Overview
Southern Railway has released a recruitment notification for the post of Southern Railway Scouts and Guides Quota (17 vacancies). Eligible candidates with 10th, 12th, ITI, NAC or Act Apprenticeship, depending on the level can apply online before 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Key Details
- Organization
- Southern Railway
- Qualification
- 10th, 12th, ITI, NAC or Act Apprenticeship, depending on the level
- Vacancies
- 17
- Posted
- 19 September 2026 at 9:00 AM
- Last date to apply
- 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 19 September 2026 at 9:00 AM |
| Last Date | 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Online Application Starting Date | 19 September 2026 at 9:00 AM |
| Online Application Closing Date | 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM |
Age Limit
Post Level: UR | OBC | SC/ST Level 2: 18 to 30 years | 18 to 33 years | 18 to 35 years Level 1: 18 to 33 years | 18 to 36 years | 18 to 38 years
Application Fee
Candidate Category: Application Fee | Refund Provision All candidates except the concessional categories listed below: Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges to eligible candidates who appear in the examination. SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities and Economically Backward Classes: Rs. 250 | The fee will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges to eligible candidates who appear in the examination. The application fee must be paid online through the payment gateway. Candidates who apply separately for both Level 1 and Level 2 must pay the applicable fee separately for each application.
Selection Process
Written/Hybrid Examination and assessment of Scouts and Guides certificates
How to Apply
• Visit the RRC Chennai website at www.rrcmas.in. • Open Employment Notice No. RRC-01/S&G/2026-27. • Read the detailed eligibility conditions and application instructions. • Complete the online registration using an active mobile number and email address. • Select Level 1 or Level 2 and enter the required details. • Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting certificates. • Pay the applicable examination fee through the online payment gateway. • Review the application carefully and submit it before 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM. • Save or print the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions
• Candidates may apply for both Level 1 and Level 2 if they satisfy the respective eligibility requirements. • A separate application and examination fee must be submitted for each level. • Candidates should maintain an active personal mobile number and email address throughout the recruitment process. • Applications with incomplete information, an invalid photograph or an invalid signature may be rejected. • Original certificates must be produced during document verification. • Admission at every recruitment stage will be provisional and subject to eligibility verification. • Canvassing, impersonation or submission of false documents will lead to disqualification. • Candidates should regularly check the RRC Chennai website for examination and recruitment updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Southern Railway Scouts and Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 17 Posts?
Application Start Date: 19 September 2026 at 9:00 AM; Last Date: 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM; Online Application Starting Date: 19 September 2026 at 9:00 AM; Online Application Closing Date: 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM
What is the application fee?
Candidate Category: Application Fee | Refund Provision All candidates except the concessional categories listed below: Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges to eligible candidates who appear in the examination. SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Female, Transgender, Minorities and Economically Backward Classes: Rs. 250 | The fee will be refunded after deducting applicable bank charges to eligible candidates who appear in the examination. The application fee must be paid online through the payment gateway. Candidates who apply separately for both Level 1 and Level 2 must pay the applicable fee separately for each application.
What is the age limit?
18 to 38 years, depending on the post level and category
What is the selection process?
Written/Hybrid Examination and assessment of Scouts and Guides certificates