Eastern Railway Invites Application for 15 Scouts & Guides Quota Posts Recruitment 2026

Eastern Railway Kolkata Last Date: 6th September, 2026
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Scouts & Guides Quota (Level-1 & Level-2)

Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway, Kolkata

The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway, Kolkata, has released a notification for the recruitment of 15 posts under the Scouts & Guides Quota for the year 2026-27. Eligible candidates can apply online.

Quick Overview
Particular Details
Organization RRC, Eastern Railway, Kolkata
Quota Scouts & Guides Quota
Total Vacancies 15 (Level-1: 10, Level-2: 05)
Application Mode Online
Application Start Date 7th August 2026 (10:00 hrs)
Last Date 6th September 2026 (18:00 hrs)
Job Type Government (Railway)
Official Website rrcer.org
Kolkata,
West Bengal,
IN

Employment Type:FULL_TIME

Number of Vacancies:15

Zone-wise & Category-wise Vacancy Details

Category Eastern Railway CLW Metro Railway
Level-2 (Group 'C') 02 01 02
Level-1 (Erstwhile Group 'D') 08 02 Nil

* Total Vacancies: Level-2 (05), Level-1 (10)

Eligibility, Age & Salary Details

Post Level Educational & Scouts Qualification Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027) Pay Level (7th CPC)
Level-2 (Group 'C')
  • Essential: 12th pass with 50% marks OR 10th + NAC/ITI (NCVT).
  • Scouts: President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger OR HWB holder, 5 years active membership, attended 2 National/All India Railway events & 2 State events.
UR: 18-30 years

OBC: 18-33 years

SC/ST: 18-35 years

(Relaxation details in notes below)
Level-2 (GP: ₹1900)
Level-1 (Erstwhile Group 'D')
  • Essential: 10th Pass OR ITI OR NAC.
  • Scouts: Same as Level-2.
UR: 18-33 years

OBC: 18-36 years

SC/ST: 18-38 years

(Relaxation details in notes below)
Level-1 (GP: ₹1800)

Age Relaxation Details

  • Serving Railway Employees: UR: 40, OBC: 43, SC/ST: 45 (for both levels).
  • Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women: UR: 35, OBC: 38, SC/ST: 40.
  • PwBD: Additional 10 years relaxation.
  • Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years (minimum 6 months service).
  • Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA): For Level-1, age limit is UR: 33, OBC: 36, SC/ST: 38 plus apprenticeship period (max 3 years).

Educational Qualification & Experience:Varies by level. Refer to the detailed table above. Scouts & Guides qualification is mandatory for both levels.

Skills:Scouting/Guiding activities, general knowledge.

Age Limit:As per the detailed table above. Age is reckoned as on 01.01.2027. Relaxations are applicable as per government rules.

Salary:




As per 7th CPC Pay Levels: Level-1 (₹18,000-56,900) and Level-2 (₹19,900-63,200) plus allowances as per railway rules.

Selection Procedure:

  • Stage-I: Written Test (60 marks - 40 objective + 1 essay). Qualifying percentage: 40%.
  • Stage-II: Marks on Scouts & Guides Certificates (40 marks).
  • Medical Examination: In the ratio of 1:1 for recommended candidates.

Application Fee:

  • UR/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹500 (₹400 refundable on appearing in written test).
  • SC/ST/ESM/PwBD/Women/Minorities/EBC: ₹250 (fully refundable on appearing in written test).

How to Apply (Online)

Candidates who wish to apply for the RRC Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 must follow the online application process below.

  1. Visit Official Website: Go to https://www.rrcer.org and click on the "Online/E-Application for Scouts & Guides Quota" link.
  2. Register: Click on "New Registration" and fill in personal details (Name, Father's Name, DOB, Category, Email, Mobile). A registration number and password will be sent to your email/mobile.
  3. Login & Fill Form: Log in using the credentials and complete the application step-by-step.
  4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of:
    • Photograph (35mm x 45mm or 320x240 pixels, 20-50KB, JPG/JPEG)
    • Signature (50mm x 20mm box, 10-40KB)
    • Left Thumb Impression (LTI) - (50mm x 20mm box, 10-40KB)
    • Self-attested certificates (Educational, Scouts & Guides achievements, Caste, Income, etc.)
  5. Pay Fee: Pay the application fee online through Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
  6. Submit: Submit the properly filled application form. A Unique Application Number will be generated.
  7. Print: Take two printouts of the final application form and keep them safe.

