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RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024 Notification
The Railway Recruitment Board(RRB) released the RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024. The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will fill 8113 vacancies for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Graduate Posts through this recruitment drive. The posts are Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Junior Account Assistant Cum Typist, and Senior Clerk Cum Typist in Various Zonal Railways and Production units of Indian Railways.
Important Dates
Important Dates related to these posts are mentioned below:
| Events | NTPC Graduate ( CEN 05/2024) |
|---|---|
| RRB NTPC Notification Date | 13/09/2024 |
| Application Start Date | 14/09/2024 |
| Application End Date | 20/10/2024 (11:59 PM) |
| Date For Fees Payement after closing date i.e. 13/10/2024 (11:59 PM) | 21/10/2024 to 22/10/2024 |
| Date for Modification window for correction in application form with payment of modification fee. | 23/10/2024 to 30/10/2024 |
| Exam Date | To be Notified Later |
Candidates can modify the application particulars except for three parameters i.e.:
- Chosen RRB
- Email ID and
- Mobile Number, even after application submission, but within the last date of application submission, by paying a modification fee. However, after the last date for application submission (13.10.2024), RRBs shall not entertain any representation for modification of the information furnished in the application.
Last Date To Apply Extended
The Railway Recruitment Board has extended the last date to apply for these posts to 20th October 2024.
Vacancies Details
Vacancies for Graduate Posts:
| Name of Post | Pay Level as per 7th CPC | Initial Pay (₹) | Medical Standard | Prescribed Age in Normal Course (As on 01/01/2025) | Age Applicable to This CEN (As on 01/01/2025)* | Total Vacanices (All RRBs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Commerical Cum Ticket Supervisor | 6 | ₹35,400 | B2 | 18-33 Years | 18-36 Years | 1736 |
| Station Master | 6 | ₹35,400 | A2 | 18-33 Years | 18-36 Years | 994 |
| Goods Train Manager | 5 | ₹29,200 | A2 | 18-33 Years | 18-36 Years | 3144 |
| Junior Accounts Assitant cum Typist | 5 | ₹29,200 | C2 | 18-33 Years | 18-36 Years | 1507 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 5 | ₹29,200 | C2 | 18-33 Years | 18-36 Years | 732 |
| Total | 8113 | |||||
“Upper Age limit includes a relaxation of 3 years in age beyond the prescribed age limit as a one-time measure due to the Covid-19 Pandemic”.
RRB-wise, Railway/PU-wise & Post-wise vacancies
RRB – Ahmedabad Vacancies Details
RRB – Ajmer Vacancies Details
RRB – Bengaluru Vacancies Details
RRB – Bhopal Vacancies Details
RRB – Bhubaneshwar Vacancies Details
RRB – Bilaspur Vacancies Details
RRB – Chandigarh Vacancies Details
RRB – Chennai Vacancies Details
RRB – Gorakhpur Vacancies Details
RRB – Guwahati Vacancies Details
RRB – Jammu & Srinagar Vacancies Details
RRB – Kolkata Vacancies Details
RRB – Malda Vacancies Details
RRB – Mumbai Vacancies Details
RRB – Muzaffarpur & Prayagraj Vacancies Details
RRB – Patna & Ranchi Vacancies Details
RRB – Secunderabad Vacancies Details
RRB – Siliguri & Thiruvananthapuram Vacancies Details
Also Read: SSC GD Constable Recruitment 2025 Notification
Qualification
Age Limit and Relaxations
Age Limit:
Age Relaxation:
Application Fee
For more details on the Application fee Candidates are advised to refer to the Official RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024 notification. The link is Shared at the end of this post.
Selection Process:
Following will be the selection process for all the posts:
- 1st Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- 2nd Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBT) / Typing Skills Test (TST).
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
The Computer Based Aptitude Test or Typing Skill Test for the posts will be as follows:
- Computer-based Aptitude Test for Station Masters.
- Typing Skill Test for Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist.
- For Goods Train Manager, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, there shall be two stage CBTs followed by document verification and medical examination
Negative Marking
There will be negative markings for wrong answers in the Computer Based Test (CBTs). For Every incorrect answer 1/3rd of the marks assigned to that question shall be deducted.
