Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 17 Level-1 & Level-2 Posts

Railway Recruitment Cell, Chennai (RRC MAS) has invited online applications under Employment Notice No. RRC-01/S&G/2026-27 for 17 permanent posts in Level-1 and Level-2 against the Scouts & Guides Quota on Southern Railway and Integral Coach Factory (ICF). Online applications open on 19.09.2026 (09:00 AM) and close on 18.10.2026 (11:59 PM) at rrcmas.in. Southern Railway Scouts and Guides Quota 2026 recruitment thumbnail, 17 posts, last date 18 October 2026. Official Notification PDF: Download Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Notification PDF

Recruitment Name: Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota – EN RRC-01/S&G/2026-27

17 Posts – Level-2 (3) + Level-1 (14) in Southern Railway & ICF under Scouts & Guides Quota

Short Summary: Southern Railway / RRC Chennai Scouts & Guides Quota 2026 (EN RRC-01/S&G/2026-27): apply online for 17 Level-1 & Level-2 posts. Last date 18 October 2026 11:59 PM. Written/hybrid exam + Scouts & Guides certificate assessment.

Important Dates – Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota 2026
Employment Notice:RRC-01/S&G/2026-27
Online Application Starts:19.09.2026 (09:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online:18.10.2026 (11:59 PM)
Age Reckoned As On:01.01.2027
Apply Portal:rrcmas.in

Application Fee
All candidates (except concessional categories):₹500/- (₹400 refunded after appearing in exam, bank charges extra)
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Female / Transgender / Minorities / EBC:₹250/- (refunded after appearing in exam, bank charges extra)
Payment Mode:Online gateway only (separate fee if applying for both Level-1 & Level-2)
Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal.

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Important Links
Apply Online: Apply Online – rrcmas.in
Download Official Notification PDF: Download Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Notification PDF
Official Website: Visit RRC Chennai Official Website
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Vacancy Details (Total: 17)

Railway UnitPay LevelPosts
Southern RailwayLevel-22
Southern RailwayLevel-112
Integral Coach Factory (ICF)Level-21
Integral Coach Factory (ICF)Level-12
Grand Total17

12 SR Level-1 posts: two each for Chennai, Tiruchchirappalli, Madurai, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram and Salem divisions.


Educational & Scouts–Guides Qualification

Post LevelEssential Qualification
Level-212th with ≥50% (not for SC/ST/ESM/higher qual); OR Matric + Act Apprenticeship/NCVT ITI.
Level-1Class 10 / ITI / NCVT NAC / Class 10 with ITI/NAC.
Scouts & GuidesPresident’s Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge; 5 years active; 2 National + 2 State events.

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027)

LevelUROBCSC/ST
Level-218–3018–3318–35
Level-118–3318–3618–38

Extra relaxation for Railway employees, widows/divorced women, J&K, Casual Admin, ESM, PwBD as per notice.


Southern Railway Level-1 (7th CPC) In-Hand Salary

7th Pay Matrix Level 7 Basic Pay: ₹18,000 DA: 55% Active
X Cities (Metro)

₹35,580

Net Monthly Take-Home
Y Cities (Urban)

₹30,990

Net Monthly Take-Home
Z Cities (Rural/Small)

₹29,190

Net Monthly Take-Home
Compensation Component X Cities (Tier 1) Y Cities (Tier 2) Z Cities (Tier 3)
Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances (Gross Additions)
+Basic Pay ₹18,000 ₹18,000 ₹18,000
+Dearness Allowance (DA @ 55%) ₹9,900 ₹9,900 ₹9,900
+House Rent Allowance (HRA) ₹5,400 (30%) ₹3,600 (20%) ₹1,800 (10%)
+Transport Allowance (TPT + DA) ₹5,580 ₹2,790 ₹2,790
Total Gross Monthly Salary ₹38,880 ₹34,290 ₹32,490
Part 2: Government Deductions (Monthly Recoveries)
-NPS Contribution (10% Basic + DA) ₹2,790 ₹2,790 ₹2,790
-CGHS (Medical Benefits) ₹450 ₹450 ₹450
-CGEGIS (Insurance Fund) ₹60 ₹60 ₹60
-Estimated Monthly Income Tax (TDS) ₹0 ₹0 ₹0
Total Monthly Deductions ₹3,300 ₹3,300 ₹3,300
Net In-Hand Salary (Take Home) ₹35,580 ₹30,990 ₹29,190
City Categorization:
• X Cities (30% HRA): Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad.
• Y Cities (20% HRA): All state capitals and cities with population > 500,000.
• Z Cities (10% HRA): Small towns, districts, and rural postings.
Current Allowances & Deductions:
• Dearness Allowance: Active at 55% of Basic Pay.
• NPS: 10% mandatory employee deduction (matched with 14% Government contribution).
• TDS: Estimated under standard slab rates with standard deduction applied.

Written / Hybrid Exam Pattern

ComponentDetailsMarks
Objective40×1; 1 hour; −1/3 wrong40
EssayOne essay20
WrittenQualifying UR 40%; OBC/SC/ST 30%60
Scout certificatesNational/State/courses/District (max 10 each)40
Total100

Syllabus Overview

Objective: general awareness/aptitude as notified. Essay: writing ability. Certificate marks for Scout activities listed in the notice.


Selection Process

1. Online Application on rrcmas.in with fee.
2. Written/Hybrid Exam (60) + Scout certificate assessment (40).
3. DV & Medical as per Railway standards.

Exam Centres

On admit card from RRC Chennai. Updates: rrcmas.in.


How to Apply Online – Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota 2026

Step 1: Open rrcmas.in; read EN RRC-01/S&G/2026-27.
Step 2: Register; choose Level-1 and/or Level-2.
Step 3: Upload photo, signature, Scout certificates; pay fee.
Step 4: Submit before 18.10.2026 11:59 PM; print form & receipt.

Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies?
Total 17 — Level-2: 3; Level-1: 14.
Last date?
18 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
Scout certificate mandatory?
Yes — President’s Award or Himalayan Wood Badge + activeness + events.
Fee?
₹500 (₹400 refundable after appearing) / ₹250 concessional (refundable after appearing).
Both levels?
Yes if eligible — separate forms and fees.
Where?
rrcmas.in.
Southern Railway Scouts & Guides Quota 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)

Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:

  • Separate applications: Both levels need separate forms and fees.
  • Certificate proof: Upload valid Scout activeness and event certificates.
  • Age cut-off: Age as on 01.01.2027 with PDF relaxations.
  • Refund rule: Refund only after appearing in the exam.
  • Community: No separate community reservation under this quota.
  • Read full PDF: Medical, refund and Scout norms are in the official notice.

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