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Content

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1. Object ive ...... 3

2. Scope 3

3. App licabil ity . 3

4. Status of apti tude test ... 3

5. Apti tude tests to be used in recrui tment ... 4

6. Adminis tration of aptitude testing programme ... 4

7. Applic ation of norms and standards in evaluation of aptitude tests 16

8. Appeals against aptitude tests results ... 17

Annex ure


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PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION OF APTITUDE TESTS IN RECRUITMENTTO SAFETY CATEGORIES OF STAFF ON INDIAN RAILWAYS

1. OBJECTIVE

1.1 In terms of Boards letter No.E. (RRB)/2003/25/7, dated 04/06/2003,

21.3.2005 and 9.6.2005 (annexed), aptitude tests are prescribed for

recruitment to identified categories of posts with a view to improve quality of

personnel and operational safety. These tests aim at matching of employees

with requirements of respective jobs in terms of basic skills, aptitudes and

personality dispositions. This procedure aims at outlining the responsibility of

various agencies involved in aptitude testing, viz., Railway Recruitment

Boards, Zonal Railways, RDSO and Railway Recruitment Control Board.

2. SCOPE

2.1 The aptitude tests are applicable in direct recruitment of following categories

of staff -

i) Assistant Station Master

ii) Assistant Loco Pilot (Diesel/Electric)

iii) Motorman (EMU/MEMU/DMU)

3. APPLICABILITY3.1 Aptitude tests shall be applicable to those candidates who qualify in the

written tests conducted by Railway Recruitment Boards or the Zonal Railways

against direct recruitment quota.

4. STATUS OF APTITUDE TESTS

4.1 The aptitude test shall be qualifying in nature i.e., only those candidates

who secure minimum stipulated grades in each test shall be declared suitable

for empanelment.

4.2 The marks obtained in written test would be added to the marks obtained in

Aptitude test to prepare a combined merit list, in which maximum marks

would be 100. The ratio of written test marks to apt itude test marks

shall be 70:30.


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5. APTITUDE TESTS TO BE USED IN RECRUITMENT

5.1 The Aptitude test batteries standardised by RDSO for respective categories

shall be used in recruitments. RDSO may replace a test battery in part or full,

for any category mentioned in Para 2.1 as a continuous process and when

considered necessary.

6. ADMINISTRATION OF APTITUDE TESTING PROGRAMME

6.1 The responsibility of administering Aptitude tests and their evaluation shall

rest primarily with the Psycho-Technical Units attached to Chief Operations

Manager/SAG officer nominated by COM of the concerned Zonal Railway in co-

ordination with the Railway Recruitment Board. The aptitude tests shall be

conducted by two SSOs/JSOs associating two officers nominated by ChiefOperations Manager. In addition, Chief Personnel Officer shall also nominate

one JA Grade Officer who shall witness opening and sealing of test papers

prior to and after test administration, drawing of lottery of test packs to be

used in particular session/day and collect duplicate answer sheets for onward

transmission to Railway Recruitment Control Board (RRCB).

6.2 Role of Railway Recruitment Boards shall be limited to drawing up the

programme of testing in consultation with the Psycho-Technical Units of the

Zonal Railway and providing facilities and assistance for efficient and smooth

conduct of testing programme.

6.3 Role of RDSO shall be confined to provide necessary tests as per category and

manuals available, periodic monitoring of testing, training of personnel

connected with testing and follow-up research.

6.4 The sequence of activities involved in application of Aptitude tests and specific

functions and responsibilities of various agencies in the process are indicated

in paras 6.4.1 and 6.4.2.

6.4.1 Sequence of Activities

i) On finalisation of results of written examination, the Chairman/RRB will

draw a tentative programme for Aptitude testing and approach concerned

Chief Operations Manager/SAG officer nominated by COM for

confirmation of dates.


