RRB Traffic Apprentice Recruitment 2019 | Job, Salary, Vacancy etc

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RRB Traffic Apprentice Recruitment | RRB has announced less than 30,000 vacancies this year. The candidates can start filling the RRB NTPC Application Form from 28th February 2019.

  • The total number of vacancies for RRB Traffic Apprentice Recruitment is around 1645
  • The position in RRB Traffic Apprentice is on the preference number 2 for candidates
  • The posts that come under Traffic Apprentice are Station Master, Section Controller, Traffic Inspectors, Yard Masters
  • The pay scale of RRB Traffic Apprentice lies in between 9300-34800

RRB Traffic Apprentice Recruitment: Highlights

The table given below expands on RRB Traffic Apprentice Recruitment 2019 main highlights. The important information in regard to the exam and TA are inside the table:

Name of the exam RRB NTPC
Conducting Body Railway Recruitment Board
Total Traffic Apprentice Vacancies around 1675
Application Form Filling stars on 28th February 2019
Exam Date Updated Soon
Mode of Application Online
Salary 9300-34800
Grade Pay 2800
Official Website www.indianrailways.gov.in

RRB NTPC Recruitment Notification

Exam Dates: RRB Traffic Apprentice

The following table has the important RRB NTPC Exam dates. All candidates must check:

Publication Date in RRB websites 28th February 2019
Online Registration Date starts 1st March 2019 (4.00 pm)
Closing date of online application 31st March 2019 (11.59 pm)
Last Date of Online Application Fee Payment:
a. Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI 5th April 2019 (11.59 pm))
b. SBI Challan 5th April 2019 (3.00 pm)
c. Post Office Challan 5th April 2019 (3.00 pm)
1st computer-based test (CBT-1) Tentatively scheduled between June-September 2019

RRB Traffic Apprentice Eligibility

The candidates who are planning to apply for the exam RRB Traffic Apprentice must meet the eligibility criteria for it. The RRB evaluate the eligibility of the candidate on the terms of Age-Limit, Qualification, Citizenship and Physical Fitness:

  • The minimum age of the candidate should be 18 years and maximum must be 30 years
  • Also, the age-relaxation for different categories vary
  • Secondly, the candidates should have a (bachelor’s) graduation degree from a recognized educational university
  • Even more, the candidates who are waiting for their results are not eligible to apply for the exam
  • Besides that, the candidates should have a considerate typing proficiency
  • Most importantly, there are chances that the preference can be in the court of experienced candidates

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RRB Traffic Apprentice Vacancy

The RRB Traffic Apprentice Vacancy details are given below. It is a piece of firm advice to all candidates that they must have a fair look at the important details:

  • The total RRB NTPC vacancies are less than 30,000
  • Secondly, the vacancies of RRB Traffic Apprentice are around 1645
  • The posts that come under the position of Traffic Apprentice are: Station Master, Section Controller, Traffic Inspectors, Yard Masters

The following is given is the approx vacancy number category-wise:

  • General- 874
  • OBC- 405
  • SC- 238
  • ST- 126

RRB Traffic Apprentice Salary

Below mentioned is the RRB Traffic Apprentice salary in the table:

Training Period 300 Days (Earlier 2 Years)
Salary During Training Grade Pay Rs. 2800/-
After Training Grade Pay Rs. 4200/-
1st Salary Rs. 40,000/- plus (Approx)
Bond 5 Years Bond

RRB Traffic Apprentice Syllabus

The syllabus of RRB Traffic Apprentice is given below in the table. The marking scheme is also there:

Section No. of Questions Max Marks
Arithmetic Ability 30 30
Reasoning & General Intelligence 30 30
General Awareness 30 30
General Science 30 30
Total 120 120

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RRB TA Job Profile

The posts that consist of RRB Traffic Apprentice are Station Master, Section Controller, Traffic Inspectors, Yard Masters

Job Profile

Operations and Transportation Department of the Indian Railways employ Traffic Apprentice (TA).

Once there is a decisive selection of candidate is there, a Traffic Apprentice has to go through the training period of 2 years. One can work as a Station Master/Yard Master/Guard while training also.

When the training period will end, one will either be in the position of a Station Master, Yard Master (now these positions have collaborated) or as a Section Controller

Shifts:

The shifts depend on which department the person is in.

As a traffic apprentice, it is possible that the person might have to work in shifts. So, it all depends on the work process in a specific field. Therefore, the person must be ready for all kinds of work environment and processes.

Work Load & Pressure:

The workload of TA is a little high because they have to manage several things and the responsibilities are strong. So, the person has to be well-managed himself and dutiful towards the work for the smooth running of various things.

With time, the person gets used to the work surroundings and culture. Most importantly, the person will get a lot to learn in this field. Eventually, the person enjoys their work.

  • The person needs to be on his feet
  • Secondly, the shift systems are available
  • Even more, the Operations Department of the Indian Railways handles and are responsible for the movement of the train, and facilitate the smooth working of railways.
  • This job can be stressful as one will always require to be on the toes (for example, one has to bullet down the train rules and regulations, also let other departments know in case of any modification of routes or emergency and so on)
  • Besides that, the person is not handling a team (any kind)
  • Also, the designation you are in decides the working hours
  • Moreover, the person should maintain good communication skills in order to communicate during the requirement

The Promotion:

The promotions in RRB Traffic Apprentice takes place as the process mentioned below:

  • Traffic Apprentice ==> Station Master ==> Station Superintendent
  • Traffic Apprentice ==> Station Controller ==> Chief Controller
  • The candidates can also appear for  Limited  Departmental  Competitive  Examination  (LDCE) to get promotion into Gazetted ranks (Group B) such as Assistant Operations Manager ==> Divisions Operation Manager

Work Benefits & Security

RRB Traffic Apprentice has numerous perks and benefits given by the govt. itself. Hence, the following points will expand on the benefits and security of this position:

  • First of all, the candidate will get Dearness Allowance on the total pay
  • Also, the candidate will get a house allowance
  • Moreover, the govt. will also provide transport allowance to the employee
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