Job Overview
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has officially released the RRB NTPC Recruitment 2025 Notification to fill various Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts across Indian Railways. This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring for a secure and prestigious career in the government sector. The NTPC posts include Clerk, Typist, Goods Guard, Station Master, Traffic Assistant, and other roles in the railways.
Post Details
The recruitment is open for multiple NTPC posts, including but not limited to:
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Junior Clerk cum Typist
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Accounts Clerk cum Typist
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Junior Time Keeper
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Trains Clerk
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Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
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Traffic Assistant
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Goods Guard
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Senior Clerk cum Typist
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Junior Account Assistant cum Typist
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Senior Time Keeper
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Commercial Apprentice
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Station Master
The exact number of vacancies will be released region-wise in the official notification.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following educational requirements:
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Undergraduate Posts (Level 2 & 3): Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent examination from a recognized board. Typing skills may be required for certain posts.
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Graduate Posts (Level 4, 5 & 6): Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Additional requirements such as computer proficiency and typing speed may apply for specific posts.
Salary Details
The salary structure for RRB NTPC posts follows the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay scale:
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Undergraduate Level Posts: Pay Matrix Level 2 & 3 (Initial pay ranging from ₹19,900 to ₹21,700 per month).
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Graduate Level Posts: Pay Matrix Level 4, 5 & 6 (Initial pay ranging from ₹25,500 to ₹35,400 per month).
Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and other government benefits will also be applicable.
Age Limit
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For Undergraduate Level Posts: 18 to 30 years
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For Graduate Level Posts: 18 to 33 years
Age relaxation will be provided as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/PwD candidates.
Application Fee
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General/OBC Candidates: ₹500 (₹400 refunded after appearing in CBT Stage I)
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SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Transgender/Minorities/Economically Backward Classes: ₹250 (refunded after appearing in CBT Stage I)
Important Dates
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Release of Notification: To be announced (expected early 2025)
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Start of Online Application: To be announced
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Last Date of Application Submission: To be announced
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Admit Card Release: To be notified
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CBT Stage I Exam Date: Expected mid-2025
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Subsequent CBTs/Skill Tests/Document Verification: As per schedule released later
Application Process
Eligible candidates can apply online by visiting the official RRB regional websites. The application process involves:
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Online Registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
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Filling out the application form with personal, educational, and category details.
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Uploading scanned copies of passport-size photograph and signature as per specifications.
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Payment of the application fee through online/offline modes.
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Final submission and download of the application confirmation for future reference.