Advertisement Numbers: CLW/572/2025 Application Last Date: 20-Sep-2025 Post Names: Badminton (Women) – Doubles, Archery (Women) – Compound , Basketball (Women) – Centre & Power Forward, and many more.
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Advertisement Number: CLW/572/2025
Application Start Date: August 29, 2025
Application Deadline: September 20, 2025 (Standard), October 03, 2025 (Remote Areas)
Total Vacancies: 12
Post Name(s): Badminton (Women) – Doubles, Archery (Women) – Compound Basketball (Women) – Centre & Power Forward, Gymnastic (Women) – All Round Apparatus, Golf (Men), Athletic (Women) – 1500 mtr., Cricket (Men) – Pace Bowler & Right Hand Off Spinner, Football (Men) – Left Winger & Defender
Location: Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal (Applications from across India)
About Chittaranjan Locomotive Works
CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 is a drive for Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW), an esteemed production unit under Indian Railways. has released an employment notice for the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025. This special recruitment drive seeks to induct talented sportspersons into its workforce. It presents a unique opportunity for individuals to build a career while continuing their passion for sports.
Vacancy Details – Apply online for Chittaranjan Locomotive Works Sports Quota Recruitment
The CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 aims to fill 12 vacancies across various sports disciplines and pay levels. Candidates can check the breakdown of posts along with their respective salary levels and specific requirements below.
| Name of the Post (7th CPC Level) | Sports Discipline / Event / Position | Number of Vacancies | Monthly Salary (6th CPC Grade Pay Indicator) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level-5 | Badminton (Women) – Doubles | 02 | GP ₹2800 |
| Level-2 | Archery (Women) – Compound | 01 | GP ₹1900 |
| Level-2 | Basketball (Women) – Centre & Power Forward | 02 | GP ₹1900 |
| Level-2 | Gymnastic (Women) – All Round Apparatus | 01 | GP ₹1900 |
| Level-1 | Golf (Men) | 01 | GP ₹1800 |
| Level-1 | Athletic (Women) – 1500 mtr. | 01 | GP ₹1800 |
| Level-1 | Cricket (Men) – Pace Bowler & Right Hand Off Spinner | 02 | GP ₹1800 |
| Level-1 | Football (Men) – Left Winger & Defender | 02 | GP ₹1800 |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
Eligibility Criteria
Interested candidates for the Chittaranjan Locomotive Works Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 must fulfill specific educational qualifications and sports achievement criteria. All achievements must be on or after April 01, 2023.
Educational Qualification
- Level-5 (GP ₹2800/-): You need a Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Level-2 (GP ₹1900/-): Candidates should have passed Higher Secondary (12th) or 10+2, or an equivalent examination. Alternatively, Matriculation with a Course Completed Act Apprenticeship, or a Diploma from a recognized institution is also acceptable.
- Level-1 (GP ₹1800/-): A Secondary (10th) pass or an equivalent examination is required. Candidates holding an ITI certificate or a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT are also eligible.
Age Limit
For the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025, applicants must meet the following age requirements:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years. The age will be reckoned as on January 01, 2026. Notably, no age relaxation applies for any category, including SC/ST/OBC/PwBDs, in this specific recruitment drive.
Sports Eligibility Norms
Sportspersons applying for the Chittaranjan Locomotive Works Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 must demonstrate specific achievements:
- Level-5 (GP ₹2800/-): Represented the Country in Olympic Games (Senior category) OR secured at least the 3rd position in any Category-B Championships/Events (e.g., World Cup, World Championships, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games).
- Level-2 (GP ₹1900/-): Represented the Country in any Category-B Championships/Events, OR secured at least the 3rd position in any Category-C Championships/Events (e.g., Commonwealth Championships, Asian Championships, SAF Games). Alternatively, achieved at least 3rd position in Senior/Youth/Junior National Championships, National Games (IOA), All India Inter University Championship, or 1st position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior category).
- Level-1 (GP ₹1800/-): Represented the Country in any Category-C Championships/Events OR secured at least the 3rd position in Federation Cup Championships (Senior category). Candidates who represented a State or equivalent unit with at least 8th position in Senior National Championships (excluding Marathon and Cross country) are also eligible.
Application Fee
The application fee for the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 is detailed below:
- General / OBC / EWS candidates must pay ₹500.
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Minorities and Economically Backward Classes are required to pay ₹250.
- You must submit the fee via a Bank Demand Draft (DD). This DD should be drawn in favor of “PFA, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works” and payable at Chittaranjan.
- Note: The application fee is non-refundable once paid, regardless of the application outcome.
Selection Process
The selection for CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 is a comprehensive, merit-based process. It involves multiple stages designed to identify the most suitable candidates:
- Stage 1: Sports Trial. Candidates will undergo a sports trial, needing to secure a minimum of 25 marks out of 40 to be declared ‘FIT’.
