The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway, Kolkata has released the Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026-27 Notification for 15 vacancies under Level-2 (Group C) and Level-1 (Erstwhile Group D) posts. Eligible candidates possessing the required Scouts & Guides qualifications can submit their online applications from 07 August 2026 through the official RRC Eastern Railway website.
Interested candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, Scouts & Guides certificates, age limit, selection process, application fee, and important dates before applying online.
Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | RRC/ER/Scouts & Guides Quota/2026-27 |
| Recruitment Type | Scouts & Guides Quota |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Job Location | Eastern Railway, CLW & Metro Railway |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 September 2026 |
| Official Website | www.rrcer.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 24 July 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 07 August 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 September 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Tentative Written Exam | 2nd Week of November 2026 |
| Document Verification | Within 10 days after result |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Matrix | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level-2 (Group C) | Level-2 | ₹19,900 | 5 |
| Level-1 (Group D) | Level-1 | ₹18,000 | 10 |
| Total | — | — | 15 |
Vacancy Distribution
Level-2 (Group C)
- Eastern Railway – 2
- Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) – 1
- Metro Railway – 2
Level-1 (Group D)
- Eastern Railway – 8
- CLW – 2
- Metro Railway – Nil
Educational Qualification
Level-2 (Group C)
Applicants should have:
- 12th Pass with minimum 50% marks
OR - 10th Pass with ITI/National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) approved by NCVT.
Note: 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/ESM/PwBD candidates and candidates possessing higher qualifications from UGC-recognized universities.
Level-1 (Group D)
Candidates should possess:
- 10th Pass
OR - ITI
OR - National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)
Mandatory Scouts & Guides Qualification
Candidates applying for either Level-1 or Level-2 must possess:
- President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger Certificate OR Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB)
- Active membership in Scouts & Guides organization for the last five years
- Activeness Certificate
- Participation in:
- Two National Level/All India Railway Events
- Two State Level Events
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2027)
Level-2
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Level-1
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 33 Years
Age Relaxation
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules
- Railway Employees: As per notification
- Widows/Divorced Women: As per Railway Rules
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS Male
- ₹500
- ₹400 refunded after appearing in written exam
SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Minorities/EBC/Ex-Servicemen
- ₹250
- Full fee refunded after appearing in written exam
Selection Process
Selection will consist of:
- Written Examination (60 Marks)
- Evaluation of Scouts & Guides Certificates (40 Marks)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Written Exam Pattern
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Objective Questions | 40 |
| Essay | 20 |
| Total | 60 |
Duration: 60 Minutes
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40%
Certificate Evaluation
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| National Events | 10 |
| State Events | 10 |
| Specialized Scouts Courses | 10 |
| District Rallies | 10 |
| Total | 40 |
Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
- Level-2: ₹19,900 + Allowances
- Level-1: ₹18,000 + Allowances
Documents Required
Candidates need to upload:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- 10th Certificate
- 12th Certificate (if applicable)
- ITI/NAC Certificate
- Scouts & Guides Certificates
- Activeness Certificate
- Caste Certificate
- EWS/OBC/EBC Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID Proof
How to Apply
- Visit the official RRC Eastern Railway website.
- Click on Scouts & Guides Recruitment 2026.
- Register using email and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application.
- Print the application form for future reference.
Why Apply for Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Recruitment?
- Permanent Railway Government Job
- Attractive Salary under 7th CPC
- Additional Railway Allowances
- Career Growth
- Pension and Other Government Benefits
- Opportunity for Scouts & Guides achievers
Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://www.rrcer.org |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in Eastern Railway Scouts & Guides Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 15 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the online application date?
Answer: Applications start on 07 August 2026 and close on 06 September 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit?
Answer: The age limit is 18–30 years for Level-2 and 18–33 years for Level-1, with applicable relaxations.
Q4. Is Scouts & Guides qualification mandatory?
Answer: Yes. Only candidates possessing the prescribed Scouts & Guides qualifications are eligible.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Answer: ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS Male candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST/Women/PwBD/EBC/Minority/Ex-Servicemen candidates. Eligible candidates receive fee refunds after appearing in the written examination.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Answer: Written Test, Certificate Evaluation, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q7. What is the salary?
Answer: Level-2 receives ₹19,900 and Level-1 receives ₹18,000 plus allowances.
Q8. Is there any interview?
Answer: No. Selection is based on the written examination, Scouts & Guides certificate assessment, document verification, and medical fitness.