Konkan Railway Recruitment 2024:- The Konkan Railway has announced recruitment for various positions, including Assistant Loco Pilot and Track Maintainer, among others. The official notification has been released, and the application process will commence on 16th September. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online until 6th October.
Konkan Railway Vacancy Details
A total of 190 positions are available:
- Senior Section Engineer: 5 positions
- Technician I/II: 15 positions
- Assistant Loco Pilot: 15 positions
- Track Maintainer: 35 positions
- Technician II: 20 positions
- Station Master: 10 positions
- Goods Train Manager: 5 positions
- Points Man: 60 positions
- ESTM-III: 15 positions
- Commercial Supervisor: 5 positions
Eligibility Criteria in Konkan Railway Recruitment 2024
The eligibility requirements vary by position:
- Senior Section Engineer: A 4-year engineering degree in the relevant field is required.
- Technician: Candidates must have passed 10th grade and hold an ITI certificate from a recognized institution.
- Assistant Loco Pilot: Candidates with a 10th pass and an ITI certificate are eligible.
- Track Maintainer: A 10th pass is required.
- Station Master, Commercial Supervisor, Goods Train Manager: Candidates must be graduates.
For more detailed information regarding eligibility, candidates are advised to refer to the official notification.
Konkan Railway Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is set between 18 to 36 years.
- SC/ST candidates receive a relaxation of 5 years.
- OBC candidates receive a 3-year relaxation.
- Ex-servicemen receive an age relaxation between 3 to 8 years, and
- PWD candidates receive a relaxation of 10 to 15 years.
- Konkan Railway employees with 3 years of service are eligible for a relaxation of 4 to 9 years.
Konkan Railway Recruitment 2024: Scales of Pay
The Konkan Railway Recruitment 2024 offers a range of positions across various departments with different pay scales according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Below is a summary of the pay levels, initial pay, and the grouping for the CBT examination: mpgovjobs
Key Highlights:
- Senior Section Engineers in Civil and Electrical departments hold a pay level of 7 with an initial pay of ₹44,900.
- Positions such as Station Master and Commercial Supervisor are in level 6 with an initial pay of ₹35,400.
- Goods Train Managers fall under level 5, with an initial pay of ₹29,200.
- Technical roles like Technician-III (Mechanical) and Technician-III (Electrical) are classified under pay level 2 with ₹19,900 as the starting pay.
- Basic level posts like Points Man and Track Maintainer – IV start at pay level 1 with ₹18,000 initial pay.
Selection Process of Konkan Railway Recruitment 2024
For Assistant Loco Pilot and Station Master, the selection process includes:
- CBT Exam
- Aptitude Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
For other positions, there will be no aptitude test. For Points Man and Track Maintainer, a Physical Efficiency Test will also be conducted.
CBT Qualifying Marks and Pattern for Konkan Railway Recruitment 2024
Qualifying Marks:
To qualify for the next stage of recruitment, candidates must meet the minimum qualifying marks, which vary based on the post and category. These marks are subject to change depending on the number of candidates securing the minimum required score. The specific marks are as follows:
- Group C (Pay Matrix Level 2, 5, 6, 7):
- UR & EWS: 50%
- OBC-NCL, SC & ST: 40%
Erstwhile Group D (Pay Matrix Level 1):
- UR & EWS: 40%
- OBC-NCL, SC & ST: 30%
Note: For Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), the required percentage may be reduced by 2%.
CBT Pattern and Syllabus:
1. Language of Examination:
- For posts such as Senior Section Engineer, Station Master, Technician, and Assistant Loco Pilot, the CBT will be conducted in Hindi and English.
- For Track Maintainer and Pointsman, the CBT will be available in English, Hindi, Marathi, Konkani, and Kannada. mpgovjobs
2. CBT for Senior Section Engineer (Civil & Electrical):
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Number of Questions: 100 (1 mark each)
- Section A (50 marks): General Science (10), Basic Mathematics (20), General Awareness & Reasoning (20)
- Section B (50 marks): Technical Ability (related to specific engineering discipline)
3. CBT for Station Master, Commercial Supervisor, and Goods Train Manager:
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Number of Questions: 100 (1 mark each)
- Section-wise Distribution: General Science (25), Basic Mathematics & Aptitude (35), General Awareness & Reasoning (40)
4. CBT for Technician-III (Electrical/Mechanical) and ESTM:
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Number of Questions: 100 (1 mark each)
- Section A (60 marks): General Science (15), Basic Mathematics (20), General Awareness & Reasoning (25)
- Section B (40 marks): Technical Ability (based on the specific trade)
5. CBT for Assistant Loco Pilot:
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Number of Questions: 100 (1 mark each)
- Section A (60 marks): General Science (15), Basic Mathematics (20), General Awareness & Reasoning (25)
- Section B (40 marks): Technical Ability (based on the specific trade)
6. CBT for Track Maintainer and Pointsman:
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Number of Questions: 100 (1 mark each)
- Section-wise Distribution: Basic Science (20), Basic Mathematics (30), General Awareness & Current Affairs (50)
Note: The above distribution is indicative. The actual exam may have minor variations in the question paper.
Syllabus Overview:
- General Science: Basic concepts from class X or XII standards.
- Basic Mathematics: Topics such as number systems, percentages, mensuration, time and distance, algebra, geometry, and statistics.
- General Awareness & Reasoning: Current events, geography, history, polity, technological developments, reasoning skills like puzzles, analogies, coding/decoding, and more.
- Technical Ability: Relevant to the specific engineering or trade disciplines associated with the job role.
How to Apply for Konkan Railway Recruitment 2024?
- Visit the official website at [https://konkanrailway.com/](https://konkanrailway.com/).
- Click on the Konkan Railway Recruitment link on the homepage.
- Enter the required information and fill out the application form.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- After submitting the application form, print a copy for your records.
Download Konkan Railway Vacancy Notification
