(Detailed Notification) RRB CENTRALISED EMPLOYMENT NOTIFICATION (CEN) No. 05/2025
IMPORTANT DATES & TIME
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Date of Indicative Notice in Employment News
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04.10.2025
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Opening date of Online application
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31.10.2025
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Closing date for Submission of Online Application
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30.11.2025 (23:59 hours)
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Last Date for Application fee payment for the submitted applications
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02.12.2025
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Dates for Modification window for corrections in application form with payment of modification fee (Please Note: Details filled in ‘Create an Account’ form and ‘Chosen RRB’ cannot be modified)
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03.12.2025 to 12.12.2025
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Dates during which eligible scribe candidates must provide their scribe details in the application portal
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13.12.2025 to 17.12.2025
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DETAILS OF VACANCIES
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No.
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Post
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Pay Level in 7th CPC
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Initial pay (Rs.)
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Medical Standard
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Age (as on 01-01-2026)
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Total Vacancies (All RRBs)
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1.
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Junior Engineer, Depot Material Superintendent and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant
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Level 6
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35,400
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See Annexure-A
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18-33 years
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2569
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Grand Total (All RRBs)
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2569
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RRB-wise & Railway Zone-wise detailed distribution of vacancies is given in the Annexure B
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EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- 10th pass or ITI or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate(NAC) granted by NCVT.
MEDICAL STANDARDS FOR THE POSTS
Candidates called for DV will have to pass requisite medical fitness test(s) conducted by the Railway Administration to ensure that the candidates are medically fit to carry out the duties connected with the post(s) opted by them. Visual Acuity Standard is one of the important criteria of medical fitness of Railway staff. The medical requirements against different medical standards for different categories are outlined below:
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SL. No
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MEDICAL STANDARD
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GENERAL FITNESS
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VISUAL ACUITY
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1
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A-2
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Physically fit in all respects
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Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 without glasses (no fogging test)
Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 without glasses and
Must pass tests for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic vision etc.
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2
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A-3
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Physically fit in all respects
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Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/9 with or without glasses (power of lenses not to exceed 2D).
Near Vision: Sn: 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses and must pass test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic vision etc.
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3
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B-1
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Physically fit in all respects
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Distant Vision: 6/9, 6/12 with or without glasses (power of lensesnot to exceed 4D),
Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required and
Must pass test for Colour Vision, Binocular Vision, Night Vision, Mesopic vision etc.
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4
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C-1
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Physically fit in all respects
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Distant Vision: 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses.
Near Vision: Sn. 0.6, 0.6 with or without glasses when reading or close work is required.
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AGE LIMIT
The lower and upper age limits (18 to 33 year) indicated for a particular post(s) in the Post Parameter Table (Annexure-A) will be reckoned as on 01.01.2026.
Date of birth of candidates should be between the dates given below (both dates inclusive):
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S.N.
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Age Group
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Lower age limit as on 01.01.2026 (not born after)
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Upper age limit as on 01.01.2026 (Date of Birth not earlier than)
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For all communities/categories
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UR/EWS
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OBC-NCL
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SC/ST
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1
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18-33
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01.01.2008
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02.01.1993
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02.01.1990
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02.01.1988
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Examination fee :
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Sl.No.
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Candidate Categories
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Fee(Rs.)
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1
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For all candidates except the fee concession categories mentioned below at Sl. No. 2.
Out of this fee of Rs 500 an amount of Rs 400 shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges, on appearing in 1st Stage CBT.
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500
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2
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For PwBD / Female /Transgender/ Ex-Servicemen candidates and candidates belonging to SC/ST/Minority Communities/ Economically Backward Class.
This fee of Rs 250 shall be refunded duly deducting bank charges as applicable on appearing in 1st Stage CBT.
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250
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Modes of Payment of Fee :
a. ONLINE fee payment through internet banking or debit/credit cards or UPI will be accepted. All applicable service charges shall be borne by the candidate.
b. Fee can be paid by the candidates through ON LINE mode only. There will be no option to pay fee through any other mode.
c. Applications received without the prescribed fee shall not be considered and summarily rejected. No representation against such rejection will be entertained.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
(a) Candidates should apply only through online mode through the official websites of any RRBs. Candidates can apply to only one RRB and only one common online application (in order of preference for any or all the notified posts). The selection of RRB once exercised shall be final. Application to more than one RRB by a candidate will lead to rejection of all the applications.
