Railway Recruitment Cell, North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur has released Employment Notice No. NER/RRC/SG/2026-27 dated 06.10.2026 for recruitment against the Scouts & Guides Quota for the year 2026-27. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens for Group 'C' posts in Level-2 (Grade Pay-1900) and erstwhile Group 'D' posts in Level-1 (Grade Pay-1800) in North Eastern Railway and Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi. The online application opens on 07.10.2026 at 11:00 hrs and closes on 06.11.2026 at 18:00 hrs.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
- Who is recruiting? Railway Recruitment Cell, North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur.
- Which posts? Group 'C' posts in Level-2 (Grade Pay-1900) and erstwhile Group 'D' posts in Level-1 (Grade Pay-1800). Individual post names are not specified in the notification.
- How many vacancies? 3 posts at Level-2 and 8 posts at Level-1, i.e. 11 posts in total (total calculated from the unit-wise table in the notification; the notification does not state a combined total).
- Who can apply? Eligible Indian citizens who meet the educational and Scouting-Guiding qualifications and the age limit.
- Application start date: 07.10.2026, 11:00 hrs.
- Last date: 06.11.2026, 18:00 hrs.
- Application mode: Online, through the link on www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Job location: North Eastern Railway, BLW/Varanasi, and the Izzatnagar, Lucknow and Varanasi Divisions of NER.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur |
| Recruitment Name | Recruitment against Scouts & Guides Quota for the year 2026-27 |
| Employment Notice No. | NER/RRC/SG/2026-27 |
| Notice Date | 06.10.2026 |
| Posts | Group 'C' posts in Level-2 (Grade Pay-1900) and erstwhile Group 'D' posts in Level-1 (Grade Pay-1800) |
| Total Vacancies | 11 (3 at Level-2 + 8 at Level-1, as per the unit-wise table) |
| Units | N. E. Railway; BLW/Varanasi; Izzatnagar Division, NER; Lucknow Division, NER; Varanasi Division, NER |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (CBT, 60 marks) + Marks on Certificates (40 marks), followed by Document Verification and medical examination |
| Official Website | www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in |
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Employment Notice Date | 06.10.2026 |
| Opening Date and Time of Online Application | 07.10.2026, 11:00 hrs |
| Closing Date and Time of Online Application | 06.11.2026, 18:00 hrs |
| Age Calculation Date | 01.01.2027 |
| Written Examination (CBT) Date | Not specified in the notification |
The last date to apply is 06.11.2026 up to 18:00 hrs. All certificates must be issued on or before the last date of online application. Educational or Scouting/Guiding qualifications and certificates acquired after the last date of application will not be considered.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Vacancy 2026
The notification lists vacancies unit-wise for Level-2 (Group 'C', Grade Pay-1900) and Level-1 (erstwhile Group 'D', Grade Pay-1800).
| S. No. | Unit / Division | Level-2 Group 'C' Posts (GP-1900) | Level-1 Erstwhile Group 'D' Posts (GP-1800) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N. E. Railway | 02 | - |
| 2 | BLW/Varanasi | 01 | 02 |
| 3 | Izzatnagar Division, NER | - | 02 |
| 4 | Lucknow Division, NER | - | 02 |
| 5 | Varanasi Division, NER | - | 02 |
| Total (calculated) | 03 | 08 |
As per the notification, no posts are reserved for any particular community. A candidate can apply for both Level-2 and Level-1 posts, but must submit separate applications for each, along with a separate examination fee.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil both the educational qualification for the level they are applying for and the Scouting-Guiding qualifications. Candidates must ensure that they meet all eligibility norms before applying.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Educational Qualification
| Level of Post | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Level-2 (Group 'C') |
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| Level-1 (erstwhile Group 'D') | Matriculation (10th pass) OR ITI or its equivalent OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT. |
Scouting-Guiding Qualifications (Level-2 and Level-1)
- President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) holder in any section.
- Should have been an active member of a Scouts Organization for the last 05 years. The "Certificate of activeness" should be in the prescribed format as per Annexure – A.
- Should have attended two events at National Level OR All Indian Railways' Level AND two events at State Level.
Note: In terms of Railway Board's letter no. E(NG)II/2023/RR-2/1 dated 10.04.2024, candidates with provisional certificates of a President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) holder are provisionally allowed to participate in the selection procedure. However, their empanelment/appointment will be regulated as per the procedure laid down in Para l(iii) of the Board's instructions dated 07.02.2000.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 01.01.2027.
| Post Level | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Level-2 (Group 'C') | 18 to 30 years |
| Level-1 (erstwhile Group 'D') | 18 to 33 years |
Age Relaxation
The upper age limit is relaxable as follows, subject to submission of the requisite certificates:
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST candidates | 05 years |
| OBC (NCL) candidates | 03 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to the extent of service rendered in Defence plus 03 years, provided they have put in more than 06 months' service after attestation |
| Candidates ordinarily domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | 05 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years (13 years for OBC (NCL) and 15 years for SC/ST) |
| Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from husband but not remarried | Upper age limit of 35 years for UR, 38 years for OBC (NCL) and 40 years for SC/ST |
| Serving Railway Staff, casual labour and substitutes with minimum 3 years' service (continued or in broken spells) | Upper age limit of 40 years for UR, 43 years for OBC (NCL) and 45 years for SC/ST |
| Those working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway | Up to the length of service, subject to a maximum of 05 years |
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Women, Minorities and Economically Backward Classes | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 to candidates who actually appear in the written examination |
| All other candidates | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 to candidates who actually appear in the written examination |
The fee must be deposited as per the instructions on the web page of the online application form. After depositing the fee, the candidate should log in again and take a printout of the application form for future reference. A separate fee is payable for each application (Level-2 and Level-1). Minority and EBC candidates claiming fee waiver must submit the declaration/certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure – I and Annexure – II) at the time of document verification. The notification does not specify the payment modes.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Salary
The notification mentions only the Level and Grade Pay of the posts: Level-2 (Grade Pay-1900) for Group 'C' posts and Level-1 (Grade Pay-1800) for erstwhile Group 'D' posts. The exact monthly salary, allowances and other benefits are not specified in the provided notification.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Selection Process
Candidates found eligible will be assessed on the basis of a written examination (60 marks) and marks on certificates (40 marks), for a total of 100 marks. Candidates found eligible for appointment must also pass the prescribed medical examination conducted by the Railway administration.
Written Examination (60 Marks)
- Separate Computer Based Tests (CBT) will be conducted for Level-2 (Group 'C') and Level-1 (erstwhile Group 'D') posts.
- The paper consists of 40 objective type questions (40 marks) and 01 essay type question (20 marks) relating to the Scouts and Guides organization and its activities and General Knowledge, as per the syllabus.
- 01 mark is awarded for each correct answer and 1/3 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. There is no negative marking for the essay type question.
- The minimum qualifying marks in the written examination for all candidates are 40%.
Marks on Certificates (40 Marks)
| Criteria | Maximum Marks | Marking Details |
|---|---|---|
| Participation/Service rendered in National Events/National Jamboree (including All Indian Railway Events) | 10 | First two certificates (minimum eligibility qualification): Nil; one additional event: 07; two or more additional events: 10 |
| Participation/Service rendered in State Events/Rallies | 10 | First two certificates (minimum eligibility qualification): Nil; one additional event: 07; two or more additional events: 10 |
| Specialized Scouts/Guides course organized at National/State/All Indian Railways level | 10 | One course: 07; two or more courses: 10 |
| Participation in District Rallies | 10 | One certificate: Nil; two certificates: 07; three certificates: 10 |
| Total | 40 | Written Examination 60 + Marks on Certificates 40 = 100 Marks |
Next Stage and Merit List
- Based on written examination performance, candidates equal to 5 times the number of vacancies will be called for Document Verification, separately for Level-2 and Level-1 posts.
- Empanelment will be made in order of merit, prepared according to the overall marks obtained in the Written Examination and Marks on Certificates.
Syllabus for Written Examination (Level-2 and Level-1)
The notification lists the following topics: History of Scouting/Guiding; Law and promise; Organisation – 'District & State level'; Training Center – 'District and State level'; Knowledge of Books; Scouting for Boys/Guiding for Girls in India; Motto; Left handshake; Salute; Prayer; Flag song; National Anthem; Know the National and Scouting Flags; Social services at various occasions; Hiking; Proficiency Badges, How these are earned?; Stages in Scouting/Guiding; Thinking Day; Progressive Training of Scouts/Guides/Rovers/Rangers; Pioneering; Handicrafts; Indian Railway Jamborette; National Jamboree; Jamboree On the Air; Organisation at National Level; National training Centers, WAGGGS/WOSM – Uprashtrapati Award Competition; Prime Minister Shield Competition; Community Development Programs; Aims and Methods of Scouting; How Scouting is useful in producing better citizens?
How to Apply for NER Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026
The online application link is available on North Eastern Railway's website, www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in. The notification gives no separate direct link, so candidates should apply through the website.
- Visit the official website www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in and open the online application link.
- Carefully read all the instructions before filling the online application form.
- Fill in the form following the step-by-step procedure given on the webpage, completing all required fields carefully.
- Upload a scanned recent coloured photograph, signature and all relevant marksheets/certificates at the prescribed place.
- Deposit the requisite examination fee as per the instructions on the web page.
- After depositing the fee, log in again and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Candidates applying for both Level-2 and Level-1 posts must submit separate applications with separate fees.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Apply Online
Online applications can be submitted from 07.10.2026 (11:00 hrs) to 06.11.2026 (18:00 hrs) through www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in. Applications are accepted only in online mode.
Important Instructions and General Conditions
- Candidates should ensure they fulfil all eligibility norms before applying. Qualifications/certificates acquired after the last date of application will not be considered.
- A candidate will be called for the written examination only if considered to fulfil all eligibility criteria as per the application. Candidature remains provisional until certificates are examined at document verification.
- Verification of all documents/certificates is mandatory for appointment. Original documents/certificates must be produced at document verification. No additional time will be given, and candidature of such candidates is liable to be forfeited.
- Candidates giving false information or suppressing facts will be disqualified, their candidature cancelled at any stage, and they are liable to debarment and legal action. Candidates attempting fraud/impersonation are liable to be debarred from future Railway recruitment examinations.
- Candidates found eligible for appointment must pass the prescribed medical examination conducted by the Railway administration.
- Mere selection and recommendation for appointment does not confer any right to recruitment/appointment in Railway.
- A Second class free journey pass from the nearest Railway station mentioned in the application form will be issued to SC and ST candidates whenever they are called at any stage of recruitment.
- Persons appointed against the Scouts & Guides Quota to the category of clerks must acquire the prescribed typing proficiency within two years from the date of appointment. Their appointment will be provisional subject to this, and no additional time will be given; services of those who fail will be summarily terminated.
- In case of difference between the English and Hindi versions of the Employment Notice, the English version is applicable.
- The decision of RRC/NER on eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, issue of free journey pass, penalty for false information, mode of selection, conduct of examinations, allotment of examination centre and all other recruitment matters is final and binding. No enquiry or correspondence will be entertained.
- Any legal issues fall within the jurisdiction of the Central Administrative Tribunal, Allahabad.
- Candidates should visit www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in regularly for information and updates.
Annexures Attached to the Notification
- Annexure – A: Format of Certificate of Activeness (to be certified by the Group Leader, District Organising Commissioner and District Commissioner, with name, date and rubber stamp).
- Annexure – I: Declaration proforma for waiver of examination fee by Minority candidates, to be submitted at document verification. Such candidates must furnish a Minority Community Declaration affidavit on Non-Judicial Stamp paper stating that they belong to a minority community notified by the Central Government (Muslim / Sikh / Christian / Buddhist / Jain / Zoroastrians (Parsis)).
- Annexure – II: Income Certificate proforma for waiver of examination fee by Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates, to be submitted at document verification. EBC means candidates whose family income is less than ₹50,000 per annum. The certificate may be issued by: (1) District Magistrate or any other Revenue Officer up to the level of Tahsildar; (2) Sitting Member of Parliament of Lok Sabha for persons of their own Constituency; (3) Sitting Member of Parliament of Rajya Sabha for persons of the district in which the MP normally resides; (4) Union Minister for any person from anywhere in the country.
NER Scouts & Guides Quota Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (English) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
