RRB NTPC 2019 Recruitment: The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) and the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) have announced around 1.3 lakh vacancies for Non-Technical Popular Categories (RRB NTPC), Para-Medical Staff, Ministerial and Isolated Categories, and Level 1 posts. The detailed RRB NTPC 2019 notification for NTPC Graduate and Undergraduate posts have been released and more than 35,000 vacancies have been announced. The official notification for RRC Level 1 recruitment which alone has more than 1 lakh vacancies.
This is a great opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs. Indian Railways is one of the best places to work in. A job in the Indian Railways comes with lots of benefits and perks apart from the high salary it offers and great learning experience.
Aspiring candidates who want to get into the Indian Railways sector must start their preparation now. They must also be aware of the details of RRB NTPC 2019 recruitment. In this article, we will provide you with the details of RRB NTPC 2019 recruitment – eligibility criteria, exam pattern, how to apply, etc.
Important Update – RRB NTPC DLW Vacancy Cancelled: According to latest RRB NTPC notification, RRB has canceled the RRB NTPC DLW vacancy for RRB Allahabad. A total of 69 vacancies were announced initially for DLW posts. Candidates who opted DLW posts in RRB Allahabad need to login to their account using their Registration Number and Date of Birth, and change their post preferences.
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RRB NTPC 2019 Recruitment: Everything You Need To Know
Before getting into the details of RRB NTPC 2019 recruitment, let’s have an overview of the exam:
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) for RRB NTPC, Paramedical Staff, and Ministerial and Isolated Posts
Railway Recruitment Cells (RRCs) for Level 1 Posts |
| Name of the Posts |
Various Posts Under Each Category |
| Job Category | Government Job (Central Government) |
| Vacancies | 1,30,000+ (35,000+ for RRB NTPC) |
| Work Location | All Over India |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Stages of Exam | Depends on the Post |
| Official Website | www.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRB NTPC 2019: Important Dates
The important dates for RRB NTPC recruitment 2019 are as under:
| Events | Important Dates |
| RRB NTPC Online Registration Begins | 1st March 2019 (04:00 PM) |
| Para-Medical Stuff Online Registration | 4th March 2019 to 2nd April 2019 |
| Ministerial & Isolated Category Online Registration | 8th March 2019 to 7th April 2019 |
| Level 1 Online Registration Begins | 12th March 2019 |
| RRB NTPC Last Date for Registration | 31st March 2019 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date For Payment Of RRB NTPC Application Fee Through Online Mode | 5th April 2019 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date For Payment Of RRB NTPC Application Fee Through SBI Challan/Post Office Challan | 5th April 2019 (03:00 PM) |
| Final Submission Of RRB NTPC Application Form | 12th April 2019 (11:59 PM) |
| 1st Stage Computer Based Test | June to September 2019 (Tentative) |
RRB NTPC 2019: Name Of Posts
A variety of posts come under RRB Non-Technical Popular Categories (RRB NTPC):
- Junior Clerk cum Typist,
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist,
- Trains Clerk,
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk,
- Traffic Assistant,
- Goods Guard,
- Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk,
- Senior Clerk cum Typist,
- Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist,
- Commercial Apprentice,
- Station Master, etc.
The various posts under Para-Medical Staffs, Ministerial & Isolated Category, and Level 1 are as under:
Para-Medical Staff:
- Staff Nurse,
- Pharmacist,
- Health and Malaria Inspector,
- ECG Technician,
- Lab Superintendent,
- Lab Assistant, etc.
Ministerial and Isolated Categories:
- Stenographer,
- Junior Translator (Hindi),
- Chief Law Assistant, etc.
Level 1 Posts:
- Track Maintainer Grade IV,
- Helper/Assistant in Electrical, Mechanical, and S&T Departments,
- Assistant Pointsmsn, etc.
RRB & RRC Recruitment 2019
In this article, detailed information about RRB NTPC 2019 recruitment will be provided. For all other categories (Para-Medical Staff, Ministerial & Isolated Categories, and Level 1 Posts), follow the links given below:
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Indian Railways Recruitment 2019 |
| Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2019 |
| Ministerial & Isolated Categories Recruitment 2019 |
| RRC Level 1 Post Recruitment 2019 |
RRB NTPC 2019: RRB NTPC Vacancies
The RRB NTPC vacancies for Undergraduate posts are tabulated below:
|
Name Of The Posts |
Vacancies |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 4319 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 760 |
| Junior Time Keeper | 17 |
| Trains Clerk | 592 |
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 4940 |
| Total | 10628 |
The RRB NTPC vacancies for Graduate posts are as under:
|
Name Of The Posts |
Vacancies |
| Traffic Assistant | 88 |
| Goods Guard | 5748 |
| Senior Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 5638 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 2873 |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 3164 |
| Senior Time Keeper | 14 |
| Commercial Apprentice | 259 |
| Station Master | 6865 |
| Total | 24649 |
RRB NTPC 2019: RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria
Candidates planning to appear for the exam must have knowledge of the eligibility criteria of the respective posts. They must ensure that they fulfill the criteria for the post they want to apply for.
