Southern Railway Scouts and Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 17 Posts
SOUTHERN RAILWAY SCOUTS & GUIDES RECRUITMENT 2026
LEVEL-1 & LEVEL-2 POSTS UNDER SCOUTS & GUIDES QUOTA
📢 17 Vacancies | Level-1 & Level-2 Pay Matrix
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Southern Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Chennai has released the official notification for recruitment against the Scouts & Guides Quota for the year 2026-27 under Employment Notice No. RRC-01/S&G/2026-27 [citation:1].
This recruitment drive aims to fill 17 vacancies across Level-1 and Level-2 posts in Southern Railway and Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai. The online application window opens on 19 September 2026 (9:00 AM) and closes on 18 October 2026 (11:59 PM) [citation:1][citation:2].
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Southern Railway, RRC Chennai |
| Employment Notice | RRC-01/S&G/2026-27 [citation:1] |
| Total Vacancies | 17 |
| Posts | Level-1 & Level-2 (Scouts & Guides Quota) |
| Application Start Date | 19 September 2026 (9:00 AM) [citation:1] |
| Application Last Date | 18 October 2026 (11:59 PM) [citation:1] |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 January 2027 [citation:1] |
| Job Location | Southern Railway & ICF, Chennai [citation:1] |
| Official Website | sr.indianrailways.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 September 2026 [citation:5] |
| Online Application Start | 19 September 2026 (9:00 AM) [citation:1] |
| Online Application Close | 18 October 2026 (11:59 PM) [citation:1] |
| Exam Date | To be notified [citation:5] |
📊 Vacancy Details (Unit-wise)
| Railway Unit | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Railway | Level-2 | 02 [citation:1] |
| Southern Railway | Level-1 | 12 [citation:1] |
| Integral Coach Factory (ICF) | Level-2 | 01 [citation:1] |
| Integral Coach Factory (ICF) | Level-1 | 02 [citation:1] |
| Total | 17 | |
📌 Note: The 12 Level-1 vacancies under Southern Railway are distributed with 2 posts each across Chennai, Tiruchchirappalli, Madurai, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram and Salem divisions [citation:1]. The vacancies are open to all eligible candidates irrespective of community; there is no reservation under this quota [citation:1][citation:9].
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
| Post Level | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-2 Posts | Passed Class 12 or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate; OR Matriculation + Course Completed Act Apprenticeship for technician categories; OR Matriculation + ITI approved by NCVT for technician categories [citation:1]. The 50% condition is not applicable to SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen candidates or candidates possessing higher qualifications [citation:1]. |
| Level-1 Posts | Class 10 pass; OR ITI or equivalent qualification; OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT; OR Class 10 with ITI; OR Class 10 with NAC [citation:1]. |
Scouts & Guides Qualification (Mandatory for Both Levels):
- Must be a President's Scout, Guide, Rover or Ranger, OR a Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) holder in any section [citation:1][citation:3].
- Must have been an active member of a Scouts organization for the last five years [citation:1].
- Must possess a Certificate of Activeness in the prescribed format [citation:1].
- Must have attended two events at National Level or All Indian Railway level [citation:1].
- Must have attended two events at State Level [citation:1].
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2027):
| Post Level | UR | OBC | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level-2 | 18 to 30 years | 18 to 33 years | 18 to 35 years [citation:1] |
| Level-1 | 18 to 33 years | 18 to 36 years | 18 to 38 years [citation:1] |
Additional Age Relaxation:
- Serving Railway employees with prescribed continuous/broken service: up to 40 years (UR), 43 (OBC), 45 (SC/ST) [citation:1].
- Widows, divorced women, women judicially separated but not remarried: up to 35 years (UR), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST) [citation:1].
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Level-2 (UR: 40, OBC: 43, SC/ST: 45); Level-1 (UR: 43, OBC: 46, SC/ST: 48) [citation:1].
- Ex-Servicemen: Service rendered in Defence plus 3 years, if at least 6 months' service after attestation [citation:3].
- J&K Domicile (1980-1989): 5 years [citation:3].
