The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the notification for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment for 2024, announcing a total of 10,884 vacancies across various posts. The detailed notification will be available in August 2024, with applications expected to open the same month. Below are the key details, eligibility criteria, and application process for this significant recruitment drive.
Overview of RRB Non Technical Recruitment 2024
There are a total of 10884 both for undergraduates and graduates so yes, there’s a very high chance if you are a hardworking student. If you are someone who is willing to apply for the RRB recruitment 2024, you need to go through all the details. The following table provides an overview of the RRB NTPC 2024 recruitment drive:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
| Advt. No. | Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) 04/2024 |
| Post Name | Clerk, Typist, Station Master, Supervisor, etc. |
| Total Vacancies | 10,884 |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
If you’re looking to fill the application, you need to keep some dates in your mind. The key dates are mentioned below:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Release | 25 July 2024 |
| Detailed Notification Release | August 2024 |
| Application Start Date | August 2024 |
| Application End Date | To be updated |
Application Fee
Applicants are required to pay a fee to apply, which differs from category to category. However there is upto 100% refund after appearing in CBT-1. You can check the details below from the table:
| Category | Fee | Refundable Amount (after appearing in CBT-1) |
|---|---|---|
| General, EWS, OBC | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 |
| SC, ST, ESM, EBC, PWD, Female | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 |
Vacancy Details
As per the official notification, there are total of 3404 posts for undergraduates and 7480 for graduates in this huge recruitment drive. The following tables provide a breakdown of vacancies by educational qualification for each post:
Undergraduate Level Posts (Qualification: 12th Pass)
The best part about NTPC is it has a lot of seat for students who have just passed 12th and are looking for a reliable government job. The vacancies for undergraduate are as follows:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 361 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 1,985 |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 990 |
| Trains Clerk | 68 |
| Total | 3,404 |
Graduate Level Posts (Qualification: Graduate)
For the Graduates, there are much higher number of vacancies varying from Goods Train manager, station master, clerk etc. the breakdown of which you can find below:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Goods Train Manager | 2,684 |
| Station Master | 963 |
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 1,737 |
| Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist | 1,371 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 725 |
| Total | 7,480 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Specific age limits for each post will be detailed in the upcoming notification.
- Educational Qualification: Varies by post. Undergraduate level posts require a 12th pass, and graduate level posts require a bachelor’s degree.
Selection Process
The selection process for RRB NTPC 2024 will include the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 1: Initial screening test.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 2: Main examination for shortlisted candidates.
- Skill Test: Required for certain posts to assess specific skills.
- Document Verification: Verification of original documents and eligibility.
- Medical Examination: Ensuring fitness for the respective posts.
How to Apply
To apply for the RRB NTPC 2024 recruitment, follow these steps:
- Visit the official RRB application portal: rrbapply.gov.in.
- Click on the “Apply” button and complete the registration process.
- Login with your registration credentials.
- Fill out the application form with the required details.
- Upload necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and print a copy for your records.
Important Links
For more detailed information and updates, refer to the official RRB website and keep an eye out for the detailed notification in August 2024.
- RRB NTPC Recruitment 2024 Short Notice
- Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online (Available Soon)
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