Educational Qualification: The educational qualification for RRB NTPC posts are as under:
- a. Candidates who have completed their graduation in any discipline from any recognized university can apply for RRB NTPC Graduate posts. For Undergraduate posts, candidates must have passed 12th Class (10 + 2) or equivalent from a recognized board.
- b. Candidates must be proficient in typing.
- c. Candidates applying for the post of Junior Accounts Assistant cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, and Senior Time Keeper must have a typing speed of 30 words per minute in English and 25 words per minute in Hindi.
Age Limit: The minimum age required for candidates to apply for RRB NTPC jobs for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate posts is 18 years. The upper age limit is 33 years for Graduate posts and 30 years for Undergraduate posts (as on 1st July 2019). There is an age relaxation of 3 years for OBC candidates, 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for ex-serviceman.
Note: Before applying for the exam, candidates must check the Medical Standards required for the post they are applying for.
RRB NTPC 2019: How To Apply For RRB Exam?
RRB NTPC last date of registration is 31st March 2019. So, if you are eligible, apply for the exam now. The steps to apply for RRB NTPC 2019 are as under:
1st Step: Go to the official website of the RRB concerned.
2nd Step: Click on the link provided to apply online.
3rd Step: Enter your personal, academic, and contact details.
4th Step: Upload the required scanned images of photograph and signature.
5th Step: Make payment of application fee.
6th Step: Click on the “Submit” option.
7th Step: Take print out of your online application form for future reference.
You can check the status of your application form after a few days. Make corrections if you have made any mistakes.
RRB NTPC 2019: RRB Application Fees
The application fee for General/OBC male candidates is Rs 500. SC/ST/Ex-Serviceman/Women/PWD candidates, as well as Economically Backward classes, will have to pay Rs 250.
Payment of application fees can be made in one of the following modes:
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Net banking
RRB NTPC 2019: Selection Process
The selection process is different for different posts.
For RRB NTPC 2019, the selection of candidates is based on their performance in the following phases of the RRB NTPC recruitment process:
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RRB NTPC 2019: Selection Process |
| Preliminary Exam (Computer Based Test) for all posts |
| Main Exam (Computer Based Test) for all posts |
| Typing Skill Test (For candidates for the post of Junior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Time Keeper, Accounts Clerk cum Typist, Senior Clerk cum Typist, Junior Account Assistant cum Typist, and Senior Time Keeper) |
| Computer-Based Aptitude Test (For candidates applying for the post of Traffic Assistant and Station Master) |
| Document Verification for all posts |
| Medical Fitness Test for all posts |
| Final Selection |
So, let us now look into the exam pattern of the Preliminary and Main exam:
RRB NTPC Recruitment: RRB NTPC Preliminary Exam Pattern
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RRB NTPC Exam Pattern For 1st Stage CBT (Prelims) |
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Sections |
Total Number Of Questions |
| Mathematics |
30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
30 |
| General Awareness |
40 |
| Total |
100 |
The time duration for the Preliminary exam is 90 minutes.
RRB NTPC Recruitment: RRB NTPC Main Exam Pattern
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RRB NTPC Exam Pattern For 2nd Stage CBT (Main) |
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Sections |
Total Number Of Questions |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
35 |
| Mathematics |
35 |
| General Awareness |
50 |
| Total |
120 |
The time duration for the Main exam too is 90 minutes.
Important: There is a penalty for wrong answers in RRB NTPC exam. 1/3rd of the mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
RRB NTPC 2019: RRB NTPC Syllabus
As you can see, both 1st and 2nd Stage CBT of RRB NTPC exam have the same three sections. So, the RRB NTPC syllabus for both 1st and 2nd Stage CBT are the same.
RRB NTPC 2019 Syllabus For 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
- Trigonometry
- Elementary Statistics, etc.
RRB NTPC 2019 Syllabus For General Intelligence & 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.
RRB NTPC 2019 Syllabus For 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 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.
RRB NTPC 2019: RRB NTPC Admit Card
The RRB NTPC 2019 call letter will be separately issued for each stage of the selection process. Candidates have to download their RRB NTPC 2019 admit card from the official websites of the respective RRBs. They have to log in using their Application Number and Date of Birth to download their RRB NTPC admit card. Note that the admit card is an important document without which no candidates will be allowed to enter the exam hall.
RRB NTPC 2019: RRB NTPC Result
RRB NTPC 2019 result will be declared separately for each stage. The result will be declared in the form of a list of qualified candidates. Only those candidates who qualify in a particular stage are eligible to appear for the next stage of the selection procedure. Candidates will also be able to download their RRB NTPC scorecard. In order to download their RRB NTPC 2019 scorecard, they have to log in with their Registration Number and Date of Birth.
So, now you have a basic knowledge of RRB NTPC 2019 Recruitment. Make the best use of the time in hand and finish the RRB NTPC syllabus in the most efficient manner. Since the syllabus of RRB NTPC exam is more or less similar to the syllabus of various banking exams, taking banking mock test series will help.
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