The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway has released the official notification for Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025–26. This recruitment drive offers 13 vacancies for candidates who have Scouting or Guiding qualifications along with the required educational eligibility. These vacancies are available in Level-2 (Group C) and Level-1 (Group D) categories. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 9 July to 8 August 2025 through the official website www.rrcer.org.
RRC ER Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway |
| Recruitment Year | 2025–2026 |
| Quota | Scouts & Guides Quota |
| Total Vacancies | 13 |
| Post Levels | Level-2 (Group C), Level-1 (Group D) |
| Notification No. | RRC/ER/Scouts & Guides Quota/2025-2026 |
| Notification Date | 02 July 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 09 July 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Application Last Date | 08 August 2025 (6:00 PM) |
| Written Exam Date | 2nd Week of October 2025 |
| Official Website | www.rrcer.org |
RRC ER Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post Level | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-2 (Group C) | 12th pass with 50% marks OR 10th + ITI/NAC + Scouting/Guiding Qualification |
| Level-1 (Group D) | 10th pass OR 10th + ITI/NAC + Scouting/Guiding Qualification |
Candidates must hold Scouting or Guiding Qualification recognized by the competent authority as per Indian Railways norms.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
| Category | Level-2 (Group C) | Level-1 (Group D) |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 18 to 30 years | 18 to 33 years |
| OBC | 18 to 33 years | 18 to 36 years |
| SC/ST | 18 to 35 years | 18 to 38 years |
RRC ER Recruitment 2025 Apply Online
- Visit the official website: www.rrcer.org
- Click on “Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025” under the recruitment section
- Register using your email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, academic, and scouting details
- Upload the necessary documents in prescribed format
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download a copy for reference
Application Fee
| Category | Fee | Refund Condition |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹500/- | ₹400/- refunded after appearing in written exam |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ExSM / Women / EBC | ₹250/- | Full refund after written exam |
Payment should be made online through UPI, Net Banking, or Debit/Credit Card.
Documents Required
- Scanned photograph and signature
- Class 10th or 12th mark sheet and certificate
- ITI or NAC certificate (if applicable)
- Scouting/Guiding qualification certificate
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)
RRC ER Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection will be based on:
- Written Examination (Objective type questions from General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning, and Scouting/Guiding)
- Marks on Certificates (Scouting and Guiding certificates will carry additional weightage)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The final merit list will be based on the marks secured in the written test and marks allotted for scouting qualifications.
Salary Structure
| Post Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Level-2 (Group C) | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 (Pay Matrix Level-2) |
| Level-1 (Group D) | ₹18,000 to ₹56,900 (Pay Matrix Level-1) |
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive DA, HRA, and other allowances as per railway norms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Anyone with the required educational qualification and recognized scouting/guiding certificate can apply.
The last date to submit the application is 08 August 2025 by 6:00 PM.
Yes, ₹400/- is refunded for General/OBC/EWS (male) and full ₹250/- for others after appearing in the written exam.
There are 13 vacancies, with 3 in Level-2 and 10 in Level-1.
The selection will be through a written test, followed by document verification and medical exam.
The RRC ER Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for youth involved in Scouts and Guides activities to secure a government job in Indian Railways. With minimal application fees and a fair selection process, interested candidates should not miss this chance. Apply before the deadline and prepare well for the exam to join Eastern Railway under the special Scouts & Guides quota.
For updates and application, visit www.rrcer.org regularly.