The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released an official notification for the NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) recruitment, offering a total of 11,558 vacancies. This recruitment drive is an excellent opportunity for both 12th pass and graduate candidates to secure a government job in the Indian Railways. The online application process will begin on September 14, 2024, and the last date to apply is October 13, 2024.
Vacancies Overview
The NTPC recruitment is open for a variety of posts, including both undergraduate and graduate positions. Below is a breakdown of the available positions:
Undergraduate Posts (3445 Vacancies)
- Junior Clerk-cum-Typist: 990 positions
- Accounts Clerk-cum-Typist: 361 positions
- Train Clerk: 72 positions
- Commercial-cum-Ticket Clerk: 2022 positions
Graduate Posts (8113 Vacancies)
- Goods Train Manager: 3144 positions
- Chief Commercial-cum-Ticket Supervisor: 1736 positions
- Senior Clerk-cum-Typist: 732 positions
- Junior Accounts Assistant-cum-Typist: 1507 positions
- Station Master: 994 positions
Application Fee Structure
Candidates need to pay an application fee based on their category:
- General, OBC, EWS: ₹500 (₹400 will be refunded if they appear for CBT Phase 1)
- SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, EBC, PWD, All Women: ₹250 (Full refund after CBT Phase 1)
The fee must be paid through an online payment method.
Age Limit
The age limit for different categories is as follows:
- For 12th Pass Posts: 18 to 33 years
- For Graduate Posts: 18 to 36 years
Age relaxation will be provided according to government norms, with the calculation based on January 1, 2025.
Educational Qualification
To apply for NTPC recruitment:
- For Undergraduate Posts: Candidates must have passed the 12th grade.
- For Graduate Posts: A graduate degree or its equivalent is required.
Selection Process
The selection process for Railway NTPC recruitment involves multiple stages:
- CBT 1: Computer-based test, Tier 1
- CBT 2: Computer-based test, Tier 2
- Skill Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates must clear each stage to secure a position in Indian Railways.
How to Apply for Railway NTPC 2024
Interested candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB website.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Click on the NTPC application link.
- Fill in all required details and upload necessary documents, such as passport-size photographs and signatures.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Double-check the application form and submit it.
- Take a printout of the final application form for future reference.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: September 14, 2024
- Last Date to Apply: October 13, 2024
For more detailed information, candidates are encouraged to refer to the official NTPC notification available on the RRB website.
Official Notification: Download
Online Application: Click Here