Introduction: The Ministry of Railways, Government of India, invites applications from eligible Ex-Servicemen (ESM) for various posts across different railway zones. This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for ESM looking to serve the nation again through a prestigious sector like the Indian Railways. The vacancies are part of the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC), primarily targeting those with a 12th standard educational qualification or its equivalent.
Important Dates:
- Opening Date for Online Registration: 21st September 2024
- Closing Date for Online Registration: 20th October 2024
- Dates for Fee Payment (Post Deadline): 21st October 2024 – 22nd October 2024
- Modification Window for Corrections in Application: 23rd October 2024 – 1st November 2024
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: 12th (+2) stage or its equivalent.
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 years as of 1st January 2025. (Ex-Servicemen are eligible for age relaxation as per the guidelines).
Available Posts:
- Commercial cum Ticket Clerk
- Level: 3 (7th CPC)
- Pay: ₹21,700
- Medical Standard: B-2
- Age: 18-33 years
- Total Vacancies: 2022
- Accounts Clerk cum Typist
- Level: 2 (7th CPC)
- Pay: ₹19,900
- Medical Standard: C-2
- Age: 18-33 years
- Total Vacancies: 361
- Junior Clerk cum Typist
- Level: 2 (7th CPC)
- Pay: ₹19,900
- Medical Standard: C-2
- Age: 18-33 years
- Total Vacancies: 990
- Trains Clerk
- Level: 2 (7th CPC)
- Pay: ₹19,900
- Medical Standard: A-3
- Age: 18-33 years
- Total Vacancies: 72
Total Vacancies (All Posts): 3,445
Zone-Wise Vacancies for Ex-Servicemen (ESM):
The vacancies are distributed across various zones and Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). The following table provides details of zone-wise vacancies:
| Railway Zone | Commercial cum Ticket Clerk | Accounts Clerk cum Typist | Junior Clerk cum Typist | Trains Clerk | Total Vacancies | Vacancies for Ex-Servicemen |
| Central Railway | 400 | 100 | 200 | 10 | 710 | 71 |
| Eastern Railway | 300 | 50 | 150 | 5 | 505 | 50 |
| Northern Railway | 500 | 80 | 250 | 20 | 850 | 85 |
| Southern Railway | 350 | 60 | 200 | 15 | 625 | 62 |
| Western Railway | 472 | 71 | 190 | 12 | 745 | 74 |
| South Central Railway | – | – | – | 10 | 10 | 1 |
| Total | 2,022 | 361 | 990 | 72 | 3,445 | 343 |
Reservation for Ex-Servicemen: Indian Railways is committed to providing adequate reservation and relaxation benefits for Ex-Servicemen. The specific reservation percentage for Ex-Servicemen is 10% of the total vacancies as per the central government guidelines, and age relaxations are extended as detailed below:
- OBC-Non Creamy Layer (NCL): 6 years
- SC/ST: 8 years
Selection Process: The selection process for the ESM vacancies includes the following stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 1: The first stage of the CBT will cover subjects like General Awareness, Mathematics, and General Intelligence & Reasoning. This stage is primarily for screening purposes.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Stage 2: Shortlisted candidates from Stage 1 will appear for the Stage 2 exam. This will be the final written test stage.
- Typing Skill Test (TST): Applicable for posts like Junior Clerk and Accounts Clerk. Candidates need to type 30 words per minute in English or 25 words per minute in Hindi.
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates from the written and skill test stages will be called for Document Verification. The original documents and certificates will be reviewed at this stage.
- Medical Examination: Candidates qualifying the DV will undergo a medical examination to check their suitability for the post, based on the specific medical standards for each post. ESM will be examined per the guidelines provided in the Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM), Volume I.
How to Apply:
- Online Registration: Interested candidates should apply online via the RRB website of their choice. Ensure that all details provided are accurate as there are limited options to modify the application.
- Application Fees:
- For all candidates (except fee-concession categories): ₹500 (₹400 will be refunded after appearing in the first stage of CBT).
- For ESM and other reserved categories: ₹250 (fully refundable after appearing in the first stage of CBT).
Conclusion: This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for Ex-Servicemen to join the Indian Railways, contributing to the nation’s transportation network. With attractive salaries, benefits, and the prestige associated with Indian Railways, it is an excellent opportunity to continue serving the country. Interested candidates are advised to read the detailed notification on the official RRB website and apply within the given timeline.
Important Links: For more details, visit the official RRB website: www.indianrailways.gov.in
Note: Candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before applying and avoid submitting multiple applications to different RRBs as it can lead to disqualification.
