RRC NCR Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts (Sitar & Tabla) Level-2
Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway
Uttar Pradesh - North Central Railway, Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh)
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Act Apprentice (Sitar) | Sitar | Level-2 (GP Rs. 1900/-) | 18–30 | 19 Sept 2026 | 1 |
| Act Apprentice (Tabla) | Tabla | Level-2 (GP Rs. 1900/-) | 18–30 | 19 Sept 2026 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 2 | ||||
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Important Dates
Application Fee
Rs. 500/- (refundable Rs. 400 on appearing in exam); Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Transgender/Female/Minorities/EBC
Age Limit
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
30 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay Matrix Level-2 (Grade Pay Rs. 1900/-) as per 7th CPC
Position Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Act Apprentice (Sitar)Grade: Level-2 (GP Rs. 1900/-) | 1 | — | Intermediate 50% + Cultural degree/diploma/certificate in Sitar | — | 30 yrs |
| 2 | Act Apprentice (Tabla)Grade: Level-2 (GP Rs. 1900/-) | 1 | — | Intermediate 50% + Cultural degree/diploma/certificate in Tabla | — | 30 yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 2 | |||||
Eligibility
Eligibility criteria not specified here. See official notification.
Qualification / Education
Full Description
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway has invited online applications for recruitment against Cultural Quota 2026-27 in Pay Matrix Level-2 (Grade Pay Rs. 1900/-) for the posts of Sitar (01) and Tabla (01) under Notification No. EN CQ-02/2026.
- Notification No.: EN CQ-02/2026
- Date of Publication: 18/08/2026
- Opening Date: 20/08/2026
- Closing Date: 19/09/2026 @ 23:59 hrs
- Total Posts: 02 (Sitar-01, Tabla-01)
- Pay Matrix Level-2 (Grade Pay Rs. 1900/-)
| S.No | Stream | Pay Matrix Level (7th CPC) | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sitar | Level-2 (Grade Pay Rs. 1900/-) | 01 |
| 2 | Tabla | Level-2 (Grade Pay Rs. 1900/-) | 01 |
- Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board/University (relaxation for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD and for those with higher qualification)
- OR Matriculation + ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT
- Possession of degree/diploma/certificate in specified cultural stream (Sitar/Tabla) from a Government Recognized Institution
- Desirable: experience, AIR/Doordarshan performances, National level prizes
- 18 to 30 years as on 01/01/2027 (born between 01/01/1997 and 01/01/2009)
- Age relaxation: OBC +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD +10 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules, Course Completed Act Apprentices up to 33-40 years
- Written Test: 50 Objective questions, 50 marks, 60 minutes, negative marking 1/3rd
- Assessment of Talent: practical demonstration 35 marks + testimonials/prizes 15 marks
- Total 100 marks
- Rs. 500/- for general candidates (Rs. 400/- refundable on appearing in written exam)
- Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Transgender/Female/Minorities/EBC (refundable on appearing)
- Apply ONLINE only at https://www.rrcpryj.org from 20/08/2026 to 19/09/2026 (23:59 hrs)
- Upload colour photograph (3.5x3.5 cm, JPEG, 20-30 KB) and signature (JPEG, 10-15 KB)
- Upload age proof and cultural qualification certificates
- Pay examination fee online via Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI
- Official Website: https://www.rrcpryj.org
- Download Notification: https://www.rrcpryj.org/notification/
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is RRC NCR Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts (Sitar & Tabla) Level-2?
RRC NCR Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts (Sitar & Tabla) Level-2 is a government recruitment notification published by Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway. Apply before the last date to be considered.
When does the application start?
Online applications start on 18 August 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 19 September 2026.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 500/- (refundable Rs. 400 on appearing in exam); Rs. 250/- for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Transgender/Female/Minorities/EBC
What is the age limit?
Maximum age limit is 30 years as on the cutoff date.
What is the required qualification?
Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board/University (relaxation for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD and for those with higher qualification) OR Matriculation + ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT. Possession of degree/diploma/certificate in specified cultural stream (Sitar/Tabla) from a Government Recognized Institution. Desirable: experience, AIR/Doordarshan performances
How do I apply?
Apply online through the official link provided on Rojgarpulse. Always verify details from the official notification before applying.