Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway (RRCER) has officially released the Stage-I Examination schedule and E-Call Letters for two major recruitment drives: Cultural Quota (Level-2) and Scouts & Guides Quota (Level-1) for the year 2025-26.
According to the official notices (No. 428 for Cultural Quota and No. 427 for Scouts & Guides), the Computer Based Test (CBT) for both categories is scheduled to be held on 28 January 2026. The download link for the admit cards is active from 14.01.2026 (10:00 Hrs.).
Candidates are strongly advised to download their hall tickets immediately as the window for the Cultural Quota closes strictly on 20.01.2026.
RRC ER Recruitment 2025-26: Quick Highlights
| Feature | Cultural Quota (Level 2) | Scouts & Guides (Level 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Notice Number | RRC/ER/Cultural Quota/2025-26 (428) | RRC/ER/Scouts & Guides/2025-26 (427) |
| Exam Date | 28 January 2026 | 28 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Status | Released | Released |
| Download Start | 14 Jan 2026 (10:00 Hrs) | 14 Jan 2026 (10:00 Hrs) |
| Exam Mode | CBT | CBT + Written (Essay) |
| Official Website | rrcer.org | rrcer.org |
Important Exam Pattern Update (Scouts & Guides Level 1)
Candidates appearing for the Scouts & Guides Quota (Level 1) must note the specific exam pattern mentioned in Notice No. 427:
- Total Marks: The exam consists of two parts.
- MCQs: 40 Multiple Choice Questions (1 Mark each) to be answered on the computer screen.
- Essay: One (01) Essay-Type (Subjective) Question carrying 20 Marks.
- Important: While the essay question will be displayed on the computer screen, the response must be written on a physical answer sheet provided at the center.
Crucial Instructions for Offline Applicants (Cultural Quota)
For the Cultural Quota Recruitment (Level 2), the RRC has issued specific instructions for candidates who submitted applications via offline mode. To download the E-Call Letter, you must:
- Log in with your credentials.
- Upload Scanned Copies: Upload a recent coloured passport-size photograph, signature, and Left Thumb Impression (LTI).
- Only after uploading these can you print the E-Call Letter.
Steps to Download RRC Kolkata Admit Card 2025
Candidates can follow these steps to download their hall ticket for either RRC Group D (Level 1) or Level 2 posts:
- Select Your Quota: Click on the specific link below for either “Cultural Quota” or “Scouts & Guides Quota”.
- Enter Details: Input your Registration No./Roll No. and Date of Birth.
- Complete Profile: If you are an offline applicant for Cultural Quota, complete the photo upload step first.
- Download: Save the PDF of the Stage-I E-Call Letter.
- Print: Take a clear printout to carry to the exam hall.
Documents Required at the Exam Venue
Entry to the examination centre is strictly prohibited without the following documents:
- E-Call Letter: Hard copy of the downloaded admit card.
- Valid ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License.
- Photos: Four (4) recent passport-size photographs (Candidates must carry these extra photos).
Important Links
| Link Name | Link Details |
|---|---|
| Admit Card (Level 1 – Scouts & Guides) | Click Here |
| Admit Card (Level 2 – Cultural Quota) | Click Here |
| Notice PDF (Level 1) | Download PDF |
| Notice PDF (Level 2) | Download PDF |
| Official Website | rrcer.org |
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