The recruitment includes nine male Cricket players, four male Table Tennis players and four female Table Tennis players. Selection will be based on application scrutiny and field trials conducted in Mumbai.
Bank of Baroda Guest Player Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Bank of Baroda |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Zone | Mumbai Zone |
| Advertisement No. | ZOMZ:HRM:51:781 |
| Post Name | Guest Player |
| Sports | Cricket and Table Tennis |
| Total Vacancies | 17 Posts |
| Qualification | 10th Standard Pass with the prescribed sports qualification |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 Years |
| Monthly Retainership | Rs. 25,000 |
| Engagement Period | 12 Months |
| Selection Process | Application Scrutiny and Field Trials |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Team Location | Mumbai |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 23 September 2026 |
| Application Starting Date | 23 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 28 September 2026 |
| Field Trial Date | To be communicated to eligible applicants along with their unique registration number |
Bank of Baroda Guest Player Vacancy Details
| Sports Discipline | Gender | Role or Specialisation | Vacancies | Monthly Retainership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cricket | Male | 3 Batsmen, 2 Fast Bowlers, 2 Spinners and 2 All-Rounders | 9 | Rs. 25,000 |
| Table Tennis | Male | Singles | 4 | Rs. 25,000 |
| Table Tennis | Female | Singles | 4 | Rs. 25,000 |
| Total | 17 | — | ||
Bank of Baroda may modify, increase or decrease the number of Guest Players and role-wise requirements according to its needs.
Cricket Guest Player Details
| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 9 Posts |
| Batsmen | 3 Posts |
| Fast Bowlers | 2 Posts |
| Spinners | 2 Posts |
| All-Rounders | 2 Posts |
| Monthly Retainership | Rs. 25,000 |
Table Tennis Guest Player Details
| Gender | Playing Category | Vacancies | Monthly Retainership |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | Singles | 4 | Rs. 25,000 |
| Female | Singles | 4 | Rs. 25,000 |
| Total | 8 | — | |
Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Only Indian citizens are eligible |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years as on 23 September 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Minimum 10th Standard Pass from a recognised board |
| Player Requirement | Applicant must be a local club-level player and possess the prescribed sports achievements |
Educational Qualification
Applicants must have passed at least the 10th Standard from a recognised board.
Sports Qualification
Applicants must be local club-level players and satisfy at least one of the following sports achievement requirements:
- Represented a State, Union Territory or India in a national or international competition; or
- Won a medal in the Junior National Championships; or
- Won a medal in the Khelo India Youth Games in an age category above 18 years; or
- Won a medal in the Khelo India Winter Games; or
- Won a medal in the Khelo India University Games; or
- Won a medal in the School Games Federation of India competition in the relevant sport; or
- Represented a university in an Inter-University Tournament conducted by the Inter-University Sports Board; or
- Represented a State or Union Territory school team in national school sports or games conducted by the All India School Games Federation.
Authorities Eligible to Issue Sports Certificates
| Competition | Certificate Issuing Authority |
|---|---|
| International Competition | Secretary of the National Federation of the concerned game |
| National Competition | Secretary of the National Federation or Secretary of the State or Union Territory Association of the concerned game |
| Inter-University Tournament | Dean of Sports or another officer in overall charge of sports at the concerned university |
| National Sports or Games for Schools | Director, Additional Director, Joint Director or Deputy Director in charge of school sports in the State Directorate of Public Instructions or Education |
| Khelo India University, Youth or Winter Games | Designated officer or officer in charge from the Sports Authority of India |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Cut-Off Date |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Years | 30 Years | 23 September 2026 |
Monthly Retainership Amount
Every selected Guest Player will receive a monthly retainership or stipend of Rs. 25,000.
Players may also receive other financial benefits admissible under the existing Sports Policy of Bank of Baroda.
Tenure and Nature of Engagement
- The retainership period will be 12 months.
- The engagement is purely temporary and contractual.
- Selected players must represent Bank of Baroda in tournaments and events whenever required during the engagement period.
- The engagement does not create an employer-employee relationship for regular employment.
- Engagement as a Guest Player does not provide any right to regular appointment or absorption in Bank of Baroda.
