South Central Railway – Welfare Inspector
(35% LDCE Quota) Examination 2025
1. Purpose of Notification
The examination is conducted for selection of Senior Clerk-cum-Welfare Inspector (Level-6, Pay Matrix ₹35,400–₹1,12,400) under 35% Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) quota from eligible serving employees of the South Central Railway.
2. Eligibility Criteria
Criteria | Details |
Service Condition | Permanent Railway employees in ministerial cadres (Clerical/Accounts/Personnel/Operating/Stores, etc.) with 5 years of regular service in Level-2 and above. |
Educational Qualification | Any one of the following:
• Degree or Diploma in Social Science (Sociology, Social Work, Labour Welfare, etc.)
• Diploma in Labour Welfare / Industrial Relations / Personnel Management
• PG Diploma in Social Work / Labour Welfare / Industrial Relations
• LLB (Labour Laws) |
Age Limit | No specific upper age limit (departmental LDCE). Eligibility as on 01.01.2025. |
Medical Fitness | Must satisfy prescribed medical standards for the post. |
3. Examination Pattern
Part | Nature | Subject | Marks | Duration |
Part-A | Objective (MCQ) | General Knowledge, Railway Establishment Rules, Personnel & Labour Laws | 100 | 90 min |
Part-B | Descriptive/Practical | Welfare Activities, Social Work, Case Study, Noting & Drafting | 100 | 90 min |
Minimum 60% required to qualify (Relaxation as per reservation rules).
4. Syllabus (Indicative Topics)
A. General & Railway Knowledge - Structure of Indian Railways, Staff Welfare Schemes, Establishment Rules, D&A Rules, Leave Rules.
B. Labour Laws & Social Welfare: - Factories Act, Workmen’s Compensation, Payment of Wages, Minimum Wages, ESI, Maternity Benefit, Labour Welfare Fund.
C. Railway Staff Welfare Organisation:- Staff Benefit Fund (SBF), CRSWO, Holiday Homes, Schools, Canteens, Co-operative Societies.
D. Communication & Case Study: - Office noting/drafting, grievance redressal, case studies.
5. Important Dates
Event | Date |
Issue of Notification | October 2025 |
Last Date for Application | 20 November 2025 (tentative) |
Scrutiny & Verification | Late November 2025 |
Written Examination | December 2025 / January 2026 (tentative) |
Result Declaration | Within 30–45 days after exam |
6. Mode of Application
Applications must be submitted through proper channel (Personnel Branch) with required documents like qualification certificates, service particulars, and photograph. Forwarding officer should certify service record and integrity.
7. Other Conditions
Eligibility and qualification must be verified by the Personnel Branch. Employees under DAR proceedings or vigilance hold are ineligible. Any false information leads to disqualification. Final panel based strictly on merit and vacancy.
8. Preparation Strategy
Study Resources:
- Appendix3 Academy Notes, IREM Vol. I & II, D&A Rules, Labour Acts summaries.
Study Plan:
1st Month: Establishment Rules
2nd Month: Labour Acts & Welfare Topics
3rd Month: Case Studies, Mock Tests.
Practical: Observe welfare schemes, prepare drafts, and understand staff benefit operations.
9. Tips for Success
• Understand welfare activities and labour laws.
• Revise Railway rules and welfare circulars.
• Practice drafting and case studies.
• Attempt mock exams.
• Keep updated with new Railway welfare initiatives.
10. Contact and Clarification
For any clarification, contact the Personnel Branch or Establishment Section of your Division/Unit.