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ii) The Chief Operations Manager/SAG officer nominated by COM after

reviewing the other commitments of his/her SSO/JSO will accept the

dates or suggest alternative dates for holding the Aptitude tests. He will

also nominate two officers from Traffic/Mechanical/Electrical Departmentsto serve on the Committee for the conduct of Aptitude tests. Chief

Operations Manager/SAG officer nominated by COM shall also nominate

one officer to associate in processing of aptitude test results.

iii) The SSO/JSO will inform RDSO as soon as the dates of testing are

finalised giving details of candidates called in each session, total

number of candidates, number of venues and exact days of testing

(PSF 0106). Minimum one months notice is necessary for preparation of

the test material.

iv) SSO/JSO or his nominee along with a representative of RRB shall collect

the test papers and answer sheets from RDSO only one week prior to the

date of testing (PSF 0105). Till such time test package is opened as per

procedure and test material are given in custody of SSO/JSO, material will

be deemed to be in possession of RRB. SSO/JSO are required to ensure

that following have been issued:

a) Test Packs (TP)

Test Pack contains 20 booklets each of any 2 or more forms of the 5/6

tests constituting the battery. This pack also contains a content slip in

duplicate giving the details of the material. Each packet is assigned a code

number, which is written on it. In addition to normal test packs, one extra

packet marked Emergency Test Pack shall be given to meet out the

emergencies. Packets are sealed under facsimile of the signature of In-

charge of the Test material/RDSO. A sample of this facsimile will be given

along with the test material. The number of Test Packs issued will depend

on the duration of testing (days/sessions). If tests are scheduled for one

day, the number of packets will be 2 without emergency packet. The packet

that emerges in lottery will be used in both sessions, if required. A packet

can not be used for more than six sessions. Different test packets consist

of different test forms. Unused/emergency packets should be used for

further exams. In case tests are scheduled to be held simultaneously on

more than one venue, separate Test Packs shall be issued for each venue.


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b) Test Slip Envelopes (TSE)

These envelopes contain a Slip with code number of Test Pack. For

deciding which Test Packets shall be used on a particular day/session,

Chief Test Administrator is given a set of Test Slip Envelopes, withA,B,C,D alphabets inscribed on it and venue for the testing, in case the

tests are being organized at more than one location. The packet to be

used will be decided on the basis of lottery for each session of a day.

c) Assorted Material Envelope

This envelope contains assortment of various forms and accessories

needed for testing, viz. Test Slip Envelops, Daily Report Form (PSF

0053), Record of handing over/taking over of used/duplicate OMR

sheets (PSF 0070), Check list of activities (PSC 0073), Cancellation Form

PSF 0039), Record Form of opening/resealing the test material (PSF

0069), details of candidates filled Test Id/Code No. wrongly (PSF 0109),

Report on aptitude testing (PSF 0104), paper seals, etc.

d) OMR Answer Sheets

The OMR answer sheets relevant to the category for which the tests are

being organised shall be issued in required quantity.

e) Issue Note

An Issue Note giving complete details of the material issued for the

information of JA Grade coordinating officer (PSF 0105).

v) The SSO/JSO will normally report to Chairman/RRB one day before the

scheduled date of examination. He shall also visit the venue and satisfy

himself that it is as per the technical requirements.

vi) Storage of test papers The test material received from RDSO shall be

stored in the premises of RRB under lock & key till such time its charge

is taken over by the nominated JA Grade Officer and SSO/JSO. The

charge of the material will be taken over by SSO/JSO as per issue note

in the presence of JA Grade officer and sealed under the signature of

SSO/JSO, Committee Members and or the JA Grade Officer. If any

discrepancy noticed in test material and issue note, it should

immediately be advised to RDSO. A log book record will be kept by the

RRB regarding opening/closing of lock at RRB premises.