Selection Process
The Bank of Baroda Guest Player selection process consists of:
- Scrutiny and shortlisting of applications according to the eligibility criteria
- Field Trials for shortlisted applicants
- Preparation of the final merit list
Candidates must obtain at least 50 marks out of 100 to qualify. The final merit list will be prepared in descending order based on the marks secured by eligible applicants.
Selection Marks Distribution
| Evaluation Criteria | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Age of the Candidate | 20 |
| Representation of State or Union Territory at National Level | 15 |
| Representation of India at International Level | 15 |
| Field Trial - Physical Fitness and Endurance | 20 |
| Field Trial - Sport-Specific Skills, Knowledge, Technique and Tactical Understanding | 20 |
| Field Trial - Behavioural Attributes | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Age-Based Marks
| Age Range | Marks |
|---|---|
| 18 years to 20 years | 20 |
| Above 20 years to 22 years | 18 |
| Above 22 years to 24 years | 16 |
| Above 24 years to 26 years | 14 |
| Above 26 years | 12 |
Sports Representation Marks
| Representation Level | Junior Level | Senior Level |
|---|---|---|
| State or Union Territory at National Level | 10 Marks | 15 Marks |
| India at International Level | 10 Marks | 15 Marks |
Tie-Breaking Rules
If two or more applicants obtain equal marks, preference will be given in the following order:
- Players who represented India in an international competition with clearance from the Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
- Players who represented a State or Union Territory in recognised Senior or Junior National Championships or National Games and secured a medal or position up to third place.
- Players who won a medal or position up to third place in an Inter-University competition or Khelo India University Games.
- Players who won a medal or position up to third place in the Khelo India Youth Games or Khelo India Winter Games.
- Players who won a medal or position up to third place while representing a State or Union Territory school team in national school games.
- Players who participated at the prescribed level but did not win a medal, in the same order of preference.
If the tie continues, preference will be given to the player who secured a higher position or won more than one medal. If it still continues, the younger applicant will receive preference.
Field Trial Details
- Field trials will be conducted at a designated venue in Mumbai.
- The field trial date, time and venue will be sent separately to eligible applicants through their registered email addresses.
- Shortlisted applicants will receive a unique registration number.
- Candidates must attend the field trials at their own expense.
- Requests to change the trial date, time or venue will ordinarily not be accepted.
- Candidates must bring original certificates and self-attested copies for verification.
How to Apply for Bank of Baroda Guest Player Recruitment 2026
- Download the prescribed application form provided as Annexure A of the advertisement.
- Select Cricket, Table Tennis Men or Table Tennis Women.
- Enter the role or specialisation for which you are applying.
- Complete the personal, educational, sports and local club details.
- Attach clear scanned copies of all required certificates and documents.
- Sign the completed application form.
- Send the application form and documents by email to [email protected].
- Submit the email on or before 28 September 2026.
Email Subject Line
The email subject must be written in the following format:
APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT AS GUEST PLAYER ON RETAINERSHIP BASIS - MUMBAI [CRICKET / TABLE TENNIS (MEN) / TABLE TENNIS (WOMEN)] TEAM
Documents Required
- Duly filled and signed application form
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Proof of date of birth
- 10th Standard pass certificate or mark sheet
- Valid photo identity proof
- Sports qualification certificates, awards or medal records
- National, international, State, university, Khelo India or school-level participation certificates, as applicable
- Brief sports profile or bio-data containing sporting achievements
- Local club or team details
- Mumbai Cricket Association registration number for Cricket applicants, where applicable
- Table Tennis Federation of India ID for Table Tennis applicants, where applicable
- Any other relevant document supporting the candidature
Important Instructions
- Applications will be accepted through email only.
- Applicants must satisfy all eligibility requirements as on 23 September 2026.
- The application form and supporting documents must be complete, clear and readable.
- Incomplete applications or applications without supporting documents may be rejected.
- Candidature will remain provisional until the applicant's eligibility and original documents are verified.
- False information or suppression of material facts may result in cancellation of candidature.
- Selected Guest Players must remain physically fit throughout the retainership period.
- Selected players must represent the Bank's sports team whenever and wherever required.
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
- The Bank may modify the selection procedure, eligibility criteria, vacancies or role-wise requirements.
- The decision of Bank of Baroda regarding eligibility, field trials, selection and engagement will be final.
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