Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway Recruitment 2025

Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Classical Dancer (Kathak), Singer (Light Music). This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Location

New Delhi, Delhi

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Deadline

30th June

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Published

2nd June 2025

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Organization Details

  • Organization Name (English): Government of India, Ministry of Railways, Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway
  • Organization Name (Hindi): भारत सरकार, रेल मंत्रालय, रेलवे भर्ती सेल, नॉर्दर्न रेलवे

Designation Details

Designation (English) Designation (Hindi) Number of Posts Pay Level
Classical Dancer (Kathak) (Female) शास्त्रीय नर्तक (कथक) (महिला) 01 Level 2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Singer (Light Music) (Female) गायक (लाइट म्यूजिक) (महिला) 01 Level 2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)

Location Details

  • City: Northern Railway jurisdiction (specific city not mentioned)
  • State: Northern Railway area
  • Country: India
  • Postal Code: Not specified
  • Street Address: Not specified

Salary Details

Salary will be paid as per Level 2 of the Pay Matrix according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).

Employment Type and Service Details

  • Direct recruitment by selection under Cultural Quota.
  • Probation period: 2 years.
  • Training period: As required for the respective post.
  • Selected candidates must execute a service agreement/bond for a minimum period of 5 years.
  • Place of posting: Northern Railway jurisdiction.
  • Proficiency in typing skill in English/Hindi on computer is essential and must be acquired within 2 years for clerical category appointees; appointment is provisional until this is acquired.

Important Dates

Date of Publication 28 May 2025
Opening Date & Time for Online Registration 30 May 2025 at 00:00 Hrs
Closing Date & Time for Online Registration 30 June 2025 at 00:00 Hrs
Expected Date of Online Written Examination & Assessment of Talent July 2025

Application Process

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official website www.rrcnr.org within the specified dates. The examination fee must be paid online, and candidates should ensure the payment transaction is successfully completed. Incomplete or pending transactions will require candidates to retry the payment process.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent examination with at least 50% marks aggregate. (50% marks not mandatory for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen or candidates with higher qualifications.)
  • Typing proficiency in English or Hindi on computer is essential.

Post-wise Qualification Details

  • Classical Dancer (Kathak) (Female): Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Classical Dance (Kathak) from a government-recognized institute.
  • Singer (Light Music) (Female): Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Light Music Vocal from a government-recognized institute.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Experience in performance on All India Radio (AIR), Doordarshan, or similar platforms.
  • Prizes won at the National level.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 30 years as on 01 July 2025
  • Age Relaxation as per government rules:
    • SC/ST: 5 years
    • OBC: 3 years
    • Serving Railway Employees with minimum 3 years regular service:
      • Unreserved (UR): up to 40 years
      • SC/ST: up to 45 years
      • OBC: up to 43 years

Reservation Details

Relaxations in age and application fees are applicable for candidates belonging to SC/ST, OBC, Women, Minorities, and Economically Backward Classes (EBC) as per government norms.

  • Minorities include Muslims, Christians, Buddhists, Zoroastrians (Parsis), and Sikhs.
  • Economically Backward Classes refers to candidates whose family income is less than Rs. 50,000 per annum.

Application Fees

  • For General candidates: Rs. 500/- (Non-refundable)
  • For SC/ST, Women, Minorities, Economically Backward Classes: Rs. 250/- (Refundable only upon actual appearance in the written examination)
  • Fee must be paid online only. Service charges, if any, will be borne by the candidate.
  • Refund of examination fee will be credited back to the original payment source.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of the following stages:

Stage Description Marks
Written Test Objective type examination 50
Assessment of Talent
  • Practical Demonstration
  • Testimonial / Prizes evaluation
35 (Practical) + 15 (Testimonial) = 50

Total Marks: 100

Medical Examination

Candidates recommended for appointment must pass the medical fitness standards prescribed by the Northern Railway Administration for the post.

Additional Important Information

  • The selected candidate will be required to undergo training as per the post requirement.
  • Selected candidates must execute an agreement of service for a minimum period of 5 years.
  • Appointment will be provisional for clerical category until typing proficiency is demonstrated within 2 years.
  • Place of posting will be anywhere in Northern Railway jurisdiction.

Helpline and Contact Information

Note: No helpline numbers or contact information were specified in the official notification content provided.

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