Post Name : RRB NTPC Eligibility 2024, Age Limit, Qualifications
Post Date : 15 February , 2024
Post Description : The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) conduct the RRB NTPC Exam, and candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria to be eligible to appear for the exam. The eligibility criteria include factors such as nationality, age limit, educational qualification, and physical standards. Here’s an overview of the RRB NTPC eligibility requirements for 2024:
RRB NTPC Eligibility 2024 Overview
The RRB NTPC exam aims to recruit candidates for various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) positions within the Indian Railways’ Zonal Railways and Production Units. These positions include Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Traffic Assistant, Goods Guard, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Senior Time Keeper, Commercial Apprentice, and Station Master. Below is a detailed overview of the RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria for 2024.
RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria 2024
The eligibility criteria for RRB NTPC in 2024 are determined based on the following factors:
Nationality
- Candidates must be:
- Citizens of India.
- Subjects of Bhutan or Nepal.
- Tibetan refugees who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of settling permanently.
- Individuals of Indian origin who migrated from specific countries with the intention of settling permanently in India.
Age Limit
- The age limit for RRB NTPC exam varies based on the level of the post:
- For undergraduate-level posts (12th standard), candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old.
- For graduate-level posts, the age limit is between 18 and 33 years.
- The minimum age requirement for RRB NTPC is 18 years.
Educational Qualification
- The educational qualification required for RRB NTPC varies depending on the specific post applied for. Generally, candidates must have completed their 10+2 or graduation from a recognized board or university.
- Detailed educational qualifications required for each post are specified in the official notification.
Physical Standards
- Candidates applying for certain posts may need to meet specific physical standards as prescribed by the Railway Recruitment Boards.
RRB NTPC Age Limit for Undergraduate Level Posts
Please refer to the table below for the RRB NTPC Age Limit for Undergraduate level posts:
| Age Group | Category | Upper Age Limit | Lower Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18-30 Years | UR | 2 July 1989 | 1 July 2001 |
| OBC-Non Creamy Layer | 2 July 1986 | 1 July 2001 | |
| SC/ST | 2 July 1984 | 1 July 2001 |
RRB NTPC Age Limit for Graduate Level Posts
Please refer to the table below for the RRB NTPC Age Limit for Graduate level posts:
| Age Group | Category | Upper Age Limit | Lower Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18-33 Years | UR | 2 July 1986 | 1 July 2001 |
| OBC-Non Creamy Layer | 2 July 1983 | 1 July 2001 | |
| SC/ST | 2 July 1981 | 1 July 2001 |
RRB NTPC Age Relaxation
Candidates in reserved categories are eligible for relaxation in the upper age limit. The RRB NTPC age relaxation for different categories is as follows:
| Category | NTPC Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
Candidates in the PWD (Persons with Disabilities) category are eligible for age relaxation in the upper age limit. Please refer to the table below for the details:
| Category | NTPC Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR | 10 Years |
| OBC | 13 Years |
| SC/ST | 15 Years |
Ex-Serviceman candidates are eligible for age relaxation in the upper age limit. Please refer to the table below for the details:
| Category | NTPC Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR | 30 years plus the number of years of service in Defence plus 3 years |
| SC/ST | 35 years plus the number of years of service in Defence plus 3 years |
| OBC | 33 years plus the number of years of service in Defence plus 3 years. |
Candidates domiciled in Jammu and Kashmir from January 1, 1980, to December 31, 1989, are eligible for age relaxation in the upper age limit. Please refer to the table below for the details:
Age Relaxation
Candidates serving as Casual Labour, Group C, and Group D staff in Indian Railways with a minimum of 3 years of service are eligible for age relaxation in the upper age limit. Please refer to the table below for the details:
| Category | NTPC Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR | 40 years |
| OBC | 43 Years |
| SC/ST | 45 Years |
Candidates working in Quasi-Administrative offices of Railway organizations such as Co-operative societies, Railway Canteen, and Institutes are eligible for age relaxation in the upper age limit. Please refer to the table below for the details:
| Category | NTPC Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR | 30 years plus the length of service or 5 years, whichever is lower |
| OBC | 33 years plus the length of service or 5 years, whichever is lower |
| SC/ST | 35 years plus the length of service or 5 years, whichever is lower |
Women widows, divorced, or judicially separated but not remarried are eligible for age relaxation in the upper age limit. Please refer to the table below for the details:
| Category | NTPC Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR | 35 Years |
| OBC | 38 Years |
| SC/ST | 40 Years |
RRB NTPC 2024 Educational Qualification
The educational qualification required for RRB NTPC graduate-level posts is a graduation degree from a recognized university. For undergraduate-level posts, the educational qualification is a minimum of a Class 12 pass. Candidates interested in applying for the exam should refer to the table below for post-wise RRB NTPC educational qualification.