Important Dates: Application window is from 7th August 2026 (10:00 hrs) to 6th September 2026 (18:00 hrs).

Important Dates

Notification Date: 24th July 2026

Application Start Date: 7th August 2026 (10:00 hrs)

Application Last Date: 6th September 2026 (18:00 hrs)

Tentative Written Exam Date: 2nd Week of November 2026

Official Notification (PDF):

Official Website:

Key Instructions for Candidates

  • Scouts Qualification: This is mandatory. Candidates without Scouts & Guides qualifications should not apply.
  • Eligibility: Ensure you meet the specific educational qualification and age criteria for the level you are applying for.
  • Separate Applications: Candidates applying for both Level-1 and Level-2 must fill separate forms and pay separate fees.
  • Document Upload: Ensure photograph, signature, and LTI are in the prescribed format and size.
  • Fee Payment: Fees must be paid online. Cash/Cheque/Demand Draft will not be accepted.
  • Refund of Fee: Fee is refundable (partially or fully) only to candidates who appear in the written test.
  • Written Test: Prepare for the written test, which includes questions on Scouts & Guides history, activities, and general knowledge.
  • Medical Examination: Final selection is subject to medical fitness.
  • Keep Check: Regularly visit the RRC/ER website for updates on written test dates and call letter downloads.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many total vacancies are announced in RRC Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026?

A total of 15 vacancies are released under the Scouts & Guides Quota — 5 posts in Level-2 (Group 'C') and 10 posts in Level-1 (Erstwhile Group 'D').

What is the selection process?

The selection process comprises a Written Test (Stage-I), Marks on Certificates (Stage-II), and a Medical Examination for recommended candidates.

What are the registration dates?

Candidates can apply online from 7th August 2026 (10:00 hrs) to 6th September 2026 (18:00 hrs).

Is Scouts & Guides qualification mandatory?

Yes, candidates having no Scouts & Guides qualification need not apply, as this quota is exclusively for candidates meeting the prescribed Scouting/Guiding criteria.

What is the tentative date for the written examination?

The tentative date for the written examination is the 2nd week of November 2026.

What is the application fee?

The fee is Rs. 500/- for UR/OBC/EWS male candidates and Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/ESM/PwBD/Women/Minorities/EBC candidates.

What are the educational qualifications required?

For Level-2: 12th pass with 50% marks OR 10th + NAC/ITI. For Level-1: 10th pass OR ITI OR NAC.

What is the age limit for Level-1 posts?

For Level-1, the age limit is 18 to 33 years for UR candidates, with relaxations for OBC (36) and SC/ST (38) as on 01.01.2027.

Can I apply for both Level-1 and Level-2?

Yes, candidates can apply for both levels, but they must fill separate applications and pay separate examination fees for each.

Where can I find the official notification?

The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the link provided in the "Important Links" section above.

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The Eastern Railway (abbreviated ER) is among the 18 zones of the Indian Railways. Its headquarters is at Fairley Place, Kolkata and comprises four divisions: Howrah, Malda, Sealdah, and Asansol. Each division is headed by a Divisional Railway Manager (DRM). The name of the division denotes the name of the city where the divisional headquarters is located. Eastern Railway Consists Most no. of A1 and A Category Stations like Howrah, Malda Town, Sealdah, Asansol, Durgapur, Barddhaman, Bhagalpur, Jasidih, Bandel, Dankuni etc. Eastern Railways operates the oldest trains of India, Kalka Mail. 3 Popular Zones ECR, SER (again from SER-ECOR and SECR carved out in 2020) NFR were part Indian railways.


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