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What is the normal duration of training for probationers in the Accounts Department?
What is the normal duration of training for probationers in the Accounts Department?
What should probationers maintain throughout their training?
What should probationers maintain throughout their training?
How many weeks of training is allocated at the Lai Bahadur Shastri Academy of Administration?
How many weeks of training is allocated at the Lai Bahadur Shastri Academy of Administration?
What type of training involves 34 weeks at the Railway Staff College in Vadodara?
What type of training involves 34 weeks at the Railway Staff College in Vadodara?
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During their training, probationers receive lessons on which aspect of the Railway?
During their training, probationers receive lessons on which aspect of the Railway?
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How many weeks are designated for field training and visits?
How many weeks are designated for field training and visits?
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Which branch of the Accounts Office has a field training period of 4 weeks?
Which branch of the Accounts Office has a field training period of 4 weeks?
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Which of the following holds the shortest field training duration?
Which of the following holds the shortest field training duration?
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Who is responsible for laying down the detailed course of study for probationers?
Who is responsible for laying down the detailed course of study for probationers?
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What should probationers do with current cases put up to the Section Officers?
What should probationers do with current cases put up to the Section Officers?
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Which chapter addresses Foreign Exchange Procedure?
Which chapter addresses Foreign Exchange Procedure?
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What is the duration of probation for an Officer recruited to the Department?
What is the duration of probation for an Officer recruited to the Department?
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What is NOT included in the recommended books for the Departmental Examination No. II?
What is NOT included in the recommended books for the Departmental Examination No. II?
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Which chapters of the Indian Railway Financial Code are emphasized for Expenditure Accounts?
Which chapters of the Indian Railway Financial Code are emphasized for Expenditure Accounts?
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What must a Probationary Accounts Officer pass to be confirmed?
What must a Probationary Accounts Officer pass to be confirmed?
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How many parts are there in the Departmental Examinations?
How many parts are there in the Departmental Examinations?
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Which manual addresses Traffic costing?
Which manual addresses Traffic costing?
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What type of question is NOT included in the examinations?
What type of question is NOT included in the examinations?
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Which of the following acts is mentioned in relation to Service Regulations?
Which of the following acts is mentioned in relation to Service Regulations?
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The Indian Railway Code for the Accounts Department primarily focuses on which area?
The Indian Railway Code for the Accounts Department primarily focuses on which area?
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What is the consequence if a Probationary Accounts Officer does not pass the training course?
What is the consequence if a Probationary Accounts Officer does not pass the training course?
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Which chapters are essential for understanding the Indian Railway Administration and Finance?
Which chapters are essential for understanding the Indian Railway Administration and Finance?
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When is the first Departmental Examination held?
When is the first Departmental Examination held?
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Which of the following is a required component of the examination?
Which of the following is a required component of the examination?
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In which volume is the compilation of the General Financial Rules found?
In which volume is the compilation of the General Financial Rules found?
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Which chapter does NOT pertain to Insurance Accounts?
Which chapter does NOT pertain to Insurance Accounts?
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What is one method used to test probationers' understanding in the examinations?
What is one method used to test probationers' understanding in the examinations?
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What is the primary focus of the General Principles of Government Audit?
What is the primary focus of the General Principles of Government Audit?
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What occurs once a Probationary Accounts Officer passes all required examinations?
What occurs once a Probationary Accounts Officer passes all required examinations?
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What type of training course may allow probationers more than one chance to pass?
What type of training course may allow probationers more than one chance to pass?
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What is the main purpose of the training for Probationary Accounts Officers?
What is the main purpose of the training for Probationary Accounts Officers?
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How often are the departmental examinations held for Probationary Accounts Officers?
How often are the departmental examinations held for Probationary Accounts Officers?
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What percentage of marks is required to pass each subject in the departmental examinations?
What percentage of marks is required to pass each subject in the departmental examinations?
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What happens if a Probationary Accounts Officer does not complete departmental examinations within three years?
What happens if a Probationary Accounts Officer does not complete departmental examinations within three years?
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Under what condition is the first departmental examination not counted towards the three-year limit?
Under what condition is the first departmental examination not counted towards the three-year limit?
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What is the minimum aggregate mark required to be held as having passed the examinations?
What is the minimum aggregate mark required to be held as having passed the examinations?
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What is the consequence for those who obtain 60 percent or more in any subject?
