The eligibility criteria for the Railway Ministerial and Isolated Categories Exam include factors like age, educational qualifications, and nationality. These criteria may vary slightly depending on the specific post. Below is a detailed overview:

1. Nationality

Candidates must be:

• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, intending to settle permanently, or
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, etc.), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam intending to settle permanently in India.

2. Age Limit

• The general age limit is between 18 to 33 years for most posts.

Age Relaxation (as per government norms):

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years (15 years for SC/ST and 13 years for OBC)
• Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation based on service rendered in defense plus 3 years.

3. Educational Qualifications

Educational qualifications vary by post. Below are examples for some key posts:

4. Medical Standards

• Candidates must pass the prescribed medical fitness test for the specific post.
• Vision and physical standards vary according to the nature of the job (e.g., teaching roles may have less stringent requirements than clerical or stenographer roles).

5. Additional Criteria

• Language Proficiency: Candidates applying for posts like Junior Translator or Stenographer should demonstrate proficiency in English and/or Hindi as required by the post.
• Skill Tests: For posts like Stenographer, candidates must pass a Stenography Skill Test in addition to the written test.

Key Points

• Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria as of the cut-off date mentioned in the notification.
• Failing to produce relevant documents (certificates, proof of age, educational qualifications, etc.) during the document verification phase will lead to disqualification.