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vii) On the day of testing the nominated JA Grade officer after satisfying

himself that all test material is in a sealed condition shall pick up any

two Tests Slip Envelops in the presence of SSO/JSO and Committee

Members for deciding the Test Pack to be used on that day/session. The

SSO/JSO will paste the Test Slip in the space provided on (PSF 0053)

and get it signed with date by JAG Officer. The assorted material pack

and required number of OMR sheets shall also be taken along with the

Test Pack.

viii) At the venue the Test Pack shall be opened by SSO/JSO in the presence

of Committee Members and its contents tallied with the packed material

and after verifications of the material, a copy of the content slip duly

signed by Chief Test Administrator and Committee Members shall be

attached to Daily Report Form (DRF). The second copy of the content slip

shall be packed along with the test material in the Test Pack, in case any

discrepancy is noticed, the same must be advised immediately to RDSO

and that Test Pack should not be used till further advice. In the mean

time Emergency Pack can be used for testing. In case same test pack is

used by virtue of lottery, the content will be tallied again.

ix) The verification of candidature of candidates is the sole responsibility of

RRB officials.

x) The OMR sheets as per number of candidates present will be drawn andhanded over to invigilators for distribution. They are required to verify

the Roll Number and put signature on the OMR sheet in the space

provided.

xi) Minimum 2 or more forms of each test will be used in a testing session.

The booklets should be distributed to the candidates in such a way that

two adjoining candidates do not get the same test form. None of the

officer/member should go through the contents of the test booklets

during the testing session. The number of booklets taken out should be

equal to the number of candidates. All un-distributed booklets should be

kept under lock and key. The details of the booklets, which are cancelled

in the examination hall, shall be entered in the cancellation form (PSF

0039). Immediately after completion of a particular test, its booklets

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cancelled Booklets. After the testing session is over, booklets of all the

tests shall be re-packed/sealed in its original envelope/wrapper or in a

fresh cloth-lined envelope (if the earlier one is spoiled) and the original

code number of the Test Pack recorded on it.

xii) The tests will be administered by theSSO/J SO as per the guideli nes

provided by RDSO. In a day, 300 candidates, split in two batches of not

more than 150 candidates each, may be put to Aptitude tests. Atleast

one invigilator on 15 candidates shall be provided for smooth

administration of test.

xiii) Candidates should clearly be informed/instructed at the venue to fill

Test Id/Test Codevery carefully.

xiv) As soon as the tests for first session are over, the duplicate carbon-less

answer sheets shall be separated from the main sheet by the Invigilators.

The two sets of sheets shall be packed in separate envelopes and sealed

using paper-seals bearing signatures of all the members of the

Committee. Responsibility to ensure the exact number of OMR sheets

tallying with the number of candidates present in packed envelopes lies

with SSO/JSO and Committee Members.

xv) Candidate, who entered wrong Test Id/Test Code on the OMR sheet, his/her

candidature will be treated as outrightly rejected, though he/she will be allowed to

complete remaining tests. OMR sheets of such candidates will not be detached from

original one and will not be processed. These OMR sheets will be retained by SSO/JSO

in sealed envelope along with PSF 0109 till due for destruction as per rule. An

acknowledgement attaching a xerox copy of PSF 0109 in this respect shall be given to

Chairman/RRB. This condition should specifically be mentioned in the call letter issued

by RRB to candidates.

xvi) The original OMR answer sheets shall be handed over to Chairman/RRB

for coding on day-to-day basis. The sealed envelop containing duplicate

answer sheets shall be handed over to JA Grade coordinating officer on

the same day.xvii) The receipt of handover/taking over back of OMR sheet shall be taken

on prescribed (PSF 0070) proforma on day to day basis.

xviii)The coded answer sheets shall be returned to SSO/JSO, preferably the

next day under the seal of Chairman/RRB. The Chairman shall also get

the code number filled/marked in appropriate grid of OMR sheet by

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scanning at the time of processing of results. The code numbers allotted

by Chairman/RRB shall be in an unbroken series. No slips/stickers or

bar code should be pasted on OMR sheets.

xix) RDSO may depute their representative during testing for quality audit

of Aptitude testing programme.

xx) Results of Aptitude tests will normally be processed on the OMRs

installed at the Zonal Railways. In case OMR scanning machine is

somehow not functional processing shall be done at the adjoining Zonal

railways or at RDSO that only with the approval of competent authorities

i.e. COM/nominated SAG or ED/Director Psycho-Technical Dte., RDSO

as an exceptional case.

xxi) On reaching Headquarters, the SSO/JSO will request the ChiefOperations Manager/SAG officer nominated by COM for nominating an

officer to associate in processing of results.

xxii) The processing of results shall be finalised within a week from the last

day of the testing.

xxiii) At the time of processing of results, the answer sheets shall be opened in

the presence of Committee member who shall ensure that seals on the

packets are intact. The sheets will be detached and scanned packet-

wise. The SSO/JSO shall randomly check correctness of five to six

scanned sheets by tallying the marked responses with the data file. Use

of correct 'Application' for scanning the OMR sheets shall be ensured by

concerned SSO/JSO.

xxiv) Before processing the data file the backup of the same will be made.

xxv) The SSO/JSO must examine the marks file for any uneven or abnormal

distribution of marks in each test. In case any discrepancy is noticed

they shall immediately get in touch with RDSO for further instructions.

xxvi) After processing of results the answer sheets will be sealed bearing

signatures of Committee members and concerned SSO/JSO. The used

sheets shall be kept in a secure place till these are due for destruction as

per procedure.

xxvii)The print-out of results shall be taken in two copies. Each page of the

result sheet shall be signed by the members of the Committee. The

results will be put up to Chief Operations Manager/SAG officer

nominated by COM under whom CTA is working for his information and


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administrative approval indicating the number of candidates tested, pass

percentage, etc. Any problem encountered in the course of testing or

suggestions may also be brought to the knowledge of Chief Operations

Manager/SAG officer nominated by COM.

xxviii)One copy of the result along with soft copy on CD will be sent to

Chairman/RRB in a sealed cover by Speed Post/Courier/By hand

through authorised representative of Chairman and the other copy (hard

& soft) will be kept for record by SSO/JSO for a period of 5 years in

sealed condition signed by committee member and psychologist. After

this period these may be destroyed by taking permission from the

competent authority. A log sheet of results shall also be maintained. Asoft copy of the data and marks file will be sent to RDSO by email

(irptdte.gamil.com) within maximum 3 days after finalization of

the result for norming exercises, follow-up research and examining

the pattern of scores, pass percentage, etc. and post investigation

on need basis.

xxix)The Chairman/RRB shall send a copy of the panel of finally selected

candidates along with code/roll number to SSO/JSO after finalisation of

results for follow up research.

xxx) RDSO shall arrange to make random surveillance checks on

accuracy of results processed at Zonal Railways.

xxxi)The used answer sheets shall be preserved by SSO/JSO for a period of

six months from the date of declaration of panel. After this period these

may be destroyed by taking permission from the competent authority.

Chief Operations Manager/SAG officer nominated by COM shall be

requested to nominate an officer as witness to dispose of the material. In

case, there is any Court Case or Vigilance inquiry pending against the

selection, the sheets may be preserved till its finalisation.

6.4.2 The specific functions and responsibilities of various agencies involved in

Aptitude testing programmes are as follows:

(a) Functions and responsibil it ies of Rai lway Recrui tment Board:-

i) Intimate the schedule of recruitment programmes to Chief Operations

Manager/SAG officer nominated by COM, well in advance indicating the


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category, number of candidates to be tested, etc. for confirming the

dates/ schedule.

ii) Chalk out the programme of testing and issue intimation to candidates

on receiving confirmation of dates from Chief Operations Manager/SAG

officer nominated by COM. Candidates 5 times the number of vacancies

may be short-listed and called for Aptitude test.

iii) Arrange for suitable venue for administration of Aptitude tests. The hall

selected for testing should have 150 tables and chairs as the case may

be, white board, marker, duster and three office table and 5 chairs for

committee members. The hall should have proper lighting and

ventilation and should be free from noise and distractions.

