📋 Central Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 - Apply Onlinw for 02 Posts | Last Date 04-12-2026 — Overview
| Organisation |
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway |
| Category |
Government Jobs |
| Total Vacancies |
2 |
| Pay Scale / Salary |
Level-2 (₹5200-20200) |
| Qualification |
12th with 50% / Matric + ITI / Act Apprenticeship |
| Age Limit |
18 to 30 Years |
| Application Fee |
₹500 / ₹250 (partly refundable) |
| Job Location |
All India |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Last Date to Apply |
2026-12-04 |
About This Opportunity
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway has released an official notification for the Central Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for 02 Level-2 posts. This recruitment drive offers exciting career opportunities for talented candidates specialising as a Theatre Actor (Male) or Harmonium Player. Eligible individuals can submit their applications online through the official RRC Central Railway platform within the stipulated timeframe to secure a government position in the railway sector.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Application starts |
05 November 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Last date to apply |
04 December 2026 up to 18:00 Hours |
Vacancy / Seat Details
| Post / Category |
Number |
| Theatre Actor (Male) |
01 |
| Harmonium Player |
01 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Passed 12th (+2 stage) with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board (relaxation applicable for SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen); OR passed Matriculation along with a Course Completed Act Apprenticeship; OR passed Matriculation with ITI approved by NCVT or SCVT.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age for UR category applicants as of the prescribed date.
- Age Relaxations: Upper age limit is relaxed by 05 years for SC/ST candidates, 03 years for OBC-NCL candidates, and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates depending on their category, alongside admissible relaxations for Ex-Servicemen and widows.
- Talent Requirement: Applicants must possess demonstrated professional cultural talent and proficiency in the respective discipline of Theatre Acting (Male) or Harmonium Playing.
Salary / Financial Benefits
- Pay Scale: Level-2 carrying a pay structure of ₹5200-20200.
- Additional Benefits: Eligible for other allowances and benefits as per Railway rules applicable to Level-2 posts.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Women / Minorities / EBC |
₹250 (Refundable if you appear for the exam) |
| All Other Candidates |
₹500 (₹400 Refundable if you appear for the exam) |
Selection Process
- Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of objective multiple-choice questions covering General Awareness, Mathematics, Mental Ability, and Music/Singing carrying 50 marks with a duration of 60 minutes and 1/3rd negative marking (minimum 40% required to qualify).
- Practical Demonstration / Talent Test carrying 35 marks.
- Testimonials, Certificates, and Awards assessment carrying 15 marks.
- Final Document Verification stage.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-sized photograph in JPG format (20-70 KB)
- Scanned signature in JPG format (20-30 KB)
- Scanned educational and professional qualification certificates
- Date of birth proof
- Caste or category certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official RRC Central Railway website at www.rrccr.com starting from 05 November 2026 at 10:00 hrs.
- Register on the portal using your Aadhaar or another valid identification document.
- Fill out the online application form carefully with your personal details, bio-data, and desirable qualifications.
- Upload the required documents including your recent photograph, signature, educational certificates, and category proofs.
- Pay the applicable application fee securely using online payment modes like Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Review all entered details thoroughly and submit the application form on or before 04 December 2026 up to 18:00 Hours.
- Save and take a printout of the final submitted application form for future records and reference.
Important Links
| Resource |
Link |
| Central Railway Cultural Quota Short Notification PDF |
drive.google.com |
| Apply Online / RRC Central Railway Official Website |
rrccr.com |