RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27: Eligibility, Fee, Selection and How to Apply
Are you a President Scout, Guide, Rover or Ranger who wants a railway job? The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Western Railway, Hubballi has opened applications for 11 posts against the Scouts & Guides quota: 3 posts in Level-2 (Group C) and 8 posts in Level-1 (erstwhile Group D). These are safety category posts on South Western Railway and Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka. See more Railway Jobs 2026 on our site.
The online window closes at 23:59 hours on 13 December 2026. The posts are open to all communities, with no reservation for any community. You need both an educational qualification and the Scouts & Guides qualification, so read the eligibility tables first. Read this full article carefully so you do not miss a condition, and keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for updates.
RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026-27 Key Highlights
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) at Hubballi runs this drive for South Western Railway and Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka. Selection is based on a written test and on your Scouts & Guides certificates, which carry 40 of the 100 marks.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Cell, South Western Railway, Hubballi |
| Employment Notice | SWR/P-HQ/Scouts & Guides/26-27, dated 14.11.2026 |
| Posts | Level-2 (Group C) and Level-1 (erstwhile Group D) |
| Total Vacancies | 11 (3 + 8) |
| Job Location | Anywhere on South Western Railway and Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date | 13 December 2026 (23:59 hours) |
How Many Vacancies Are There in RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27?
The notice gives vacancies by post and unit. It gives no community-wise split because there is no reservation.
| Post | Unit | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Level-2 (Group C) | South Western Railway | 2 |
| Level-2 (Group C) | Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka | 1 |
| Level-1 | Hubballi Division | 2 |
| Level-1 | Bengaluru Division | 2 |
| Level-1 | Mysuru Division | 2 |
| Level-1 | Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka | 2 |
What Is the Educational Qualification for RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27?
The two posts ask for different school-level qualifications. Pick the post that matches yours, and remember that you can apply to both with separate forms.
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Level-2 (Group C) | Passed 12th (+2) or equivalent from a recognised Board with at least 50% marks in aggregate. The 50% is not required for SC/ST/Ex-servicemen or for candidates with Graduation/Post Graduation. |
| Level-2 (alternative) | Matriculation plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship/ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT, for posts in Technical Categories only. A Diploma in Engineering is not accepted as an alternative higher qualification in the same line of training. |
| Level-1 | 10th pass OR ITI OR equivalent OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT. Selected candidates go to safety category posts. |
Candidates who are appearing in or awaiting the result of the final examination are not eligible. Anyone appointed as Clerk-cum-Typist must gain typing proficiency within two years of appointment, and the appointment stays provisional until then. Looking for similar posts? See 10th pass, 12th pass and ITI jobs.
Scouts & Guides Qualification (Needed for Both Posts)
You must meet all three conditions below, as shown in Annexure-I of the notice.
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| (a) Badge | A President Scout, Guide, Rover or Ranger, OR Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) holder in any section |
| (b) Activeness | Active member of a Scouts organisation for the last 5 years, with a Certificate of Activeness as per Annexure-I |
| (c) Events | Two events at National level OR All Indian Railways level, AND two events at State level |
Holders of a provisional certificate are provisionally allowed to take part in the selection. Their empanelment and appointment follow the rules in para 1(iii) of RRCB Circular No. 01/2000 dated 07.02.2000. The Annexure-I declaration must be verified by the Group Leader and countersigned by the State/District Commissioner or State/District Secretary (Scouts & Guides). You also declare that you will serve the Scouts & Guides movement for at least 10 years from the date of appointment.
What Is the Age Limit for RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27?
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Level-2 | 18 to 30 years (born between 02.01.1997 and 01.01.2009) |
| Level-1 | 18 to 33 years (born between 02.01.1994 and 01.01.2009) |
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The upper age limit is relaxable only if you upload the right certificates.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Ex-servicemen (over 6 months service) | UR 3, OBC-NCL 6, SC/ST 8 years, after deducting length of service |
| Serving Railway Group C / erstwhile Group D staff, substitutes and casual labour (minimum 3 years service) | Up to 40 (UR), 43 (OBC-NCL), 45 (SC/ST) years |
| Quasi-administrative Railway offices (canteens, co-operative societies, institutes) | Length of service or 5 years, whichever is less |
| Widowed, divorced or judicially separated women, not remarried | Up to 35 (UR), 38 (OBC-NCL), 40 (SC/ST) years |
| Course Completed Act Apprentices | Extent of apprentice training undergone, with usual SC/ST/OBC relaxation (Level-1 only) |
| Apprentices who became so before age 25 | Up to 35 (UR), 38 (OBC-NCL), 40 (SC/ST) years (Level-1 only) |
| PwBD (post identified suitable) | 10 years (UR), 10+3 (OBC-NCL), 10+5 (SC/ST) |
Only the date of birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary certificate, School Leaving Certificate or 12th (or equivalent) certificate is accepted. No change is allowed later.
What Is the Salary for RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27?
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Level-2 (Group C) | Level-2 (7th CPC), Grade Pay Rs 1,900 |
| Level-1 (erstwhile Group D) | Level-1 (7th CPC), Grade Pay Rs 1,800 |
The notice does not print the basic pay amount, so check the 7th CPC pay matrix before you decide.
