RRB NTPC Notification 2024, 11,558 Graduate and UG Vacancy

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has opened the RRB NTPC 2024 recruitment process for Graduate Level and Undergraduate Level posts. A total of 11,558 vacancies are to be filled for various posts that comes under Level 2, 3, 5, an 6. Through this process RRB aims to hire candidates based on their aptitude and suitability which is determined through Computer-based Examinations (CBT 1 and 2), Skill Test, Document Verification, and Medical Test.

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Read complete information about RRB NTPC Exam 2024, the Selection Process, Syllabus, and get study resources here.

RRB NTPC Notification 2024

To announce the recruitment cycle, RRB released the RRB Notification 2024 for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) positions such as Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Station Master, Senior Clerk cum Typist, and others. The notification consists of all the details related to the examination. Candidates who applied for UG and Graduate level posts are now waiting for the RRB NTPC 2024 Exam date for CBT 1. The exam date will be released on the official website of RRB at https://www.rrbapply.gov.in/.

RRB NTPC Recruitment 2024

The RRB NTPC Full Form is Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories and this is an annual exam conducted to select eligible candidates for graduate and 12th level posts in Indian Railways across India. The recruitment process includes four stages: CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, and Document Verification. More details about the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2024 are in the table below.

AspectsDetails
Name of Conducting AuthorityRailway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Name of ExamRRB Non-Technical Popular Categories Exam
Level of ExamNational
Number of Vacancies11,558
CategoryJob Alert
Mode of ApplicationOnline
Mode of ExamOnline
Stages of ExamCBT 1, CBT 2, Skill Test, Document Verification
Job LocationAll Over India
Official Website of RRBhttps://www.rrbapply.gov.in/

RRB NTPC Notification 2024 PDF Download

Interested candidates should check the official RRB NTPC Notification 2024 PDF for various details like age limit, educational qualification, selection process, exam patter, exam center, and on how many posts are available for Undergraduate students and Graduate students.

We have provided a direct link to RRB NTPC Notification 2024 PDF Download.

Click Here to Download Detailed RRB NTPC Notification For Graduate (CEN No. 05/2024) PDF

Click Here to Download Detailed RRB NTPC Notification For Under Graduate (CEN No. 06/2024) PDF

RRB NTPC 2024 – Important Dates

Candidates willing to appear for the exam should be aware of the dates related to RRB NTPC 2024 to apply as soon as possible and prepare for the exam beforehand. Below, we have provided the important dates in a table for candidates’ reference. The RRB NTPC 2024 Exam Date for CBT 1, CBT 2, and CBAT will be notified soon.

EventsImportant Dates
Recruitment Notification For Graduate Level posts Release Date13th September 2024
RRB NTPC 2024 Application Form Date For Graduate Level posts14th September 2024
Recruitment Notification For Under Graduate Level posts Release Date20th September 2024
RRB NTPC 2024 Application Form Date For Under Graduate Level posts21st September 2024
Online Registrations For Graduate posts Ended20th October 2024
Online Registrations For Undergraduate Posts Ended 27th October 2024
NTPC Exam City Slip10 days before the exam
Admit Card ReleaseTo be Announced
CBT-1 DateTo be Announced
Result Release DateTo be Announced
CBT-2 DateTo be Announced
CBATTo be Announced
Result DateTo be Announced
Document VerificationTo be Announced

RRB NTPC Exam Date 2024

Candidates seeking the RRB NTPC Exam Date 2024 should note that the schedule will be released only after the complete official notification is issued and the application process is concluded. In the meantime, it is advisable to start preparation by reviewing the previous year’s eligibility criteria, which will give candidates an advantage in the exam hall. To aid in preparation, referring to the best RRB NTPC Books for 2024 is recommended.

RRB NTPC Posts List

The RRB NTPC exam, run by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), is a popular way to apply for non-technical jobs in Indian Railways. The exam has several stages: CBT 1, CBT 2, a Skill Test, and Document Verification. The available posts are listed in the table below.

RRB NTPC 2024 Posts (Graduate Level)RRB NTPC 2024 Posts (Undergraduate Level)
Goods Train ManagerJunior Clerk cum Typist
Chief Commercial cum Ticket SupervisorAccounts Clerk cum Typist
Senior Clerk cum TypistTrains Clerk
Junior Account Assistant cum TypistCommercial cum Ticket Clerk
Station Master

RRB NTPC 2024 Vacancy

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced 11558 vacancies for the Level 2, 3, 5, and 6 posts for the posts of Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) i.e. 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. Check the detailed RRB NTPC Vacancy 2024 before applying for the posts.