(b) The recruitment process shall comprise of the following stages:
(i) 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-I)
(ii) 2nd Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-II)
(iii) Document Verification (DV)
(iv) Medical Examination (ME)
1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration : 90 minutes (120 Minutes for candidates who are eligible for use of a Scribe)
No. of Questions: 100
The 1st stage CBT is of screening nature and the standard of questions for the CBT will be generally in conformity with the educational standards and/or minimum technical qualifications prescribed for the posts. The normalized score of 1st stage exam shall be used only for short listing of candidates for 2nd stage exam as per their merit. Candidates who are shortlisted for 2nd stage CBT availing the reservation benefits of a community, PwBD and ExSM shall continue to be considered only against that community for all subsequent stages of recruitment process. The Questions will be of objective type with multiple choices and are likely to include questions pertaining to:
a. Mathematics:
Number system, BODMAS, Decimals, Fractions, LCM, HCF, Ratio and Proportion,Percentages, Mensuration, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest,Profit and Loss, Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics, Square root, Age Calculations, Calendar & Clock, Pipes & Cistern etc.
b. General Intelligence and Reasoning:
Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical operations, Relationships,Syllogism, Jumbling, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical reasoning, Classification, Directions, Statement – Arguments and Assumptions etc.
c. General Awareness:
Knowledge of Current affairs, Indian geography, culture and history of India including freedom struggle, Indian Polity and constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental issues concerning India and the World, Sports, General Scientific and technological developments etc.
d. General Science:
Physics, Chemistry and Life Sciences (up to 10th Standard CBSE syllabus).
The section wise Number of questions and marks are as below:
| Subjects |
No. of Questions |
Marks for each Section |
| CBT-I |
CBT-I |
| Mathematics |
30 |
30 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
25 |
25 |
| General Awareness |
15 |
15 |
| General Science |
30 |
30 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
| Time in Minutes |
90 |
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2nd Stage CBT:
Short listing of Candidates for the 2nd Stage CBT exam shall be based on the normalized marks obtained by them in the 1st Stage CBT Exam. Total number of candidates to be shortlisted for 2nd Stage shall be 15 times the community wise total vacancy of Posts notified against the RRB as per their merit in 1st Stage CBT. However, Railways reserve the right to increase/decrease this limit in total or for any specific category(s) as required to ensure availability of adequate candidates for all the notified posts.
Duration : 120 minutes (160 Minutes for candidates who are eligible for use of a Scribe)
No of Questions: 150
Syllabus: The Questions will be of objective type with multiple choices and are likely to include questions pertaining to General Awareness, Physics and Chemistry, Basics of Computers and Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control and Technical abilities for the post. The syllabus for General Awareness, Physics and Chemistry, Basics of Computers and Applications, Basics of Environment and Pollution Control is common for all notified posts under this CEN as detailed below:
a) General Awareness:
- Knowledge of Current affairs, Indian geography, culture and history of India including freedom struggle, Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental issues concerning India and the World, Sports, General Scientific and Technological Developments etc.
b) Physics and Chemistry: Up to 10th standard CBSE syllabus.
c) Basics of Computers and Applications:
- Architecture of Computers; input and Output devices; Storage devices, Networking, Operating System like Windows, Unix, Linux; MS Office; Various data representation; Internet and Email; Websites & Web Browsers; Computer Virus.
d) Basics of Environment and Pollution Control:
- Basics of Environment; Adverse effect of environmental pollution and control strategies; Air, water and Noise pollution, their effect and control; Waste Management, Global warming; Acid rain; Ozone depletion.
e) Technical Abilities:
- The educational qualifications mentioned against each post shown in Annexure-A, have been grouped into different exam groups as below. Questions on the Technical abilities will be framed in the syllabus defined for various Exam Groups given at Annexure-VII-A, B, C, D,& E.
The section wise Number of questions and marks are as below:
| Subjects |
No. of Questions |
Marks for each Section |
| CBT-II |
CBT-II |
| General Awareness |
15 |
15 |
| Physics & Chemistry |
15 |
15 |
| Basics of Computers and Applications |
10 |
10 |
| Basics of Environment and Pollution Control |
10 |
10 |
| Technical Abilities |
100 |
100 |
| Total |
150 |
150 |
| Time in Minutes |
120 |
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How to Apply :
a) Click on the Apply: (Create an Account / and already have an Account).
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16.1
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Candidates must read all the information and instructions given the detailed CEN carefully before filling the ONLINE application to prevent mistakes.
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16.2
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Create an Account
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16.2.1
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Create an Account with RRBs:
- Candidate must first create an account for this CEN by using the link provided on the official RRB websites listed at Para 24.0 (A) below. Candidates who have already created an account for previous RRB CENs should use the same login credentials to apply for this CEN as well using the link provided on the official websites of RRBs.
- A valid personal mobile number and active email ID are mandatory for receiving OTPs required during account creation.
- No changes will be allowed to the details entered in the “Create an Account” form later,including the mobile number and email ID.