- Stage 2: Assessment of Sports Achievements. This stage evaluates past sports performance and carries a maximum of 50 marks.
- Stage 3: Educational Qualification. This component contributes 10 marks to the overall assessment.
- Interview and Certificate Verification: Eligible candidates will be called for an interview and a thorough verification of all submitted documents.
- Medical Fitness Test: Finally, all provisionally selected candidates must pass the mandatory medical fitness standards before final appointment.
To be deemed suitable, candidates must achieve a minimum aggregate mark: 70 marks for Level-5 posts, 65 marks for Level-2 posts, and 60 marks for Level-1 posts. These aggregate marks include the compulsory minimum 25 marks from the Sports Trial. There are no provisions for relaxation or reservation in the selection process.
How to Apply for CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025
To apply for the Chittaranjan Locomotive Works Sports Quota Recruitment 2025, follow these steps meticulously:
- Download Form: Obtain the prescribed application format (Annexure ‘A’ and other relevant annexures) from the official CLW website. Print it on a good-quality A-4-size white paper.
- Fill Details: Complete all sections of the application form legibly in your own handwriting, using English or Hindi with a blue/black ballpoint pen. Ensure accuracy in all entries.
- Self-Declaration: Reproduce the sample declaration statement in your own handwriting in the allocated space on the application form. Incomplete applications lacking this declaration will face rejection.
- Affix Photograph: Paste one recent (within one month) color passport-size photograph on the application form. It should be without a cap or colored glasses, have a white background, and show your full face. Attest it by signing partially on the photo and partially on the form. Additionally, enclose two more similar signed photographs.
- Attach Documents: Enclose self-attested or Gazetted Officer-attested photocopies of all required certificates. This includes proofs for educational qualification, age, caste (if applicable), and all sports achievement certificates.
- Include Fee: Attach the Demand Draft for the application fee, as specified in the “Application Fee” section. Applications received without the correct fee will be summarily rejected.
- Specify Post: Clearly write the Specific Category No., Sports Discipline, and Event/Position as indicated in Para-2 of the official notification.
- Envelope Superscription: Clearly write “APPLICATION AGAINST SPORTS QUOTA (OPEN ADVERTISEMENT) RECRUITMENT FOR THE YEAR 2025-2026” on the top of the envelope containing your application.
- Submission: Send your completed application form with all enclosures by post to: Chief Personnel Officer, Administrative Building, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, PO- Chittaranjan, District- Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal, Pin Code-713331. You also have the option to drop your application directly into the Drop Box available at the Dy.GM’s Office/CLW during office hours.
- Adhere to Deadline: Ensure your application reaches the specified address by the closing date. The Railway Administration holds no responsibility for postal delays, and late applications will be outright rejected.
Important Dates
Candidates applying for the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 should remember these key dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | August 29, 2025 |
| Application Deadline (General) | September 20, 2025 |
| Application Deadline (Remote Areas) | October 03, 2025 |
| Age Reckoning Date | January 01, 2026 |
| Sports Achievements Reckoning Date | On or after April 01, 2023 |
Important Links
Notification links
Notification Link
Apply Link
Apply By Post (Refer to “How to Apply” section for detailed address)
Official links
Official Website
FAQs on CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025.
How many vacancies are available in the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
A total of 12 vacancies are available across various posts and sports disciplines in the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025.
What is the last date to apply for CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
The last date for submitting applications is September 20, 2025, for general candidates. For those residing in remote areas, the deadline is October 03, 2025.
Who can apply for CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
Eligible Indian Nationals who are active sportspersons and meet the specified educational qualifications and sports achievement norms can apply. Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years of age as of January 01, 2026.
What is the selection process for CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
The selection process for the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 includes a Sports Trial, assessment of Sports Achievements, evaluation of Educational Qualifications, an Interview, Certificate Verification, and a Medical Fitness Test.
Where can I apply for CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025?
You must send applications by post or submit them directly in the drop box at the Chief Personnel Officer’s office, Chittaranjan Locomotive Works. The detailed postal address is provided in the “How to Apply” section.
What is the salary offered for CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 posts?
Posts under the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025 are offered at Level-5 (GP ₹2800), Level-2 (GP ₹1900), and Level-1 (GP ₹1800), based on the 6th CPC Grade Pay, which corresponds to specific levels in the 7th CPC pay matrix.
Disclaimer
The details in this article are taken from the official notification for easy reference regarding the CLW Sports Quota Recruitment 2025. InfrontJob provides this blog post to help candidates stay informed and access verified job updates. For the latest updates, amendments, or clarifications, kindly refer to the official sources.