A. Under Graduate Posts with Minimum Educational Qualification of 12th (+2 Stage) or its equivalent examination and Age between 18 to 30 Years.

Name of PostVacancy
Accounts Clerk cum Typist361
Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk2,022
Junior Clerk cum Typist990
Trains Clerk72
Total3,445

B. Graduate Posts with Minimum Educational Qualification of a University Degree or its equivalent and Age between 18 to 33 years.

Name of PostVacancy
Goods Train Manager3,144
Station Master994
Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor1,736
Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist1,507
Senior Clerk cum Typist732
Total8,113
Grand Total (A+B)11,558

Candidates looking to apply for RRB NTPC 2024 should review the SHATABDI 2.0 Batch for Railway NTPC 2024 below, which will help in understanding each subject and concept thoroughly.

RRB NTPC 2024 Application Form Date

Online registration for the Railway NTPC Exam 2024 has been conducted and the last date to apply was on 27th October 2024. Applicants can pay the fees both online and offline. Aspirants from all categories are eligible to apply for RRB NTPC vacancies. However, candidates from specific categories such as SC, ST, ExSM, PwBD, Female, Minority, EBC, or Transgender may be eligible for a fee reimbursement.

How To Apply for the RRB NTPC 2024?

  • Step 1 -: Go to the Regional RRB website from where you wish to apply online through RRB NTPC Application Form 2024.
  • Step 2 -: Click on the RRB Online Application Link.
  • Step 3 -: Fill out the RRB NTPC Online Application Form (Go through the notification for details of the procedure).
  • Step 4 -: Make the Online Payment of Application Fees.
  • Step 5 -: Take a Printout of the Application form.

RRB NTPC 2024 Application Fees

Candidates applying for the RRB NTPC 2024 recruitment process must pay the following application fees when submitting their application form. Different application fees apply to different categories of candidates, as detailed below:

CategoryFee AmountRefund Details
UR & OBC₹500₹400 (out of the total ₹500) shall be refunded after deducting the bank charges upon appearing in the First Stage CBT.
SC / ST / Ex-Serviceman / PWDs / Female / Transgender / Minorities / Economically Backward Class₹250The total ₹250 shall be refunded after deducting the bank charges upon appearing in the First Stage CBT.

RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria 2024

The eligibility criteria of the RRB NTPC Notification 2024 are set to select only deserving candidates for the competition. Candidates can check the RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria 2024 below before applying for the open positions.

There are three categories on the basis of which the eligibility of a candidate is measured:

  • Age
  • Educational Qualification
  • Nationality

RRB NTPC Age Limit 2024 (as of 1/1/2025)

For undergraduate-level positions, candidates must be between 18 and 33 years old.

CategoriesUpper Age Limit (Date of Birth Not Earlier Than)Lower Age Limit (Date of Birth Not Later Than)
UR02.01.199201.01.2007
OBC-Non Creamy Layer02.01.198901.01.2007
SC/ST02.01.198701.01.2007

The age limit for graduate-level positions has been revised to 18 to 36 years, up from the previous limit of 18 to 33 years.

CategoriesUpper Age Limit (Date of Birth Not Earlier Than)Lower Age Limit (Date of Birth Not Later Than)
UR02.01.198901.01.2007
OBC-Non Creamy Layer02.01.198601.01.2007
SC/ST02.01.198401.01.2007

Note: Candidates from reserved categories are eligible for age relaxation.

The revised age limits for posts are as follows:

Name of the PostPrevious Age Limit (In Years)Age Applicable to This CEN (as of 01.01.2025) (In Years)
Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor18-3318-36
Station Master18-3318-36
Goods Train Manager18-3318-36
Junior Account Assistant cum Typist18-3318-36
Senior Clerk cum Typist18-3318-36

Age Relaxation

Candidates from the following categories are offered age relaxation as per the government rules. However, it is also important to provide supporting documents during the online application for RRB NTPC Recruitment process.

