RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Theatre Actor, Harmonium Player Posts
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Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway, Ministry of Railways, Government of India has released the RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026 notification for 2 posts. Apply only through the official website (rrccr.com).
Last checked: 06 Nov 2026, 11:51 am
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| Name of post | RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Theatre Actor, Harmonium Player Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway, Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Advertisement no. | RRC/CR/Cultural/03/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 2 posts |
| Selection process | Negative marking: 1/3 of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer. → A minimum of 40% marks in the written exam is needed to qualify for the practical demonstration. → RRC may, at its discretion, hold the written exam for all or a limited number of candidates. → The date, time and venue of the written exam, practical demonstration and document verification will be fixed by RRC and told to eligible candidates in due course; requests for postponement will not be accepted. → Eligibility status will be shown on the RRC website, and the e-call letter will be available there about seven days before the written exam; no admit card is sent by post. → Selection consists of a Written Examination/CBT/Tab Mode, then Document Verification, then a Practical Demonstration. There will be no interview. Only candidates who pass the written exam are called for document verification and the practical demonstration. → Total : 100 → A 50-mark written exam/CBT/Tab mode (50 questions, 60 minutes, 1/3 negative marking, 40% to qualify), then document verification, then a 35-mark practical demonstration and 15 marks for testimonials, certificates and awards. |
| Posted on | 06 Nov 2026 |
| Last updated | 06 Nov 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Important Dates
- Employment Notice date05 November 2026
- Online application starts05 November 2026
- Online application closes04 December 2026
- Age reckoned as on01 January 2027
Application Fee
The fee is paid through the payment gateway integrated with the online application, by debit card, credit card or internet banking; bank transaction charges are borne by the candidate. Ineligible candidates who still apply will not get a refund, and the fee is not refunded if the vacancies are cancelled. Minority candidates (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist and Zoroastrian (Parsi)) claiming exemption or refund must give the self-declaration in Annexure 'A' and an affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper at document verification. Economically Backward Class candidates (annual family income below Rs. 50,000) must produce an income certificate in the prescribed proforma from an authorised authority (District Magistrate or revenue officer up to Tahsildar, sitting MPs, Union Ministers, or a BPL card/IZZAT MST certificate) at document verification.
Category : Fee
All candidates except those in the next row : Rs. 500; Rs. 400 refunded, after deducting bank charges, to candidates found eligible who actually appear in the written exam
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Economically Backward Class (EWS) : Rs. 250; refunded, after deducting bank charges, to candidates found eligible who appear in the written exam
The fee is Rs. 500, of which Rs. 400 is refunded after bank charges to eligible candidates who appear in the written exam; SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Economically Backward Class candidates pay Rs. 250, refunded after bank charges on appearing.
Age Limit
- The age limit is 18 to 30 years (for Unreserved), counted as on 01/01/2027. Date of birth must fall between the dates below, both days included.
- Serving defence personnel due to retire within one year of the closing date, 04/12/2026, may also apply.
- SC/ST : 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer, Central Government format) : 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen : Defence service rendered + 3 years, if more than 6 months' service after attestation
- PwBD : UR 10 years, OBC 13 years, SC/ST 15 years
- Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated, not remarried : Maximum age UR 35, OBC 38, SC/ST 40 years
- Staff of quasi-administrative offices of the railway (railway canteens, co-operative societies, institutes) : Length of service, subject to a maximum of 5 years
- Substitutes : Upper age UR 40, OBC 43, SC/ST 45 years, with at least 3 years (continuous) service
- The age limit is 18 to 30 years (for Unreserved) as on 01/01/2027, with 5 years extra for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer).
Total Post
2 Posts
About this notice
Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway, Ministry of Railways, Government of India has published the RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026 recruitment notice for 2 posts. The largest are Theatre Actor (Male) (1) and Harmonium Player (1).
Candidates need 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent from a recognised board with at least 50% aggregate marks. The 50% condition does not apply to SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates or to candidates with a qualification higher than 12th; OR, Matriculation from a recognised board and Course Completed Act Apprenticeship; OR and Matriculation from a recognised board and ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT. Age: The age limit is 18 to 30 years (for Unreserved), counted as on 01/01/2027. Date of birth must fall between the dates below, both days included; Serving defence personnel due to retire within one year of the closing date, 04/12/2026, may also apply; SC/ST : 5 years. Check the official notification for category-wise relaxation and the exact cut-off date.
