SWR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026 - Apply for 11 Posts
Facts checked: against the official notice at rrchubli.in on 14 November 2026.
Quick Summary
| Item | Details | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Update Type | Recruitment notification | What this post is about |
| Organisation | South Western Railway | Body conducting this recruitment notification |
| Post / Exam | Group-C (Level-2) and Erstwhile Group-D (Level-1) - Scouts & Guides Quota | Name of the post, exam or programme |
| Advertisement No. | SWR/P-HQ/Scouts & Guides/26-27 | Official notification reference number |
| Total Vacancies | 11 | Number of posts or seats announced |
| Application Mode | Online | How to apply (online or offline) |
| Last Date | 13.12.2026 (23:59 hours) | Final day to submit the application |
| Application Fee (General / OBC / EWS) | Rs.500/- (Rs.400/- refundable on appearing in written examination after bank charges) | Fee for unreserved and OBC/EWS candidates |
| Application Fee (SC / ST / PwD) | Rs.250/- (refundable on appearing in written examination after bank charges) | Fee for SC, ST and PwD candidates |
| Application Fee (Female) | Rs.250/- (refundable on appearing in written examination after bank charges) | Fee for female candidates |
| Age Limit | Level-2: 18-30 years as on 01.01.2027 (born 02.01.1997 to 01.01.2009); Level-1: 18-33 years as on 01.01.2027 (born 02.01.1994 to 01.01.2009); relaxation for SC… | Minimum and maximum age allowed |
| Salary / Stipend | Level-2 (7th CPC, Grade Pay Rs.1900) and Level-1 (7th CPC, Grade Pay Rs.1800) of Railway Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016 | Pay scale or monthly stipend offered |
| Eligibility | Level-2 (Group-C): Passed 12th (+2) with 50% marks (50% not required for SC/ST/Ex-servicemen and graduates/postgraduates) OR Matriculation plus Course Complete… | Minimum qualification needed to apply |
| Selection Process | Written Test: 40 objective questions (40 marks) in CBT/TBT + 1 essay (20 marks) - total 60 marks → Marks on certificates: participation/service in National/Sta… | Stages candidates go through |
| Official Website | rrchubli.in | Apply and download the official notification here |
| Notification PDF | rrchubli.in | Read the full official notification |
South Western Railway (SWR) will close online applications for 11 Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D posts under the Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27 on 13 December 2026 at 23:59 hours. The recruitment is for Indian nationals with active Scouts & Guides credentials for Level-2 and Level-1 posts in SWR and Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka, as per the official notification PDF.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026: Short Details of Notification
South Western Railway (SWR) has notified Group-C (Level-2) and Erstwhile Group-D (Level-1) recruitment against the Scouts & Guides Quota for 2026-27, as per the official notification.
The advertisement number is SWR/P-HQ/Scouts & Guides/26-27 for a total of 11 posts. Applications are invited online only, and the posts are meant for President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge holders with continuous active membership and event participation.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026 Important Dates
The recruitment follows a short online window notified in November 2026, as per the official notification.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14.11.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13.12.2026 (23:59 hours) |
The notification was issued on 14 November 2026 and the online form closes on 13 December 2026 at 23:59 hours. This is an online-only schedule with no other mode stated, so entries submitted after the closing time will not be part of this quota.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026 Application Fee
The fee depends on community and gender category, with a refund linked to appearing in the written examination, as per the official notification.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs.500/- (Rs.400/- refundable on appearing in written examination after bank charges) |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs.250/- (refundable on appearing in written examination after bank charges) |
| Female | Rs.250/- (refundable on appearing in written examination after bank charges) |
| Payment Mode | Online - internet banking or debit/credit cards |
General, OBC and EWS applicants pay Rs.500, of which Rs.400 is refundable after bank charges on appearing, while SC, ST, PwD and female applicants pay Rs.250 which is refundable on the same condition. Payment is online only through internet banking or debit/credit cards, so keep the fee payment receipt for upload.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026 Age Limit and Relaxation
Age is counted as on 1 January 2027 and the upper limit differs for the two levels, as per the official notification.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Level-2: 18-30 years as on 01.01.2027 (born 02.01.1997 to 01.01.2009); Level-1: 18-33 years as on 01.01.2027 (born 02.01.1994 to 01.01.2009… |
Level-2 allows 18 to 30 years, covering births from 2 January 1997 to 1 January 2009, while Level-1 allows 18 to 33 years, covering births from 2 January 1994 to 1 January 2009. Relaxation is available to SC/ST, OBC, ex-servicemen, PwBD and others only on production of certificates in the prescribed annexures.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026 Vacancy Details
The 11 posts are split between the two pay levels, with most posts at the Level-1 stage, as per the official notification.
| Post / Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Group-C - Level-2 | 03 |
| Erstwhile Group-D - Level-1 | 08 |
| Total | 11 |
Group-C Level-2 has 3 posts and Erstwhile Group-D Level-1 has 8 posts. Applicants must choose the level for which both educational and Scouts & Guides conditions are met, because eligibility and age are level-specific.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility has two independent parts and both must be satisfied for the level applied for.
- Level-2 (Group-C): Passed 12th (+2) with 50% marks (50% not required for SC/ST/Ex-servicemen and graduates/postgraduates) OR Matriculation plus Course Completed Act Apprenticeship/ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT for Technical categories
- Level-1 (Erstwhile Group-D): 10th Pass OR ITI OR equivalent OR National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT
- Scouts & Guides: President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger OR Himalayan Wood Badge holder + active member for last 5 years + attended two National/All Indian Railways level and two State level events
- Age as on 01.01.2027: 18-30 years for Level-2, 18-33 years for Level-1 with relaxation to reserved categories on production of certificates
Education
Level-2 needs 12th pass with the notified percentage condition or, for technical categories, Matriculation with Course Completed Act Apprenticeship or ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT. Level-1 accepts 10th pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate granted by NCVT.