CategoryUpper Limit Relaxation
OBC-Non Creamy Layer (NCL)3 years
SC/ST5 years
Ex-Servicemen (UR)30 Years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years
Ex-Servicemen (OBC-Non Creamy)33 Years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years
Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST)35 Years plus Number of years of service rendered in Defence plus 3 years.
PwBD (UR)10 years
PwBD (OBC-NCL)13 years
PwBD (SC/ST)15 years
Candidates ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989. (UR)35 years
Candidates ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989. (OBC)38 years
Candidates ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989. (SC/ST)40 years
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes and put in minimum of 3 years service (UR)40 years
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes and put in minimum of 3 years service (OBC)43 years
Candidates who are serving Group ‘C’ and erstwhile Group ‘D’ Railway Staff, Casual Labour and Substitutes and put in minimum of 3 years service (SC/ST)45 years
Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization (UR)30 Years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower
Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization (OBC)33 Years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower
Candidates who are working in Quasi-Administrative offices of the Railway organization (SC/ST)35 Years plus length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is lower
Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husband but not remarried. (UR)35 years
Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husband but not remarried. (OBC)38 years
Women candidates, who are widowed, divorced or judicially separated from their husband but not remarried. (SC/ST)40 years

RRB NTPC Educational Qualifications 2024

Refer to the table below for the educational qualification requirements specific to each RRB NTPC post.

PostsEducational Qualification
Commercial Apprentice (CA), Traffic Apprentice (TA), Enquiry-Cum-Reservation-Clerk, Assistant Station Master (ASM), Goods Guard Selection, Traffic AssistantGraduate Degree from a recognized university and equivalent
a Senior Clerk-Cum-typist, Senior Time Keeper, Junior Accounts Assistant Cum TypistGraduate Degree from a recognized university and equivalent 
Typing proficiency in Hindi/English on a computer

RRB NTPC Physical Eligibility

For the RRB NTPC exam, there are usually no strict physical requirements like height, weight, or fitness tests for most jobs. However, candidates should be in good health to handle the job duties. Some roles, like Station Master or Goods Guard, may require good vision and no color blindness.

RRB NTPC 2024 Cut Off

While preparing for the RRB NTPC Exam, candidates should be aware of the previous year’s cut-off marks to gauge the difficulty level. We have provided the RRB NTPC Cut Off 2024 for 2021 across various RRB Zones for a better understanding.

S. No.ZoneGeneralOBCSCST
1Ahmedabad72.8664.9157.2348.1
2Ajmer77.3970.9362.1359.74
3Allahabad77.4970.4762.8547.02
4Bangalore64.9757.2830.129
5Bhopal72.966.3158.6151.16
6Bhubaneshwar71.9165.7653.0948.79
7Bilaspur68.7960.751.4950.07
8Chandigarh82.2771.4771.8746.71
9Chennai72.1469.1157.6746.84
10Gorakhpur77.4369.0156.6347.67
11Guwahati66.4457.1152.5352.91
12Jammu68.7250.8852.2738.05
13Kolkata79.571.5367.0752.92
14Malda61.8748.4243.1131.89
15Mumbai77.0570.2163.654.95
16Muzaffarpur57.9745.5730.0625
17Patna63.0353.5738.5526.69
18Ranchi63.7557.2945.4848.58
19Secunderabad77.7272.8763.7359.13
20Siliguri67.5256.2654.3145.9
21Thiruvananthapuram79.7575.156.1436.45

RRB NTPC Full Form

RRB NTPC stands for Railway Recruitment Board Non-Technical Popular Categories. This exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to recruit candidates for various non-technical positions within Indian Railways. These positions include roles like Junior Clerk cum Typist, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Station Master, and more. The RRB NTPC exam is one of the most sought-after exams in India due to the job security, benefits, and opportunities it offers within the railway sector.

RRB NTPC Admit Card 2024

The RRB NTPC admit card can be downloaded once the link is activated on the official RRB website. The admit card will be available zone-wise on the Regional Recruitment Boards’ sites. The release date for the admit card has not been announced yet.

Important Documents Required for the RRB NTPC Exam:

  • Photo ID Proof
  • Passport-size Photograph
  • Copy of the RRB NTPC Admit Card

Candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall without the RRB NTPC admit cardd.

RRB NTPC Salary

Candidates should be aware that the salary structure for RRB NTPC positions varies by post. We provide comprehensive details on RRB NTPC Salary 2024 for each post as per the 7th Pay Commission. This information helps candidates understand the pay scales for different Railway NTPC posts.