Selection is made through negative marking: 1/3 of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer, a minimum of 40% marks in the written exam is needed to qualify for the practical demonstration, rrc may, at its discretion, hold the written exam for all or a limited number of candidates, the date, time and venue of the written exam, practical demonstration and document verification will be fixed by rrc and told to eligible candidates in due course; requests for postponement will not be accepted and eligibility status will be shown on the rrc website, and the e-call letter will be available there about seven days before the written exam; no admit card is sent by post.
हिंदी में जानकारी
Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway, Ministry of Railways, Government of India ने RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026 2 पदों के लिए अधिसूचना जारी की है। आवेदन केवल आधिकारिक वेबसाइट से करें।
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Theatre Actor (Male) | 1 |
| Harmonium Player | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
RRC CR Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway, Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | Employment Notice No. आरआरसी/सीआर/ सांस्कृतिक/03/2026 (RRC/CR/Cultural/03/2026) dated 05/11/2026 |
| Post Name(s) | Theatre Actor (Male), Harmonium Player |
| Vacancies | 2 (1 per post) |
| Pay | Level-2 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years (for Unreserved) as on 01/01/2027; SC/ST 5 years and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 3 years extra |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500; Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Economically Backward Class |
| Job Location | Anywhere on Central Railway |
| Application Mode | Online at www.rrccr.com |
| Last Date to Apply | 04/12/2026, 18.00 hrs |
- The official notification does not specify the pay amount in rupees; it only describes the posts as Level-2.
About RRC CR
- The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) of Central Railway works under the Ministry of Railways and has its office at CPM Conversion Office Building, P D Mello Road, Wadibunder, Mumbai – 400 010. This notice is its Cultural Quota recruitment for 2026-27. RRC only recommends the names of successful candidates; the appointment process is handled by the Principal Chief Personnel Officer of Central Railway.
Vacancy Details
- The notice offers 2 posts at Level-2 in two cultural disciplines.
Who Can Apply – Nationality
- A candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 to settle permanently, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, the East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia or Vietnam to settle permanently in India. Candidates other than Indian citizens need a certificate of eligibility from the Government of India; they may be admitted to the exam provisionally but must produce it at document verification.
Educational Qualification (both posts)
- 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent from a recognised board with at least 50% aggregate marks. The 50% condition does not apply to SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates or to candidates with a qualification higher than 12th; OR
- Matriculation from a recognised board and Course Completed Act Apprenticeship; OR
- Matriculation from a recognised board and ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT.
- Persons appointed as Clerk-cum-Typist must pass a typing test at 30 words per minute in English or 25 words per minute in Hindi within two years of appointment; their appointment stays temporary until then.
Essential Professional Qualification and Desirable Qualification
| Post | Essential Professional Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Theatre Actor (Male) | Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Acting/Drama Arts from a Government-recognised University/Institution | See list below |
| Harmonium Player | Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Harmonium from a Government-recognised University/Institution | See list below |
- Candidates must also upload a certificate from the institution confirming that it is recognised by the Central or State Government, or run by a Government body set up under an Act of Parliament or a State Legislature. A candidate who cannot upload it will be treated as provisionally eligible and allowed to sit the written exam, but must submit it on the day of document verification, failing which the candidature will be cancelled. Candidates without the professional qualification need not apply.
Desirable – Theatre Actor (Male)
- Preference to candidates proficient in script writing and direction.
- Three years' experience in Acting/Script Writing/Direction; preference to experience with Doordarshan/All India Radio/a reputed or national television channel/a reputed theatre group (documentary proof required).
- Certificate of an individual award in Acting/Script Writing/Direction at state/national level competitions.
- Certificates of participation in state/national/international theatre festivals.
- Knowledge of light designing/light operating/set designing gives an additional advantage.
Desirable – Harmonium Player
- Three years' experience of playing harmonium with Doordarshan/All India Radio/a reputed television musical group or channel (documentary proof required).
- An individual award or certificate for harmonium playing at state or national level competitions/programmes.
- Experience or mastery in playing 'Lehra' or accompanying classical/instrumental solo performances gives an additional advantage.
- Proficiency in playing Hindi songs (film/semi-classical) on keyboard, with a certificate from a reputed music group.
- A "reputed" theatre or musical group means one that has performed on various stages with national-level artists, or includes artists who have worked in All India Radio, television or the film industry. The railway reserves the right to reject any application. In the online form, candidates should give details of participation as Grade 'A'/'B' artist or scholarship holder in AIR and Doordarshan, and in international, national, state and district level competitions, festivals and workshops.
- Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
Pay and Tenure
- Both posts are at Level-2. On initial appointment, pay will be the minimum of the pay level, with other allowances as admissible at that time. Where training is prescribed for the post, selected candidates must undergo it and only a stipend, as applicable, is paid during training. Wherever required, candidates must pay a security deposit and execute an indemnity bond. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere on Central Railway, and male candidates finally appointed are liable for active service in the Railway Engineers unit of the Territorial Army.
Documents to Upload
- Marksheet/certificate of the minimum educational qualification (para 2(a)).
- Professional qualification certificate (para 2(b)).
- Date of birth proof: Class 10 certificate or marksheet, or school leaving certificate showing the date of birth.
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates, where applicable – SC/ST in the Annexure 'C' format; OBC Non-Creamy Layer in the Central Government format (Annexure 'D'), issued on or after 01/04/2026.
- The institution recognition certificate described under professional qualification.
- For any problem in submitting or printing the online application, candidates can email the help desk at [email protected].
Selection and Interview
| Stage | What it covers | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Written Exam/CBT/Tab Mode | 50 objective multiple-choice questions on General Awareness, Mathematics, Mental Ability and the notified cultural discipline; 60 minutes; English and Hindi | 50 |
| Practical Demonstration | Talent test in the concerned field | 35 |
| Testimonials/Certificates/Awards | Confirmation of talent | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
Important Instructions
- At the exam hall, bring the e-call letter, Aadhaar card or a valid photo ID, one colour passport-size photograph and original SC/ST/OBC certificate where applicable; without a valid photo ID entry is refused.
- On the practical demonstration day, bring originals of age, qualification, caste and cultural discipline documents, self-attested photocopies, your own cultural kit and four passport-size photographs; certificates in other languages need a certified English/Hindi translation.
- Candidates may need to stay 2–3 days for the practical demonstration at their own arrangement; no TA/DA or accommodation is given.
- Candidates already working in PSUs/Government organisations must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the practical demonstration.
- SC/ST candidates who upload a valid caste certificate (Annexure 'C') can get a free second-class railway pass for the written exam and must carry the original certificate and ID while travelling.
- Candidates debarred for life by any RRB/RRC, or for a period not yet over, need not apply; multiple applications with different details will be rejected.
- Mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices and other communication devices are not allowed at the exam venue.
- Appointment is subject to medical fitness, final verification of educational and caste certificates and verification of antecedents/character. Legal matters fall under the jurisdiction of CAT, Mumbai only.
More Details
- Age Relaxation
Mode of Selection
- Negative marking: 1/3 of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
- A minimum of 40% marks in the written exam is needed to qualify for the practical demonstration.
- RRC may, at its discretion, hold the written exam for all or a limited number of candidates.
- The date, time and venue of the written exam, practical demonstration and document verification will be fixed by RRC and told to eligible candidates in due course; requests for postponement will not be accepted.
- Eligibility status will be shown on the RRC website, and the e-call letter will be available there about seven days before the written exam; no admit card is sent by post.
- Selection consists of a Written Examination/CBT/Tab Mode, then Document Verification, then a Practical Demonstration. There will be no interview. Only candidates who pass the written exam are called for document verification and the practical demonstration.
- Total : 100
- A 50-mark written exam/CBT/Tab mode (50 questions, 60 minutes, 1/3 negative marking, 40% to qualify), then document verification, then a 35-mark practical demonstration and 15 marks for testimonials, certificates and awards.
How to Apply for RRC CR Recruitment 2026
- Go to www.rrccr.com and follow the detailed guidelines given there for the online application.
- Log on and fill in personal details/bio-data carefully, including the 12-digit Aadhaar number or the 28-digit Aadhaar enrolment ID (applicants from Jammu and Kashmir, Meghalaya and Assam may enter voter ID, passport, driving licence or another valid Government ID number).
- Give an active mobile number and email ID; all RRC messages will be sent by email/SMS.
- Upload a colour passport-size photograph (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20–70 KB, not older than three months, without cap or sunglasses) and a running-hand signature (3.5 cm x 2.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20–30 KB), not in block/capital or disjoint letters.
- Upload the documents listed below and enter the details of your desirable qualifications.
- Pay the fee through the payment gateway; no change or edit is allowed after payment. Save or print the e-receipt.
- Note the registration account ID and take a printout of the application, which must be produced at document verification and practical demonstration. Nothing is to be sent to RRC by post.