- Therefore, candidates are strongly advised to enter all information carefully and accurately, as no corrections or modifications will be permitted after account creation.
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16.2.2
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Identity Authentication Advisory
- • Candidates are strongly advised, in their own interest, to authenticate their identity using
DigiLocker or Aadhaar during the “Create an Account” process.
- Doing so will facilitate a smoother and faster verification at various stages of the recruitment process.
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Please note that applicants who choose to verify their identity through alternate Photo IDs will be subject to significantly stricter and more detailed scrutiny at every stage of recruitment.
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16.3
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General Guidelines for submission of Online applications
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a) Candidates must use only the link provided on the official RRB websites for applying against this CEN. Please read all the information and instructions given in the detailed CEN carefully before filling up the ONLINE application.
b) Candidates must fill the ONLINE application form with correct information and re-check before submission.
c) Applicant will not be able to make any correction in the ONLINE application after submission of the application. (Except during application modification window on payment of extra fee)
d) Medium of Examination: Questions for CBTs will be available in English, Hindi and 13 regional Indian languages (viz., Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu). Accordingly, candidates must choose their medium of examination from any one amongst those listed in the ONLINE application form. CBTs questions will be displayed in the language opted and in English.
e) Order of Zone Preferences under chosen RRB: The candidate must provide order of Zone/Railway unit preference for the notified posts as applicable.
f) Multiple applications to different RRBs or same RRB, will lead to rejection of all the applications. Any attempt to submit more than one application by a candidate against this CEN shall result in disqualification and debarment from the recruitment process.
g) After submission of application, candidate will be directed to opt for the mode of payment of examination fee as explained in para 7.1 and complete the payment process.
IMPORTANT: Please be cautious about the genuineness of the mode of payment as well as Last Date for payment of Application fee payment for the submitted applications against this CEN. While making payment avoid unauthorised websites.
h) Finally, acceptance of ONLINE application will happen only after receiving confirmation of fee payment. The applicant will receive a confirmation on successful payment ONLINE through email & SMS.
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16.4
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Live Photo Capturing of the Candidate during Application
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Instructions for Capturing Live Photograph of the candidate During Application:
a) Candidates are not required to upload a pre-existing photograph while applying.
b) The application module is designed to capture a live photograph of the candidate at the time of filling up the application form.
c) Live photo may be captured by web cam or by front camera (screen side camera) of the mobile phone.
d) Ensure to Dress yourself in non-white clothing, preferably in dark colours, to maintain contrast with the background
e) For this purpose, the candidate must stand or sit in front of the camera when prompted by the application module and carefully follow the instructions below:
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• Ensure that the camera is positioned at eye level before capturing the photograph.
Position yourself directly in front of the camera and look straight ahead with a neutral expression.
Make sure your entire face is clearly visible and centered within the frame shown by the application module.
Ensure that your face is neither too close nor too far from the camera, and no part of the head or face is outside the delineated frame.
• Do not wear a cap, mask, or glasses/spectacles while capturing the photograph.
Candidates may preview their captured photo and retake it if they are not satisfied with the image, until their application is submitted
Applications with photographs that do not comply with these guidelines are liable to be rejected.
• The candidate’s appearance during the entire process of recruitment must match the photograph submitted with the application.
Important Note:
1. Candidates must not attempt to take a picture of a printed or digital pre-existing photograph. Any application where such an image is submitted will be summarily rejected.
2. Suitable relaxations are provided in the portal to the Persons with Benchmark Disabilities who may choose relevant options, as the case may be.
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16.5
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Mandatory scanned documents to be kept ready for uploading during the on-line application.
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The following need to be uploaded
1) Candidate Signature in JPG/JPEG format as per specifications given in the para 16.5.1 of this CEN.
2) SC/ST Certificate (For Candidates Requesting Free Train Travel Pass) in PDF format as per specification given in the CEN.
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16.5.1
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Candidate Signature: Candidates are required to upload scanned copy of their signature, as per the specifications given below:
• The signature must be written by the candidate only.
• Use a black ink pen on white paper.
The signature must be, in running handwriting (i.e., cursive/joined letters), NOT in BLOCK, CAPITAL, or DISJOINTED letters. The signature should be clear, legible, and entirely visible within the scanned area.
Specifications for signature:
• Scan the signed paper using a minimum resolution of 100 DPI.
• Image file format: JPG/JPEG only
• File size: Between 30 KB and 49 KB
• Image dimensions: Minimum 140 pixels (width) × 60 pixels (height)
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The scanned signature must be positioned within the designated scan box on the application form : Box size: 35 mm (width) × 20 mm (height).The signature image should be centered within this box
Grounds for Rejection of Online Applications Related to Signature:
Online applications and the candidature of the candidate for the CEN will be liable for rejection at any stage of recruitment process on the following signature-related grounds:
• Use of a non-white background
• Use of non-black ink for the signature
• Signature written in BLOCK or CAPITAL letters instead of running handwriting
• Poor resolution or unclear signature image
• Incomplete or partially visible signature
• Uploading an image other than the signature
• No signature (blank)
• Thumb impression in place of signature
• Signature of a person other than the applicant
Candidates must ensure that their signature image fully complies with the prescribed requirements to avoid rejection at any stage of the recruitment.
Important: The signature on the application must match with the signatures captured during:
• Examinations
• Document Verification (DV)
• Medical
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The scanned signature must be positioned within the designated scan box on the application form : Box size: 35 mm (width) × 20 mm (height).The signature image should be centered within this box
Grounds for Rejection of Online Applications Related to Signature:
Online applications and the candidature of the candidate for the CEN will be liable for rejection at any stage of recruitment process on the following signature-related grounds:
• Use of a non-white background
• Use of non-black ink for the signature
• Signature written in BLOCK or CAPITAL letters instead of running handwriting
• Poor resolution or unclear signature image
• Incomplete or partially visible signature
• Uploading an image other than the signature
• No signature (blank)
• Thumb impression in place of signature
• Signature of a person other than the applicant
Candidates must ensure that their signature image fully complies with the prescribed requirements to avoid rejection at any stage of the recruitment.
Important: The signature on the application must match with the signatures captured during:
• Examinations
• Document Verification (DV)
• Medical Examination (ME)
• Appointment
Note:- Some categories of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities whose disability prevents from signing are allowed to upload the scanned image of any one of the finger print as may be feasible in the following order:- Left hand thumb, Right hand thumb, any finger of hands, any finger of legs.
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Examination (ME)
• Appointment
Note:- Some categories of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities whose disability prevents from signing are allowed to upload the scanned image of any one of the finger print as may be feasible in the following order:- Left hand thumb, Right hand thumb, any finger of hands, any finger of legs.
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16.5.2
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SC/ST Certificate (For Candidates Requesting Free Train Travel Pass)
Candidates belonging to SC/ST categories who wish to avail free railway travel pass must upload a scanned copy of their SC/ST certificate with the following specifications:
- The document must be in PDF format only.
- File size should be less than 400 KB.
- The certificate must be legible, clear, and easily readable.
- It must be the latest and valid certificate as on the closing date of online application submission.
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16.6
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Assistance of Scribe
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i. Eligibility for Scribe Assistance
- Candidates with benchmark disabilities in the categories of Blindness, Locomotor Disability (Both Arms Affected - BA), and Cerebral Palsy are eligible for the assistance of a scribe, if so desired by the candidate. (please refer para 11.7.1)
- For other categories of benchmark disabilities, the facility of scribe will be allowed only upon production of a certificate from a Chief Medical Officer / Civil Surgeon / Medical Superintendent of a Government Health Care Institution, confirming that the candidate has a physical limitation to write and that a scribe is essential to write the examination on their behalf. (please refer para 11.7.2)
a) The certificate must be in the format given at Annexure V(G).
b) A Letter of Undertaking as per Annexure V(D) must also be submitted at the exam centre.
- Candidates with less than 40% disability (covered under Section 2(s) but not under Section 2(r) of the RPwD Act, 2016) and having difficulty in writing may also avail scribe assistance upon: (please refer para 11.7.3)
a) Submission of certificate as per Annexure V(E), and
b) Letter of Undertaking as per Annexure V(F) at the exam centre.
- One-eyed candidates and candidates whose visual disability is less than 40% are not considered visually impaired.
- • Scribe Eligible PwBD candidates must opt for scribe in their online application.
- • Candidates eligible for scribe will have to arrange for the scribe on their own at their own cost.
ii. Instructions for Candidates Opting for Scribe
• Scribe eligible PwBD Candidates should opt for the scribe in their online application
• Arrange for the scribe on their own at their own cost.
• Must ensure that their scribe is registered at rrbapply.gov.in
• Must log in to the application portal during the five-day window provided immediately after the Modification Window closes, to furnish scribe details and enter their scribe’s One-Time Registration (OTR) number. An OTP will be sent to the scribe’s registered mobile number. Candidates must enter this OTP to confirm the scribe.
Note: Before engaging any person as a scribe please read para 11.7.9 of the CEN to understand the conditions/qualifications applicable to scribe
iii. Registration for Scribes
• Any person engaged as a scribe by a scribe-eligible candidate must register on the RRB
portal at rrbapply.gov.in by navigating to the Home page → Scribe Registration
• Upon successful registration, an OTR number will be generated and sent to the scribe's registered mobile number.
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Courtesy: RRB
