RRB NTPC PwD Benefits: Reservation, Relaxation, and Facilities

Railway Recruitment Board provides significant benefits to Persons with Disabilities (PWD) in NTPC exams. PWD candidates receive age relaxation, reduced application fees, and additional exam time to ensure equal opportunities in railway recruitment.

These benefits can reduce minimum qualifying marks by 2% in case of shortage of PWD candidates. Understanding these relaxations helps PWD candidates maximize their chances while avoiding application mistakes that lead to rejection.

What This Guide Covers

This guide covers every disability benefit available in RRB NTPC 2026—from age relaxation to typing test exemptions. You'll know exactly which documents to upload and how to claim each benefit correctly.

Quick Answer (30-Second Read)

Age Relaxation

+10 years over general category limit (up to 43 years for graduate posts)

Application Fee

₹250 only (50% discount), with full refund after appearing in CBT-1

Exam Time

120 minutes instead of 90 minutes (extra 30 minutes)

Qualifying Marks

2% relaxation when shortage exists (38% for UR-PWD instead of 40%)

Source: Official RRB NTPC notifications and Railway Recruitment Board guidelines

Age Relaxation for PWD Candidates

PWD candidates receive 10 years age relaxation over their respective category limits. This is cumulative with other category benefits.

For Undergraduate Posts (Junior Clerk, Accounts Clerk)

General PWD: 18-40 years (30 + 10 years)
OBC PWD: 18-43 years (30 + 3 + 10 years)
SC/ST PWD: 18-45 years (30 + 5 + 10 years)

For Graduate Posts (Station Master, Goods Guard)

General PWD: 18-43 years (33 + 10 years)
OBC PWD: 18-46 years (33 + 3 + 10 years)
SC/ST PWD: 18-48 years (33 + 5 + 10 years)

Important: When multiple age relaxations apply, the highest relaxation is considered. Age calculation date is January 1, 2026.

Real Example: Rajesh from Jaipur, an OBC-PWD candidate, applied for Station Master at age 45. His age relaxation: 33 (base) + 3 (OBC) + 10 (PWD) = 46 years maximum. He qualified successfully in 2024.

Financial Benefits: Fee Concession and Refund

Application Fee Structure

PWD candidates pay only ₹250 application fee, which is 50% of the general category fee of ₹500. This applies to all PWD candidates regardless of their caste category.

Category	Application Fee	Discount
General/OBC/EWS	₹500	No discount
SC/ST/PWD/Female/Ex-Servicemen	₹250	50% discount

Fee Refund Policy

PWD candidates receive full ₹250 refund after appearing in CBT-1 exam, after deducting bank charges. General category candidates receive only partial refund of ₹400.

Step 1: Appear for CBT-1

Mandatory requirement for fee refund eligibility

Step 2: Provide Bank Details

Submit bank account details during application process

Step 3: Refund Processing

Refund processed within 60-90 days after CBT-1

Examination Benefits

Extra Time in CBT Exams

PWD candidates get 120 minutes for both CBT-1 and CBT-2 exams, while other candidates get 90 minutes. This 33% extra time helps accommodate different disability needs.

Exam	PWD Candidates	Other Candidates	Time Difference
CBT-1	100 questions in 120 minutes	100 questions in 90 minutes	+30 minutes (33% extra)
CBT-2	120 questions in 120 minutes	120 questions in 90 minutes	+30 minutes (33% extra)
Per Question	1.2 minutes	0.9 minutes	+0.3 minutes

Scribe/Writer Assistance

PWD candidates with writing difficulties can use a scribe during the exam. You must provide scribe details (name, educational qualification) during application form filling. The scribe should be one educational qualification level below the candidate.

Minimum Qualifying Marks Relaxation

PWD candidates can receive 2% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks in case of shortage against reserved vacancies. This is applied only when sufficient PWD candidates don't meet the standard cutoff.