RRB NTPC Salary Structure for 12th Passed Candidates

S. No.Name of the postLevel in 7th CPCInitial pay (Rs.)Medical Standard
1Junior Clerk cum Typist219900C-2
2Accounts Clerk cum Typist219900C-2
3Junior Time Keeper219900C-2
4Trains Clerk219900A-3
5Commercial cum Ticket Clerk321700B-2

RRB NTPC Salary Structure for Graduated Candidates

S. No.Name of the postLevel in 7th CPCInitial pay (Rs.)Medical Standard
1Traffic Assistant425500A-2
2Goods Guard529200A-2
3Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk529200B-2
4Senior Clerk cum Typist529200C-2
5Junior Account Assistant cum Typist529200C-2
6Senior Time Keeper529200C-2
7Commercial Apprentice635400B-2
8Station Master635400A-2

RRB NTPC Exam Analysis

Candidates can check the RRB NTPC Previous Year Exam Analysis to see how difficult the exam was and how many questions were in each section. This will help them understand last year’s CBT Paper 1 performance.

Difficulty Level

Candidates can check the RRB NTPC Exam Analysis to see how difficult last year’s exam was. The General Awareness and Numerical Aptitude sections were of easy to moderate difficulty, while the General Intelligence and Reasoning and English Comprehension sections were easy.

SubjectDifficulty Level
General AwarenessEasy to Moderate
General Intelligence and ReasoningEasy
Numerical AptitudeEasy to Moderate
English ComprehensionEasy

Number of Questions

The RRB NTPC Exam Analysis shows how many questions are asked in each section, including General Awareness, Numerical Aptitude, Reasoning, and English. It reveals that there are more questions on English Comprehension and Numerical Aptitude, but all sections are balanced.

SubjectNumber of Questions
General Awareness23-27
General Intelligence and Reasoning20-25
Numerical Aptitude26-27
English Comprehension27-29

RRB NTPC Preparation Strategy

For candidates who have started their preparation journey, it can be quite overwhelming to develop an effective and suitable preparation strategy. We have provided a few tips on how candidates can create a customized RRB NTPC Preparation Strategy tailored to their needs and the exam’s difficulty level.

  • Understand the Exam Pattern: Get familiar with the structure and marking scheme of the RRB NTPC Exam Pattern.
  • Utilize Quality Study Materials: Use textbooks and recommended study materials tailored to your engineering field.
  • Practice Regularly: Enhance your problem-solving skills by consistently solving practice questions and reviewing RRB NTPC Previous Year Question Papers.
  • Manage Your Time: Improve your time management skills for both preparation and mock tests to enhance efficiency.
  • Take Mock Tests: Regularly take RRB NTPC Mock Tests and RRB NTPC Live Tests to replicate exam conditions and identify areas for improvement.
  • Maintain Consistent Revision: Review essential concepts and formulas regularly to reinforce your understanding.

RRB NTPC Books

If you are a serious aspirant preparing for NTPC Exam, then you must be aware of the important RRB NTPC Books.

General intelligence and ReasoningMathsGeneral Awareness
General Intelligence and Test of Reasoning (Arihant Experts)Quick Arithmetic (Ashish Agarwal)General Knowledge (Disha Expert)
General Intelligence and Reasoning (RN Thakur)Magical Book in Quicker Maths (M Tyra)Banking Awareness (Arihant Experts)
How to Crack Test of Reasoning (Jaikishan)Mathematics Chapter-wise Solved Papers (Prem Kumar)Lucent GK
Analytical Reasoning (MK Pandey)Advance Maths (Rakesh Yadav)General Awareness (Arihant Experts)

Here’s the detailed analysis of the RRB NTPC 2024 exam section-wise, with separate tables for each section:

RRB NTPC 2024 General Awareness Section Analysis

The General Awareness section is pivotal in the RRB NTPC Stage-1 exam, covering a broad range of topics. This section is less time-consuming but requires a good grasp of various subjects. Below is the detailed analysis:

TopicNo. of QuestionsLevel
History6-7Easy
Geography5Easy
Chemistry1-2Easy
Biology3-4Easy
Physics2-3Easy
Computer4Easy
Polity1-2Easy-Moderate
Static GK8-9Easy
Current Affairs11-12Easy-Moderate
Total40Easy- Moderate

Detailed Analysis:

  • History & Geography: These topics are relatively straightforward, with questions focused on key historical events and geographical facts. Basic preparation should suffice.
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics): These subjects are usually simple, targeting fundamental concepts. Brush up on basic theories and principles.
  • Current Affairs & Static GK: Regularly updating with the latest news and memorizing essential facts are crucial. Focus on the last six months for current affairs.
  • Polity & Computer: These topics tend to be easy but may include slightly tricky questions. Review basic computer knowledge and Indian polity.

