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What is the maximum time interval that should normally occur between two successive Part-I examinations?
What is the maximum time interval that should normally occur between two successive Part-I examinations?
Which subject is NOT listed as a compulsory subject for the Part-I examination?
Which subject is NOT listed as a compulsory subject for the Part-I examination?
Which of the following is a requirement for a candidate to be eligible for Part-II of the examination?
Which of the following is a requirement for a candidate to be eligible for Part-II of the examination?
Which of the following combinations of optional subjects is required for the rank of Section Officer (A/Cs)?
Which of the following combinations of optional subjects is required for the rank of Section Officer (A/Cs)?
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Which of the following statements regarding the Appendix-3 examination is FALSE?
Which of the following statements regarding the Appendix-3 examination is FALSE?
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What does Part-I examination comprise?
What does Part-I examination comprise?
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Which of the following texts is recommended for study in the Advanced Commercial Bookkeeping subject?
Which of the following texts is recommended for study in the Advanced Commercial Bookkeeping subject?
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What is the focus of Workshop Accounts in reference to costing?
What is the focus of Workshop Accounts in reference to costing?
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Which aspect of Traffic Accounts requires a thorough knowledge of machine methods?
Which aspect of Traffic Accounts requires a thorough knowledge of machine methods?
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Which accounts are excluded from General Expenditure Accounts?
Which accounts are excluded from General Expenditure Accounts?
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Which account focuses on the custody, receipt, and issuance of stores?
Which account focuses on the custody, receipt, and issuance of stores?
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Candidates qualifying for Inspectors of Station Accounts do not need to study which topic?
Candidates qualifying for Inspectors of Station Accounts do not need to study which topic?
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Which of the following is a key component of Workshop Accounts?
Which of the following is a key component of Workshop Accounts?
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What knowledge is necessary for the office of the Controller of Stores?
What knowledge is necessary for the office of the Controller of Stores?
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What is a primary focus of the accounts maintained using mechanical appliances?
What is a primary focus of the accounts maintained using mechanical appliances?
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Candidates must have knowledge of which accounting aspect for qualifying as Inspectors of Stores Accounts?
Candidates must have knowledge of which accounting aspect for qualifying as Inspectors of Stores Accounts?
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How many papers will be there for each optional subject?
How many papers will be there for each optional subject?
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What is the percentage of marks required for the General category to pass in each compulsory subject?
What is the percentage of marks required for the General category to pass in each compulsory subject?
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Which of the following references is NOT allowed during the examination?
Which of the following references is NOT allowed during the examination?
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What is the required aggregate percentage for passing optional subjects in the SC/ST category?
What is the required aggregate percentage for passing optional subjects in the SC/ST category?
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Which manual is not specifically listed as a reference for the examination?
Which manual is not specifically listed as a reference for the examination?
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Which of the following is true regarding the optional subjects?
Which of the following is true regarding the optional subjects?
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Which body issues the regulations that candidates need to be familiar with for their exams?
Which body issues the regulations that candidates need to be familiar with for their exams?
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How many optional subjects will have two papers?
How many optional subjects will have two papers?
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Which statement correctly describes the passing criteria for optional subjects in the Gen category?
Which statement correctly describes the passing criteria for optional subjects in the Gen category?
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For which of the following documents can candidates NOT utilize any external aid during the examination?
For which of the following documents can candidates NOT utilize any external aid during the examination?
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Who is exempt from appearing in the Compulsory Subject Advanced Commercial Book Keeping when taking the Appendix 3 Examination?
Who is exempt from appearing in the Compulsory Subject Advanced Commercial Book Keeping when taking the Appendix 3 Examination?
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How many normal chances are typically allowed for appearing in the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
How many normal chances are typically allowed for appearing in the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
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What additional chances can the FA&CAO or General Managers grant for the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
What additional chances can the FA&CAO or General Managers grant for the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
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What is the significance of the examination passed by a candidate for either Section Officer (Accounts) or Inspectors of Station Accounts?
What is the significance of the examination passed by a candidate for either Section Officer (Accounts) or Inspectors of Station Accounts?
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What is required when a candidate seeks a chance beyond the 10th attempt for the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
What is required when a candidate seeks a chance beyond the 10th attempt for the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
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What percentage of marks is required for a candidate to be exempted from further examination in a subject after failing?
What percentage of marks is required for a candidate to be exempted from further examination in a subject after failing?
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What is the minimum passing percentage for candidates in the General category for each compulsory subject of Part-I examination?
What is the minimum passing percentage for candidates in the General category for each compulsory subject of Part-I examination?
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How many consecutive attempts can a candidate be exempted from appearing in the Part-I examination if they fail in Part-II but pass Part-I?
How many consecutive attempts can a candidate be exempted from appearing in the Part-I examination if they fail in Part-II but pass Part-I?
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What defines a chance/attempt in regard to absence from examinations?
What defines a chance/attempt in regard to absence from examinations?
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What is the minimum continuous service required for railway servants to be eligible for examination?
What is the minimum continuous service required for railway servants to be eligible for examination?
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Which medical category must railway servants fall under to qualify for the Appendix III-A examination?