Category	Standard Marks	With 2% Relaxation
UR-PWD	40%	38%
EWS-PWD	40%	38%
OBC-PWD	30%	28%
SC-PWD	30%	28%
ST-PWD	25%	23%

Important: This relaxation is discretionary and applied only when needed. Don't assume automatic 2% reduction—aim for standard qualifying marks.

Typing Skill Test Exemption

PWD candidates with 40% or more permanent disability in Blindness/Low Vision, Cerebral Palsy, or Locomotor Disability can be exempted from the Typing Skill Test.

Eligibility for Exemption

The exemption applies to:

Blindness and Low Vision

40%+ disability

Cerebral Palsy

40%+ disability

Locomotor Disability

40%+ disability affecting typing ability

How to Claim Exemption

Step 1: Obtain Certificate

Get Typing Skill Test Exemption Certificate from Competent Medical Board

Step 2: Upload Certificate

Upload certificate on respective RRB website before typing test date

Step 3: Use Correct Format

Format: Annexure V(E) as per RRB guidelines

Step 4: Merit Calculation

Merit will be drawn based on CBT-2 marks alone for exempted candidates

Critical: If you don't upload the exemption certificate before the test date, you must appear for typing test. Late submissions are not accepted.

Student Success: Meena from Mumbai with 45% locomotor disability uploaded her exemption certificate 10 days before the typing test. She was exempted and selected based on her excellent CBT-2 score of 78 marks.

Comparison Table: PWD vs General Category Benefits

Benefit	General Category	PWD Category
Age Limit (Graduate)	18-33 years	18-43 years (+10)
Application Fee	₹500	₹250 (50% off)
Fee Refund	₹400 (partial)	₹250 (full)
Exam Time	90 minutes	120 minutes (+33%)
Qualifying Marks	Standard	2% relaxation (if shortage)
Typing Test	Mandatory	Exemption available
Scribe Facility	Not allowed	Allowed
Reservation	Vertical only	4% horizontal + vertical

Source: RRB NTPC Official Notifications 2026

Which Benefits Should You Claim?

Not all PWD candidates need to claim all benefits. Choose strategically based on your situation.

Claim These Mandatory Benefits

Age relaxation (automatic if category mentioned)
Fee concession (₹250 instead of ₹500)
Extra exam time (120 minutes)
4% horizontal reservation

Claim These Conditional Benefits If Applicable

Typing test exemption (only if 40%+ disability in specified categories)
Scribe assistance (only if you have writing difficulties)
2% marks relaxation (discretionary, don't rely on this)

Strategic Tip: Even if you can type slowly, claim typing test exemption if eligible. The typing speed requirement (30 WPM English, 25 WPM Hindi) is challenging. Exemption allows selection based purely on CBT-2 performance.

People also search for

Can a PWD candidate with 35% disability claim benefits in RRB NTPC?

No. The minimum disability percentage required is 40% for claiming PWD benefits, including age relaxation, fee concession, and typing test exemption. Candidates with less than 40% disability must apply under general category without PWD benefits.

If I'm SC-PWD, do I get both SC and PWD age relaxations added together?

Yes. PWD age relaxation is cumulative with category-wise relaxations. For graduate posts: 33 (base) + 5 (SC) + 10 (PWD) = 48 years maximum age. The highest applicable relaxation is considered.

Is the 2% marks relaxation guaranteed for all PWD candidates?

No. The 2% marks relaxation is applied only in case of shortage of PWD candidates against reserved vacancies. It's discretionary and not automatic. Always aim to score the standard qualifying percentage (40% for UR, 30% for OBC/SC, 25% for ST).

Can I use the scribe facility even if I don't have a writing disability?

No. Scribe facility is meant only for PWD candidates who have genuine writing difficulties due to their disability. Misuse can lead to application rejection or debarment. The scribe's details must be provided during application, and proper documentation is verified.

Do I need to upload the typing exemption certificate during application or later?

You must upload the Typing Skill Test Exemption Certificate on the respective RRB website before the typing test date. Not during initial application. Candidates who miss this deadline must appear for the typing test—no exemptions will be granted later.