RRB NTPC 2024 Mathematics Section Analysis

The Mathematics section of the RRB NTPC exam demands a strong conceptual understanding. Questions are generally of easy to moderate difficulty, but thorough practice is key. Here’s the detailed topic-wise analysis:

TopicNo. of QuestionsLevel
Percentage1Easy
Number System3Easy
LCM & HCF2-3Easy
Time & Work2-3Easy
CI & SI2-3Easy
Time & Distance3Easy
Profit & Loss2Easy
Mensuration1Easy
Trigonometry2-3Easy
Average1-2Easy
Square- Root2Easy
Ratio1-2Easy
Total30Easy-Moderate

Detailed Analysis:

  • Arithmetic (Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio): These topics are straightforward and can be mastered with practice. Make sure to cover all basic formulas and shortcuts.
  • Time & Work, Time & Distance: Questions are usually direct, requiring practice to increase speed and accuracy.
  • Number System, LCM & HCF: These topics require a good understanding of number properties and divisibility rules.
  • Mensuration & Trigonometry: Focus on memorizing key formulas and applying them to solve questions quickly.

RRB NTPC 2024 General Intelligence & Reasoning Section Analysis

The General Intelligence & Reasoning section is designed to test logical thinking and problem-solving abilities. It covers a variety of topics, with a focus on analytical and verbal reasoning. Below is the detailed breakdown:

TopicsNo. of QuestionsLevel
Puzzles3Easy
Syllogism3Easy
Venn Diagram3Moderate
Sentence arrangement3Easy-Moderate
Statement & Assumptions1Moderate
Statement & Conclusion2Easy-Moderate
Alpha-Nemuric Series1Easy
Analogy1Easy
Mathematical Operations3Easy-Moderate
Direction Sense2Easy-Moderate
Blood Relation1Easy-Moderate
Odd one out2Easy-Moderate
Seating Arrangement1Easy-Moderate
Coding-Decoding1Easy-Moderate
Total30Easy-Moderate

Detailed Analysis:

  • Puzzles & Syllogism: These questions are generally straightforward but require careful reading and logical thinking. Practice is essential to improve speed.
  • Venn Diagrams & Sentence Arrangement: These topics may pose moderate challenges; focus on practicing different patterns and types of questions.
  • Statement-Based Questions (Assumptions & Conclusions): These require critical thinking and careful analysis. Focus on understanding logical flow and implications.
  • Analogy, Alpha-Numeric Series, and Coding-Decoding: Regular practice can make these questions easier. These topics test pattern recognition and logical sequencing.
  • Direction Sense & Blood Relation: These are typically easy but require visualization. Practice with diagrams can be helpful.

By thoroughly understanding these topic-wise distributions and difficulty levels, candidates can strategically prepare for the RRB NTPC 2024 exam, focusing on areas that offer maximum scoring potential.

RRB NTPC Notification 2024 – FAQs

When will the RRB NTPC Notification 2024 be released?

The RRB NTPC Notification 2024 has released by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) on 13th September 2024.

From where will I be able to download the RRB NTPC 2024 Notification?

The candidate will be able to download the RRB NTPC 2024 notification from the official website of RRB or you can click on the direct link mentioned in this blog.

What is the minimum age limit for the RRB NTPC 2024?

18 years is the minimum age limit for the RRB NTPC Recruitment.

What is the minimum educational qualification for the recruitment?

RRB usually releases recruitment for Graduate and Non-Graduate Posts.

What is the total number of vacancies announced in the RRB NTPC Notification 2024?

The RRB NTPC Notification 2024 announced a total of 11558 vacancies for various non-technical posts in the Indian Railways.

What is the last date for submitting the RRB NTPC Application Form 2024?

The last date for submitting the RRB NTPC Application Form 2024 is 27th October 2024.

What is the exam pattern for the RRB NTPC Exam 2024?

The RRB NTPC Exam 2024 typically consists of multiple stages, including a Computer-Based Test (CBT), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), and Document Verification.

What is the syllabus for the RRB NTPC Exam 2024?

The syllabus for the RRB NTPC Exam 2024 covers a wide range of topics, including general knowledge, aptitude, and subject-specific knowledge.

Where can I find more information about the RRB NTPC Notification 2024?

You can find more information about the RRB NTPC Notification 2024 on the official website of the Railway Recruitment Board.



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