Which medical category must railway servants fall under to qualify for the Appendix III-A examination?
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When did the instructions regarding examination exemptions take effect?
When did the instructions regarding examination exemptions take effect?
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What is required for a railway servant to be allowed to appear in the examination, aside from previous qualifications?
What is required for a railway servant to be allowed to appear in the examination, aside from previous qualifications?
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Who provides exemptions from passing specific examinations for railway servants?
Who provides exemptions from passing specific examinations for railway servants?
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What must railway servants do prior to sitting for the Appendix III-A examination regarding their medical status?
What must railway servants do prior to sitting for the Appendix III-A examination regarding their medical status?
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What is the typical maximum number of chances allowed for a candidate to appear in the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
What is the typical maximum number of chances allowed for a candidate to appear in the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
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What is required from candidates seeking to appear for the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination beyond the 10th chance?
What is required from candidates seeking to appear for the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination beyond the 10th chance?
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Which statement accurately describes the treatment of common subjects when qualifying for different classes of appointments?
Which statement accurately describes the treatment of common subjects when qualifying for different classes of appointments?
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Who has the authority to grant additional chances for the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
Who has the authority to grant additional chances for the Appendix-3 (IREM) examination?
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Which category of individuals is exempt from appearing in the Compulsory Subject Advanced Commercial Book Keeping when taking the Appendix 3 Examination?
Which category of individuals is exempt from appearing in the Compulsory Subject Advanced Commercial Book Keeping when taking the Appendix 3 Examination?
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What is the consequence for candidates who pass the Part-I examination?
What is the consequence for candidates who pass the Part-I examination?
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Which subject is essential for candidates preparing for the Part-I examination?
Which subject is essential for candidates preparing for the Part-I examination?
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What is required when applying for exemptions in the Part-II examination?
What is required when applying for exemptions in the Part-II examination?
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What must be provided in the optional subjects for Part-II examinations?
What must be provided in the optional subjects for Part-II examinations?
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What is the maximum interval for scheduling successive Part-I examinations?
What is the maximum interval for scheduling successive Part-I examinations?
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How is the Advanced Commercial Bookkeeping subject represented in the examination structure?
How is the Advanced Commercial Bookkeeping subject represented in the examination structure?
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Which of the following subjects can candidates combine for the Section Officer (A/Cs) qualification?
Which of the following subjects can candidates combine for the Section Officer (A/Cs) qualification?
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Which subjects are required for a candidate wishing to qualify for Inspectors of Stores Accounts?
Which subjects are required for a candidate wishing to qualify for Inspectors of Stores Accounts?
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What aspect of Workshop Accounts specifically involves the use of mechanical appliances?
What aspect of Workshop Accounts specifically involves the use of mechanical appliances?
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Which of the following is NOT included in General Expenditure Accounts?
Which of the following is NOT included in General Expenditure Accounts?
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In the context of Traffic Accounts, what type of traffic must candidates have knowledge about?
In the context of Traffic Accounts, what type of traffic must candidates have knowledge about?
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Which set of subjects relates directly to the position of Inspector of Station Accounts?
Which set of subjects relates directly to the position of Inspector of Station Accounts?
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What is a primary focus when compiling Traffic Statistics?
What is a primary focus when compiling Traffic Statistics?
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What essential knowledge is required regarding the office of the Controller of Stores?
What essential knowledge is required regarding the office of the Controller of Stores?
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Which accounting aspect is explicitly excluded from the General Expenditure Accounts?
Which accounting aspect is explicitly excluded from the General Expenditure Accounts?
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Candidates qualifying for Inspectors of Stores Accounts must know the procedure for what?
Candidates qualifying for Inspectors of Stores Accounts must know the procedure for what?
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What is the required percentage of marks for a candidate belonging to the SC/ST category to pass each optional subject in Part-II?
What is the required percentage of marks for a candidate belonging to the SC/ST category to pass each optional subject in Part-II?
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Which of the following documents can candidates refer to during the examination without external aid?
Which of the following documents can candidates refer to during the examination without external aid?
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How many total papers will candidates need to complete for each optional subject during the examination?
How many total papers will candidates need to complete for each optional subject during the examination?
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What is the effect of obtaining at least 60 percent in a subject after failing the examination?
What is the effect of obtaining at least 60 percent in a subject after failing the examination?
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What criteria must a railway servant meet to be eligible for examination?
What criteria must a railway servant meet to be eligible for examination?
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What is the minimum mark requirement for candidates in the General category to secure a pass in each compulsory subject for Part-I?
What is the minimum mark requirement for candidates in the General category to secure a pass in each compulsory subject for Part-I?
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Which statement about absence from examinations is correct?
Which statement about absence from examinations is correct?
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Which of the following can candidates not bring as a reference book for the examination?
Which of the following can candidates not bring as a reference book for the examination?
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What is required for a railway servant falling under medical category C-2 to take the Appendix III-A examination?
What is required for a railway servant falling under medical category C-2 to take the Appendix III-A examination?
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What types of examination papers are prescribed for optional subjects?
What types of examination papers are prescribed for optional subjects?
