RRB NTPC Recruitment 2024: Salary, Eligibility, and Exam Details
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official notification for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment in the employment newspaper. A total of 11,558 vacancies will be filled under this recruitment drive. Candidates can find details about salary, eligibility, selection process, application procedure, fees, and exam pattern below.
RRB NTPC Recruitment 2024 Notification
The RRB NTPC 2024 notification was published in the employment newspaper on September 7, 2024. The registration process will be conducted online through the official website rrbapply.gov.in.
- Total Vacancies: 11,558
- Application Start Date:
- CEN 05/2024 (Graduate Posts) – September 14, 2024
- CEN 06/2024 (Undergraduate Posts) – September 21, 2024
- Application Deadline:
- CEN 05/2024 – October 13, 2024
- CEN 06/2024 – October 20, 2024
The Graduate Posts will be listed under CEN 05/2024, while the Undergraduate Posts will be listed under CEN 06/2024.
RRB NTPC Recruitment 2024: Key Highlights
| Exam Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,558 |
| Eligibility | 12th Pass, Graduate |
| Notification Numbers | 05/2024 (Graduate Posts), 06/2024 (Undergraduate Posts) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Application Period | September 14 – October 13, 2024 |
| Official Website | indianrailways.gov.in, rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB NTPC Vacancy 2024
The 11,558 vacancies are divided into Graduate and Undergraduate posts as follows:
Undergraduate Posts
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | 2,022 |
| Accounts Clerk cum Typist | 361 |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 990 |
| Trains Clerk | 72 |
| Total | 3,445 |
Graduate Posts
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor | 1,736 |
| Station Master | 994 |
| Goods Train Manager | 3,144 |
| Junior Account Assistant cum Typist | 1,507 |
| Senior Clerk cum Typist | 732 |
| Total | 8,113 |
RRB NTPC Salary 2024
Salary for Undergraduate Posts
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk – ₹21,700
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist – ₹19,900
- Junior Clerk cum Typist – ₹19,900
- Trains Clerk – ₹19,900
Salary for Graduate Posts
- Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor – ₹35,400
- Station Master – ₹35,400
- Goods Train Manager – ₹29,200
- Junior Account Assistant cum Typist – ₹29,200
- Senior Clerk cum Typist – ₹29,200
RRB NTPC Eligibility Criteria 2024
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have completed 12th grade or graduated, depending on the specific post.
Age Limit
- Graduate Posts: 18 to 36 years
- Undergraduate Posts: 18 to 33 years
How to Apply for RRB NTPC 2024
Candidates can complete the application process online by following these steps:
- Visit the official RRB NTPC application website – rrbapply.gov.in.
- If applying for the first time, create an account by clicking “Apply” → “Create an Account”.
- Log in using your registered email or mobile number.
- Fill out the application form carefully. Candidates can apply to only one RRB and must submit only one online application.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
RRB NTPC Application Fee 2024
- General & OBC Candidates: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT)
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: ₹250 (fully refunded after appearing in CBT)
RRB NTPC Selection Process 2024
The selection process includes multiple stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT 1)
- Computer-Based Test (CBT 2)
- Typing Skill Test / Aptitude Test (if applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
RRB NTPC Exam Pattern 2024
CBT 1 Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3 deduction for each incorrect answer
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Candidates should frequently check the official website for any updates related to exams, notifications, and results.
