Southern Railway has opened a new recruitment opportunity under the Scouts and Guides Quota for eligible candidates seeking a career in the railway sector. The recruitment authority has invited applications from candidates who meet the prescribed educational, age, and Scouts and Guides eligibility conditions. Moreover, the selection process will assess candidates through a written or hybrid examination along with their Scouts and Guides achievements and certificates. Therefore, interested candidates should carefully review the official eligibility rules, selection procedure, application requirements, and other instructions before submitting their applications.
In this article, candidates can check complete details of Southern Railway Scouts and Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 such as eligibility criteria, age limit, application dates, vacancy details, selection process, salary, and how to apply.
Eligibility Details
Candidates must fulfill the following educational requirements according to the post level:
Level 2 Posts
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
- Alternatively, candidates can have Matriculation with a Course Completed Act Apprenticeship for eligible technician categories.
- Candidates can also apply with Matriculation along with an NCVT-approved ITI qualification for the prescribed technician categories.
- The 50% marks requirement does not apply to SC, ST, ex-servicemen, and candidates with qualifications higher than Class 12.
Level 1 Posts
- Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognized board.
- Alternatively, candidates can possess an ITI or equivalent qualification.
- Candidates holding a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT can also apply.
- Candidates with Class 10 + ITI or Class 10 + NAC granted by NCVT also meet the prescribed qualification criteria
Salary Details
The salary structure depends on the post level, and candidates can check the details below:
Level 2 Posts
- Basic Pay: ₹19,900 to 63,200/- per month
- Pay Level: Level 2
- Pay Matrix: 7th Central Pay Commission
- Additional Benefits: DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other admissible allowances
Level 1 Posts
- Basic Pay: ₹18,000 to 56,900/- per month
- Pay Level: Level 1
- Pay Matrix: 7th Central Pay Commission
- Additional Benefits: DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other admissible allowances
Age limit
The Railway will calculate the candidate’s age as on 1 January 2027.
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 yrs (Level 2 Posts) & 33 yrs (Level 1 Posts)
- Eligible candidates from reserved and special categories can receive additional age relaxation as per the applicable Railway rules and government guidelines.
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway.
- General Candidates: ₹500
- Concessional Categories: ₹250 for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minority and Economically Backward Class candidates.
- Refund: Candidates who appear in the examination will receive the applicable refundable amount after deduction of bank charges.
- Separate Application: Candidates applying for both Level 1 and Level 2 must submit separate applications and pay the applicable fee separately for each level.
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the examination, Scouts and Guides credentials, and the prescribed medical standards.
- Written/Hybrid Examination: Candidates will appear for an examination carrying 60 marks.
- Scouts and Guides Assessment: Eligible Scouts and Guides certificates and participation will carry 40 marks.
- Total Marks: The recruitment process will carry a maximum of 100 marks.
- Medical Examination: Candidates shortlisted for appointment must meet the required medical standards.
- Separate Examinations: Southern Railway will conduct the Level 1 and Level 2 examinations separately.
Important Dates
| Online Application Starts | Already Started |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | 18 October 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be Announced |
| Job Type | Permanent Govt Job |
How to Apply
Candidates can complete the application process online by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official RRC Chennai website.
- Open Employment Notice No. RRC-01/S&G/2026-27.
- Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
- Complete the online registration using your active mobile number and email ID.
- Select the appropriate Level 1 or Level 2 application.
- Enter your personal, educational, and Scouts and Guides details correctly.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, and supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Review all the details carefully before submitting the application form.
- Submit the application before 18 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Finally, download or print the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.
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