Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment Updates 2026
Welcome to the official hub for Railway Cultural Quota Vacancies. This page provides real-time updates on Cultural Quota recruitment across all Indian Railway zones (RRC & RRB). Track the entire recruitment cycle here—from official notifications and application forms to admit cards and final results.
Updated: Dec 7, 2025
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About Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment
The Indian Railways recruits talented artists, musicians, dancers, and theatre performers through the “Cultural Quota” every year. Unlike standard recruitment exams, this quota focuses on preserving and promoting India’s rich cultural heritage. These are Permanent Government Jobs primarily under Group C (Level 2).
- Written Exam: YES. Unlike Sports Quota, Cultural Quota recruitment includes a Written Test.
- Selection: Based on Written Test + Practical Demonstration + Talent Assessment.
- Age Relaxation: YES. Relaxation is available for SC/ST (5 Years) and OBC (3 Years).
💰 Railway Cultural Quota Salary (7th CPC)
Selected candidates are placed in the standard 7th Pay Commission scales. Most Cultural Quota vacancies are notified for Level 2.
| Post Level | Basic Pay | Approx. Gross Salary* |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2 (Junior Clerk/Technician) | ₹19,900 | ₹31,000 – ₹35,000 |
*Includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA).
🏆 Selection Process (Total 100 Marks)
The selection relies on a combination of your general knowledge and your artistic talent. Candidates must qualify in the Written Test to proceed to the Practical Demonstration.
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Written Test (50 Marks): An objective-type test (CBT or OMR) consisting of 50 questions.
• Syllabus: General Knowledge, Arithmetic, and Reasoning.
• Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for every wrong answer.
• Minimum Pass Marks: 40% (UR), 30% (SC/ST/OBC). -
Practical Demonstration (35 Marks): The most critical stage. Qualified candidates perform their art (Singing, Dancing, Playing Instruments) before a committee.
• You must demonstrate high proficiency and potential. -
Assessment of Talent (15 Marks): Marks awarded based on your credentials:
• Awards/Prizes (National/State level).
• Experience & Testimonials (AIR/Doordarshan performance etc.).
Eligibility Criteria & Cultural Norms
Candidates must possess both Academic qualifications and specific Cultural qualifications to apply.
• SC/ST: 5 Years (Up to 35)
(50% marks rule is not applicable for SC/ST/Ex-SM and candidates with higher qualifications like Graduation).
💸 Application Fee & Refund
Like other Railway exams, the fee is refundable ONLY if you appear for the Written Examination.
- ₹500 for General/OBC (₹400 is refunded after appearing in the Written Test).
- ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-SM/Women/Minorities/EWS (Full ₹250 is refunded after appearing in the Written Test).
Common Disciplines Recruited
Railways recruit for specific disciplines based on the requirement of that financial year. Common fields include:
- Classical Vocal: Hindustani, Carnatic.
- Light Vocal: Sugam Sangeet, Folk Songs.
- Instrumental: Sitar, Sarod, Guitar, Violin, Flute, Tabla, Harmonium, Keyboard, Mridangam.
- Dance: Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kuchipudi, Folk Dance.
- Drama/Theatre: Acting, Direction.
Railway Recruitment Cells (RRC) Zone List
Each RRC releases a separate “Cultural Quota” notification (usually 2 posts per zone). Check active links below: