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Which of the following is a specified sub-category of disability for the purpose of this recruitment?
Which of the following is a specified sub-category of disability for the purpose of this recruitment?
- Mental health disability
- Visual Impairment (correct)
- Learning disability
- Speech impairment
For which type of vacancies is the benefit of reservation for Ex-Servicemen applicable?
For which type of vacancies is the benefit of reservation for Ex-Servicemen applicable?
- All vacancies
- Vacancies filled through direct recruitment (correct)
- Vacancies filled through lateral entry
- Vacancies filled through promotion
What percentage of disability is required for a candidate to be eligible for relaxation of conditions/reservation?
What percentage of disability is required for a candidate to be eligible for relaxation of conditions/reservation?
- 10%
- 33%
- 25%
- 40% (correct)
Where can candidates find the relevant portions of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?
Where can candidates find the relevant portions of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?
What is the medical standard for Ex-Servicemen applying for these vacancies?
What is the medical standard for Ex-Servicemen applying for these vacancies?
Which of the following disabilities is NOT included in the categories of disabilities for the purpose of this recruitment?
Which of the following disabilities is NOT included in the categories of disabilities for the purpose of this recruitment?
Where can PwBD candidates find information about the suitability of a particular post for their disability?
Where can PwBD candidates find information about the suitability of a particular post for their disability?
What should a PwBD candidate do to avoid disqualification during the recruitment process?
What should a PwBD candidate do to avoid disqualification during the recruitment process?
What type of service are finally appointed candidates potentially liable for?
What type of service are finally appointed candidates potentially liable for?
Which document must SC/ST candidates show to authorized Railway staff for verification while traveling with a free pass?
Which document must SC/ST candidates show to authorized Railway staff for verification while traveling with a free pass?
What could result from misuse of the free train travel facility?
What could result from misuse of the free train travel facility?
What should candidates ensure when stating railway station details in the online application?
What should candidates ensure when stating railway station details in the online application?
Who reserves the right to modify the terms and conditions of the recruitment?
Who reserves the right to modify the terms and conditions of the recruitment?
With candidates' consent, what might RRBs share their scores with?
With candidates' consent, what might RRBs share their scores with?
Why is it advised to submit the online application well before the closing date?
Why is it advised to submit the online application well before the closing date?
During what hours is the helpline for candidate queries available?
During what hours is the helpline for candidate queries available?
When will the RRB conduct a detailed scrutiny of applications for eligibility?
When will the RRB conduct a detailed scrutiny of applications for eligibility?
What is the primary reason a candidate's application might be cancelled after document verification?
What is the primary reason a candidate's application might be cancelled after document verification?
Under what circumstance would a candidate be immediately disqualified during the recruitment process?
Under what circumstance would a candidate be immediately disqualified during the recruitment process?
What is the crucial date for claiming SC/ST/OBC/EWS status, if not specified otherwise?
What is the crucial date for claiming SC/ST/OBC/EWS status, if not specified otherwise?
What happens to candidates found medically unsuitable for their opted post?
What happens to candidates found medically unsuitable for their opted post?
What is the minimum age required as of 01.01.2025, to be eligible for the mentioned posts?
What is the minimum age required as of 01.01.2025, to be eligible for the mentioned posts?
What is the initial basic pay for the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)?
What is the initial basic pay for the posts of Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA)?
What crucial document must candidates provide during document verification to support their age?
What crucial document must candidates provide during document verification to support their age?
What must candidates with educational qualifications not listed in the chart do during registration?
What must candidates with educational qualifications not listed in the chart do during registration?
What is used for generating a common merit list among candidates from different Exam Groups?
What is used for generating a common merit list among candidates from different Exam Groups?
Which marks are used for calculating the Merit Index for single session CBTs?
Which marks are used for calculating the Merit Index for single session CBTs?
In the Merit Index formula, what does 'Mq' represent?
In the Merit Index formula, what does 'Mq' represent?
What is represented by 'St' in the Merit Index calculation?
What is represented by 'St' in the Merit Index calculation?
How is the Merit Index for multi-session exams calculated?
How is the Merit Index for multi-session exams calculated?
What does 'Mt' signify in the calculation of Merit Index?
What does 'Mt' signify in the calculation of Merit Index?
What is the purpose of normalizing marks obtained in the CBT?
What is the purpose of normalizing marks obtained in the CBT?
What is the minimum percentage of marks required for eligibility for OBC candidates?
What is the minimum percentage of marks required for eligibility for OBC candidates?
By how much can the percentage of marks for PwBD candidates be relaxed?
By how much can the percentage of marks for PwBD candidates be relaxed?
Which engineering discipline is NOT listed as part of the Mechanical and Allied Engineering group?
Which engineering discipline is NOT listed as part of the Mechanical and Allied Engineering group?
Which of the following disciplines belongs to the Electrical and Allied Engineering group?
Which of the following disciplines belongs to the Electrical and Allied Engineering group?
What type of calculator will be available during the 2 Stage CBT?
What type of calculator will be available during the 2 Stage CBT?
How many years of diploma or bachelor's degree in engineering is mentioned for eligibility?
How many years of diploma or bachelor's degree in engineering is mentioned for eligibility?
What is the minimum percentage of marks for eligibility for SC candidates?
What is the minimum percentage of marks for eligibility for SC candidates?
Which engineering field includes a combination of sub streams from Computer Science and Engineering?
Which engineering field includes a combination of sub streams from Computer Science and Engineering?
What biometric process is mentioned for candidates during recruitment?
What biometric process is mentioned for candidates during recruitment?
Which right does the RRB reserve concerning additional procedures?
Which right does the RRB reserve concerning additional procedures?
What will be the status of decisions made by RRBs regarding eligibility?
What will be the status of decisions made by RRBs regarding eligibility?
In which circumstance can RRBs cancel part or whole of the recruitment process?
In which circumstance can RRBs cancel part or whole of the recruitment process?
What is the legal jurisdiction for issues arising from this CEN?
What is the legal jurisdiction for issues arising from this CEN?
What should candidates refer to in case of disputes about the interpretation of this document?
What should candidates refer to in case of disputes about the interpretation of this document?
Which of the following categories does NOT represent a reservation type mentioned?
Which of the following categories does NOT represent a reservation type mentioned?
What does CBT stand for in the context of recruitment?
What does CBT stand for in the context of recruitment?
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RRB Selection
RRB Selection
Candidates are responsible for choosing the right RRB for their application.
Territorial Army Service
Territorial Army Service
Selected candidates might be required to serve in the Railway Engineers Unit of the Territorial Army.
Free Travel Facility
Free Travel Facility
SC and ST candidates can get free travel for the selection process.
