Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway has released the RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 Notification (Notification No: RRC/ER/Cultural Quota/2026-27) for filling up 02 (two) posts in Group ‘C’ category / Pay Level – 2 against the Cultural Quota of Eastern Railway for the year 2026-27. The official notification is dated 29 September 2026. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online through the official website www.rrcer.org from 09 October 2026 (10:00 Hrs) to 08 November 2026 (18:00 Hrs).
The online application process will begin on 09 October 2026 and continue until 08 November 2026. The written test is tentatively scheduled for December 2026 and onwards. Candidates having no Cultural Qualification need not apply. No other mode of application will be accepted.
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RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026
The recruitment is for 02 posts in Group ‘C’ (Level-2) in the Cultural Quota of Eastern Railway. The posts are open to all candidates. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/ESM/PwBD categories who apply against this quota would be extended relaxation in age limit ONLY as admissible in general Open Market Recruitment. Candidates can check the key details of the RRC ER Cultural Quota Notification 2026 in the table below.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway |
| Department | Indian Railways |
| Notification No. | RRC/ER/Cultural Quota/2026-27 |
| Post | Group ‘C’ (in suitable post) |
| Pay Level | Level-2 in Pay Matrix of 7th CPC (GP Rs. 1900/-) |
| Total Vacancies | 02 |
| Disciplines | Classical Dance, Drama (Acting/Direction) |
| Notification Date | 29 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Website | www.rrcer.org |
| Application Dates | 09 October 2026 (10:00 Hrs) to 08 November 2026 (18:00 Hrs) |
| Written Test | Tentatively December 2026 and onwards |
| Selection Basis | Written Test, Assessment of Talent, Medical Examination |
| Job Location | Eastern Railway |
| Official Website | www.rrcer.org |
RRC ER Cultural Quota 2026 Important Dates
The application schedule is particularly important because candidates must submit their applications online before the last date.
| Events | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication of Notification | 29 September 2026 |
| Opening Date and Time of Online Applications | 09 October 2026 at 10:00 Hrs |
| Closing Date and Time of Online Applications | 08 November 2026 at 18:00 Hrs |
| Written Test (Tentative) | December 2026 and onwards |
| Date of Written Test and Other Stages | To be intimated through www.rrcer.org |
RRC ER Cultural Quota Vacancy 2026
RRC ER has announced 02 posts in Group ‘C’ category against the Cultural Quota. The vacancies are distributed across two disciplines.
Cultural Quota Vacancy
| Post | Pay Level/Scale | Discipline | No. of Post |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group-‘C’ (in suitable post) | Level-2 in Pay Matrix of 7th CPC (GP Rs. 1900/-) | Classical Dance – Bharatanatyam/Kathak/Kathakali/Kuchipudi/Manipuri/Mohiniyattam/Odissi/Sattriya (Male/Female) | 01 |
| Group-‘C’ (in suitable post) | Level-2 in Pay Matrix of 7th CPC (GP Rs. 1900/-) | Drama – (Acting/Direction) (Male/Female) | 01 |
| Total | 02 |
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RRC ER Cultural Quota Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational qualification, cultural qualification and age limit as on the specified eligibility date.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed 12th or its equivalent Examination with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate, from Govt. recognized Education Board.
Note: 50% marks is not to be insisted upon in case of SC/ST/ESM & PwBD candidates and candidates having higher qualification from UGC recognized University.
OR
Passed 10th from recognized Board Plus ITI/National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) approved by NCVT for Technician Grade-III in Level 2 of Pay Matrix of 7th CPC. (Diploma in Engineering is not considered as an alternative higher qualification).
Cultural Qualification
- Degree/Diploma/Certificate in respective discipline only from Govt. Recognized University/Institute.
Note: When filling out the application, candidates must upload the degree/diploma/certificate for their educational and cultural qualifications. If the original degree/diploma/certificate is not available, candidates may submit the final mark sheet and a provisional certificate along with an undertaking that the degree is awaited.
Desirable Qualification
In addition to the Essential Qualification, the following qualification is desirable:
- Experience in the field in applied discipline and performance given on AIR (All India Radio)/Doordarshan etc.
- Awards/Prizes won at National Level in applied discipline.
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Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027)
| Category of Post | UR & EWS | OBC | SC/ST | Serving Railway Employee, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD/Widow/Divorced Women/Women Judicially separated but not Re-married |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group ‘C’ (Level-2) | 18 yrs. to 30 yrs. | Relaxation up to 3 yrs. (in upper age) | Relaxation up to 5 yrs. (in upper age) | As per Sub Para (i) to (v) of Para 6.0 |
Extent of Age Relaxation
- Serving Railway Employees, including casual labours, who have put in three years of continuous service and substitutes or three years in broken spells in the Railways: Maximum Age – UR & EWS – 40 yrs., OBC – 43 yrs., SC/ST – 45 yrs.
- Widows/Divorced Women and Women Judicially separated but not re-married: Maximum age – UR & EWS – 35 yrs., OBC – 38 yrs., SC/ST – 40 yrs.
- Persons with Disabilities (PwBD’s): Age relaxation of 10 yrs. is applicable subject to production of Disability Certificate issued by at least three (03) Members’ Committee of a Govt. Hospital.
- Ex-servicemen: The upper age limit is relaxable up to the extent of service rendered in Defence Forces plus 03 years provided they have put in a minimum of 6 months attested service.
- Staff of Quasi-Administrative offices or organizations such as Railway Consumer Co-operative Societies, Canteens and Institutes etc.: Relaxation in age limit to the extent of 05 years or service rendered in such organization, whichever is lower.
RRC ER Cultural Quota Application Form 2026
The online application process for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 is through the official website www.rrcer.org. Candidates must apply online from 09 October 2026 (10:00 Hrs) to 08 November 2026 (18:00 Hrs).
Application Website: www.rrcer.org
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Refund |
|---|---|---|
| UR-Male, OBC-Male, EWS-Male | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 400/- refunded to those who actually appear in the written examination |
| Women, SC, ST, Ex-servicemen, PwBD, Minorities and Economically Backward Classes | Rs. 250/- | Refunded to those who actually appear in the written examination |
Steps to Apply for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026
Follow the below step-by-step process to apply online for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official website of RRC/ER, Kolkata i.e. www.rrcer.org.
- Click on the “Online/E-Application for Cultural Quota/2026-27” link.
- Click on the “New Registration” link.
- Fill in the personal information viz. Name, Father’s name, Date of Birth, Community, E-mail Address and Mobile number.
- On submission of required details, an e-mail/SMS will be received in the registered e-mail ID/Mobile number. Note the registration number and password.
- Login using the Registration number & password sent in the e-mail/SMS.
- Follow the instructions and complete the registration process step-by-step.
- Upload the scanned copy of Photograph, Signature and LTI, self-attested certificates in proof of date of birth, education/technical qualifications and caste i.e., SC/ST/OBC/EBC/EWS, income certificate, self-declarations pertaining to the OBC candidates and minority community candidates, disability certificates and cultural achievements.
- Fill up all the mandatory fields of the Application form.
- During submission of online application, a Unique Application Number will be generated and issued to each candidate. Preserve/note the Application Number for further stages.
- Submit the properly filled-up application form.
- Download the filled-up application for further reference.
Note: Candidates should have their Own Mobile Number, Valid & Active Personal Email-Id and should keep them active for the entire duration of recruitment, as RRC/ER shall send all recruitment-related communication only through SMS and email.
RRC ER Cultural Quota Selection Process 2026
The selection process for RRC ER Cultural Quota posts involves the following stages:
Stage-I: Written Test (50 Marks)
- The written test will consist of Objective type questions.
- Time of written test is 60 minutes.
- The question will be Objective type of multiple choice, which may include General Knowledge, General Science, General Mathematics, Knowledge of general English & Official Language, Professional knowledge, Reasoning and Aptitude etc.
- The candidates must choose either English or Hindi for the written test.
- Minimum Qualifying percentage is 40% for Stage-I.
- Only on qualifying Stage-I, the candidate would be eligible for Stage-II.
- For Stage-II, candidates would be called in the ratio of 1:3 of notified vacancy as per the merit order in Stage-I.
Stage-II: Assessment of Talent in the Applied Discipline (50 Marks)
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Practical Demonstration in applied discipline | 35 |
| Testimonials/Prizes etc. in the applied discipline | 15 |
- Minimum Qualifying percentage is 40% for Stage-II.
- RRC-ER will not provide any instruments for the Stage-II exam; candidates must bring their own essential instruments for the Stage-II examination.
Total Marks: Stage-I + Stage-II = 100
Medical Examination
- After clearing Stage-I and Stage-II and after recommendation of the Recruitment Committee, the candidate would be sent for medical examination at Railway Hospital as per MERIT ORDER in the ratio of 1:1 of Notified vacancies.
- It is mandatory for such candidate to be declared fit in the prescribed medical category by Railway Medical Authority, as applicable for the offered post.
RRC ER Cultural Quota Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed in Group ‘C’ (Level-2) in the Pay Matrix of 7th CPC with Grade Pay of Rs. 1900/-.
| Components | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Group ‘C’ (in suitable post) |
| Pay Level | Level-2 in Pay Matrix of 7th CPC |
| Grade Pay | Rs. 1900/- |
| Other Benefits | As per Railway rules |
FAQs
Is RRC ER Cultural Quota Notification 2026 released?
Yes. Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway released the notification for filling up of 02 posts in Group ‘C’ category against the Cultural Quota of Eastern Railway for the year 2026-27.
How many vacancies are announced for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
RRC ER has announced 02 vacancies – 01 for Classical Dance and 01 for Drama (Acting/Direction).
What is the application mode for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted only through online mode at www.rrcer.org.
When is the last date to apply for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 08 November 2026 at 18:00 Hrs.
What is the educational qualification for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed 12th or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks, OR passed 10th plus ITI/National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) approved by NCVT for Technician Grade-III. Additionally, a Degree/Diploma/Certificate in the respective cultural discipline from a Govt. Recognized University/Institute is required.
What is the age limit for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 30 years for UR & EWS as on 01.01.2027, with relaxation for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and other categories as per rules.
What is the application fee for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
For UR-Male, OBC-Male, EWS-Male: Rs. 500/- (Rs. 400/- refundable). For Women, SC, ST, Ex-servicemen, PwBD, Minorities and EBC: Rs. 250/- (refundable).
What is the selection process for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes Stage-I Written Test (50 marks), Stage-II Assessment of Talent (50 marks), and Medical Examination.
What is the salary for RRC ER Cultural Quota posts?
Selected candidates will be appointed in Group ‘C’ (Level-2) in the Pay Matrix of 7th CPC with Grade Pay of Rs. 1900/-.
How to apply for RRC ER Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
Visit www.rrcer.org, click on the “Online/E-Application for Cultural Quota/2026-27” link, complete the registration process, upload the required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the application form before 08 November 2026.
