South Western Railway Recruitment 2024: South Western Railway is inviting applications from eligible candidates to fill 46 positions in Group ‘C’ categories, specifically under Level-5/4, Level-3/2, and the former Group ‘D’ categories in Level-1 of the Railway Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016. These vacancies are available in various disciplines and are open for recruitment against the Sports Quota for the year 2024-25.
According to the official notification, candidates from the General and OBC categories are required to pay an application fee of ₹500. Meanwhile, applicants belonging to SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Women/Minorities/Economically Backward Classes (EBCs) need to pay a reduced fee of ₹250.
The minimum age for applicants is set at 18 years, with a maximum age limit of 25 years for the assigned positions. Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary ranging from ₹5,200 to ₹20,200, with additional grade pay as specified in the notification.
Eligible candidates will be called for trials to evaluate their sports performance and suitability. The dates for these trials will be announced later and will be published on the South Western Railway websites. The trials are expected to take place in Hubballi, Bengaluru, Mysuru, or at any other designated locations decided by the administration.
Interested and eligible candidates should complete the application form in the prescribed format and submit it via ordinary post (not through registered or speed post, or courier service) to the address provided below, ensuring submission before the deadline.
South Western Railway Recruitment 2024: Important Dates
| Apply Start Date | 19 October 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 November 2024 (up to 05:45 pm) |
| Trials Date | To be released |
South Western Railway Recruitment 2024: Application Fee
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs. 500 (Provision for refunding Rs. 400/- to those who actually appear in the trials.) |
| SC / ST / PWD | Rs. 250 (Provision for refunding the same amount to those who actually appear in the trials.) |
South Western Railway Recruitment 2024: Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- Age Limit as on 01/01/2025
South Western Railway Recruitment 2024: Post Names and Vacancies
South Western Railway is seeking applications from eligible candidates to fill a total of 46 vacancies in Group ‘C’ categories. These positions are available under Level-5/4, Level-3/2, and the former Group ‘D’ categories at Level-1, as per the Railway Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016. The recruitment is being conducted against the Sports Quota (Open Advertisement) for the year 2024-25. According to the official notification for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024, there are 46 available positions for the specified roles.
| Category | Sports Discipline/Game/Event/Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| (A) Zonal Railway Quota (Level-5/4) | Chess (Men) | 1 |
| Hockey (Men) – Goal Keeper | 1 | |
| Swimming (Men) – 50, 100, 200 Back Stroke/Breast Stroke/Butterfly Stroke | 1 | |
| Basketball (Women) – Forward | 1 | |
| Cricket (Women) – All Rounder | 1 | |
| Total | 5 | |
| Note | Candidates eligible for Level-3/2 may apply but will only be considered if Level-5/4 candidates are found ineligible. | |
| (B) Zonal Railway Quota (Level-3/2) | Athletics (Men) – 110 mts hurdles | 1 |
| Athletics (Men) – 400 mts | 1 | |
| Athletics (Women) – Long Jump/Triple Jump | 1 | |
| Athletics (Women) – 100 mts Hurdles | 1 | |
| Basketball (Women) – Ball Handler | 1 | |
| Cricket (Men) – Left Hand Middle Order Batter | 1 | |
| Cricket (Women) – Left Hand Middle Order Batter | 1 | |
| Cricket (Women) – Left Arm Spinner | 1 | |
| Volleyball (Men) – Attacker/Setter | 1 | |
| Volleyball (Women) – Attacker | 1 | |
| Volleyball (Women) – Blocker | 1 | |
| Volleyball (Women) – Libero | 1 | |
| Volleyball (Women) – Setter | 1 | |
| Kabaddi (Women) – Right Raider | 1 | |
| Kabaddi (Women) – Left Raider | 1 | |
| Kabaddi (Women) – Left Corner | 1 | |
| Total | 16 | |
| (C) Headquarters Quota (Level-1) | Ball Badminton (Men) – Centre | 1 |
| Ball Badminton (Men) – Left Front | 1 | |
| Ball Badminton (Men) – Right Front | 1 | |
| Ball Badminton (Men) – Back | 1 | |
| Hockey (Men) – Forward | 1 | |
| Swimming (Men) – 50, 100, 200 Back Stroke/Breast Stroke/Butterfly Stroke | 3 | |
| Water Polo (Men) – Right Position | 1 | |