Scouts & Guides standing
Only President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge holders with five years of active membership and the notified combination of National/All Indian Railways level and State level events qualify. The Certificate of Activeness in Annexure-I is the key proof here; without it, academic qualification alone does not count.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026 Selection Process
Selection is on a 100-mark structure followed by fitness and verification, as per the official notification.
- Written Test: 40 objective questions (40 marks) in CBT/TBT + 1 essay (20 marks) - total 60 marks
- Marks on certificates: participation/service in National/State events, specialized courses, district rallies - total 40 marks (Grand total 100 marks)
- Medical fitness examination
- Document Verification with original birth, education, Scouts & Guides and other certificates
Written test and certificates weightage
The written paper has objective questions in CBT/TBT mode plus one essay, and a separate 40-mark component is awarded for certificates of participation, service, specialised courses and district rallies.
Final stages
Qualifying in the written and certificate assessment leads to document verification with original birth, education and Scouts & Guides certificates, and a medical fitness examination. Failure to produce originals or to meet fitness ends the candidature even with high marks.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026 Salary and Pay Scale
Pay is under the Railway Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016 linked to the 7th Central Pay Commission, as per the official notification.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay / Stipend | Level-2 (7th CPC, Grade Pay Rs.1900) and Level-1 (7th CPC, Grade Pay Rs.1800) of Railway Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016 |
Level-2 carries Grade Pay Rs.1900 and Level-1 carries Grade Pay Rs.1800. This determines the entry pay matrix for SWR and Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka posts under this quota.
How to Apply Online for SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026
Online application is through the Railway Recruitment Cell, Hubballi portal linked in the official notification.
- Go to the official website and open the Scouts & Guides Quota 2026-27 notice.
- Read the level-wise education and Scouts & Guides conditions and select Level-2 or Level-1.
- Register with a valid mobile number and email ID for login and OTPs.
- Fill personal details, date of birth as per 10th certificate, and community/category for fee and relaxation.
- Upload photograph, signature with left thumb impression, Aadhaar, and single-PDF sets for education and Scouts & Guides certificates.
- Upload community, fee exemption or age relaxation certificates in the applicable annexure format where claimed.
- Pay the fee online via internet banking or debit/credit card and save the receipt.
- Submit before the closing time and download the submitted form and receipt.
Documents Required for SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026
Documents are uploaded as separate size-specific files and combined PDFs, so prepare them before starting the form.
- Passport size colour photograph (20-50 kb)
- Signature and LTI (20-50 kb)
- Aadhaar Card
- 10th certificate / Date of Birth proof
- Academic qualification certificates (Single PDF)
- Scouts & Guides qualification certificates including Certificate of Activeness (Annexure-I, Single PDF)
- Community / fee exemption / age relaxation certificates (Annexures A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H) where claimed
- Fee payment receipt
Scan and merge rules
Photograph and signature with left thumb impression each follow the notified kb limit, while academic records go as one PDF and all Scouts & Guides proofs including the Activeness certificate go as another single PDF.
Identity and claim proofs
Aadhaar, 10th certificate for date of birth, and fee receipt are mandatory, with community and relaxation certificates in Annexures A to H only where a claim is made. Mismatched names or missing Annexure-I activeness proof are common reasons for rejection under this quota.
SWR Group-C and Erstwhile Group-D (Scouts & Guides Quota) 2026 Important Links
All actions for this quota run through the RRC Hubballi portal and the PDF notice, as per the official notification.
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Website | rrchubli.in |
| Notification PDF | rrchubli.in |
Use the RRC SWR website for the application link and further notices, and download notification to verify dates, fee refund terms, annexures and event criteria. Refer to the official notification where any detail, such as exam centre or written test date, is not listed in the tables.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for South Western Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026-27?
Applications must be submitted online by 13.12.2026 at 23:59 hours.
How many vacancies are available in SWR Scouts & Guides Recruitment 2026-27?
There are 11 posts in total, comprising 3 Group-C Level-2 posts and 8 Erstwhile Group-D Level-1 posts.
Who is eligible for SWR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026-27?
Level-2 requires 12th with 50% marks or Matriculation with Act Apprenticeship/ITI, while Level-1 requires 10th pass or ITI or NAC. All candidates must hold President Scout/Guide or Wood Badge credentials with 5 years active membership and meet age 18-30 for Level-2 and 18-33 for Level-1 as on 01.01.2027.
What is the application fee for South Western Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment?
The fee is Rs.500 for General/OBC/EWS and Rs.250 for SC/ST/PwD and female candidates, with partial refund on appearing in the written test after bank charges. Payment must be made online through internet banking or debit/credit cards.
What is the pay scale for SWR Scouts & Guides Quota posts?
Appointees will draw pay in Level-2 carrying Grade Pay Rs.1900 and Level-1 carrying Grade Pay Rs.1800 under the 7th CPC Railway Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016.
How to apply for South Western Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026-27?
Candidates must submit their application online through the RRC SWR website before the last date. Uploads of photograph, signature, educational and Scouts & Guides certificates and fee receipt must follow the sizes and formats given in the notification.
What is the selection process for SWR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026-27?
Selection is based on a 60-mark written test in CBT/TBT mode comprising 40 objective questions and one essay, plus 40 marks for Scouts & Guides certificates. Shortlisted candidates must then qualify in document verification and medical fitness examination.
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