAC | Level-1 |
| Basketball (Women) – Power Forward / All Rounder | 03 | 10th / ITI / NAC | Level-1 |
| Football (Men) – Striker / Stopper / Side Back | 03 | 10th / ITI / NAC | Level-1 |
| Swimming (Men) – Free Style | 01 | 10th / ITI / NAC | Level-1 |
| Swimming (Women) – Free Style | 01 | 10th / ITI / NAC | Level-1 |
Interpretation note: Basketball and Football together account for 10 of the 25 posts. Level-5/4 seats are limited to top international performers in Archery (Women) and Golf (Men). Candidates must match both the exact discipline/position and the educational level.
What Is the Age Limit?
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (as on 01/01/2026) |
|---|---|---|
| All categories (UR/OBC/SC/ST/PwBD) | 18 years | 25 years |
No age relaxation is allowed for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD or any other category.
Examples: ✅ A 24-year-old candidate born on 02 January 2001 — eligible (within 25-year limit as on 01 January 2026). ❌ A 26-year-old candidate born on 31 December 1999 — not eligible (exceeds maximum age by 1 year).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
What Is the Salary? – CLW Sports Quota 2026
Pay is as per the 7th CPC Railway matrix. Chittaranjan falls under a Z-class city (10% HRA).
| Level | Basic Pay | Approx. In-Hand (Z-class) |
|---|---|---|
| Level-1 (GP 1800) | ₹18,000 | ₹27,000–₹31,000/month |
| Level-2 (GP 1900) | ₹19,900 | ₹30,000–₹34,000/month |
| Level-5 (GP 2800) | ₹29,200 | ₹42,000–₹48,000/month |
| Level-4 (GP 2400) | ₹25,500 | ₹38,000–₹43,000/month |
Figures include current DA (~55%), 10% HRA and Transport Allowance, minus NPS (10%) and other standard deductions. Exact take-home varies with actual DA rate and any special allowances. Calculate precise figures with the 7th CPC Salary Calculator.
Selected candidates also receive Railway medical facilities, leave travel concession and the standard sports kit/allowance while representing CLW.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Women / Minorities / Economically Backward Classes | ₹250 |
| All other candidates | ₹500 |
Payment mode: Indian Postal Order or Demand Draft in favour of “PFA, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works” payable at Chittaranjan. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
How to Apply?
Application is strictly offline.
- Download the prescribed application format (Annexure ‘A’) from the official CLW website or the notification PDF.
- Fill the form in your own handwriting. Paste a recent passport-size photograph.
- Attach self-attested copies of: educational certificates, sports achievement certificates (on or after 01/04/2024), date of birth proof (Matric certificate), caste/PwBD/EWS certificate (if claiming fee concession), and fee receipt.
- Super-scribe the envelope: “APPLICATION AGAINST SPORTS QUOTA (OPEN ADVERTISEMENT & TALENT SCOUTING) RECRUITMENT FOR THE YEAR 2026-2027”
- Send by ordinary post or drop in the designated Drop Box so that it reaches on or before the closing date: Chief Personnel Officer, Administrative Building, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, P.O. Chittaranjan, District – Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal – 713331
Serving employees must route the application through the proper channel with NOC.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Sending the form without the exact superscription on the envelope.
- Attaching sports certificates older than 01 April 2024.
- Using a typed form instead of a handwritten.
- Missing the fee IPO/DD or making it payable at the wrong place.
- Applying for a Level that does not match your educational qualification.