iv) Digital CD player and PA system of high quality shall be arranged during

the testing sessions. During hot season air-conditioned hall may be

preferred.

v) Proper illumination and uninterrupted power supply to ensure that there

is no disturbance in test administration. Backup power system should

be kept ready

vi) Adequate security arrangement of RPF outside the examination hall.

vii) Depute Group-C staff for verification of identity and obtain attendance of

the candidates and one Group D staff for general assistance for carrying

test materials to and from venue, etc.

viii) Arrange coding and darkening of appropriate circles on OMR answer

sheets. While coding the roll numbers of the candidates, only numerals

shall be used. The Chairman shall use only continuous series while

coding. To ensure secrecy, they may reshuffle the answer sheets or mix

answer sheets of one or two sessions before coding. In case, under

certain compulsion, Chairman/Railway Recruitment Board does not

agree to give continuous codes, he should supply a typed list of all code

numbers, which could be used for verification of code numbers at thetime of processing the results. The code number shall be written or

stamped on the OMR sheets in the space provided. Under any

circumstances no sl ips/sticker sha ll be pasted on the OMR sheet.

ix) Assist SSO/JSO in collecting the test material before one week in

advance from RDSO and sending it back within one week after

completion of the testing.


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x) RRB should ensure that there are adequate numbers of invigilators so

that Invigilator/numbers of candidates ratio is not less than 1:15. Two

additional invigilators should be kept to assist in counting and

packaging of test materials. This may be ensured with close coordination

with CPO.

b) Functions and responsibil ities of Chief Operations Manager/SAG officer

nominated by COM:-

i) Fix dates for Aptitude testing on request of RRB in consultation with

SSO/JSO.

ii) Request other zonal railways to depute one SSO/JSO to associate in test

administration.

iii) Nominate two officers to associate with SSO/JSO in testing and one

officer for processing of results.

iv) Accord administrative approval to Aptitude test results. He shall keep a

watch on pass percentage and any deviation from the procedure

brought to his knowledge by Committee of officers.

(c) Functions and responsibil it ies of Chief Personnel Officer:-

i) Nominate one JA Grade Officer to act as hall in-charge to draw lottery

for test packs, witness opening/sealing of test material and collection of

duplicate answer sheets for sending to RRCB. Nominated JAG officershall also be responsible to co-ordinate chairman RRB and other

agencies for maintaining law and order at the venue for smooth

administration of aptitude test.

ii) Arrangement of invigilators in the ratio of one invigilator for maximum

15 candidates and two additional invigilators to assist in counting and

packaging of test material.

(d) Functions and responsibil it ies of Zonal Psycho-Technical Units: -

i) Place an indent to RDSO about testing programme at least two weeks in

advance by specifying category, no. of candidates, and schedule of

testing programme (PSF 0106).

ii) Collect test material from RDSO not more than one week in advance.

iii) Administer Aptitude tests on the candidates who qualify in written test

for the categories mentioned in Para 2.1 in accordance with the

guidelines issued by RDSO.


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The tests shall be personally administered by SSO/JSO or a technical

assistant specially nominated by ED (Psycho)/RDSO for the purpose.

iv) Score and evaluate answer sheets of candidates in accordance with the

norms and standards laid down for the purpose from time to time. If

test(s) requiring manual scoring and interpretation is/are used in

recruitment, the same shall be scored by Technical Assistant working at

the zonal unit under the supervision of SSO/JSO and other Committee

Member. Responsibility for correctness of manual scoring, posting on the

OMR sheets and interpretation shall fully and solely rest with SSO/JSO.

