RRB Level-1 Posts - CEN 08/2024 rules
RRB Level-1 Posts - CEN 08/2024
The upload rules, as published.
Set by Railway Recruitment Boards. Every file the notice asks for, its size and format, what gets it rejected, and where each rule came from. Where the notice used particular wording, it is quoted.
Prepare these filesIn short
- What is the photo size for RRB Level-1 Posts - CEN 08/2024?
- Dimensions: 240 × 320 px; file size: 50–100 KB; format: JPEG; background: Plain, light.
- What is the signature size for RRB Level-1 Posts - CEN 08/2024?
- File size: 30–50 KB; format: JPEG.
- Which files does the RRB Level-1 Posts - CEN 08/2024 application ask you to upload?
- Candidate photograph, Candidate signature. 2 more apply only to some candidates, and are listed below.
- Who sets the upload rules for RRB Level-1 Posts - CEN 08/2024?
- Railway Recruitment Boards, in its “CEN No. 08/2024 - Level 1 Posts”.
The files
Candidate photograph
We prepare this file
Applies when: All applicants
- Dimensions
- 240 × 320 px
- File size
- 50–100 KB
- Format
- JPEG
- Background
- Plain, light
Uploaded candidate photograph; format: JPEG; file size: 50-100 KB; dimensions: 320 x 240 px; 100 dpi; background: white or light colour; face coverage: at least 50%; recency: within 60 days.
Published reasons for rejection
- Non-frontal or side-facing pose can fail the stated requirement.
- Eyes must be visible/open as stated.
- Spectacle glare, dark or coloured glasses can make the photograph unacceptable.
- Caps/hats are restricted; any permitted religious covering must leave required facial features visible.
Candidate signature
We prepare this file
Applies when: All applicants
- File size
- 30–50 KB
- Format
- JPEG
JPEG; 30–50 KB
Aadhaar authentication or alternative identity details
Follow the official instructions
Applies when: All applicants
Complete Aadhaar-based authentication where offered, or provide the permitted alternative identity details under the applicable CEN.
SC/ST certificate for free rail travel authority
We prepare this file
Applies when: SC/ST candidates seeking free travel pass
- File size
- up to 500 KB
PDF; less than 500 KB
How you should look in the photograph
Caps and head coverings Not allowed
Your face must be fully visible.
The notice: “without cap”
Text on the photograph Not allowed
No name, date or watermark printed on the image.
Spectacles Conditions apply
Permitted only without glare/reflections and with eyes clearly visible.
The notice: “no glare/reflections”
Expression Conditions apply
Natural expression; no grinning, frowning or raised eyebrows.
The notice: “no grinning”
How recent Required
Taken within the last 60 days — about 2 months.
Colour Required
A colour photograph — black and white will not be accepted.
Eyes Required
Both eyes open and clearly visible.
Pose Required
Face the camera straight on — no side or three-quarter angle.
Where these rules came from
We found this exam's own published instructions and encoded them directly.
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