What Is the Application Fee for RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates except those below | Rs 500 (Rs 400 refunded to those who actually appear in the written exam, after bank charges) |
| SC/ST, Ex-servicemen, PwBD, Women, Minorities, EBC | Rs 250 (refunded in full to those who actually appear in the written exam, after bank charges) |
| Proof for the Rs 250 fee | Upload Annexure-A (SC/ST), Annexure-F, G, H (PwBD), Annexure-D (Minorities) or Annexure-E (EBC: family income below Rs 50,000 a year); originals at document verification |
The notice speaks of a fee “waiver” for the Rs 250 group, but para 4(B) makes the fee Rs 250 with a refund, so plan to pay it first. Pay online by internet banking or debit/credit card, and note that bank charges are yours. If you apply for both Level-1 and Level-2, you pay separate fees. No refund goes to ineligible, erroneous, incomplete or rejected applications, or to candidates who skip the written exam. Applications without the fee are summarily rejected. Give correct bank details (beneficiary name, bank, account number, IFSC) so the refund can reach you.
What Is the Selection Process for RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27?
Selection is held separately for Level-2 and Level-1, with 60 marks for the written test and 40 for your certificates.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written Test (60 marks) | 40 objective questions (40 marks) in CBT/TBT mode, plus 1 essay (20 marks) on the Scouts & Guides organisation, its activities and General Knowledge |
| Marks on certificates (40 marks) | Four heads of 10 marks each, shown below |
| Document Verification | Originals of all certificates must be produced |
| Medical Examination | Only medically fit candidates are empanelled |
| Certificate Head (10 marks each) | Marks |
|---|---|
| National events (incl. All India Railway events) | First two certificates Nil; one extra 7; two or more extra 10 |
| State events/rallies | First two certificates Nil; one extra 7; two or more extra 10 |
| Specialised Scout/Guide course (National/State/All India Railways) | One course 7; two or more 10 |
| District rallies | One certificate Nil; two 7; three 10 |
Your certificates can earn up to 40 of the 100 marks, so list every National, State and district event properly. The notice does not state the exam duration or any negative marking. The syllabus covers the history of Scouting/Guiding, Law and Promise, organisation, proficiency badges, jamborees and awards. Candidates who fail the medical will not be considered for any alternative appointment, and selected candidates undergo the prescribed training. For prep material, see our syllabus page.
What Are the Important Dates for RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27?
The window is about four weeks long, and the written test date will be announced only on the official site. Be ready to appear at short notice, because call letter details come by SMS and e-mail on the mobile number and e-mail ID you enter in the form.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 December 2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2027 |
| Written Test | To be notified on the RRC/SWR website |
Conditions That Can Cost You the Job
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Invalid applications | Missing photo or signature, capital-letter signature, over-age or under-age, missing Annexure-I or community certificate are summarily rejected |
| Multiple applications | Several applications for the same post with changed details or photo may lead to rejection |
| Original documents | Without originals at verification you will not be allowed to appear, and your candidature will be summarily rejected |
| Community certificates | A certificate from an authority other than the authorised one makes you liable to be disqualified |
| OBC certificate | Caste certificate with Non-Creamy Layer certificate in Central Government format (Annexure-B), issued on or after 01.04.2026; if you have applied for a new one, upload the existing certificate with the Annexure-C self-declaration |
| Name mismatch | Name and father’s name must match in school/college and Scouts & Guides certificates |
| Serving employees | Apply through proper channel or with a No Objection Certificate from the employer |
| Exam venue | Mobile phones and electronic devices are prohibited; a violation cancels your candidature and can bring criminal/disciplinary action, including debarment from future examinations |
| False information | If anything you furnish is false, incorrect or suppressed, your candidature will be cancelled forthwith, and you are terminated if already appointed |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form disqualifies you |
| Travel and stay | No TA/DA or accommodation, and you may stay 4-5 days for verification and exam |
How to Apply Online for RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the RRC/SWR website (link in Essential Links) and read the notice fully |
| 2 | Go to the Scouts & Guides quota notification and click “Click here to apply” |
| 3 | Choose “New User Registration”, register, then log in |
| 4 | Fill in your details and upload photo, signature and documents |
| 5 | Click “Examination Fee”, pick your category, and pay online |
| 6 | Save or print the e-receipt and your application |
Apply separately for Level-1 and Level-2, each with its own fee. Keep your academic certificates in one PDF and your Scouts & Guides certificates with Annexure-I in another. The photo must be recent (JPG/JPEG, 20-50 KB), and the signature and LTI file also 20-50 KB. Documents in other languages need an authorised English, Hindi or Kannada translation. If your payment fails, pay again online.
Essential Links
- Download RRC SWR Scouts & Guides Quota Employment Notice PDF (14 November 2026)
- Visit RRC South Western Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you hold the Scouts & Guides badge and the right school or ITI qualification, there are only 11 seats, so apply well before 13 December 2026 and do not wait for the last evening. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the written test date and more Karnataka government jobs.