The Southern Railway, under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released the official notification for Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26. Southern Railway invites online applications from eligible candidates having cultural norms for filling up 02 posts in Level-2 against the Cultural Quota for the year 2025-2026. These positions aim to promote and preserve cultural talents within the railway community.
The Southern Railway Cultural Quota Vacancy 2025-26 Notification was published on 11th October 2025, and the online application form will be available from 11th October 2025 to 10th November 2025. Interested and eligible candidates must carefully read the detailed Southern Railway notification before filling out the application form.
Southern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26
Employment Notice No. RRC-03/Cultural/2025-26
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Post Name (Discipline) |
No of Vacancy |
Pay Scale |
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Bharatanatyam |
01 |
Level-2 (₹ 19900 - 63200) |
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Guitar |
01 |
Level-2 (₹ 19900 - 63200) |
✅ Southern Railway Cultural Quota 2025-26 Age Limit:
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Post Name |
Age Limit |
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Bharatanatyam & Guitar |
18 to 30 years as on 01/01/2026 |
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Age Relaxation |
SC/ST: 05 years; OBC NCL: 03 years; PwD: 10 years |
✅ Southern Railway Cultural Quota 2025-26 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post Name (Discipline) |
Essential Professional Qualification |
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Bharatanatyam |
Possession of Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Bharatanatyam from a Government recognized Institute. |
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Guitar |
Possession of Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Music from any Government recognized Institute (Proficiency in playing Guitar will be assessed during Practical demonstration). |
✅ Southern Railway Cultural Quota 2025-26 Selection Process:
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Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) – 50 Marks (Objective Type, 1 Hour Duration, Negative Marking 1/3rd) |
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Talent Test in the relevant field with Practical Demonstration – 35 Marks |
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Confirmation of Talent by Testimonials / Certificates / Awards – 15 Marks |
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Document Verification |
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Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR-40%, OBC-30%, SC-30%, ST-25% |
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Total: 100 Marks |
✅ Southern Railway Cultural Quota 2025-26 Examination Fee:
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Category |
Application Fee |
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For all candidates except those mentioned below |
₹ 500/- (Refund: ₹ 400/- after appearing in CBT, deducting bank charges) |
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SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwD (40% & above) / Women / Minorities* / EBC** |
₹ 250/- (Full refund after appearing in CBT, deducting bank charges) |
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Payment Method |
Online |
✅ Southern Railway Cultural Quota 2025-26 Important Dates:
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Opening Date and Time for Online Application |
11th October 2025 @ 09:00 hrs |
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Closing Date and Time for Online Application |
10th November 2025 @ 23:59 hrs |
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Tentative date of Examination |
To be Notified Later |
✅ Southern Railway Cultural Quota 2025-26 Important Links:
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Southern Railway Detailed Notification PDF |
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Southern Railway Direct Apply Online link |
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Southern Railway Official Website |
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Latest Railway Jobs List |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply Southern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26:
The Southern Railway Online Registration will be made through the RRC Chennai Website (www.rrcmas.in). The Southern Railway Cultural Quota Vacancy Online Registration Process Steps as follow:-
➢ Step 1: Visit the official RRC Chennai website and navigate to the online application link for Cultural Quota 2025-26.
➢ Step 2: Register and fill the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and cultural achievements. Upload scanned copy of self-attested documents / certificates, photograph, and signature.
➢ Step 3: Pay the examination fee online using Net Banking/ Debit/ Credit Card.
Submit Application Form on or before closing date (i.e. Last date is 10th November 2025(.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the age limit for Southern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26?
18 to 30 years as on 01/01/2026. Upper age relaxation: SC/ST - 05 years, OBC NCL - 03 years, PwD - 10 years.
What are the eligibility criteria for Southern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26?
Bharatanatyam: Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Bharatanatyam from Government recognized Institute. Guitar: Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Music from Government recognized Institute (Proficiency in Guitar assessed during Practical demonstration).
What is the selection process for Southern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26?
Written Test / CBT (50 Marks), Talent Test with Practical Demonstration (35 Marks), Confirmation by Testimonials (15 Marks), followed by Document Verification. Minimum qualifying marks: UR-40%, OBC/SC-30%, ST-25%.
What is the last date to apply for Southern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26?
10th November 2025 (23:59 hrs).
What is the total number of vacancies for Southern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26?
02 vacancies in Bharatanatyam and Guitar disciplines.