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What is the minimum percentage required for a candidate from the SC/ST category to pass a compulsory subject?
What is the minimum percentage required for a candidate from the SC/ST category to pass a compulsory subject?
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For which optional subject must candidates achieve 45 per cent in aggregate to pass if they belong to the General category?
For which optional subject must candidates achieve 45 per cent in aggregate to pass if they belong to the General category?
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Which body issues the orders and regulations that candidates must familiarize themselves with for the examination?
Which body issues the orders and regulations that candidates must familiarize themselves with for the examination?
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When did the examination instructions for extensions of chances take effect?
When did the examination instructions for extensions of chances take effect?
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What is the continuous service required for a railway servant to be eligible for examination if they are a graduate?
What is the continuous service required for a railway servant to be eligible for examination if they are a graduate?
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What is the total number of reference books permitted for candidates to bring during the examination?
What is the total number of reference books permitted for candidates to bring during the examination?
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What is the primary focus of the practical paper in the optional subjects?
What is the primary focus of the practical paper in the optional subjects?
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What is the consequence of a candidate passing Part-I but failing Part-II?
What is the consequence of a candidate passing Part-I but failing Part-II?
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Who has the authority to exempt railway servants from passing specific examinations?
Who has the authority to exempt railway servants from passing specific examinations?
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Which statement accurately describes the passing criteria for the General category compulsory subjects?
Which statement accurately describes the passing criteria for the General category compulsory subjects?
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Study Notes
Qualifying Examination for Promotion
- The examination is conducted in two parts: Part I and Part II.
- Part I is mandatory and comprises two compulsory subjects.
- Part II comprises two optional subjects.
- Candidates who pass Part I are eligible for Part II.
- Candidates who have passed previously may be allowed to directly sit for Part II.
Compulsory Subjects
- Advanced Commercial Bookkeeping: A recommended textbook is "The Students complete Commercial Book-Keeping, Accounting and Banking" by Arthur Field house
- General Rules and Procedure: Questions will be set to assess general accounting/traffic accounting knowledge and relevant rules/procedures.
Optional Subjects
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Combinations for Section Officer (A/Cs): Candidates choose combinations of optional subjects.
- Establishment and Provident Fund Accounts, and Books and Budget.
- Stores Accounts (compiling/maintaining records with mechanical aids), and Books and Budget
- Workshop Accounts (costing, mechanical aids), and Books and Budget
- Traffic Accounts (goods, coaching, and miscellaneous, machine methods), and Traffic Statistics/Traffic Books.
- General Expenditure Accounts (constructions), excluding Stores and Workshop. Stores Accounts (compiling/maintaining records with mechanical aids)
- General Expenditure Accounts (constructions), excluding Stores and Workshop Accounts, and Books and Budget.
- General Expenditure Accounts (constructions), excluding Stores and Workshop and Establishment and Provident Fund Accounts
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Combinations for Inspectors of Station Accounts:
- Station Accounts
- Traffic Accounts (goods, coaching, and miscellaneous traffic, including thorough machine methods for traffic accounts and statistics).
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Combinations for Inspectors of Stores Accounts:
- Stores Accounts (compiling/maintaining, mechanical aids), Workshop Accounts (receipt/issuance of stores, nomenclature of items, verification of stock).
Examination Details
- Duration: Time intervals between Part I examinations shouldn't exceed three years typically.
- Papers: Two papers for each optional subject. One is book-based (practical), the other is non-book-based.
- Allowed reference materials: Candidates may use permitted reference books during exams.
- Passing Percentage: -Part I (Compulsory Subjects): 40% (General) and 30% (SC/ST) for each subject, -Part II (Optional Subjects): 40% (General) and 30% (SC/ST) for each paper. 45% aggregate in both papers (General), 35% aggregate (SC/ST)
- Exemptions: Candidates who excel (score 60% or more) in one subject may be exempted from further examinations in that subject. For certain cases of failing in one subject of Part II, one year exemption is given in Part I.
- Absence from Examination: Absence from examination is considered a single chance/attempt.
- Examination timeframe of 2006: The instructions became effective for the examination of 2006 (1st and 2nd November, 2006).
Other Important Notes
- Medical Category C-2: Individuals in this category need to pass a medical re-examination before the main exam if they wish to sit for the exam.
- No Duplicate Examination in the Same Subject for Different Classes: Persons who possess a qualification in one class of employment need not reexamine in subjects already passed.
- Eligible Employees Exempt from a Subject: Specific members of the staff in the account department may be exempted from the need to take any or all previously taken subjects in the examination.
- Permission for Further Attempts: Additional attempts for the exam can be granted.
- Withdrawal of Application: A candidate may withdraw from the examination.
- Examination Scheme: A pre-determined schedule details exam timings, candidate lists and other requirements.
- Answer Sheet Disposal: Answer papers will be discarded after a specified timeframe (six months after result announcements).
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Prepare for the Qualifying Examination for Promotion with this quiz focusing on the compulsory subjects of Advanced Commercial Bookkeeping and General Rules and Procedure, along with optional subjects relevant for Section Officers. Master the essentials of accounting rules and bookkeeping practices crucial for your success.