The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has brought cheers to aspiring candidates across India with the release of the vacancy details for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment in 2024. A total of 10,884 vacancies are up for grabs, offering a golden opportunity for graduates and undergraduates to join the Indian Railways.
Vacancy Breakdown: A Detailed Look
The vacancies are divided into two major categories:
1. Under Graduate Level Posts (3404 Vacancies):
- Accounts Clerk Cum Typist: 361
- Comm. Cum Ticket Clerk: 1985
- Jr. Clerk Cum Typist: 990
- Trains Clerk: 68
2. Graduate Level Posts (7479 Vacancies):
- Goods Trains Manager: 2684
- Station Master: 963
- Chief Comm. Cum Ticket Supervisor: 1737
- Jr. Accounts Asstt. Cum Typist: 1371
- Sr. Clerk Cum Typist: 725
Zone-Wise Distribution: Opportunities Across India
The vacancies are spread across various zones of the Indian Railways. Some of the zones with a significant number of vacancies include:
- Central Railway: 1243
- East Central Railway: 247
- Eastern Railway: 1079
- Northeast Frontier Railway: 773
- Northern Railway: 816
- South Eastern Railway: 1046
- Southern Railway: 819
- Western Railway: 1302
What’s Next: Application Process & CBT
While the detailed notification is yet to be released, the RRB has confirmed that the RRB/Ahmedabad will be the nodal agency for conducting the recruitment process. Candidates can expect the online application window to open soon.
The selection process will likely involve a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification and medical examination. The CBT is expected to be conducted in multiple phases, given the large number of vacancies.
How to Prepare:
- Stay Updated: Keep an eye on the official RRB websites keep following our Whatsapp and Telegram Channels.
- Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus and exam pattern for the respective posts you are interested in.
- Practice Regularly: Solve previous years’ question papers and mock tests to improve your speed and accuracy.
- Focus on Current Affairs: Stay updated on current affairs, especially related to the Indian Railways.
This is a golden opportunity for aspiring candidates to join the Indian Railways. Start your preparation now and make the most of this chance.