RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026-27 – 2 Posts (Classical Dance & Instrumental Music, Level-2) | Apply by 16 Nov
Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway, Kolkata
West Bengal - Kolkata
Vacancies
2
Salary
Level-2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix, GP Rs.1900), plus admissible allowances
Last Date
16 Nov 2026
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RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Important Dates 2026
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Application Fee 2026
Rs.500 (Rs.400 refund on appearing); Rs.250 for SC/ST/ExSM/PwD/Women/Minorities/EBC (refund on appearing). Online only.
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Age Limit 2026
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
30 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Level-2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix, GP Rs.1900), plus admissible allowances
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Eligibility Criteria 2026
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Qualification / Education
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Job Details & Overview
Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway, Kolkata invites online applications for Two (02) posts in Level-2 against Cultural Quota 2026-27 (Employment Notice No. RRC/SER/Cultural Quota/2026-27 dated 10-10-2026): Classical Dance (1) and Instrumental Music (1). Posts are open to all; reserved-category candidates get age relaxation only.
| Discipline | Posts | Professional Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Classical Dance – Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Kathak, Manipuri, Odissi, Kuchipudi | 01 | Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Classical Dance from a Government-recognized University / Institute |
| Instrumental Music – Flute, Violin, Veena, Sitar, Sarod | 01 | Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Instrumental Music from a Government-recognized University / Institute |
| Total | 02 |
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | 12th or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate (50% not insisted for SC/ST/ESM/PWBD and higher-qualified candidates) OR 10th + ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) approved by NCVT for Technician Grade-III in Level-2. Diploma in Engineering is not an alternative higher qualification. Clerk-cum-Typist appointees must gain typing proficiency (30 wpm English / 25 wpm Hindi) within two years. |
| Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027) | 18 to 30 years (UR). Relaxations: OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10, Ex-Servicemen (service +3), serving railway employees, widows / divorced / judicially separated women, quasi-administrative staff, as per para 5.0–6.0 of the notice. |
| Application Fee | Rs.500 (Rs.400 refunded to those who appear in the written exam). Rs.250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Minorities/EBC (refunded to those who appear). Online payment only via internet banking / debit / credit card. |
| Selection | Stage-I: Written Test / OMR / CBT (60 min, objective; 1/3rd negative marking; qualifying 40%). Stage-II (1:5 ratio): Practical Demonstration (35 marks) + Testimonials / Prizes (15 marks). Total 100 marks. Then Document Verification and Medical. Call letters on RRC/SER website only. |
| Schedule | Notification 10/10/2026; Online opening 17/10/2026; closing 16/11/2026. Apply well before the deadline. |
| How to Apply | Apply online at www.rrcser.co.in > Recruitment Cell > online/E-Application for Cultural Quota/2026-27. One application per candidate; mention discipline. Upload photo, signature, LTI, age / education / cultural / caste / income certificates (self-attested). No manual applications. |
Important Links
| Cultural Quota Notice (PDF) | Open |
| RRC SER Official Website (rrcser.co.in) | Open |
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Important Links
How to Apply for RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway, Kolkata's RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026-27 – 2 Posts (Classical Dance & Instrumental Music, Level-2) | Apply by 16 Nov before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway, Kolkata recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of Rs.500 (Rs.400 refund on appearing); Rs.250 for SC/ST/ExSM/PwD/Women/Minorities/EBC (refund on appearing). Online only. online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 16 Nov 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway, Kolkata recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway, Kolkata notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 16 Nov 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026-27 – 2 Posts (Classical Dance & Instrumental Music, Level-2) | Apply by 16 Nov?
RRC South Eastern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026-27 – 2 Posts (Classical Dance & Instrumental Music, Level-2) | Apply by 16 Nov is a government recruitment notification published by Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026 start on 10 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026 is 16 November 2026.
What is the application fee for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
Rs.500 (Rs.400 refund on appearing); Rs.250 for SC/ST/ExSM/PwD/Women/Minorities/EBC (refund on appearing). Online only.
What is the age limit for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026 is 30 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Classical Dance or Instrumental Music from a Government-recognized institute, plus 12th with 50% (relaxed for SC/ST/ESM/PWBD/higher-qualified) OR 10th + ITI/NAC. Age 18-30 as on 01/01/2027 (relaxations per rules). Apply online 17/10-16/11/2026 via RRC SER; fee Rs.500/Rs.250 (refundable on appearing). Written/CBT + Practical (35) + Testimonials (15); DV + Medical.
How to apply for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Railway Recruitment Cell, South Eastern Railway (RRC/SER), Kolkata Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.