The Zonal Units may take assistance of RDSO in processing of Aptitude

test results, in case of emergency.

v) Fix the date for processing of results in consultation with the officernominated for the purpose.

vi) The back-up of data will be taken before generating the marks file.

vii) Process the results after the correctness of the OMR machine and

scanning software verified by manually checking few records of

data captured from OMR sheets. If any abnormality noticed, read

control settings of OMR machine shall be calibrated enabling to read

data with cent-percent correctness. The Mark file may also be checked

for matching the number of candidates tested, duplicate/wrong code

numbers and any uneven or abnormal pattern of scores. Scoring keys,

wherever applicable and norms for evaluation of results shall remain in

the custody of SSO/JSO. It will be the responsibil ity of SSO/J SO to

use latest schemes and norms for the respective category before

processing the results.

viii) Pack OMR sheets under signature of SSO/JSO and committee member.

ix) The processing of results shall be done by SSO/JSO in the presence of

nominated Committee member.

x) Various checks will be made by SSO/J SO about correctness of

scoring, logic for adjudging suitabil ity cri teria before finally printing

the result.

xi) Sign each page of the result. This shall be done jointly by SSO/JSO and

the Committee member.

xii) Seal used OMR sheets under signature of SSO/JSO and Committee

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xiii) Seek administrative approval of results from concerned Chief Operations


xiv) The responsibility of according the administrative approval of result

lies with the COM/SAG officer nominated by COM under whom CTA

is work ing.

xv) Advise the results (hard/soft) to Railway Recruitment Board or Railway

Administration in a confidential cover by Registered/Speed post or by

hand through authorised person as the case may be.

xvi) Coordinate with RRB to return the used test material to RDSO

immediately after conclusion of the testing programme.

xvii) Preserve the used answer sheets of candidates tested for a minimumperiod of 6 months from the date of publication of the panel by the

Railway Recruitment Board/Zonal Railway. Computerised results shall,

however, be preserved on a CD with a hard copy, for a minimum period

of 5 years.

xviii) Furnish data and marks files of candidates to RDSO within 3 days

of processing of results for norming exercises, follow-up research

and examining the pattern of scores, pass percentage, etc. and

post investigation on need basis.

xix) Furnish reports on the testing programmes bringing out special features

noticed during test administration and evaluation of tests to RDSO for

analysis, follow-up and submission of consolidated appreciation report

to Railway Board.

xx) Administer trial tests separately or together with recruitment testing as

required by RDSO from time to time as a part of their on-going research

and developmental work.

(e) Functions and responsibilities of the Member of the Committee/

Invigilator

i) Ensure that seals on the packets containing test booklets are intact

when these are opened at the venue of testing and compare the tests

with content slip. In the event of contents not tallying with the content

slip, a copy of the content slip shall be faxed/posted to RDSO and

Emergency Test Pack can be used in the mean time.


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ii) Assist in supervision and invigilation during testing.

iii) Invigilators will compulsorily verify that candidates have written their

correct roll numbers and Test Id/Code Nos. on their answer sheets

and put signatures on each answer sheets in the space provided

(Mandatory). These wrong entry OMR sheets will not be evaluated as

they will be treated as rejected.

iv) Each Invigilator will personally certify that he/she has checked

correctness of all details in OMR sheets tailing with details given in

test booklets on prescribed proforma.

v) In addition, committee members will randomly verify that candidates

have filled correct Test Id/Code No. on the OMR sheets.

vi) In case of wrong entry by the candidate, a separate record will be kept bythe invigilator dully countersigned by SSO/JSO/Committee Member and

the candidate present (PSF 0109). Such OMR sheets along with proforma

will be sealed in a separate envelope session wise.

vii) Check that prescribed time limits for various tests are being maintained.

viii) Ensure that any unauthorised person is not handling the test booklets.

Immediately after the completion of test, the booklets shall be checked

for stray marks, serialised, packed and sealed in the envelope using

paper seals duly signed by the Committee members.

ix) Receive number of booklets as per candidates in their line, distribute

serially, collect in order of serial and handover to test administrator/

committee members.

x) Assist in collection of answer sheets after completion of the test.

xi) Separate the duplicate copy of the answer sheets and Pack the answer

sheets after counting in two different packets under seal.

xii) Ensure that OMR answer sheets of the candidates are in a sealed

condition before packets are opened for scanning on OMR.

xiii) Carry out test checks as prescribed in Para 6.4.1 (xxiii - xxv) before

processing the results.

