Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur Recruitment 2025

Organization Information

• Organization Name: Railway Recruitment Cell, North Eastern Railway, Gorakhpur
• Hindi Name: रेलवे भर्ती प्रकोष्ठ, उत्तर पूर्व रेलवे, गोरखपुर
• Employment Type: Regular / Permanent Government Service
• Jurisdiction: Central Administrative Tribunal, Allahabad

Recruitment Details

This recruitment is being conducted against the Scouts & Guides Quota for the year 2025-26 under the North Eastern Railway (NER) and Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi.

Post Details and Number of Vacancies

Location and Pay Scale

• City / Divisions: Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Lucknow, Izzatnagar
• State: Uttar Pradesh
• Country: India
• Postal Code (Head Office): 273012
• Street Address: Railway Recruitment Cell, North Eastern Railway, Gorakhpur
• Base Salary (Approximate as per 7th CPC):
  • Level-2 (Group ‘C’): ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 / Grade Pay ₹1900
  • Level-1 (Group ‘D’): ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 / Grade Pay ₹1800

Important Dates

Application Process

1. Apply online through the official website of North Eastern Railway (www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in).
2. Carefully read all instructions before filling the application form.
3. Fill all mandatory fields accurately following the step-by-step procedure provided on the web portal.
4. Upload the scanned recent coloured photograph, signature, and relevant mark sheets/certificates in the prescribed format.
5. Submit separate applications for Group ‘C’ (Level-2) and Group ‘D’ (Level-1) posts with separate examination fees.
6. After successful payment of examination fee, log in again and download/print the application form for your record.

Eligibility Criteria

A. Educational Qualification

B. Scouting / Guiding Qualifications (for both Levels)

• President Scout / Guide / Rover / Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) holder in any section.
• Must have been an active member of a Scouts/Guides organization for the last 5 years. A prescribed "Certificate of Activeness" must be provided (format available on the NER website).
• Must have attended two events at National Level or All Indian Railways Level AND two events at State Level.
• Candidates holding provisional certificates of President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or HWB are provisionally allowed to participate; their appointment will be finalized as per Railway Board’s instructions.

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)

• For Level-2 (Group ‘C’) posts: 18 to 30 years
• For Level-1 (Erstwhile Group ‘D’) posts: 18 to 33 years

Age Relaxation

Reservation

Application Fees

• Fees must be deposited online as per the instructions on the application web page.
• After depositing the fee, candidates should log in again to confirm and print their application form.

Selection Process and Recruitment Procedure

The eligible candidates will be assessed through the following stages of selection:

A. Written Examination – 60 Marks

• Separate Computer-Based Tests (CBT) will be conducted for Level-2 and Level-1 posts.
• The written test will have 40 objective type questions (40 marks) and 1 essay type question (20 marks) related to Scouts and Guides organization, its activities, and General Knowledge.
• Each correct answer in objective part: +1 mark.
• Incorrect answer: −⅓ mark deduction. (No negative marking for essay question.)
• Minimum qualifying marks in written test: 40% for all candidates.

B. Marks on Certificates – 40 Marks

Syllabus for Written Examination

• History of Scouting and Guiding.
• Law and Promise, Motto, Salute, Left Handshake, Prayer, Flag Song, National Anthem.
• Organization and Structure – District and State levels.
• Training Centers – District and State levels.
• Knowledge of Books and Literature related to Scouting / Guiding.
• Scouting for Boys / Guiding for Girls in India.
• Understanding National and Scouting Flags.
• Participation in National Jamboree, Indian Railway Jamborette, and Jamboree on the Air.
• Community Service and Social Work at various occasions.
• Hiking, Proficiency Badges, and the process of earning them.
• Thinking Day, Progressive Training of Scouts/Guides/Rovers/Rangers.
• Pioneering, Handicrafts, and Specialized Skills.
• National Training Centers, WAGGGS / WOSM, Award Competitions, Prime Minister’s Shield.
• Community Development Programs and how Scouting helps create better citizens.

General Conditions

• Before applying, candidates must ensure that they fulfill all eligibility norms. Educational or Scouting/Guiding qualifications acquired after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates whose applications satisfy all eligibility conditions will be called for the written examination.
• Candidates giving false information or suppressing facts will be disqualified and are liable for debarment and legal action. Impersonation or fraud attempts will result in permanent disqualification from future Railway recruitments.
• Selected candidates must undergo and pass the prescribed medical examination conducted by Railway Administration before appointment.
• Mere selection or recommendation does not confer any right for appointment in Railways.
• Candidates belonging to SC and ST communities will be issued a Second Class Free Railway Journey Pass from the nearest Railway Station for appearing in the recruitment process at any stage.
• Candidates appointed to the category of clerks under this quota must acquire typing proficiency within two years from the date of appointment. Failure to do so will lead to termination of services without any extension.

Important Notes and Legal Clauses

Additional Instructions

• Separate applications are mandatory for Level-1 and Level-2 posts. Each must be accompanied by the respective examination fee.
• Candidates with provisional certificates of President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or HWB may participate provisionally, subject to final verification as per Railway Board procedures.
• Applicants should keep scanned copies of their certificates ready for upload, including proof of education, scouting achievements, and activeness certificates.
• All updates, notifications, and exam schedules will be posted exclusively on the official website of the North Eastern Railway.

Contact Information

Important Official Links

• Official Website: https://www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in
• Official Notification PDF: Click here to view the official Employment Notice (NER/RRC/SG/2025-26)