The South Eastern Railway with list of all current vacancy details, online application forms and eligibility criteria under the Indian Railway. South Eastern Railway is one of the 18 railway zones in India and is part of the Eastern Railways.
It is headquartered at Garden Reach, Kolkata, West Bengal. The zone covers various divisions including Adra railway division, Chakradharpur railway division, Kharagpur railway division and Ranchi railway division. The Indian Railway Recruitment team keeps track of all vacancies announced by South Eastern Railway zone on this page. You can also access the current jobs and download required forms on the official website at www.ser.indianrailways.gov.in
Sarkarijobs team keeps track of all vacancies announced by South Eastern Railway on this page as part of the Indian Railways recruitment. You can also access the current jobs and download required forms on the official website at www.ser.indianrailways.gov.in – Below is the complete list of all South Eastern Railway (SER) recruitment for the current year where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 for 02 Group C Cultural Quota Posts | Last Date: 16th November 2026
South Eastern Railway (SER), Railway Recruitment Cell, has invited online applications for two Group C posts under the Cultural Quota for 2026–27. One vacancy each is available in Classical Dance and Instrumental Music under Employment Notice No. RRC/SER/Cultural Quota/2026-27. Candidates must possess the prescribed Class 12th or Class 10th with ITI/NAC qualification, along with a recognised qualification in the relevant cultural discipline. The age limit is 18–30 years as on 01 January 2027, with applicable relaxation. Selection will involve a written examination followed by practical demonstration and assessment of cultural achievements. Eligible candidates can apply online from 17 October 2026 to 16 November 2026.
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification
Name of Organization
South Eastern Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell
Employment Notice Number
RRC/SER/Cultural Quota/2026-27
Post Names
Group C posts against Cultural Quota
Cultural Disciplines
Classical Dance and Instrumental Music
Education
Class 12th with prescribed marks, or Class 10th with approved ITI/NAC, plus a recognised cultural qualification
Total Vacancies
2
Apply Mode
Online
Job Location
South Eastern Railway jurisdiction
Salary
Pay Level 2 under the 7th CPC
Age Limit
18–30 years as on 01 January 2027; relaxations applicable
Selection Process
Written examination and assessment of talent
Application Start Date
17 October 2026
Last Date To Apply
16 November 2026
South Eastern Railway Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Group C – Classical Dance
1
Prescribed academic/technical qualification plus recognised degree, diploma or certificate in Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Kathak, Manipuri, Odissi or Kuchipudi
Group C – Instrumental Music
1
Prescribed academic/technical qualification plus recognised degree, diploma or certificate in Flute, Violin, Veena, Sitar or Sarod
Total
2
Relevant cultural qualification is compulsory
Salary
Pay Level 2 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Corresponding pre-revised Grade Pay: ₹1,900.
Age Limit
Category
Age Limit / Relaxation
UR
18–30 years
OBC
Up to three years of upper age relaxation
SC / ST
Up to five years of upper age relaxation
Other Eligible Categories
As prescribed in the detailed notification
Age calculation date: 01 January 2027.
Additional relaxation may apply to eligible serving railway employees, ex-servicemen, PwBD candidates, widowed/divorced/judicially separated women who have not remarried, and qualifying staff of quasi-administrative offices.
Application Fee
Category
Fee and Refund
Candidates outside concession categories
₹500; ₹400 refundable upon appearing in the written examination
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Women / Minorities / Economically Backward Class
₹250; refundable upon appearing in the written examination
Pay online through internet banking, debit card or credit card.
Indicate whether you wish to receive the refundable fee portion.
Economically Backward Class eligibility requires annual family income below ₹50,000, with the prescribed certificate.
Upload relevant supporting certificates to claim concessions.
Selection Process
Stage-I: Written examination through OMR/CBT or the notified mode.
Stage-II: Practical demonstration and assessment of achievements in the applied cultural discipline.
Combined assessment of Stage-I and Stage-II marks.
Selection Component
Marks
Written Examination
50
Practical Demonstration
35
Testimonials, Prizes and Cultural Achievements
15
Total
100
Only candidates qualifying Stage-I will be considered for Stage-II.
Candidates will be shortlisted for Stage-II in a ratio of 1:5 against notified vacancies, according to Stage-I merit.
Written Examination Pattern
Objective-type examination carrying 50 marks.
Duration: 60 minutes.
Qualifying percentage: 40%.
Examination language: English or Hindi.
Negative marking: One-third of the marks allotted to a question for each incorrect answer.