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(f) Functions and responsibil it ies of R.D.S.O: -

i) Make available Test Packs containing Aptitude Test Batteries, Test Slip

Envelopes, Assorted Material Envelope, OMR answer sheets and other

related forms required for testing for the categories mentioned in Para

2.1 to Zonal Psycho-Technical Unit at least a week in advance.

ii) Provide new scanning applications, norms, etc. for processing of results.

iii) Design/develop apparatus required in testing programmes. RDSO's role

shall, however, be confined to advising Zonal Psycho-Technical Units the

specifications of equipment and sources of availability. Procurement

shall be made by Zonal Railways. Assistance of RDSO may, however, be

availed for checks on specifications and reliability of equipment.

iv) Organise orientation, training of Senior Scientific Officers/Junior

Scientific Officers and supporting technical staff of Zonal Railways in

professional/technical aspects of Aptitude testing and evaluation of

results.

v) Quality audit of Aptitude testing programmes.

vi) Submission of periodical appreciation reports on testing to Railway

Board (Advisor/Safety and ED/RRCB).

vii) Make alternative arrangements for testing at Railway Recruitment

Boards in emergencies arising out of unavailability or sudden illness of

SSO/JSO, in the event of such assistance not being available from

adjoining Railways.

viii) Periodic reviews of test batteries and follow-up research on the efficacy of

Aptitude test batteries with reference to validation criteria.

ix) Render consultancy to Zonal Psycho-Technical Units on technical

aspects of the testing programmes and provide guidelines.

(g) Functions and responsibil iti es of R.R.C.B:-

i) Organise random checking of duplicate answer sheets of Aptitude test.

ii) Enquire into the complaints against the conduct and results of Aptitude

tests.

7. APPLICATION OF NORMS IN EVALUATION OF APTITUDE TESTS

7.1 Norms and standards as laid down from time to time shall be applied

uniformly to all candidates for adjudging their suitability.


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7.2 The cut-off for Tests are fixed on the basis of Normalized T-score. The Mean of

normalized T-score is 50 and its SD is 10. The basic parameters required to

calculate T-score are Mean and Standard Deviation calculated from

normalized sample. The range of the T-score is 20 to 80. The formula to

calculate T-score is :

Tscore= 50+10ScoreMean

SD

7.3 The T-score for dummy subject for a test can be calculated as follows:

i) Dummy subject score on Test 1 = 20

ii) Mean of Test 1 on normative sample = 14

iii)SD of Test 1 on normative sample = 3

Tscore = 50+1020 14

3= 50+ 10(2) = 70

7.4 Calculation of composite score are-

As weightage to aptitude test is 30. The composite score of a dummy subject

can be calculated as follows:

i) Composite T-score of a candidate having 5 tests in a battery is = 300

ii)The max T-score a candidate can obtain having 5 tests in a battery is

(805) = 400.

iii)The composite score out of 30 is :

* Out of 400 score candidate scored = 300

* Out of 30 score will be = 30030

400= 22.5

7.5 Information regarding the norms and cut-off marks of the aptitude tests are

not publicly available. However, in case of any query arising under RTI Act,

the same information may be provided to the applicant under RTI by

Chairman or PIO designated of RRB. Queries pertaining to such information

may no be referred to RDSO.

8. APPEALS AGAINST APTITUDE TEST RESULTS

8.1 No appeal shall normally lie against the results of Aptitude test. However,

specific complaints may be enquired into by Railway Recruitment Control

Board (RRCB).

Issued under the authority of Railway Boards letter No. E(NG)i/2000/PM1/31 dated 29.7.2004)

Prepared & Checked by: JSO/Psych, RDSO

Approved by: ED/Traffic (Psych), RDSO


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