Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited (J&K Bank) has released the J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 notification for 7 vacancies under the Sports Quota. These openings are for Assistant Banking Associate and Banking Attendant roles. Eligible sportspersons from Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh who have represented in football at various levels can submit their applications online from 11-05-2026 to 25-05-2026.
J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Jammu and Kashmir Bank Limited (J&K Bank), Corporate Headquarters, M.A. Road, Srinagar |
| Notification No. | JKB/HR/Rectt/2026-228 dated 07.05.2026 |
| Post Name | Football Players (Assistant Banking Associate / Banking Attendant) |
| Department | J&K Bank Football Team (Sports Quota) |
| Total Vacancies | 7 Posts (Assistant Banking Associate/Banking Attendant Cadre) |
| Pay Scale | ABA: Rs. 24,050 – 64,480 BAT: Rs. 19,500 – 37,815 (plus other perks) |
| Application Mode | Online only (through J&K Bank website) |
| Selection Mode | Selection Trials + Interview (by the Sports Board of the Bank) |
| Job Location | J&K Bank (selection trials/interview at Jammu and/or Srinagar) |
| Official Website | https://www.jkbank.com |
J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 07-05-2026 |
| Start Date for Online Application | 11-05-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 25-05-2026 |
| Reference Date for Age Calculation | 01-01-2026 |
| Selection Trials Date | To be notified via email |
| Interview Date | To be notified via email (at Jammu and/or Srinagar) |
J&K Bank Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 7 vacancies have been announced for Football Players under Sports Quota in the Assistant Banking Associate (ABA) and Banking Attendant (BAT) cadre for the J&K Bank Football Team. The recruitment is exclusively for domiciles of the UT of J&K/Ladakh who have represented in football at International, National, State/UT, or District/University level.
| S. No. | Post Name | Cadre | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Football Players | Assistant Banking Associate / Banking Attendant | 7 (Seven) |
J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions, including educational qualification, sports qualification, and domicile requirements. At the time of appointment, the candidate must be an active sportsperson and should be fit enough to take part in future tournaments.
Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Banking Associate (ABA) | Pass in 12th Standard examination from any recognized Board |
| Banking Attendant (BAT) | Pass in the 10th Standard examination from any recognized Board |
Sports Qualification (Mandatory)
Candidates should be domiciles of UT of J&K/Ladakh and must have represented in Football in any of the following:
| Preference Order | Sports Qualification Requirement |
|---|---|
| 1st Preference | Represented the country in an International competition in Football |
| 2nd Preference | Represented the State or UT in a National competition in Football |
| 3rd Preference | Represented the District at the State or UT level event, or a winning University in the Inter University Tournaments conducted by the Inter University Board in Football |
J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
Age limit is calculated as of 01.01.2026. Upper age relaxation is available for SC/ST candidates as per bank rules.
| Post Name | Minimum Age (as on 01.01.2026) | Maximum Age (as on 01.01.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Banking Attendant (BAT) | 18 years | 30 years |
| Assistant Banking Associate (ABA) | 20 years | 28 years |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation in Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS Sports Persons | Up to a maximum of 5 years |
| SC/ST Sports Persons | Up to a maximum of 10 years |
J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 – Salary & Allowances
The selected candidates will be appointed as regular employees of the bank and will receive a pay scale plus other perks as admissible to regular employees.
| Post Name | Pay Scale (Rs.) | Other Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Banking Associate (ABA) | Rs. 24,050 – 64,480 | Plus other perks as admissible to regular employees of the bank |
| Banking Attendant (BAT) | Rs. 19,500 – 37,815 | Plus other perks as admissible to regular employees of the bank |
Probation Period:
- The persons recruited under the sports quota shall be on an initial probation period of 2 (two) years.
- Candidates shall be confirmed in the services of the Bank after successfully finishing their probationary phase.
J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee online during the application process.
| Category | Application Fee (Including GST) |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs. 500/- (Incl. of GST) per application |
J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process for J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 consists of Selection Trials followed by an interview conducted by the Sports Board of the Bank. The recruitment will be mainly on the basis of sports qualifications, with suitable weightage given to this factor as well as the age of the candidates.
Selection Process Steps:
- Selection Trials: Candidates possessing the requisite qualifications will be called for selection trials to be conducted by the Sports Board of the Bank.
- Interview: Candidates who qualify in selection trials for the discipline applied for will be called for an interview at the respective centres (Jammu and/or Srinagar).
- Merit List Preparation: A merit list of the candidates based on the marks obtained by them as per the selection criteria will be prepared in descending order for respective posts and sport disciplines.
- Final Selection: Final selection will be made based on the merit list up to the number of vacancies.
Selection Criteria:
- Selection will be made strictly based on merit, determined under the selection criteria of the Bank.
- Recruitment will mainly be based on sports qualifications with suitable weightage.
- Age of candidates will also be considered.
- Performance of candidates in the previous two years will be given preference.
- In case of equal marks obtained by two or more candidates, the merit order will be based on Date of Birth (the candidate junior/younger in age will be placed higher in the merit list).
Interview Centers:
- Jammu and/or Srinagar
- The selection process shall be conducted by the Sports Board of the Bank.
How to Apply for J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the Jammu and Kashmir Bank website (jkb.bank.in) under the Careers tab. No other mode of application will be accepted. The online portal is active from 11-05-2026 to 25-05-2026.
Click the official apply link below.
Important Instructions for J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Candidate must be a Domicile of UT of J&K/Ladakh.
- Age calculated as on 01.01.2026 – Banking Attendant: 18-30 years, Assistant Banking Associate: 20-28 years.
- Upper age relaxation: up to 5 years for General/OBC/EWS sports persons, up to 10 years for SC/ST sports persons.
- At the time of appointment, the candidate must be an active sportsperson and should be fit enough to take part in future tournaments.
- Order of preference in appointment as per International → National → State/District/University level representation.
- Performance of candidates in the previous two years will be given preference.
- Application fee: Rs. 500/- (Incl. of GST) per application is mandatory.
- All future announcements/details will only be communicated through the registered email ID of the candidate.
- Intimation regarding selection trials/call letter for interview will be sent by email only – NO HARD COPY WILL BE SENT.
- Candidates possessing the requisite qualifications will be called for selection trials conducted by the Sports Board of the Bank.
- Candidates qualifying in selection trials will be called for an interview at Jammu and/or Srinagar.
- Mere fulfilment of the requisite qualifications will not confer any right on a candidate to be called for an interview.
- The Bank shall reserve the right to restrict the number of candidates to be called for an interview.
- Selection will be made strictly based on merit determined under the selection criteria of the Bank.
- In case of equal marks, merit order will be based on Date of Birth (younger candidate placed higher).
- Final selection depends on verification of character & antecedents, medical fitness, and verification of the genuineness of sports certificates.
- Shortlisted candidates will present themselves for trials and interview at the designated venue at their own cost/expenses.
- Persons recruited under the sports quota shall be on an initial probation period of 2 years.
- Confirmation of services after successful completion of the probationary phase.
- Under no circumstances shall persons recruited under this quota be deputed to any other organization outside the Bank.
- The Bank reserves the right to reject any application/candidature at any stage, cancel the whole process, or change the selection process upon exigencies or otherwise, without assigning any reason.
- Other terms and conditions applicable as per the rules of the Bank.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download J&K Bank Football Players Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline for J&K Bank Football Players applications?
Ans. You have until 25-05-2026 to complete and submit your online application.
Q2. How many open positions are there?
Ans. The bank is looking to fill a total of 7 vacancies under this sports quota drive.
Q3. What does the application fee cost?
Ans. All applicants need to pay a non-refundable fee of Rs. 500/-, which includes GST.
Q4. What is the age requirement for Assistant Banking Associates?
Ans. To apply for the Assistant Banking Associate role, candidates must be at most 28 years old as of 01-01-2026.
Q5. Where will the J&K Bank selection trials take place?
Ans. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in trials held in either Jammu or Srinagar.
Q6. What education is needed for the Banking Attendant vacancy?
Ans. For the Banking Attendant position, you must have successfully passed your 10th standard board exams.
Q7. What is the process for submitting my application?
Ans. Applications are accepted exclusively online. Just click the official apply link provided in our important links section to get started.
