Recruitment Against Cultural Quota - North Central Railway 2026-27
Notification Overview
- Organisation
- North Central Railway Recruitment Cell
- Notice category
- Latest Jobs
- Application deadline
- 19 Sept 2026
- State / UT
- Not specified
- Exam / Sector
- Railways
- Qualification group
- 10th Pass, 12th Pass, ITI, Diploma
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About the Notification
The North Central Railway Recruitment Cell has issued a notification for recruitment against the Cultural Quota for the year 2026-27. This recruitment is for the posts of Sitar and Tabla players under Pay Matrix Level-2 (Grade Pay Rs. 1900/-). There are a total of two vacancies available. Eligible candidates must have the requisite educational and cultural qualifications to apply online between August 20, 2026 and September 19, 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 2026-08-18 |
| Application Start | 2026-08-20 |
| Application End | 2026-09-19 (23:59 hrs) |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sitar Player | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Tabla Player | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
Age Limit
Applicants must be between 18 to 30 years of age as on January 1, 2027. Age relaxation is applicable as per category norms: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, and appropriate relaxations for Ex-Servicemen.
Educational Qualification
Essential qualification is Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent passed with 50% marks or Matriculation plus ITI recognized by NCVT/SCVT. Additionally, candidates must have a government-recognized diploma or certificate in the relevant cultural stream (Sitar or Tabla).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General | 500 |
| SC | 250 |
| ST | 250 |
| OBC | 250 |
| PWD | 250 |
| Women | 250 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 250 |
| Minorities | 250 |
| EBC | 250 |
Pay Scale
Pay Matrix Level-2 with Grade Pay of Rs. 1900/-. Initial remuneration includes minimum pay plus allowances. Stipend will be provided during training.
Selection Process
- Written Test: 50 objective questions to be completed in 60 minutes with negative marking. Question paper bilingual in Hindi and English, covering general awareness, mathematics, reasoning, and cultural knowledge.
- Assessment of Talent: Practical demonstration (35 marks) and evaluation of testimonials/prizes (15 marks) in the relevant cultural field.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website www.rrcpryj.org.
- Click on the Cultural Quota (02/2026) link.
- Register as a new user and fill the application form with personal, educational, and cultural qualification details.
- Pay the application fee online using the available payment gateways.
- Upload required documents including photograph, signature, DOB proof, and cultural qualification certificate.
- Submit the application and save your registration number for future reference.
Required Documents
- Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation/Equivalent certificate or Birth Certificate)
- Educational and Cultural qualification certificates
- SC/ST/OBC community certificate as applicable
- Certificates for Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, Minorities, EBC if applicable
- No Objection Certificate for serving employees
- Signed Annexure-G form for awards and performance details
Important Links
- Official Website: www.rrcpryj.org
- Online Application: www.rrcpryj.org
- Notification PDF: Download Here
Important Links & Source Documents
| Document / Website | Link |
|---|---|
| Application website (archived notice) | Open Application website (archived notice) ↗www.rrcpryj.org |
| Notification PDF | Open Notification PDF ↗rrcpryj.org |
This is an archived recruitment notice. Its application period has ended. Verify details on the recruiting authority’s website before taking action.