Indian Bank Sportspersons Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 07 Officer & Clerk Posts - Notification, Eligibility, Salary
Indian Bank has announced a significant recruitment drive specifically for sportspersons to join as Officers and Clerks. This is a unique opportunity for talented athletes who have represented their State or Country in recognized sports events to secure a stable career in the banking sector. A total of 07 vacancies are available across various sports disciplines including Athletics, Basketball, Chess, and Volleyball.
Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on Sports Trials and Interviews. Unlike general banking recruitments, there is no Preliminary or Mains Written Examination. Selection focuses on your athletic performance and achievements.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Indian Bank |
| Post Name | Sportspersons (Officer/ Clerk) |
| Total Vacancies | 07 Posts |
| Qualification | 12th Pass + Sports Representation |
| Age Limit | 18 to 26 years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.indianbank.in |
| Post Name (Sports) | Total Posts | Gender/Category |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics (100 Mtrs, 400 Mtrs) | 02 | Male / Female |
| Basket Ball | 02 | Male |
| Chess (Grand Master) | 01 | Male / Female |
| Volleyball | 02 | Male |
| Total | 07 |
Candidates must have represented in recognized tournaments as detailed below:
Candidate must be between 18 to 26 years as of 01.01.2026.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Officer (JMG Scale I) | Rs. 48,480 - 85,920 |
| Clerk (CSA) | Rs. 24,050 - 64,480 |
Since this is a sports quota recruitment, the selection is based on merit in sports achievements and performance in trials, not a written exam.
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 175/- |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 04.02.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 04.02.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24.02.2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 24.02.2026 |
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Ms. Padmaja Chunduru is MD & CEO of Indian Bank since September 2018, after a 34 year stint in SBI. At Indian Bank, Ms. Padmaja has successfully steered the amalgamation of Allahabad Bank into Indian Bank amid the Covid challenges. With this merger, Indian Bank doubled in Balance Sheet size and network and today is among the top 10 banks in the country, with 6000 branches, more than 40000 employees and business of more than Rs.9 tn. Post merger, the Bank has quickly moved to re-establish itself as one of the strongest banks in terms of growth, profitability and capital strength.