South Central Railway (SCR) has released a recruitment notification for 2025-26, inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens to fill 14 vacancies under the Scouts and Guides Quota for Group C and Erstwhile Group D posts. The last date for registration of online applications is 19th October 2025.
South Central Railway Scouts Guides Quota Recruitment 2025
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Name of the Post |
No of Vacancies |
Distribution of Posts |
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Group C |
02 |
Over South Central Railway |
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Erstwhile Group D |
12 |
02 Posts each for Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Guntur, Guntakal, and Nanded Division |
✅ SCR Scouts Guides Quota Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026):
- Group C: UR: 18-30 years, OBC: 18-33 years, SC/ST: 18-35 years.
- Erstwhile Group D: UR: 18-33 years, OBC: 18-36 years, SC/ST: 18-38 years.
- Upper age relaxation applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
✅ SCR Scouts Guides Quota Pay Scale:
- Group C: Level-2 (7th CPC), Grade Pay ₹1900/- (6th CPC).
- Erstwhile Group D: Level-2 (7th CPC), Grade Pay ₹1800/- (6th CPC).
✅ SCR Scouts Guides Quota Eligibility Criteria:
- Group C: Passed 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 50% marks (not required for SC/ST/Ex-servicemen or candidates with higher qualifications like Graduation/Post-Graduation).
- Erstwhile Group D: 10th passed or ITI (NCVT-approved trades) or equivalent from a recognized board.
✅ SCR Scouts Guides Quota Qualifications:
- President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) holder in any section.
- Active member of a Scouts organization for the last 5 years (2020-21 onwards).
- Attended two events at National or All Indian Railways level and two events at State level.
✅ SCR Scouts Guides Quota Application Fee:
- General/OBC: ₹500/- (Non-Refundable).
- SC/ST/PWD/Women/Minorities/Economically Backward Classes: ₹250/- (Non-Refundable).
- Payment Method: Online payment gateway.
✅ SCR Scouts Guides Quota Selection Process:
- Written Test: 60 marks.
- Marks on Certificates: 40 marks.
- Document Verification.
✅ SCR Scouts Guides Quota 2025 Important Dates:
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Opening Date for Online Application |
20/09/2025 (17:00 hrs) |
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Closing Date for Online Application |
19/10/2025 (23:59 hrs) |
✅ SCR Scouts Guides Quota 2025 Important Links:
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SCR Detailed Notification PDF |
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SCR Online Application Portal |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply SCR Scouts Guides Quota 2025:
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official portal at iroams.com/rrc_scr_scout2025/ from 20th September 2025 (17:00 hrs) to 19th October 2025 (23:59 hrs).
Applicants should provide accurate details, including:
- Personal Information
- Contact Details
- Educational Qualifications
- Scouts and Guides Qualifications
Candidates must upload the following documents in a single PDF file:
- Recent Photograph
- Signature.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the age limit for SCR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025?
Group C: UR: 18-30 years, OBC: 18-33 years, SC/ST: 18-35 years. Erstwhile Group D: UR: 18-33 years, OBC: 18-36 years, SC/ST: 18-38 years (as on 01/01/2026).
What are the eligibility criteria for SCR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025?
Group C: 10+2 with 50% marks.
Erstwhile Group D: 10th or ITI or equivalent. Plus Scouts and Guides qualifications (President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger or HWB holder, 5 years active membership, and event participation).
What is the selection process for SCR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025?
Written Test (60 marks), Marks on Certificates (40 marks), and Document Verification.
What is the last date to apply for SCR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025?
19th October 2025 (23:59 hrs).
What is the total number of vacancies for SCR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025?
Total 14 vacancies (2 Group C, 12 Erstwhile Group D).