Medical Standard
Candidates called for document verification will have to pass the medical fitness test(s) conducted by the Railway Administration to ensure that they are medically fit to carry out the duties connected with the post(s)
opted by them. Visual Acuity Standard is one of the important criteria for the medical fitness of railway staff. The medical standards are outlined below:
Exam Pattern for 1st Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT):
Exam Pattern for 2nd Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT):
Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT)
Computer Aptitude Test (CBAT) will be conducted after qualifying for the 2nd Stage CBT (Only for candidates who have opted for Station Master) Qualifying marks: The candidates need to secure a minimum T-score of 42 marks in each of the test batteries to qualify. This applies to all candidates irrespective of community or category i.e. irrespective of SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/Ex-SM and no relaxation in the minimum T-Score is permissible.
Typing Skill Test (TST)
For the posts Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist. A typing Skill Test (TST) of a qualifying nature (marks obtained in a typing skill test shall not be added for making merit) shall be conducted for which the number of candidates equal to eight times the number of vacancies for each of the community shall be called for.
The candidates should be able to type 30 words per minute (WPM) in English or 25 WPM in Hindi on a personal computer without editing tools and a spell check facility.
For guidelines of those who appear for the typing skill test in Hindi, Kruti Dev, and Mangal font shall be made available for the typing skill test on Personal Computer.
Exemption in Typing Skill Test may be extended to candidates who are permanently disabled due to Blindness/Low Vision, Cerebral Palsy & Loco Motor Disability with not less than 40% permanent disability. Such eligible PwBD candidates have to upload a scanned copy of the Typing Skill Test Exemption Certificate issued by the Competent Medical Board on the website of respective RRBs before conducting of typing skill test.
For more details, Candidates are advised to refer to the Official RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024 notification. The link is Shared at the end of this post.
Document Verification (DV):
Based on the performance of candidates in the examination candidates equal to the number of vacancies will be called for Document Verification as per their merit and options.
Summary of Examination Process:
How To Apply:
- Candidates first need to visit the official Central Website of the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) (https://www.rrbapply.gov.in).
- Click on the Apply: (Create an Account / and already have an Account). During the ONLINE APPLICATION, candidates will be asked to ‘Create Account’. If a candidate has already created an Account for CENs notified in 2024, they should use the same account credentials to log in and apply for this CEN as well.
- If the candidates have not created an Account earlier, they must first ‘Create an Account’ before proceeding to fill up the application for this CEN. Candidates are advised to fill in the details required for account creation with the utmost care, as they will be not able to make any corrections once the account is created. Details filled in the ‘Create an Account’ form (including mobile number and Email ID) can not be modified at any stage once the account is created.
- Candidates need to enter all the necessary details as mentioned on the Registration Page.
- After you submit the primary details you will receive an OTP on both your email and Mobile. You are required to verify your mobile number and Email through the One Time Password (OTPs).
- Once OTP’s are verified a Registration number will be generated and will be sent of Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Candidates can proceed with the online application by clicking on the “Candidate Login” button on the Home Page using the Registration Number and password.
- Fill up all the required details on the application.
- Upload your Latest Photograph and Signature.
- On completion of the application details as above, the candidate will be directed to the payment page to choose payment mode i.e. Bank (Online Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI and complete the payment process.
List of All Railway Recruitment Boards and their official website:
| S.No | Name of RRB | Website Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahmedabad | RRB Ahmedabad |
| 2 | Ajmer | RRB Ajmer |
| 3 | Allahabad | RRB Allahabad |
| 4 | Bengaluru | RRB Bengaluru |
| 5 | Bhopal | RRB Bhopal |
| 6 | Bhubaneswar | RRB Bhubaneswar |
| 7 | Bilaspur | RRB Bilaspur |
| 8 | Chandigarh | RRB Chandigarh |
| 9 | Chennai | RRB Chennai |
| 10 | Gorakhpur | RRB Gorakhpur |
| 11 | Guwahati | RRB Guwahati |
| 12 | Jammu & Srinagar | RRB Jammu & Srinagar |
| 13 | Kolkata | RRB Kolkata |
| 14 | Malda | RRB Malda |
| 15 | Mumbai | RRB Mumbai |
| 16 | Muzaffarpur | RRB Muzaffarpur |
| 17 | Patna | RRB Patna |
| 18 | Ranchi | RRB Patna |
| 19 | Secunderabad | RRB Secunderabad |
| 20 | Siliguri | RRB Siliguri |
| 21 | Thiruvananthapuram | RRB Thiruvananthapuram |
FAQs for RRB NTPC Graduate Posts.
