Eligibility Criteria for NRA CET (Expected) – Complete Guide

Eligibility Criteria for NRA CET: The National Recruitment Agency (NRA) will conduct the Common Eligibility Test (CET) for various Group B and Group C non-gazetted posts in SSC, Banking, and Railways. The exam will be held at three levels – 10th, 12th, and Graduate level to streamline recruitment for multiple government jobs.

If you are preparing for NRA CET, understanding the eligibility criteria is essential. In this article, we will cover:

✅ Educational Qualification

✅ Age Limit & Relaxation

✅ Nationality & Other Important Criteria

Let’s dive into the details!

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NRA CET Eligibility Criteria 2025 (Expected)

Since NRA CET is yet to be officially implemented, we have analyzed existing eligibility norms for SSC, IBPS, and RRB exams to provide you with a realistic expectation of the NRA CET eligibility criteria.

1. Nationality Criteria

To be eligible for NRA CET, a candidate must be:

• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling, or
• A Person of Indian Origin (PIO) who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

🔹 Note: Candidates falling under the Nepal, Bhutan, or PIO category must have an eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.

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2. NRA CET Age Limit (Expected)

The age limit for NRA CET will likely depend on the exam level and the specific government department you are applying for.

Exam Level	Minimum Age	Maximum Age (General)	Age Relaxation
10th Pass Level	18 years	23-25 years	As per category
12th Pass Level	18 years	27 years	As per category
Graduate Level	20 years	30 years	As per category

Category-wise Age Relaxation (Expected):

Candidates from reserved categories will likely get age relaxation as per government norms. Here’s what we can expect:

Category	Age Relaxation (Expected)
SC / ST	5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 years
PwD (General)	10 years
PwD (OBC)	13 years
PwD (SC/ST)	15 years
Ex-Servicemen	3 years (after deduction of military service)

🔹 Note: The actual age limit and relaxation may vary depending on the specific recruitment notifications under NRA CET.

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3. Educational Qualification for NRA CET (Expected)

The educational qualification will be different for each level of NRA CET:

NRA CET Level	Expected Qualification
10th Pass CET	Matriculation / Class 10th from a recognized board
12th Pass CET	Higher Secondary (Class 12th) from a recognized board
Graduate CET	A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university

🔹 Note: The minimum percentage requirement will likely depend on the specific recruitment rules of SSC, IBPS, and RRBs.

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Number of Attempts in NRA CET

One of the most significant advantages of NRA CET is that there is no limit on the number of attempts! However, candidates must adhere to the maximum age limit as per their category.

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Physical Standards for NRA CET (For Certain Posts)

For some posts under SSC, Railways, and Defence-related jobs, physical standards and medical fitness will be required. The details will be mentioned in the final recruitment notifications.

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Final Words – Who Can Apply for NRA CET?

✔ If you are preparing for SSC, Banking, or Railways, then NRA CET will be your first screening test.

✔ Candidates from any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts) can apply based on their eligibility.

✔ There are no restrictions on attempts, making it more flexible.

✔ The age limit, reservation policies, and relaxation benefits will be similar to existing government exam norms.

With NRA CET, the government aims to simplify the recruitment process while ensuring fairness, transparency, and efficiency.

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FAQs on NRA CET Eligibility

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