RRC Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 15 Posts
All India
Diploma, ITI, 12TH
RRC Eastern Railway
Last Date
06 Sep 2026
Age Limit
As per notification
Qualification
Diploma, ITI, 12TH
Apply Mode
Online
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.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
Job Summary
| Board | RRC Eastern Railway |
| State | All India |
| Qualification | Diploma, ITI, 12TH |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 06 Sep 2026 |
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