CLW চিত্তরঞ্জন স্পোর্টস কোটা নিয়োগ ২০২৬ – ২৫ পদের জন্য অফলাইন আবেদন
চিত্তরঞ্জন লোকোমোটিভ ওয়ার্কস (CLW) ২০২৬-২৭ সালের জন্য স্পোর্টস কোটার অধীনে ২৫টি স্থায়ী পদে নিয়োগের বিজ্ঞপ্তি জারি করেছে। আবেদন শুধুমাত্র অফলাইনে গ্রহণ করা হবে। সাধারণ প্রার্থীদের শেষ তারিখ ২০ আগস্ট ২০২৬ এবং দূরবর্তী এলাকার প্রার্থীদের ৩১ আগস্ট ২০২৬।
কে আবেদন করতে পারবেন? ১৮ থেকে ২৫ বছর বয়সী সক্রিয় খেলোয়াড়রা আবেদন করতে পারবেন। কোনো বিভাগের জন্য বয়স শিথিলতা নেই। লেভেল-৫/৪ পদের জন্য স্নাতক, লেভেল-২ এর জন্য দ্বাদশ বা ম্যাট্রিক + অ্যাপ্রেন্টিসশিপ/ডিপ্লোমা এবং লেভেল-১ এর জন্য দশম বা আইটিআই প্রয়োজন। ০১ এপ্রিল ২০২৪ বা তার পরের ক্রীড়া অর্জন থাকতে হবে।
বেতন ও নির্বাচন ৭ম বেতন কমিশন অনুসারে লেভেল-১ থেকে লেভেল-৫ পর্যন্ত বেতন। নির্বাচন হবে স্পোর্টস ট্রায়াল (৪০ নম্বর), ক্রীড়া অর্জন মূল্যায়ন (৫০ নম্বর) এবং শিক্ষাগত যোগ্যতা (১০ নম্বর) এর ভিত্তিতে।
আবেদন কীভাবে করবেন? নির্ধারিত ফরম্যাট হাতে লিখে পূরণ করে প্রয়োজনীয় কাগজপত্র ও ফি সহ চিফ পার্সোনেল অফিসার, CLW, চিত্তরঞ্জন, পশ্চিম বর্ধমান, পিন-৭১৩৩৩১ ঠিকানায় পাঠাতে হবে। খামের উপরে নির্দিষ্ট শিরোনাম লিখতে হবে। বিস্তারিত জানতে clw.indianrailways.gov.in দেখুন।
How Are Candidates Selected?
Selection is purely merit-based on three components:
- Sports Trial – 40 marks (minimum 25 required to be declared “FIT”).
- Assessment of Sports Achievements – 50 marks.
- Educational Qualification – 10 marks.
Minimum aggregate required:
- Level-5/4 → 70 marks
- Level-2 → 65 marks
- Level-1 → 60 marks
Only candidates who clear the trial proceed to document verification and medical examination. Final panel is prepared on the basis of total marks. There is no written examination.
Sports norms (achievements on or after 01/04/2024) are strictly as per Railway Sports Promotion Board guidelines for each Level. Category-A (Olympics, World Cup, Asian Games etc.) performances are needed for Level-5/4; lower national and state representation suffice for Level-1 and Level-2.
Why Does CLW Chittaranjan Matter?
Chittaranjan Locomotive Works is one of the largest electric locomotive manufacturers under the Ministry of Railways. Located in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal, CLW produces high-horsepower locomotives that power Indian Railways’ freight and passenger operations.
Recruitment under Sports Quota allows outstanding sportspersons to join a central government production unit while continuing to represent the organisation in inter-Railway and national championships. Selected candidates become regular Railway employees with NPS, medical facilities and the usual service benefits. The trade-off is the mandatory five-year sports performance commitment and a two-year probation during which sporting form is closely monitored.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst’s Take
CLW’s 25-post Sports Quota is smaller than Central Railway’s recent 59-post drive and Northeast Frontier Railway’s 56-post notification, but it offers the advantage of a fixed production-unit posting at Chittaranjan rather than zone-wide transfers. Candidates who already train or live in eastern India will find logistics simpler.
Best fit: Active players in Basketball, Football, Badminton and Archery who hold the exact position/discipline listed and meet the educational cut-off for the corresponding Level. Those with recent national or Category-B achievements stand the best chance for Level-2 and above.
Who should skip: Anyone outside the 18–25 age window (no relaxation exists), players whose last medal is before 01 April 2024, or candidates who cannot travel to Chittaranjan for trials and are unwilling to serve a five-year sports bond.
Practical tip: Prepare the sports certificates and handwritten form at least ten days early. The Drop Box closes at 17:00 hrs on the last day; postal delays for remote candidates are already accounted for only up to 31 August.
What Documents Are Required?
- Filled handwritten application form (Annexure A) with photograph
- Matriculation certificate (date of birth proof)
- Educational qualification certificates (10th / 12th / Graduate / ITI / NAC as applicable)
- Sports achievement certificates issued by recognised federations (on or after 01/04/2024)
- Caste / PwBD / EWS / Minority / Economically Backward certificate (for fee concession)
- IPO or Demand Draft of the applicable fee
- NOC for serving government employees
- Two additional passport-size photographs
Originals will be verified at the time of trial/document verification.
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What Happens After Selection?
