The Southern Railway, operating under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has issued the official announcement for Cultural Quota Recruitment for the year 2025-26. Southern Railway is inviting online applications from qualified candidates who meet the cultural criteria to fill 02 positions in Level-2 under the Cultural Quota for the 2025-2026 period. These roles are intended to foster and sustain cultural talents within the railway community. The notification for the Southern Railway Cultural Quota Vacancy 2025-26 was released on 11th October 2025, and the online application form will be accessible from 11th October 2025 until 10th November 2025. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to thoroughly review the detailed Southern Railway notification prior to completing the application form.
Southern Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025-26
Employment Notice No. RRC-03/Cultural/2025-26
Post Name (Discipline)
No of Vacancy
Pay Scale
Bharatanatyam
01
Level-2 (Rs.19900 – 63200)
Guitar
01
Level-2 (Rs.19900 – 63200)
How to Apply:
The Southern Railway Online Registration will be conducted via the RRC Chennai Website (www.rrcmas.in). The steps for the Southern Railway Cultural Quota Vacancy Online Registration Process are as follows:-
Step 1: Go to the official RRC Chennai website and find the online application link for the Cultural Quota 2025-26.
Step 2: Register and complete the application form with your personal information, educational background, and cultural accomplishments. Upload scanned copies of self-attested documents/certificates, a photograph, and your signature.
Step 3: Submit the examination fee online using Net Banking, Debit, or Credit Card.
Submit Application Form on or before closing date (i.e. Last date is 10th November 2025).
Eligibility Criteria:
Post Name (Discipline)
Essential Professional Qualification
Bharatanatyam
Possession of Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Bharatanatyam from a Government recognized Institute.
Guitar
Possession of Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Music from any Government recognized Institute (Proficiency in playing Guitar will be assessed during Practical demonstration).
Age Limit:
Post Name
Age Limit
Bharatanatyam & Guitar
18 to 30 years as on 01/01/2026
Age Relaxation
SC/ST: 05 years; OBC NCL: 03 years; PwD: 10 years
Examination Fee:
Category
Application Fee
For all candidates except those mentioned below
Rs.500/- (Refund: Rs.400/- after appearing in CBT, deducting bank charges)
SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwD (40% & above) / Women / Minorities* / EBC**
Rs.250/- (Full refund after appearing in CBT, deducting bank charges)
Payment Method
Online
Selection Process:
Written Test / Computer Based Test (CBT) – 50 Marks (Objective Type, 1 Hour Duration, Negative Marking 1/3rd)
Talent Test in the relevant field with Practical Demonstration – 35 Marks
Confirmation of Talent by Testimonials / Certificates / Awards – 15 Marks
Document Verification
Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR-40%, OBC-30%, SC-30%, ST-25%