What is the last date for applying for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024?
The Last date to apply online for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024 is 13th October 2024.
What are the posts available under the RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024?
The posts are Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Junior Account Assistant Cum Typist, and Senior Clerk Cum Typist in Various Zonal Railways and Production units of Indian Railways.
What is the Age limit for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024?
The Age limit is 18-36 Years as of 01/01/2025 with relaxations for reserved Categories.
What is the educational Qualification required for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024?
Candidates must have a minimum university degree or equivalent.
Is there any Negative marking in The RRB NTPC Computer-Based Exam?
Yes, 1/3rd of the marks allotted for each question will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
What is the application Fee for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024?
₹500 for all Candidates except the following reserved Category Candidates. (Out of this fee of Rs 500 an amount of Rs 400 shall be refunded
duly deducting bank charges, on appearing in 1st Stage CBT)
₹250 for PwBD / Female /Transgender/ Ex-Servicemen candidates and
candidates belonging to SC/ST/Minority Communities/ Economically Backward Class. ( This fee of Rs 250 shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable on appearing in 1st Stage CBT).
What is the Selection process for RRB NTPC Graduate Recruitment 2024?
The Selection process includes a:
1st Stage Computer Based Test,
2nd Stage Computer Based Test,
Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBT) / Typing Skills Test (TST) (for applicable posts),
Document Verification.
Medical Examination
What is the pay scale for RRB NTPC Graduate Posts?
The Pay Scale Ranges from ₹29,200 to ₹35,400 depending on the post.
What is RRB NTPC eligibility?
Candidates must have a minimum university degree or equivalent.
What is the Syllabus for the RRB NTPC Graduate Computer-Based Exam Stage 1?
The Questions will be of objective type with multiple choices and are likely to
include questions on:
A. Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportions,
Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and
Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry and
Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, etc.
B. General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences, Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams,
Puzzle, Data Sufficiency, Statement- Conclusion, Statement- Courses of
Action, Decision Making, Maps, Interpretation of Graphs etc.
C. General Awareness: Current Events of National and International Importance, Games and Sports, Art and Culture of India, Indian Literature, Monuments and Places of India, General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE), History of India and Freedom
Struggle, Physical, Social and Economic Geography of India and World, Indian
Polity and Governance- constitution and political system, General Scientific and
Technological Developments including the Space and Nuclear Program of India, UN
and Other Important World Organizations, Environmental Issues Concerning
India and World at Large, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications,
Common Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India, Indian Economy, Famous
Personalities of India and World, Flagship Government Programs, Flora and
Fauna of India, Important Government and Public Sector Organizations of India
etc.
Minimum percentage of marks for eligibility in various categories: UR-40%,
EWS- 40%, OBC (Non creamy layer) -30%, SC-30%, ST-25%. These
percentages of marks for eligibility may be relaxed by 2 Marks for PwBD
candidates in case of shortage of PwBD candidates against vacancies reserved
for them.
What is the Syllabus for the RRB NTPC Graduate Computer-Based Exam Stage 2?
The Syllabus for the RRB NTPC Graduate Computer-Based Exam Stage 2 will be of objective type with multiple choice and is likely to include questions on:
A. Mathematics: Number System, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportions,
Percentage, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Elementary Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics etc.
B. General Intelligence and Reasoning: Analogies, Completion of Number and Alphabetical Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Similarities and Differences, Relationships, Analytical Reasoning, Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagrams,
Puzzle, Data Sufficiency, Statement- Conclusion, Statement- Courses of Action, Decision Making, Maps, Interpretation of Graphs, etc.
C. General Awareness: Current Events of National and International Importance, Games and Sports, Art and Culture of India, Indian Literature, Monuments and Places of India,
General Science and Life Science (up to 10th CBSE), History of India and Freedom Struggle, Physical, Social, and Economic Geography of India and the World, Indian Polity and Governance- constitution and political system, General Scientific and Technological Developments including Space and Nuclear Program of India, UN and Other important World Organizations, Environmental Issues Concerning India and World at Large, Basics of Computers and Computer Applications, Common Abbreviations, Transport Systems in India, Indian Economy, Famous Personalities of India and World, Flagship Government Programs, Flora and Fauna of India, Important Government and Public Sector Organizations of India etc.
