RRB NTPC 2024 Notification: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) is preparing to release the RRB NTPC 2024 Notification for Level 2, 3, 5, and 6 positions. This recruitment drive will fill 10,884 vacancies in the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) across various Zonal Railways and Production Units of Indian Railways. Available 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, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, Senior Time Keeper, Commercial Apprentice, and Station Master.
RRB NTPC 2024 Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the Exam | RRB NTPC |
| Exam Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board |
| Mode of Exam | Online exam |
| Stages of Exam | CBT – 1, CBT – 2, Typing Skill Test/CBAT, Document Verification/Medical Exam |
| Exam Category | Undergraduate level Posts, Graduate posts |
| Mode of Application | Online Application |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Language of Exam | 15 Languages |
RRB NTPC Notification 2024
As per the RRB Exam Calendar 2024, the detailed RRB NTPC Notification 2024 is expected to be released in August 2024. This notification will cover the recruitment for 10,884 NTPC vacancies. The initial notice regarding these vacancies was published on July 25, 2024. Candidates seeking government jobs in Indian Railways with the required educational qualifications can refer to last year’s notification for preliminary information until the new notification is officially released.
RRB NTPC 2024 Vacancy Details
Indian Railways has announced 10,884 vacancies for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) positions, which include roles for both graduate and undergraduate level posts. This number may see adjustments, similar to the recent increase in RRB ALP vacancies. Previously, NTPC vacancies numbered 35,281. The following table provides a summary of the post-wise and educational qualification-wise vacancies:
| Post | Educational Qualification | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 12th Pass/Graduation | TBA |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 12th Pass/Graduation | TBA |
| Junior Time Keeper | 12th Pass | TBA |
| Trains Clerk | 12th Pass | TBA |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 12th Pass | TBA |
| Traffic Assistant | Graduation | TBA |
| Goods Guard | Graduation | TBA |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Graduation | TBA |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | Graduation | TBA |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | Graduation | TBA |
| Senior Time Keeper | Graduation | TBA |
| Commercial Apprentice | Graduation | TBA |
| Station Master | Graduation | TBA |
(Note: “TBA” indicates that exact numbers are to be announced in the detailed notification.)
RRB NTPC 2024 Vacancy Details and Exam Schedule
- Minimum Educational Qualification: 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years
| S. No. | Name of the Posts | Total Vacancies (All RRBs) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Clerk cum Typist | 990 |
| 2 | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 361 |
| 3 | Trains Clerk | 68 |
| 4 | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 1985 |
| Total | 3404 |
- Minimum Educational Qualification: University Degree or its equivalent
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 Years
| S. No. | Name of the Posts | Total Vacancies (All RRBs) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goods Train Manager | 2684 |
| 2 | Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 1737 |
| 3 | Senior Clerk cum Typist | 725 |
| 4 | Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 1371 |
| 5 | Station Master | 963 |
| Total | 7479 |
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Under Graduate | 3404 |
| Graduate | 7479 |
| Overall Total | 10884 |
RRB NTPC Exam Date 2024
The exact dates for the RRB NTPC 2024 Exam will be announced along with the official notification. Here is the expected schedule:
| RRB NTPC 2024 Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| RRB NTPC Notification | August 2024 (tentative) |
| RRB NTPC 2024 Application Form Date | August 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release Date | 10 days before the exam |
| RRB NTPC Exam Date | To be notified |
| Result Declaration Date | To be notified |
RRB NTPC Selection Process
The selection process for RRB NTPC varies based on the job role:
- Station Master and Traffic Assistant: CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, document verification, and medical examination.
- Junior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Time Keeper: CBT 1, CBT 2, Typing Skill Test, document verification, and medical examination.
- Trains Clerk, Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Goods Guard, Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk, Commercial Apprentice: CBT 1, CBT 2, followed by document verification and medical examination.