What is the consequence for those who obtain 60 percent or more in any subject?
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Which official is responsible for ensuring the training of Probationary Accounts Officers is thorough?
Which official is responsible for ensuring the training of Probationary Accounts Officers is thorough?
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What is the significance of practical training in the Railway Accounts Offices?
What is the significance of practical training in the Railway Accounts Offices?
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How is the training duration for Probationary Accounts Officers determined?
How is the training duration for Probationary Accounts Officers determined?
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What is the total duration in weeks for the entire training program for Probationary Accounts Officers?
What is the total duration in weeks for the entire training program for Probationary Accounts Officers?
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Which training period is the longest for field training in various branches of the Accounts Office?
Which training period is the longest for field training in various branches of the Accounts Office?
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In how many weeks do Probationary Accounts Officers receive institutional training at the Railway Staff College?
In how many weeks do Probationary Accounts Officers receive institutional training at the Railway Staff College?
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What aspect of the training involves discussions with Section Officers about current cases?
What aspect of the training involves discussions with Section Officers about current cases?
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Which area of training lasts for the least amount of time during the entire program?
Which area of training lasts for the least amount of time during the entire program?
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How many weeks are designated for training at the Lai Bahadur Shastri Academy of Administration?
How many weeks are designated for training at the Lai Bahadur Shastri Academy of Administration?
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What is the minimum duration of the institutional training conducted at the Railway Staff College?
What is the minimum duration of the institutional training conducted at the Railway Staff College?
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What is the total duration of field training and visits allocated in the program?
What is the total duration of field training and visits allocated in the program?
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During which part of the training do Probationary Accounts Officers perceive the detailed working of different branches?
During which part of the training do Probationary Accounts Officers perceive the detailed working of different branches?
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How long is the training period allocated specifically for Railway Electrification?
How long is the training period allocated specifically for Railway Electrification?
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What happens if a Probationary Accounts Officer fails the training course at the Railway Staff College, Baroda?
What happens if a Probationary Accounts Officer fails the training course at the Railway Staff College, Baroda?
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Which of the following is not a type of question included in the Departmental Examination?
Which of the following is not a type of question included in the Departmental Examination?
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The Departmental Examinations will be conducted under the direction of which body?
The Departmental Examinations will be conducted under the direction of which body?
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What is a mandatory condition for a Probationary Accounts Officer to be counted against the sanctioned strength of the office?
What is a mandatory condition for a Probationary Accounts Officer to be counted against the sanctioned strength of the office?
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What type of practical question is specifically mentioned for the examinations?
What type of practical question is specifically mentioned for the examinations?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the purpose of the examinations?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the purpose of the examinations?
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How frequently are the three parts of the Departmental Examinations scheduled?
How frequently are the three parts of the Departmental Examinations scheduled?
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What happens once a Probationary Accounts Officer successfully passes all required examinations?
What happens once a Probationary Accounts Officer successfully passes all required examinations?
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Upon failing their training at the Railway Staff College, what is the condition for a Probationary Accounts Officer's confirmation?
Upon failing their training at the Railway Staff College, what is the condition for a Probationary Accounts Officer's confirmation?
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Which of the following chapters is primarily focused on statutory financial responsibilities within the Indian Railways?
Which of the following chapters is primarily focused on statutory financial responsibilities within the Indian Railways?
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Which book is specifically recommended for understanding the auditing principles relevant to the Indian Railways?
Which book is specifically recommended for understanding the auditing principles relevant to the Indian Railways?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the recommended reading for Expenditure Accounts?
Which of the following is NOT included in the recommended reading for Expenditure Accounts?
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The chapters on which financial practices are emphasized for Auditing in the context of the Indian Railways?
The chapters on which financial practices are emphasized for Auditing in the context of the Indian Railways?
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Which manual outlines the procedures and regulations for pension management within the Indian Railways?
Which manual outlines the procedures and regulations for pension management within the Indian Railways?
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Which chapter focuses primarily on the financial aspects and procedures related to traffic management in the Indian Railways?
Which chapter focuses primarily on the financial aspects and procedures related to traffic management in the Indian Railways?
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What is the primary focus of the Indian Railway Financial Codes Vol. I and II?
What is the primary focus of the Indian Railway Financial Codes Vol. I and II?
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In the context of the Indian Railways, which act is mentioned in relation to service regulations concerning employee welfare?
