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East Coast Railway Recruitment 2024: The East Coast Railway has released a notification for vacancies in the Scouts & Guides Quota, with a total of four positions available. Interested and eligible candidates can apply.

Individuals possessing qualifications such as 10th/ITI/NAC/12th are eligible to apply for these positions within East Coast Railway careers. Those interested and meeting the eligibility criteria can submit their applications via post, with the deadline set for February 29, 2024.

Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification for specific details regarding eligibility criteria, selection process, application fee, and age limit before applying for East Coast Railway Jobs.

About – East Coast Railway

The East Coast Railway (ECoR) is one of the seventeen railway zones in India. It came into existence in its current form on 1 April 2003. The headquarters of the East Coast Railway is located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

ECoR primarily serves the states of Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, covering a significant portion of the eastern coastline of India. The East Coast Railway has a renowned focus on safety, efficiency, and customer service.

It operates a vast network of railway lines connecting major cities and towns in the region, facilitating both passenger and freight transportation. It plays a crucial role in the economic development of the regions it serves by providing reliable and accessible transportation services.

Short Overview – East Coast Railway Recruitment
Recruiting OrganizationEast Coast Railway
Post NameScouts & Guides Quota
No. Of Posts04 Posts
QualificationITI/10th/NAC/12th
ExperienceFreshers
Maximum Age
  • 30 years. – level 2 post
  • 33 years. – level 1 post
Last Date of Registration29/02/2024
Important Dates – East Coast Railway Recruitment
Registration Begins From01/02/2024
Last Date of Registration
  • Non-Residents of Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep: 29/02/2024
  • Residents of Andaman, Nicobar & Lakshadweep: 14/03/2024
Date Of Examination2nd Week Of March
Detailed Eligibility- East Coast Railway Recruitment

Scouting And Guiding Qualifications-

  • Individuals holding a President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger title or Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) in any section are eligible.
  • Candidates must have been active members of a Scouts organization for the past 5 years. The “Certificate of Activeness” should adhere to the specifications outlined in Annexure-III.
  • Applicants should have participated in two events at the National level or All Indian Railways’ level, as well as two events at the State level.
Educational QualificationEligibility
Level 1
  • Candidates need either a 10th standard certificate or ITI qualification, or an equivalent from a recognized Board for eligibility.

(OR)

  • Candidates must possess a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT for positions in Civil Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Signal & Telecom Department, and Catering Wing of Railways.
  • Candidates with either a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT or ITI certification and a 10th pass are eligible.
Level 2
  • Candidates must have completed the 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent examination with a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate. NTPC categories mandate a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. However, SC/ST/Ex-servicemen candidates and those with higher qualifications like Graduation/Post Graduation are exempt from this criterion.

(OR)

  • Technical Categories require a matriculation pass or its equivalent from a recognized board. Additionally, an ITI certificate is mandatory.
Age Limit(As On 01/07/2024)
Minimum Age
  • 18 years for both levels
Maximum Age
  • 30 years – Level 2
  • 33 years – Level 1
Age Relaxation
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC – Non Creamy layer candidates: 3 Years
  • Ex-servicemen candidates with over 6 months of service post-attestation are eligible for a concession equivalent to their service duration in Defense plus an additional 3 years.
  • Other eligibility criteria will be under the prevailing Government regulations.
Total Vacancies
Level 102
Level 202

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Selection Process
  • The organization will summon eligible candidates who apply in response to the notification for the Written Examination.
  • The organization will shortlist only candidates who have achieved a minimum of 35% marks in the Written Test and are within five times the number of vacancies for document verification, during which marks based on their certificates will be awarded.
  • The merit list generated from the Written Test will serve as the criterion for shortlisting candidates for document verification (DV).
Written Test
  • The written test will comprise 40 objective questions (40 marks) and 1 essay-type question (20 marks) concerning the Scouts and Guides Organization, its activities, and General Knowledge for Group-C and former Gr.D positions.
  • Negative marking will be applicable in the written test, with 1/3rd of the marks allotted for each Objective Type Question deducted for every wrong answer.
  • The duration of the written test will be 60 minutes.
Certificate Marks
  • Participation or service rendered in National events/National Jamboree (including All Indian Railway Events) will be awarded 10 marks.
    • The first two certificates, which signify the minimum eligibility qualification, will not be awarded any marks.
    • Participation in one additional event will be rewarded with 7 marks.
    • Participation in two or more additional events will be rewarded with 10 marks.
  • Participation or service rendered in State events or rallies will be awarded 10 marks.
    • The first two certificates, representing the minimum eligibility qualification, will not be assigned any marks.
    • Participation in one additional event will be awarded 7 marks.
    • Participation in two or more additional events will be awarded 10 marks.
  • Specialized Scout/Guide courses organized at the National/State/All Indian Railways level will be rewarded with 10 marks.
    • Participation in one course will be rewarded with 7 marks.
    • Participation in two or more courses will be awarded 10 marks.
  • Participation in District Rallies will be awarded 10 marks.
    • One certificate will not be awarded any marks.
    • Two certificates will be awarded 7 marks.
    • Three certificates will be awarded 10 marks.
Application Fee – East Coast Railway Recruitment
General500/-
Reserved categories such as SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), Women, Minorities, and Economic Backward Classes100/-
Payment ModePayment can be made via Demand Draft/Pay Order from any Nationalized Bank or crossed Indian Postal Order from any Post Office, payable to “Principal Financial Adviser, East Coast Railway,” and drawn in favor of Bhubaneswar.
Application Process- East Coast Railway Recruitment

Interested and eligible candidates must submit the Application form along with relevant documents to the specified postal address by or before 29th February 2024.

Postal AddressAssistant Personnel Officer (HQ),
2 Floor,
South Block,
Rail Sadan, Chandrasekharpur,
Bhubaneswar,
Odisha — 751017
NOTE
  • Applicants should write the following on the top of the envelope containing the application: “Application against Scouts and Guides Quota Recruitment for the year 2023-24 for Group-C or Erstwhile Gr.D.”
  • Alternatively, candidates can drop their applications directly into the Drop Box placed at the office premises.
Important Links
Official Websiteeastcoastrail.indianrailways.gov.in
Application FormClick Here
Official NotificationClick Here

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