- Candidates declared FIT in the sports trial and placed in the merit panel receive call letters for document verification and medical examination.
- After successful DV and medical fitness, an appointment letter is issued for the allotted Level and post.
- Recruits undergo two years of probation. Sporting performance is assessed during this period.
- A five-year service bond linked to sports participation is required. Unsatisfactory sports performance can lead to extension of probation or termination.
- Posting is at Chittaranjan Locomotive Works. Selected sportspersons represent CLW in Railway championships and are expected to maintain competitive form.
- After successful probation and confirmation, the employee becomes a regular Railway servant under NPS with standard career progression available through departmental channels.
Contact & Helpline
Chief Personnel Officer, Administrative Building, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works P.O. Chittaranjan, Dist. Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal – 713331
Official website for updates: clw.indianrailways.gov.in
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Important Links – CLW Sports Quota 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Download CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2026-27 PDF |
| Official Website | Visit CLW Official Recruitment Page |
| Application Form | Available inside the official notification PDF (Annexure A) |
FAQs – CLW Chittaranjan Sports Quota Recruitment 2026
Q1: What is the last date to apply for CLW Sports Quota 2026?
A: 20 August 2026 (17:00 hrs) for general candidates. Candidates from remote areas and those residing abroad have time till 31 August 2026 (17:00 hrs). Late applications are not accepted.
Q2: What is the age limit for CLW Sports Quota?
A: 18 to 25 years as on 01 January 2026. No age relaxation is given to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD or any other category. Matriculation certificate is the only accepted proof of date of birth.
Q3: Is there an exam for CLW Sports Quota, or is it trial-based?
A: No written exam. Selection is based on Sports Trial (40 marks), assessment of sports achievements (50 marks) and educational qualification (10 marks). Minimum 25 marks in the trial are required to be declared FIT.
Q4: What is the salary of CLW Sports Quota posts?
A: Level-1 starts at basic ₹18,000 (in-hand roughly ₹27,000–31,000), Level-2 at ₹19,900 and Level-5/4 higher. Exact take-home depends on current DA and HRA at Chittaranjan (Z-class).
Q5: Can final-year students apply for CLW Sports Quota 2026?
A: No. You must possess the required educational certificate (10th / 12th / Graduate etc.) at the time of application. Result-awaited candidates are not eligible.
Q6: Is CLW Sports Quota a permanent government job?
A: Yes. Selected candidates are appointed as regular Railway employees under 7th CPC with NPS. They must, however, serve a five-year sports performance commitment.
Q7: Can candidates from other states apply for CLW Sports Quota?
A: Yes. The notification invites applications from Indian nationals. No West Bengal domicile is required.
Q8: Where will I be posted if selected in CLW Sports Quota?
A: At Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal. Posting is unit-specific rather than zone-wide.
Q9: Is there any bond or service agreement in CLW Sports Quota?
A: Yes. Candidates must give a five-year bond for sports participation. Performance is reviewed during the two-year probation. Unsatisfactory performance can lead to extended probation or termination.
Q10: What happens if my sports certificate is older than 01 April 2024?
A: The application will be rejected. Only achievements on or after 01 April 2024 are considered valid under the current notification.
Q11: What are the disadvantages of joining through Sports Quota in Railways?
A: Worth knowing before you apply: you must maintain competitive sports form for five years. Failure can affect confirmation. The age window is also narrower than normal Railway recruitments and carries no relaxation.
Q12: How does CLW Sports Quota compare with Central Railway Sports Quota 2026?
A: Central Railway offered 59 posts with online application. CLW has only 25 posts and is fully offline. CLW gives a fixed production-unit location; Central Railway involves possible transfers across the zone.
Q13: Is railway sports quota recruitment worth it for state-level players?
A: For genuine national or strong state medal winners in the listed disciplines, yes — it offers a permanent Railway job. Purely recreational players or those without recent certificates will not clear the trial or norms.
Final Checklist – Is This the Right Job for You?
- You are between 18 and 25 years as on 01 January 2026 (no relaxation).
- Your sports achievements are on or after 01 April 2024 and match the exact discipline/position.
- Your educational qualification matches the Level you are applying for.
- You can fill the form in handwriting and reach the postal address or Dropbox before the deadline.
- You are prepared for a five-year sports commitment and posting at Chittaranjan.
📄 Source: Official notification released by CLW on 20 July 2026. All details sourced from the CLW official notification PDF.