In the context of the Indian Railways, which act is mentioned in relation to service regulations concerning employee welfare?
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Which chapters in the Indian Railway Administration and Finance are crucial for understanding the framework of audits?
Which chapters in the Indian Railway Administration and Finance are crucial for understanding the framework of audits?
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Which of the following is not a component of the Indian Railway Code for the Traffic Department?
Which of the following is not a component of the Indian Railway Code for the Traffic Department?
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What must be satisfied by the Financial Adviser and Chief Accounts Officer regarding the training of Probationary Accounts Officers?
What must be satisfied by the Financial Adviser and Chief Accounts Officer regarding the training of Probationary Accounts Officers?
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What is the minimum percentage of marks required to pass the aggregate in the departmental examinations?
What is the minimum percentage of marks required to pass the aggregate in the departmental examinations?
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What happens if a Probationary Accounts Officer fails in an examination overall?
What happens if a Probationary Accounts Officer fails in an examination overall?
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What is the consequence of not passing the departmental examinations within three years from recruitment?
What is the consequence of not passing the departmental examinations within three years from recruitment?
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What is the requirement for the first examination if it occurs within six months of joining?
What is the requirement for the first examination if it occurs within six months of joining?
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In terms of training, which of the following statements is considered incorrect?
In terms of training, which of the following statements is considered incorrect?
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What interval is specified for the departmental examinations to take place?
What interval is specified for the departmental examinations to take place?
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What is expected of the Probationary Accounts Officers while undergoing practical training?
What is expected of the Probationary Accounts Officers while undergoing practical training?
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What is the primary goal of the training for Probationary Accounts Officers?
What is the primary goal of the training for Probationary Accounts Officers?
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What happens if a Probationary Accounts Officer passes all required examinations?
What happens if a Probationary Accounts Officer passes all required examinations?
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Study Notes
Training of Indian Railway Accounts Service Probationers
- Probationary training period typically lasts two years
- Probationers must maintain a diary and submit a monthly narrative report
- The Railway Staff College, in consultation with the Railway Board, outlines the detailed study course
- Initial training includes a broad overview of the Railway organization and its administration, detailed working of accounts office branches, and discussion with section officers
- The training program includes instruction at the Lai Bahadur Shastri Academy of Administration
- The training program includes training at the ICWAI (Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India)
- There is institutional training at the Railway Staff College, Vadodara
- Field training and visits to various branches and divisions of the accounts office are part of the program, including a period set apart for joining time
- The details of field training include specific branches and divisions: Traffic Accounts, Headquarters Accounts, Divisional Accounts, Workshop & Stores, Production Units, RDSO, Railway Electrification, NF Railway/Metro Railway, Books & Budget, and EDP Units/Misc.
- The training is designed to be practical in nature, including studying codes, rules, and regulations
- The duration of training varies depending on industry and the probationer's ability
Departmental Examinations
- Examinations are held semi-annually, as scheduled by the Railway Staff College
- Probationers cannot take the second and third examinations until they have completed training for the relevant subjects
- A passing grade requires 40% in each subject and 50% overall
- Failing the overall exam but achieving 60% in a subject exempts the probationer from re-taking that subject
- Examinations must be completed within three years of recruitment
- Failing to pass within the three-year timeframe may lead to the loss of the position
- For examinations within six months after joining service, the three-year period is extended further
- Probationary officers are on probation for two years, and must pass the second Departmental Examination, a test at the Railway Staff College, Baroda, and complete other training
- Probationary accounts officers may be allowed more than one chance to pass the training course at the Railway Staff College, Baroda, but they will not be confirmed until they pass the test. The training period may be extended
- Exam requirements include practical questions, interpretation of financial/statistical data and diagrams/graphs, plus objective questions including short answer, true/false, matching items, and multiple choice tests
- The exams are structured to assess probationers' understanding, rather than just their factual knowledge
Books Recommended for Examinations
- Specific books are recommended for each Departmental Examination (e.g., Commercial Book Keeping and Audit, Traffic Accounts and Railway Statistics, Service Regulations, Expenditure Accounts, Workshops and Stores Accounts, Books and Budget, Management Accounting)
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Explore the comprehensive training program designed for Indian Railway Accounts Service probationers. This quiz covers the various aspects of their two-year training, including lessons on Railway organization, institutional training at key academies, and field visits to accounts office divisions. Test your knowledge on the requirements and structure of the probationary period.
