The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) Western Railway has opened its gates to talented and sports-driven candidates through its latest notification for Group C and erstwhile Group D posts. With a total of 64 vacancies under the Sports Quota.
This recruitment drive offers a unique opportunity for sportspersons who have also completed qualifications ranging from Matric to Graduation. The online application window is active from 30 July 2025 and will remain open until 29 August 2025, offering candidates a one-month span to submit their forms at rrc-wr.com.
RRC Western Railway Recruitment 2025 Overview
Before diving into the eligibility and selection process, here is a brief summary of the job notification, post distribution, and application timeline.
Category | Details |
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Organization | RRC Western Railway |
Advt No. | RRC/WR/01/2025 (Sports Quota) |
Total Vacancies | 64 (21 Group C, 43 erstwhile Group D) |
Post Names | Group C, erstwhile Group D |
Qualification | 10th/12th/ITI/Diploma/Graduate |
Application Start Date | 30 July 2025 (10:00 Hrs) |
Last Date to Apply | 29 August 2025 (18:00 Hrs) |
Application Fee | ₹500 (₹400 refundable) / ₹250 (SC/ST/ExSM/PwD/Women/EWS – fully refundable) |
Official Website | rrc-wr.com |
Eligibility & Qualification Details – RRC WR Group C & D Recruitment 2025
To be eligible, candidates must be between 18 to 25 years of age as of 01-01-2026. Only those born between 02 January 2001 and 01 January 2008 (inclusive) are eligible. No age relaxation is permissible.
For Group C, candidates must have:
- A Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university, or
- Passed 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent, or
- Matriculation plus ITI/Diploma/NAC approved by NCVT/SCVT.
For Group D, the minimum requirement is:
- Pass in 10th standard or equivalent from a recognized board, or
- Possession of an ITI/Diploma/NAC certificate from a recognized institution.
Make sure that your qualifications are from recognized institutions only, as per the eligibility clause in the official notification.
Salary Structure Based on Sports Discipline
The pay scale varies depending on the level and the sports discipline:
- Level 3/2 (GP 2000/1900): ₹5200-20200
- Level 1 (GP 1800): ₹5200-20200
- For Cricket (Men & Women), the pay grade can go up to:
- GP 2800/2400 (Level-5/4)
Always read the official advertisement thoroughly to avoid mistakes in choosing the correct level of pay and category during your application.
Sports Quota Recruitment – Disciplines Covered
Candidates applying under Sports Quota should have outstanding achievements in sports like Table Tennis, Cricket (Men/Women), and other specified disciplines mentioned in the notification. Detailed eligibility for sports criteria (representation level, performance records, etc.) is available in the official advertisement.
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Selection Process – RRC Western Railway
The selection process will include:
- Scrutiny of Sports Achievements and Educational Qualifications
- Trial Performance
- Interview
- Document Verification
Merit will be based on both sports performance and educational credentials, as per the prescribed norms.
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Important Links – RRC WR Group C & D Apply Online
Resource | Link |
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Apply Online | Click Here |
Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
Official Website | Click Here |
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FAQs – RRC Western Railway Group C and D Recruitment 2025
29 August 2025 is the last date to apply online.
Yes, candidates with 10th pass or ITI/Diploma/NAC can apply for Group D.
Yes. General category candidates get ₹400 refund if they appear in the trial; SC/ST/PwD/Women/Minorities/EWS candidates get a full refund of ₹250 after attending the trial.
This recruitment is under Sports Quota only.
Through sports trial, educational scrutiny, and document verification.
Always read the official advertisement thoroughly to avoid mistakes.