About This Recruitment
Southern Railway is opening opportunities for candidates with a background in Scouts and Guides to apply for 17 posts. The application process will be conducted online, starting on 19 September 2026 and closing on 18 October 2026. Interested candidates should ensure they meet the age criteria, set between 18 to 38 years depending on the post level and category. Selection involves a written or hybrid examination along with an assessment of Scouts and Guides certificates. For more details, candidates can visit the official website and access the relevant links for further guidance.
| Selection Procedure | Written/Hybrid Examination and assessment of Scouts and Guides certificates |
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Who Can Apply
To be eligible for these roles, candidates must be aged between 18 and 38 years as of the application date. The exact age limit varies with the post level and the candidate's category. Educational qualifications range from 10th, 12th, ITI, to NAC or Act Apprenticeship depending on the level of the post. Those involved in Scouts and Guides activities and fulfilling these criteria are encouraged to apply.
Application Process
Candidates wishing to apply must do so online through the official portal starting from 19 September 2026 at 9:00 AM. The last date to submit applications is 18 October 2026 by 11:59 PM. The application fee is Rs. 500 for most candidates, with a refund of Rs. 400 after applicable bank charges for those appearing in the examination. Concessional categories such as SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, and others have a fee of Rs. 250, fully refundable under similar conditions.