| Water Polo (Men) – Left Position | 1 | |
| Total | 10 | |
| (D) Bangalore Division Quota (Level-1) | Athletics (Men) – 100 mts | 1 |
| Athletics (Women) – 800 mts | 1 | |
| Table Tennis (Women) – Singles/Doubles | 1 | |
| Water Polo (Men) – All Rounder | 1 | |
| Water Polo (Men) – Centre Position | 1 | |
| Total | 5 | |
| (E) Hubli Division Quota (Level-1) | Golf (Men) – Golf | 1 |
| Volleyball (Women) – Attacker | 2 | |
| Volleyball (Women) – Blocker | 2 | |
| Total | 5 | |
| (F) Mysore Division Quota (Level-1) | Chess (Women) – IM | 1 |
| Table Tennis (Men) – Singles/Doubles | 1 | |
| Kabaddi (Women) – Right Corner | 1 | |
| Kabaddi (Women) – Right Cover | 1 | |
| Kabaddi (Women) – Left Cover | 1 | |
| Total | 5 | |
Qualification for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024
Candidates interested in applying for the South Western Railway Recruitment 2024 must meet the following qualifications:
Level 5
- Education: A graduate degree in any discipline or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Level 4
- Education: A graduate degree in any discipline or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
- Alternative Qualifications:
- Completion of the first year of B.Sc. (Physics) or a pass in Higher Secondary (12th grade) in Science (Physics or Maths) from a recognized institution.
- Completion of 12th grade or an equivalent examination from a recognized board/university. Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to meet a skill test requirement: a dictation speed of 80 words per minute for 10 minutes, with transcription times of 50 minutes in English and 65 minutes in Hindi.
- Alternative Qualifications:
Level 3/2
- Education: Completion of 12th grade or its equivalent examination for non-technical positions from a recognized institution.
- Alternative Qualifications:
- Matriculation followed by the completion of an Act Apprenticeship/ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT from a recognized institution. (Note: A Diploma in Engineering is not considered an acceptable higher qualification.)
- Completion of 10th grade from a recognized institution. Candidates qualifying on the basis of 10th grade for skilled artisan positions will undergo training for three years.
- Alternative Qualifications:
Level 1
- Education: Completion of 10th grade or its equivalent examination from a recognized institution.
Pay Scale for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 5,200 to Rs. 20,200, along with the grade pay as specified below:
| Level | Grade Pay |
|---|---|
| Level 5/4 | Rs. 2,800/Rs. 2,400 |
| Level 3/2 | Rs. 2,000/Rs. 1,900 |
| Level 1 | Rs. 1,800 |
Selection Process for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024
As per the official notification for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024, eligible candidates will be called for trials to assess their athletic skills and suitability for the positions. The specific dates for the trials will be announced later and published on the South Western Railway websites. Trials will take place at designated locations, including Hubballi, Bengaluru, and Mysuru, or any other locations determined by the Administration.
How to Apply for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024
To apply for the South Western Railway Recruitment 2024, candidates who meet the eligibility criteria must complete the application form in the specified format. The application should be sent via ordinary post (not registered, speed post, or courier) to the address provided in the table below. All applications must be submitted by 19.11.2024, no later than 5:45 PM.
South Western Railway Recruitment 2024: FAQs
Here are answers to some common questions regarding South Western Railway Recruitment 2024.
- How many vacancies are available in South Western Railway Recruitment 2024?
A total of 46 vacancies are available for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024. - What is the deadline for submitting applications for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024?
The last date to submit applications for the mentioned positions is November 19, 2024. - How can I apply for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024?
Candidates can apply for South Western Railway Recruitment 2024 by sending their completed application forms to the specified address mentioned above.
South Western Railway Recruitment 2024 Notification & Application Form PDF
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |