RRB NTPC Graduate - CEN 05/2024 rules

RRB NTPC Graduate - CEN 05/2024

RRB NTPC Graduate - CEN 05/2024
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 files

In short

What is the photo size for RRB NTPC Graduate - CEN 05/2024?
Dimensions: 240 × 320 px; file size: 20–50 KB; format: JPEG; background: Plain, light.
What is the signature size for RRB NTPC Graduate - CEN 05/2024?
Dimensions: 140 × 60 px preferred; file size: 10–40 KB; format: JPEG.
Which files does the RRB NTPC Graduate - CEN 05/2024 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 NTPC Graduate - CEN 05/2024?
Railway Recruitment Boards, in its “CEN 05/2024 - NTPC Graduate”.

The files

  • Candidate photograph

    We prepare this file

    Applies when: All applicants

    Dimensions
    240 × 320 px
    File size
    20–50 KB
    Format
    JPEG
    Background
    Plain, light

    Uploaded candidate photograph; format: JPEG; file size: 20-50 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

    Dimensions
    140 × 60 px preferred
    File size
    10–40 KB
    Format
    JPEG

    JPG/JPEG; 10–40 KB; 100 DPI; preferred 50×20 mm / 140×60 px

  • 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 authority

    File size
    50–100 KB
    Format
    JPEG

    JPG/JPEG; 50–100 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

Official sourceVerified

We found this exam's own published instructions and encoded them directly.

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