The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Southern Railway, Chennai has officially announced the Southern Railway Scouts and Guides Quota Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates can apply online for a total of 17 vacancies under Level-2 and Level-1 posts. Aspirants must carefully review the notification and submit their online applications before the deadline.
Overview
This recruitment drive is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Cell, Southern Railway, Chennai under the Scouts & Guides Quota for the year 2026-27. A total of 17 positions are available across various divisions in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Eligible candidates can complete their applications through the official website.
Important Dates
- Employment Notice Date: 19/09/2026
- Application Opening Date: 19/09/2026
- Application Closing Date: 18/10/2026
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Age Limit (as on 01-01-2027) | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level-2 Posts (Southern Railway) | 02 | UR: 18-30 yrs OBC: 18-33 yrs SC/ST: 18-35 yrs |
12th Pass (+2 stage) with 50% marks OR Matriculation + Act Apprenticeship OR Matriculation + ITI (NCVT approved). |
| Level-1 Posts (Southern Railway) | 12 | UR: 18-33 yrs OBC: 18-36 yrs SC/ST: 18-38 yrs |
10th Pass OR ITI OR equivalent OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) by NCVT (or combinations thereof). |
| Level-2 Posts (ICF) | 01 | UR: 18-30 yrs OBC: 18-33 yrs SC/ST: 18-35 yrs |
12th Pass (+2 stage) with 50% marks OR Matriculation + Act Apprenticeship OR Matriculation + ITI (NCVT approved). |
| Level-1 Posts (ICF) | 02 | UR: 18-33 yrs OBC: 18-36 yrs SC/ST: 18-38 yrs |
10th Pass OR ITI OR equivalent OR NAC granted by NCVT (or combinations thereof). |
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the required application fee through online payment gateways. Fee concessions and refund rules apply to eligible candidates who appear for the examination.
- General / Other Categories: Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400 refundable after exam appearance)
- SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC: Rs. 250/- (Fully refundable after exam appearance)
How to Apply
- Visit the RRC Chennai official website at https://rrcmas.in.
- Read all instructions carefully to verify your eligibility for the Scouts & Guides Quota.
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and scouting details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, certificates, a passport-size photograph in uniform, and your signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee online and save the generated e-receipt.
- Submit the completed application form on or before the closing date of 18/10/2026.
Source: govtjobguru.in
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