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern
The RRB NTPC Exam 2024 will be conducted in multiple stages. Here is an overview of the exam pattern:
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| CBT 1 | Preliminary examination with multiple-choice questions |
| CBT 2 | Advanced examination focusing on specific job-related skills |
| Typing Skill Test/CBAT | For posts requiring typing skills or specific aptitude |
| Document Verification | Verification of educational and other required documents |
| Medical Examination | Medical check-up to ensure fitness for the role |
The exact details and any further updates on the exam pattern will be provided in the official notification.
| RRB NTPC Exam Pattern | |||
| Stage of Exam | Subjects | Number of Questions | Duration |
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 1 | General AwarenessMathematicsGeneral Intelligence and Reasoning | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 2 | General AwarenessMathematicsGeneral Intelligence and Reasoning | 120 | 90 minutes |
| Typing Skill Test/Computer-BasedAptitude Test (as applicable) | Qualifying in nature | – | – |
| Document Verification and MedicalExamination | – | – | – |
RRB NTPC 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) establishes the eligibility requirements for candidates applying for the RRB NTPC exam. The criteria include nationality, age limits, educational qualifications, and age relaxations. Here’s a detailed overview of the RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria for 2024:
Candidates must fulfill one of the following criteria:
- Be a citizen of India, or
- Be a subject of Nepal, or
- Be a subject of Bhutan, or
- Be a Tibetan refugee who entered India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of settling permanently, or
- Be a person of Indian origin who has migrated from the following countries with the intention of settling in India:
- Pakistan
- Burma
- Sri Lanka
- Kenya
- Uganda
- The United Republic of Tanzania
- Zambia
- Malawi
- Zaire
- Ethiopia
- Vietnam
The age limits for candidates applying for the RRB NTPC exam are as follows:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age:
- 30 years for most positions
- 33 years for certain positions
Candidates must possess the following qualifications:
- For Junior Clerk, Junior Time Keeper, Accounts Clerk, Senior Clerk, and Senior Time Keeper: 12th class or equivalent from a recognized board.
- For Traffic Assistant and Goods Guard: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- For all other positions: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) provides age relaxations for various categories as per government norms:
- Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) Category: Up to 5 years
- Other Backward Classes (OBC) Category: Up to 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM): Age relaxation based on the length of military service plus an additional 3 years. Candidates with at least 6 months of continuous service in the Armed Forces are eligible for relaxation.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) Category:
- General Category: Up to 10 years
- OBC Category: Up to 13 years
- SC/ST Category: Up to 15 years
- Widows, Divorced Women (Separated Judicially):
- Up to 35 years for UR category
- Up to 38 years for OBC category
- Up to 40 years for SC/ST category
RRB NTPC 2024 Syllabus
The RRB NTPC exam assesses candidates’ proficiency across several subjects. Understanding the syllabus is crucial for effective preparation. Below is a detailed breakdown of the RRB NTPC 2024 Syllabus, organized by subject:
| Subjects | Topics |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs (National and International) General Science Indian History Indian Polity Indian Economy Geography (Indian and the World) Indian Culture and Heritage Science and Technology Sports Books and Authors Important Days and Events Awards and Honors Abbreviations Major Financial and Economic News Budget and Five Year Plans Who’s Who Important Organizations and their Headquarters |
| Mathematics | Number System Simplification Decimals and Fractions LCM and HCF Ratio and Proportion Percentage Profit and Loss Simple and Compound Interest Average Time and Work Time and Distance Problems on Ages Data Interpretation Algebra Geometry Trigonometry Mensuration |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | Analogies Classification Series (Number, Alphabet, and Mixed) Coding and Decoding Blood Relations Direction Sense Test Ordering and Ranking Alphabetical and Number Series Word Formation Distance and Direction Mathematical Operations Venn Diagrams Syllogism Puzzle Non-Verbal Reasoning |
| General Science | Physics Chemistry Biology Environmental Studies |