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund Provision |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- | ₹400 refunded on appearing in exam [citation:5] |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female / Minorities / EBC | ₹250/- | ₹250 refunded on appearing in exam [citation:5] |
📌 Note: Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking [citation:5].
📌 Selection Process
| Stage | Marks | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Written / Hybrid Examination | 60 Marks | Objective (40 marks) + Essay (20 marks) [citation:3] |
| Scouts & Guides Certificates | 40 Marks | Assessment of certificates [citation:3] |
| Total | 100 Marks |
📌 Exam Pattern: 40 objective questions (40 marks) + 1 essay question (20 marks). Duration: 1 hour. Topics: Scouts & Guides organisation and General Knowledge. Negative marking: 1/3rd mark for wrong objective answers. Language: Hindi or English [citation:3].
📌 Qualifying Marks: Level-1: UR 40%, OBC/SC/ST 30%. Level-2: UR 40%, OBC 30%, SC 30%, ST 25% [citation:3].
📝 How to Apply
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.rrcmas.in [citation:2].
- Open Notification: Open Employment Notice No. RRC-01/S&G/2026-27 [citation:2].
- Read Instructions: Read the detailed eligibility conditions and application instructions [citation:2].
- Register: Complete online registration using an active mobile number and email address [citation:2].
- Fill Application Form: Select Level-1 or Level-2 and enter the required details [citation:2].
- Upload Documents: Upload photograph, signature, educational certificates, and Scouts & Guides certificates [citation:2].
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee online [citation:2].
- Submit: Review and submit the application before 18 October 2026 (11:59 PM) [citation:1].
📌 Important Notes
- The 40 marks for certificates are assessed based on events beyond the minimum eligibility [citation:3].
- The examination will be held separately for Level-1 and Level-2. Candidates applying for both will sit two papers [citation:3].
- Date of birth must match the SSC/SSLC/Matriculation certificate exactly. No change is allowed later [citation:3].
- Selected candidates are subject to medical fitness as per Railway standards.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment drive by Southern Railway, RRC Chennai, for Level-1 and Level-2 posts under the Scouts & Guides Quota for the year 2026-27 [citation:1].
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies?
There are a total of 17 vacancies – 14 under Southern Railway and 3 under Integral Coach Factory (ICF) [citation:1].
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 18 October 2026 (11:59 PM) [citation:1].
Q4. What is the application fee?
General/OBC/EWS: ₹500 (₹400 refundable). SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Minorities/EBC: ₹250 (₹250 refundable on appearing in exam) [citation:5].
Q5. What is the required educational qualification?
Level-2: 12th pass with 50% marks (relaxation for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen), or Matriculation + ITI/Act Apprenticeship for technical categories. Level-1: 10th pass, ITI, or NAC from NCVT [citation:1].
Q6. What is the Scouts & Guides qualification required?
President's Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge holder. Must be an active member for 5 years, have a Certificate of Activeness, and attended 2 National/All India Railway events and 2 State-level events [citation:1].
Q7. What is the age limit?
Level-2: 18-30 (UR), 18-33 (OBC), 18-35 (SC/ST). Level-1: 18-33 (UR), 18-36 (OBC), 18-38 (SC/ST) as on 01.01.2027 [citation:1].
Q8. What is the salary for these posts?
Pay as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Level-1 and Level-2 posts are regular Indian Railways appointments. The notification gives only the pay level; exact rupee amounts are not printed [citation:3].
Q9. What is the selection process?
Written/Hybrid Examination (60 marks) + Marks for Scouts & Guides certificates (40 marks). Total 100 marks [citation:3].
Q10. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/3rd of the marks allotted for an objective question is deducted for every wrong answer [citation:3].
Q11. What is the exam pattern?
40 objective questions (40 marks) + 1 essay question (20 marks). Duration: 1 hour. Topics: Scouts & Guides organisation and General Knowledge. Language: Hindi or English [citation:3].
Q12. How can I apply for this recruitment?
Apply online through the official RRC Chennai website: www.rrcmas.in or the application portal: iroams.com before 18 October 2026 [citation:2].
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