| Name of the Post | RRB NTPC Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Commercial Apprentice | Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent |
| Station Master | Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent |
| Goods Guard | Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent Typing proficiency in English / Hindi on Computer is essential |
| Senior Clerk Cum Typist | Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent Typing proficiency in English / Hindi on Computer is essential |
| Senior Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | Degree from a recognised University or its equivalent |
| Senior Time Keeper | Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent Typing proficiency in English / Hindi on Computer is essential |
| Traffic Assistant | Degree from a recognized University or its equivalent |
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | Class 12 or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate 50% marks are not to be insisted upon for SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications |
| Accounts Clerk Cum Typist | Class 12 or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate 50% marks are not applicable for SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications Typing proficiency in English / Hindi on Computer is essential |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | Class 12 or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate 50% marks are not to be insisted upon for SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications Typing proficiency in English / Hindi on Computer is essential |
| Junior Time Keeper | Class 12 or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate 50% marks are not required for SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications Typing proficiency in English / Hindi on Computer is essential |
| Trains Clerk | Class 12 or its equivalent with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate 50% marks are not to be insisted upon for SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability/Ex-servicemen and candidates with higher qualifications |
RRB NTPC Typing Proficiency
The Typing Proficiency Test is mandatory only for specific RRB posts where typing skills are essential. Candidates applying for positions such as Junior Clerk Cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Trains Clerk, Accounts Clerk Cum Typist, Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Senior Clerk Cum Typist, Senior Time Keeper, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist, and Station Master must demonstrate typing proficiency.
In the RRB NTPC CBT 1 exam, there won’t be a writing/typing capability test. However, candidates shortlisted for the second round will undergo a Typing Skill Test. The eligibility criteria for typing proficiency in RRB NTPC are as follows:
- Guidelines for the typing skill test will be provided by the board. The test will be conducted in Hindi, and both Kruti Dev and Mangal fonts will be available for typing on a Personal Computer.
- Candidates with certain permanent disabilities such as visual impairments (Blindness/Low Vision), Cerebral Palsy, and Locomotor Disability (with not less than 40% permanent disability) may be exempted from the Typing Skill Test. These candidates must upload a scanned copy of the Typing Skill Test Exemption Certificate issued by the Competent Medical Board on the respective RRB’s website before the typing skill test.
- Merit will be determined only for candidates who have qualified in the typing skill test.
RRB NTPC 2024 Medical Standards
Please refer to the table below for post-wise RRB NTPC Eligibilty 2024 medical standards:
| Post Name | Medical Standards |
|---|---|
| Commercial Apprentice (CA) | B2 |
| Station Master | A2 |
| Goods Guard | A2 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant Cum Typist | C2 |
| Senior Clerk-Cum-typist | C2 |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | B2 |
| Senior Time Keeper | C2 |
| Traffic Assistant | A2 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | B2 |
| Accounts Clerk Cum Typist | C2 |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | C2 |
| Junior Time Keeper | C2 |
| Trains Clerk | A3 |
RRB NTPC 2024 Eye Standard
Below are the post-wise RRB NTPC Eligibility 2024 visual standards for eligibility:
| Medical Standard | NTPC Eye Criteria |
|---|---|
| A-2 | Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (No fogging test), Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses Must pass test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Myopic Vision |
| A-3 | Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 2D) Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses Must pass test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, and Myopic Vision |
| B-2 | Distance Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 4D) Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required Must pass test for Field of Vision (Binocular Vision), etc. |
| C-2 | Distance Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses Near Vision: Sn: 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required |
RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria Experience
For the RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) recruitment, no prior experience is generally required. However, candidates must meet all the eligibility criteria set by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), including age limits, nationality etc.
RRB NTPC 2024 Selection Process
The selection process for RRB NTPC 2024 comprises of four distinct stages. Successful progression through all these stages is important for candidates to qualify for RRB NTPC recruitment in 2024. The selection process consists of the following sequential stages:
1. CBT 1 (Computer Based Test 1)
2. CBT 2 (Computer Based Test 2)
3. CBAT (Computer Based Aptitude Test) / Skill Test
4. Document Verification
| Other Related Links | |
|---|---|
| RRB NTPC Application Form 2024 | RRB NTPC Syllabus 2024 |
