Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Company Name | Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway (RRC/ER), Kolkata |
| Post Name | Level-2 (Group C) and Level-1 (Erstwhile Group D) under Scouts & Guides Quota |
| No of Posts | 15 |
| Salary | 7th CPC Level 2 (Grade Pay Rs. 1900) for Level-2; 7th CPC Level 1 (Grade Pay Rs. 1800) for Level-1 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass/ITI/10th Pass + NAC (for Level-2); 10th Pass/ITI/NAC (for Level-1); Mandatory Scouting/Guiding qualification for both |
| Age Limit | 18-30 years (Level-2 UR), 18-33 years (Level-1 UR) as on 01.01.2027 |
| Last Date | 06.09.2026, 18:00 hrs |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Central Government Job (Railway) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Publication Date | 24.07.2026 |
| Online Application Opening Date | 07.08.2026, 10:00 hrs |
| Online Application Closing Date | 06.09.2026, 18:00 hrs |
| Tentative Written Exam Date | 2nd week of November |
| Document Verification (DV) Call | Tentatively within 10 days of written exam result |
Vacancy Details
A total of 15 vacancies have been announced under the Scouts & Guides Quota. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Level-2 (Group C) | 05 |
| Level-1 (Erstwhile Group D) | 10 |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Educational Qualification (Level-2) | Passed 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks from a government-recognized Education Board/Council/Institution (50% relaxed for SC, ST, ESM, PwBD, or higher qualification from UGC-recognized university); OR 10th pass from a government-recognized Board plus a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)/ITI approved by NCVT. |
| Educational Qualification (Level-1) | 10th Pass, or ITI, or an equivalent qualification, or a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT. |
| Scouting/Guiding Qualification (Mandatory for both levels) | Must be a President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger, or hold a Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) in any section. Must have been an active member of a Scout Organization for the last 5 years, supported by a "Certificate of Activeness." Must have attended two events at National level or All India Railways level, and two events at State level. |
| Nationality | As per official notification |
Age Limit
Age will be reckoned as on 01.01.2027. | Category of Post | Age Limit (UR) | Age Relaxation (OBC) | Age Relaxation (SC/ST) |
| Level-2 (Group C) | 18 to 30 years | Up to 3 years in upper age | Up to 5 years in upper age |
| Level-1 (Erstwhile Group D) | 18 to 33 years | Up to 3 years in upper age | Up to 5 years in upper age |
Additional Age Relaxation:
- Serving Railway employees (with at least 3 years of service): UR 40 years, OBC 43 years, SC/ST 45 years.
- Widows, divorced women, and women judicially separated but not remarried: UR 35 years, OBC 38 years, SC/ST 40 years.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Additional 10 years' relaxation.
- Ex-servicemen: Relaxable to the extent of service rendered in Defence Forces plus 3 years.
- Staff of Quasi-Administrative offices: 5 years or service rendered, whichever is less.
- Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA) applying for Level-1: UR 33 years, OBC 36 years, SC/ST 38 years, plus relaxation for apprentice training (maximum 3 years).
Application Fee
The official notification states that candidates applying for both Level-1 and Level-2 must fill separate forms and pay the examination fee separately for each category. | Category | Fee |
| All Candidates | As per official notification |
Selection Process
| Stage | Process |
| Stage-I: Written Test (60 marks) | Consists of 40 objective-type questions (40 marks) and 1 essay-type question (20 marks) related to the Scouts & Guides Organization, its activities, and General Knowledge. Duration is 60 minutes, with a minimum qualifying percentage of 40%. Candidates are called for Stage-II in a 1:3 ratio of notified vacancies based on merit. |
| Stage-II: Marks on Certificates (40 marks) | Marks awarded based on participation/service in National Events/National Jamboree (including All India Railway Events), State Events/Rallies, and Specialized Scouts/Guides Courses. |
| Medical Examination | As per official notification |
Salary
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Level-2 (Group C) | 7th CPC Level 2 with Grade Pay Rs. 1900 |
| Level-1 (Erstwhile Group D) | 7th CPC Level 1 with Grade Pay Rs. 1800 |
An exact gross/take-home salary figure is not specified in the notification.
Documents Required
- Recent Passport-sized Photograph
- Candidate's Signature
- Identity Proof (Birth Certificate or 10th class Certificate/Admit Card/Mark Sheet showing date of birth)
- Educational Qualification Certificates (10th, 12th, ITI, NAC as applicable)
- Scouting/Guiding Qualification Certificates (President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger, HWB, Certificate of Activeness, Event participation certificates)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ESM/Widows/Divorced Women/Serving Railway employees/CCAA as applicable)
How to Apply
- Visit the official RRC Eastern Railway website: www.rrcer.org.
- Locate the "Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026-27" notification and click on the "Apply Online" link.
- Register by providing necessary details to create a login ID and password.
- Log in using your credentials and fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and all required documents, including educational and Scouting/Guiding certificates.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) through the provided payment gateway.
- Review all entered details before final submission.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RRC Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online for the RRC Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 is 06th September 2026, by 18:00 hrs.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in RRC Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 15 vacancies have been announced, with 05 posts for Level-2 (Group C) and 10 posts for Level-1 (Erstwhile Group D).
Q3. What are the educational qualifications required for these posts?
Ans: For Level-2, candidates need 12th Pass or 10th Pass with NAC/ITI. For Level-1, 10th Pass, ITI, or NAC is required. A mandatory Scouting/Guiding qualification is essential for both levels.
Q4. What is the age limit for RRC Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota posts?
Ans: The age limit for UR candidates is 18-30 years for Level-2 and 18-33 years for Level-1, reckoned as on 01.01.2027. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per rules.
Q5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Ans: The selection process involves a Written Test (60 marks) followed by Marks on Certificates (40 marks) and a Medical Examination.
Q6. What is the salary for Level-2 and Level-1 posts?
Ans: Level-2 posts carry 7th CPC Level 2 with Grade Pay Rs. 1900, and Level-1 posts carry 7th CPC Level 1 with Grade Pay Rs. 1800.