Great news for talented sportspersons seeking government jobs in the banking sector. Bank of Baroda (BOB) has released the official notification for Bank of Baroda Sportspersons Recruitment 2026 to fill 30 vacancies for the post of Customer Service Associate (Clerical Cadre) on a regular basis. This is a unique opportunity for cricket, kabaddi, table tennis, and football players to build a secure career in one of India's largest public sector banks. The online application process starts on 22nd April 2026 and closes on 12th May 2026.
Bank of Baroda Sportspersons Recruitment 2026: 30 Customer Service Associate Posts for Athletes
Bank of Baroda Sportspersons Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
Check the complete overview of this sports quota recruitment in Bank of Baroda below before applying.
Company Name
Bank of Baroda (BOB)
Post Name
Customer Service Associate (Clerical Cadre) – Regular Basis
Number of Posts
30 Posts (24 Male + 6 Female)
Vacancy Details
The 30 vacancies are distributed across four sports disciplines and multiple locations. Cricket has 9 vacancies (Delhi & Mumbai), Kabaddi has 11 vacancies (Mumbai – 6 Male + 5 Female), Table Tennis has 2 vacancies (Chennai – 1 Male, Mumbai – 1 Female), and Football has 8 vacancies (Mumbai – Male only). Specific roles include Batsman, Bowler, Raider, Defender, Goalkeeper, Midfielder, and Forwards.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification approved by the Central Government. No minimum percentage is specified.
Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in the clerical cadre pay scale starting at ₹24,050 per month, with annual increments leading up to ₹64,480 after 20 years of service. Additional allowances and benefits apply as per bank rules.
Age Limit
As of 1st April 2026, the minimum age is 20 years and the maximum is 28 years for General/EWS candidates. Meritorious sportspersons get 5 years relaxation. SC/ST candidates get 10 years total relaxation (5 years standard + 5 years sports), and OBC (NCL) candidates get 8 years total relaxation (3 years standard + 5 years sports).
Selection Process
The Bank of Baroda selection process for sportspersons has two stages. Stage 1 is shortlisting/screening of applications based on sports achievements, educational qualifications, and suitability. Stage 2 involves Field Trials for shortlisted candidates, where they must demonstrate their sporting ability. The final selection is based on performance in Field Trials and document verification.
Application Fee
General, EWS, and OBC candidates must pay ₹850/- (inclusive of GST) plus payment gateway charges. SC, ST, ESM/DESM, and Women candidates pay only ₹175/- (inclusive of GST) as intimation charges. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 22nd April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 12th May 2026
- Eligibility Cut-Off Date: 1st April 2026
- Field Trial Date: To be notified on the Bank's website
How to Apply
Follow these simple steps to apply for Bank of Baroda Sports Quota Recruitment 2026:
1. Visit the official website www.bankofbaroda.bank.in and go to Careers → Current Opportunities section.
2. Click on the registration link for "Recruitment of Sportspersons – Customer Service Associate 2026".
3. Fill in all personal, educational, and sports qualification details carefully. No changes are allowed after submission.
4. Upload a scanned passport-size photograph (20-50 KB), signature (10-20 KB), and all required certificates in PDF format (max 500 KB each).
5. Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
6. After successful payment, download and take a printout of the system-generated application form and e-receipt for future reference. Do not send it to the Bank.
Apply online only at the official Bank of Baroda website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