How to prepare
- Selection for this notice: Negative marking: 1/3 of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer → A minimum of 40% marks in the written exam is needed to qualify for the practical demonstration → RRC may, at its discretion, hold the written exam for all or a limited number of candidates → The date, time and venue of the written exam, practical demonstration and document verification will be fixed by RRC and told to eligible candidates in due course; requests for postponement will not be accepted → Eligibility status will be shown on the RRC website, and the e-call letter will be available there about seven days before the written exam; no admit card is sent by post.
- The written exam for railway exams usually covers Mathematics, Reasoning, General Science and General Awareness, with questions around class 10 level.
Full guide: How to prepare for Railway exams · Previous year papers
Important Links
| Application Mode (www.rrccr.com) | Click Here rrccr.com |
|---|---|
| RRC CR Cultural Quota online application | Click Here rrcregistration.ibtexamination.com |
| Official Notification PDF | Download rrccr.com |
| RRC Central Railway official website | Click Here rrccr.com |
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway, Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | Employment Notice No. आरआरसी/सीआर/ सांस्कृतिक/03/2026 (RRC/CR/Cultural/03/2026) dated 05/11/2026 |
| Post Name(s) | Theatre Actor (Male), Harmonium Player |
| Vacancies | 2 (1 per post) |
| Pay | Level-2 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years (for Unreserved) as on 01/01/2027; SC/ST 5 years and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 3 years extra |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500; Rs. 250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Economically Backward Class |
| Job Location | Anywhere on Central Railway |
| Last Date to Apply | 04/12/2026, 18.00 hrs |
| Link | Details |
| RRC CR Cultural Quota online application | Open from 05/11/2026 to 04/12/2026 (18.00 hrs) |
| Official Notification PDF | Employment Notice No. RRC/CR/Cultural/03/2026 |
| RRC Central Railway official website | Eligibility status, e-call letters and updates |
Frequently asked questions
When does the application for RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026 start?
Online application starts: 05 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
There are 2 posts in total.
What is the age limit for RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 30 years (for Unreserved), counted as on 01/01/2027. Date of birth must fall between the dates below, both days included; Serving defence personnel due to retire within one year of the closing date, 04/12/2026, may also apply; SC/ST : 5 years; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer, Central Government format) : 3 years; Ex-Servicemen : Defence service rendered + 3 years, if more than 6 months' service after attestation; PwBD : UR 10 years, OBC 13 years, SC/ST 15 years; Widows, divorced women and women judicially separated, not remarried : Maximum age UR 35, OBC 38, SC/ST 40 years; Staff of quasi-administrative offices of the railway (railway canteens, co-operative societies, institutes) : Length of service, subject to a maximum of 5 years; Substitutes : Upper age UR 40, OBC 43, SC/ST 45 years, with at least 3 years (continuous) service; The age limit is 18 to 30 years (for Unreserved) as on 01/01/2027, with 5 years extra for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer).
What qualification is needed for RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
12th (+2 stage) or equivalent from a recognised board with at least 50% aggregate marks. The 50% condition does not apply to SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates or to candidates with a qualification higher than 12th; OR | Matriculation from a recognised board and Course Completed Act Apprenticeship; OR | Matriculation from a recognised board and ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT. | Persons appointed as Cl…
What is the selection process for RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
Negative marking: 1/3 of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer, A minimum of 40% marks in the written exam is needed to qualify for the practical demonstration, RRC may, at its discretion, hold the written exam for all or a limited number of candidates, The date, time and venue of the written exam, practical demonstration and document verification will be fixed by RRC and told to eligible candidates in due course; requests for postponement will not be accepted, Eligibility status will be shown on the RRC website, and the e-call letter will be available there about seven days before the written exam; no admit card is sent by post, Selection consists of a Written Examination/CBT/Tab Mode, then Document Verification, then a Practical Demonstration. There will be no interview. Only candidates who pass the written exam are called for document verification and the practical demonstration, Total : 100, A 50-mark written exam/CBT/Tab mode (50 questions, 60 minutes, 1/3 negative marking, 40% to qualify), then document verification, then a 35-mark practical demonstration and 15 marks for testimonials, certificates and awards.
What is the official website for RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
The official website is https://rrccr.com.
Where do I apply for RRC Central Railway Recruitment 2026?
Apply only on the official website (rrccr.com). GovtPulse is a private information site and never takes applications or fees.