Commercial Apprentice (CA): This is our second article on RRB NTPC Job Profiles. In the previous one, we discussed about Assistant Station Master Job Profile, Career Opportunities and Perks. Here, we talk about Commercial Apprentice (CA), another valuable post in the Railways RRB Non-Technical cadre. The objective of this article is to inform RRB aspirants regarding the duties and career opportunities of Commercial Apprentice (CA) working in the Indian Railways.
How to get recruited by RRB for the post of Commercial Apprentice (CA) ?
Similar to other RRB Non-Technical Posts, A written test is conducted, namely, RRB Non-Technical Examination. It is an objective test with 4 major sections, which are
- Numerical Ability and Quantitative Aptitude
- General Awareness
- General Science
- Reasoning and Artificial Intelligence
The total marks are 100. To get information in detail about RRB Commercial Apprentice Written Exam, refer to the link below.
Railway Commercial Apprentice (CA) Job Description
The post of commercial apprentice guarantees a learning experience. After you crack RRB NTPC Recruitment Exam and your documents are verified, you are hired as a Commercial Apprentice.
The job profile of railways commercial apprentice is quite versatile. Since they have to supervise multiple clerical tasks, they go through a 2-year training programme. They are provided professional training in a number of commercial departments, like
- Packaging and Goods
- Commercial Goods
- Catering
- Commercial Inspection
- Parcel Management
They need to be proficient in both clerical and supervising tasks. After the end of this 2 year training, they are posted in various departments of the Indian Railway System as Commercial, Parcel or Goods Clerk, or Commercial Inspector. Being a government job, there are fixed hours which every railway commercial apprentice has to punch in. The job profile demands a lot of enthusiasm and presence of mind.
Railway Commercial Apprentice (CA) Salary and Perks
The pay scale is quite decent. Apart from the regular pay, a commercial apprentice is also rewarded Dearness Allowance (DA) and Transport Allowance (TA).
He/ She is eligible for House Rent Allowance (HRA) if the authorities are not able to provide with accommodation in government quarters.
- Pay Scale: Rs. 9,300 – 34,800
- Grade Pay: Rs. 4,200
Railway Commercial Apprentice (CA) Career and Future Growth
The initial level will be challenging. As a Commercial Apprentice (CA) working for the Indian Railways, you will be put through a number of tests during training period. This helps determine the most suitable department among catering, inspection, goods, commercial and parcel.
The training ends after 2 years and you start your professional career as a Chief Commercial Clerk. The general pattern of Railways Commercial Apprentice Career Promotion is
- Commercial Apprentice
- Assistant Commercial Manager
- Divisional Commercial Manager
- Senior Divisional Commercial Manager
You get promoted only after you put a minimum set of years into your job and perform well throughout.
Commercial Apprentice (CA) RRB NTPC Job Vacancies 2016
The total number of job vacancies for Railways Commercial Apprentice (CA) under RRB Non-Technical Recruitment 2016 are 703. The candidates will be recruited depending on the zonal RRB they applied to and the category of the candidate.
Please refer to the table below to know the available number of job vacancies for Railways CA Post.
| Zonal RRB | Number of Job Vacancies |
| Ahmedabad | 29 |
| Allahabad | 20 |
| Ajmer | 16 |
| Bangalore | 32 |
| Bhopal | 32 |
| Bhubaneswar |
9 |
| Bilaspur | 26 |
| Chennai | 105 |
| Gorakhpur | 62 |
| Kolkata | 82 |
| Malda | 24 |
| Mumbai | 129 |
| Secunderabad | 97 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 74 |
| Total | 703 |
This was our detailed account on the career of a Railway Commercial Apprentice (CA). To read about Assistant Station Master (ASM) Job Profile, click here.
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I have applied through RRB Bangalore.. Then does this mean that I’ll be joining in Bangalore or something else?
Yes, if you qualify all the stages under the recruitment process then you will be posted within that RRB zone only.
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Sir,I need a help.I apply Rrb Chennai division for the post of commercial apprentice .but my application was rejected for the reason I apply two times in same post.bcoz first time my mail I’d was wrong.so I apply second time with correct I’d.I don’t know two times apply it will reject.now I reappeal to Rrb Chennai with reason.there is any chance to selection to Rrb exam.kindly reply fast bcoz reappeal last date 16-02-2016.pls help me.
I have applied for commercial apprentice so i request you to guide me to succeed the exam.
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rrb bangalore region admit card is available or not..because still m not getting.plz reply
Sir what is the aspected cut off mark for the post CA in rrb mumbai for UR category
I have seen in some comments that the promotion period of Chief Commercial Clerk to GP 4600 is almost 10 years, is this true?
What would be in-hand salary of a CA or TA? (i.e. payscale 9300 – 34800; GP 4200)
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How to change zone i have got 90.082 score i eant to change zone at this stage plz guide
how much salary i get in starting in ca in railway with 7th pay commission
It will vary for each post as per the grade pay and payband. The increment will be implemented on the basic salary.
i have chose commercial apprentice as first choice.can i change this to assistant station master when i got selected?