What is the age relaxation available for reserved categories in CCRAS LDC recruitment?

CCRAS follows government norms for age relaxation. Candidates belonging to OBC, SC, and ST categories are generally eligible for relaxation in the upper age limit, with the exact number of years depending on the official notification. Additionally, relaxation is provided for Persons with Disabilities (PwD), ex-servicemen, and candidates who are central government employees, subject to the rules applicable to CCRAS. Always refer to the official CCRAS notification for the exact relaxation applicable to your category.

Are the number of attempts for the CCRAS LDC exam limited, or can I apply every year?

The CCRAS LDC recruitment does not specify a fixed limit on the number of attempts. As long as you meet the educational qualification, age limit, and other eligibility conditions mentioned in the notification, you can apply in each recruitment cycle. However, ensure that you are within the prescribed age bracket, including any applicable category-specific relaxation, before applying.

I have completed a diploma or a vocational course. Will it be considered equivalent to the required 12th pass for CCRAS LDC?

For CCRAS LDC, the minimum educational requirement is typically a pass in 12th standard (or equivalent) from a recognized board. A diploma or vocational course is not automatically considered equivalent unless it is recognized as such by the recruiting authority. If your qualification is not a regular 12th pass, it is advisable to check the official notification and, if in doubt, obtain an equivalence certificate from the relevant recognized board or authority before applying.

Can final-year 12th students apply for CCRAS LDC, or do I need to have completed my exam before applying?

Generally, you must have passed the 12th standard (or equivalent) on or before the closing date of the application window as specified in the official notification. Candidates who are appearing for their final 12th exams and do not have their results declared by that date are typically not eligible to apply. However, some recruitments allow provisional candidature if your result is declared before the document verification stage. Refer to the official CCRAS notification to confirm the exact cut-off date for educational qualification.

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Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Eligibility Criteria

CCRAS Lower Division Clerk (LDC) – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the CCRAS Lower Division Clerk (LDC) post must fulfill the following essential eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications, age limit, and technical typing skills.

1. Educational Qualification

Basic Qualification: Must have passed 12th Standard (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University.

2. Skill Test / Typing Standards

In addition to educational qualifications, candidates must possess the prescribed typing speed on a computer:

English Typing: Minimum 35 words per minute (w.p.m.)
OR Hindi Typing: Minimum 30 words per minute (w.p.m.)

(Note: 35 w.p.m. and 30 w.p.m. correspond to approximately 10,500 key depressions per hour (KDPH) and 9,000 KDPH respectively on an average of 5 key depressions for each word).

3. Age Limit & Relaxations

Age Limit (as on the crucial cutoff date)

Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 27 Years (for Unreserved / General category)

Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxation

Upper age limit relaxations are applicable as per Government of India rules:

Category	Age Relaxation Allowed
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	+3 Years (Up to 30 years)
SC / ST	+5 Years (Up to 32 years)
PwBD (Unreserved)	+10 Years (Up to 37 years)
PwBD (OBC)	+13 Years (Up to 40 years)
PwBD (SC / ST)	+15 Years (Up to 42 years)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	Service period + 3 years
Central Govt. Departmental Candidates	Up to 40 years of age

4. Nationality

A candidate must be either:

A Citizen of India, or
A subject of Nepal, or
A subject of Bhutan, or
A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India.

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