Subjects include General Knowledge, General Science, Mathematics, English and Official Language knowledge, professional knowledge, Reasoning and Aptitude.
How to Apply
Open the RRC South Eastern Railway recruitment website.
Select the online application for Cultural Quota 2026–27 and click “New Application”.
Register with your personal details, active email address and mobile number.
Save the registration number and password received through email/SMS.
Log in and complete all mandatory application fields.
Upload the prescribed photograph, signature, left thumb impression and self-attested educational, technical, cultural and category certificates.
Pay the applicable examination fee online.
Review and submit the application by 16 November 2026.
Save the generated application number and download the completed form.
Applications submitted directly to RRC/SER will not be accepted.
Changes will not be permitted after final submission.
Keep your registered mobile number and email active throughout recruitment.
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 for 10 Scouts & Guides Quota Posts | Last Date: 6th October 2026
South Eastern Railway (SER) has announced Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2026-27 for 10 vacancies in Level-2 and Level-1 posts. The recruitment includes 2 Level-2 Group C posts and 8 Level-1 erstwhile Group D posts. Candidates need 10th, 12th, ITI or prescribed apprenticeship qualifications depending on the level, along with mandatory Scouts & Guides credentials and participation requirements. Online applications will be accepted through the RRC South Eastern Railway portal from 7 September 2026. Selection will be based on a written examination, assessment of Scouts & Guides certificates, document verification and medical examination. The last date to submit the online application is 6 October 2026.
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 for 8 Contract Medical Practitioner Posts [CLOSED]
South Eastern Railway (SER) has released a recruitment notification for 8 Contract Medical Practitioner posts including Specialists and General Duty Medical Officers (GDMO). Candidates with MBBS and Post Graduate qualifications in relevant medical fields are eligible to apply. A total of 8 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment. The selection will be conducted through a walk-in interview. This is a good opportunity for doctors seeking central government jobs in the railway sector. Interested candidates must attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled date.
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification
South Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 54 Sports Persons Posts [CLOSED]
South Eastern Railway (SER), headquartered in Kolkata, has invited online applications for the recruitment of 54 Sports Persons under the Sports Quota for the year 2025–26. This is an excellent opportunity for sportspersons across India who have represented the country or their state at recognized championships to join the Indian Railways under Group C and Group D categories. The vacancies are distributed across Level 4/5, Level 2/3, and Level 1, with disciplines including Athletics, Badminton, Hockey, Swimming, Cricket, Football, and more. The application process starts on 10th January 2026 and the last date to apply online is 9th February 2026.
South Eastern Railway Sports Quota Recruitment 2026 Notice
Level 4/5: University Degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
Level 2/3: 12th (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Level 1: 10th Pass or ITI or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT.
Sports Norms
Level 4/5: Represented country in Olympics or secured 3rd position in top-tier international championships like World Championships, Asian Games, etc.
Level 2/3: Representation in international championships or at least 3rd position in national-level competitions, university championships, or Federation Cup.
Level 1: Participation or top 3 positions in recognized national or international events post 01 April 2023.
Age Limit
Minimum age: 18 years
Maximum age: 25 years as on 01 January 2026
No age relaxation is applicable.
Salary
Level-4/5: Pay Matrix Level 6/5 (as per 7th CPC)
Level-2/3: Pay Matrix Level 4/3 (as per 7th CPC)
Level-1: Pay Matrix Level 1 (as per 7th CPC)
Application Fee
Not specified in the notification, but usually applicable as per RRC guidelines.
Selection Process
Selection is based on sports performance, educational qualification, trial, interview, and documents verification.
Medical Fitness Test will be mandatory for final appointment.
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 for Scouts & Guides Quota – Apply Online for 10 Posts [CLOSED]
South Eastern Railway (SER), Garden Reach, Kolkata, has released an official recruitment notification under Vacancy Circular No: RRC/SER/S&G Quota/2025-26 for the appointment of 10 Scouts & Guides Quota Posts under Level-1 and Level-2 categories. This recruitment is open to eligible candidates possessing the prescribed educational qualifications and Scouts & Guides achievements as per Railway norms. The online application window is open and will close on 28th December 2025. These posts are full-time and based in West Bengal under South Eastern Railway zones.