Caste Certificate Verification
Caste Certificate Verification
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Application Accuracy
Application Accuracy
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Changing Recruitment Rules
Changing Recruitment Rules
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Score Sharing
Score Sharing
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Early Application Submission
Early Application Submission
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Provisional Eligibility
Provisional Eligibility
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Document Verification Stage
Document Verification Stage
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Candidate Responsibility for Eligibility
Candidate Responsibility for Eligibility
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Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
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Disqualification for False Information
Disqualification for False Information
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Crucial Date for Benefits
Crucial Date for Benefits
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Medical Fitness for the Post
Medical Fitness for the Post
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Age Limit for Applying
Age Limit for Applying
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Ex-Serviceman
Ex-Serviceman
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Medical standards for Ex-Serviceman
Medical standards for Ex-Serviceman
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Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
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Benchmark Disability Percentage
Benchmark Disability Percentage
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Categories of Disabilities
Categories of Disabilities
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Multiple Disability (MD)
Multiple Disability (MD)
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Post Parameters Table
Post Parameters Table
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Applying for Suitable Positions
Applying for Suitable Positions
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RRB Eligibility Percentage
RRB Eligibility Percentage
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PwBD Eligibility Relaxation
PwBD Eligibility Relaxation
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Virtual Calculator in RRB Exam
Virtual Calculator in RRB Exam
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RRB Exam Groups
RRB Exam Groups
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Mechanical Engineering Eligibility
Mechanical Engineering Eligibility
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Electrical Engineering Eligibility
Electrical Engineering Eligibility
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Electronics Engineering Eligibility
Electronics Engineering Eligibility
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Discipline Mapping Tables
Discipline Mapping Tables
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Biometric Mismatch Disqualification
Biometric Mismatch Disqualification
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RRB's Right to Additional Checks
RRB's Right to Additional Checks
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RRBs Can Cancel Recruitment
RRBs Can Cancel Recruitment
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RRBs' Final Decision
RRBs' Final Decision
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RRB Responsibility for Errors
RRB Responsibility for Errors
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Legal Disputes Jurisdiction
Legal Disputes Jurisdiction
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Official English Version
Official English Version
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PwBD
PwBD
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Normalization of Marks
Normalization of Marks
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Merit Index
Merit Index
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What is the role of Merit Index?
What is the role of Merit Index?
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Merit Index Formula
Merit Index Formula
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Qualifying Marks (Mq)
Qualifying Marks (Mq)
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Mean Marks of Top Performers (Mt)
Mean Marks of Top Performers (Mt)
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Score Assigned to Mq (Sq)
Score Assigned to Mq (Sq)
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Score Assigned to Mt (St)
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Study Notes
Railway Recruitment Boards
- Detailed Centralised Employment Notice (CEN No. 03/2024)
- Recruitment of Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant, Chemical Supervisor (Research), and Metallurgical Supervisor (Research)
- Opening date for application: 30 July 2024
- Closing date for application submission: 29 August 2024 (23:59 hours)
Vacancies
- Chemical Supervisor / Research and Metallurgical Supervisor / Research
- Pay Level 7
- Initial pay: ₹44,900
- Age: 18-36 years (RRB Gorakhpur only)
- Total vacancies (All RRBs): 7934
- Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent, Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant
- Pay Level 6
- Initial pay: ₹35,400
- Age: 18-36 years
- Total vacancies (All RRBs): 7951
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only.
- Candidates can apply to only one RRB and one common application.
- Age relaxation of 3 years is applicable due to Covid-19 pandemic.
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility requirements.
- Candidates awaiting results are not eligible.
- Candidates submitting multiple applications will be disqualified.
- Candidates who are presently debarred by any RRB or RRC, should not apply.
- Candidates with changed names should indicate the change.
- Use of uniform signatures, and running handwriting on documents is essential.
Examination
- Two stages of Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document verification (DV)
- Medical examination (ME)
- RRBs will shortlist candidates for the second stage based on the first stage.
- Candidates must bring original documents for verification and self-attested photocopies.
Fees
- Candidates must pay the prescribed CEN fee online.
- Modification is allowed within a certain time period with a fee.
Nationality/Citizenship
- Candidates must be citizens of India, Nepal, or Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees.
- Candidates of Indian Origin migrated from certain countries.
- Certificate of eligibility from the Government of India is required.
Age Limit
- Age limit: 18-36 years (with relaxation of up to 3 years)
- The relevant dates required to be verified to be within a given date range.
Age Relaxation
- Relaxation periods and specific details provided are specific to each category/community group.
Medical Standards
- Candidates are required to pass a medical fitness test.
- Visual acuity standards are prescribed and mandatory for the posts.
Other Instructions
- Candidates should submit their applications well before the closing date.
- A helpline is available for any queries regarding the application process.
- A list of the RRB websites is provided.
- Candidates must meet all eligibility criteria to be considered for any post.
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