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2025 for Cultural Quota – Apply Online for 2 Group C Posts [CLOSED]
South Eastern Railway (SER), Kolkata has released the official notification for Group C Cultural Quota Posts under Vacancy Circular No: RRC/SER/Cultural Quota/2025-26. A total of 2 posts are available under Cultural Quota for the year 2025–26. These full-time positions are open to eligible 10th/12th pass candidates with additional qualifications in cultural disciplines like music, dance, drama, etc., from government-recognized institutions. The selected candidates will be appointed at SER headquarters located in Garden Reach, Kolkata. Interested applicants can apply online at the official portal before 28th December 2025.
South Eastern Railway Recruitment 2026 Notification
South Eastern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1785 Apprentice Posts [CLOSED]
The South Eastern Railway (SER), headquartered in Kolkata and operating under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has announced a massive recruitment drive for 1785 vacancies under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This notification is for engagement of Act Apprentices in various SER Workshops and Divisions including Kharagpur, Chakradharpur, Adra, and Ranchi. Candidates who have passed Matriculation (10th class) with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade are eligible to apply. These apprenticeships offer hands-on technical training in areas like Electric Loco Sheds, Carriage & Wagon Depots, Diesel Loco Sheds, and Engineering Workshops.
South Eastern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification
Act Apprentices in trades under Kharagpur Workshop, Chakradharpur, Adra, Ranchi Divisions, including Electric Loco Shed, Diesel Shed, Engineering Workshop, etc.
Education
Matriculation (10th Class) with 50% marks + ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT
Total Vacancies
1785
Apply Mode
Online
Job Location
Across SER Zones: Kharagpur, Chakradharpur, Adra, Ranchi
Last Date to Apply
17 December 2025
Applications must be submitted online through the official SER recruitment portal from 18th November 2025 to 17th December 2025. Interested candidates are advised to carefully go through the eligibility criteria and ensure timely submission.
South Eastern Railway Apprentice 2025 Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Act Apprentice – Kharagpur Workshop
360
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – S&T Workshop/Kharagpur
87
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – Track Machine Workshop/KGP
120
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – Carriage & Wagon Depot/KGP
121
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – Diesel Loco Shed/KGP
50
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – Electric Loco Shed/Bondamunda
50
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – Engineering Workshop/SINI
100
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – Electric Loco Shed/TATA
72
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – Electric Loco Shed/Santragachi
36
10th Pass + ITI
Act Apprentice – Remaining Units (Others)
Remaining 789
10th Pass + ITI
SER Apprentice Vacancy 2025-26 List
Slot Name
Total Slots
Kharagpur Workshop
360
Signal & Telecom (Workshop)/Kharagpur
87
Track Machine Workshop/Kharagpur
120
SSE(Works) Engg/Kharagpur
28
Carriage & Wagon Depot/Kharagpur
121
Diesel Loco Shed/Kharagpur
50
Sr. DEE(G)/Kharagpur
90
TRD Depot/Electrical/Kharagpur
40
EMU Shed/Electrical/TPKR
40
Electric Loco Shed/Santragachi
36
Sr. DEE(G)/Chakradharpur
93
Electric Traction Depot/Chakradharpur
30
Carriage & Wagon Depot/Chakradharpur
65
Electric Loco Shed/TATA
72
Engineering Workshop/SINI
100
Track Machine Workshop/SINI
07
SSE(Works) Engg/Chakradharpur
26
Electric Loco Shed/Bondamunda
50
Diesel Loco Shed/Bondamunda
52
Sr. DEE(G)/Adra
30
Carriage & Wagon Depot/Adra
65
Diesel Loco Shed/BKSC
33
TRD Depot/Electrical/Adra
30
Electric Loco Shed/BKSC
31
Electric Loco Shed/ROU
25
SSE(Works) Engg/Adra
24
Carriage & Wagon Depot/Ranchi
30
Sr. DEE(G)/Ranchi
30
TRD Depot/Electrical/Ranchi
10
SSE(Works) Engg/Ranchi
10
Eligibility Criteria
Education
Candidates must have passed 10th class examination with minimum 50% aggregate marks (excluding additional subjects) under 10+2 system or its equivalent and possess National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the notified trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Salary
The stipend will be paid as per Apprenticeship Act provisions and rules by South Eastern Railway.
Age Limit
Minimum 15 years and Maximum 24 years as on 01 January 2026. Relaxations:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years
Ex-Servicemen: As per Government rules
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹100
SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No Fee
Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, e-Wallets)
Selection Process
Selection will be based purely on the Merit List prepared trade-wise, considering average marks in Matriculation (min 50%) and ITI.
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