Have you checked your Medical Examination before looking for a job in Indian Railways?
Do you know the consequences of Radial Keratotomy/Lasik surgery making you unfit for many job opportunities in Railways/PSU sector?
Before deciding to appear for UPSC and RRB examination, the candidate shall make himself clear about the medical standards applicable for different category of posts. The medical examination is the last examination a candidate has to undergo before being made fit for the job. Failure in the medical examination when you have successfully cleared all other tests at the last stage is the most painful feeling one has to undergo. It is, therefore, even if you have a slight doubt about your fitness, better to get yourself medically examined to avoid such pain at the last stage. I am not an expert on the medical examination requirement and my post is basically to make you all aware of this requirement before making any application.
The medical fitness details are given in the Medical manual followed by medical circulars issued from time to time. The medical manual is available at net http://www.indianrailways.gov.in/railwayboard/uploads/codesmanual/MMVol-I/Chapter5.pdf. Some of the details are as follows:
- The medical examination is listed separately for the gazetted and non-gazetted category of appointments. Section A details the standards for Gazetted group
- Section B details the standards for the non-gazetted group. All candidates selected through RRB has to undergo a medical test at nominated Railway Hospital.
- The candidate is given medical fitness in a particular medical category by Railway hospital. The medical categories are A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, C1 and C2. The medical fitness category required for a post is given in the advertisement. It is A1 for Assistant Loco Pilot and A2 for Guard and ASM.
- Wearing spectacles is very common, and therefore, the candidates shall read Visual Acuity Standard test very carefully to make sure of his medical fitness for the post he intends to apply for.
- A person with blind with one eye but the vision of 6/6 with second eye, he qualifies in C2 only.
- One shall notethatLasik/radial keratotomy or any other surgical treatment for vision correction will make him unfit for medical category A-1, A-2, A-3, and B-1. The Medical Manual para 512(9) states “Candidates: having undergoneRadialKeratotomymay not be considered for recruitment to A-1, A-2, A-3 and B-1 categories. However, candidates with such operation may be considered for recruitment in B-2 categories and below, if otherwise medically fit.” This has been amended vide Railway Board letter to make it unfit for all class of A and B. http://www.indianrailways.gov.in/railwayboard/uploads/directorate/health/pdf/compandium-2013/Revision_11_11_13.pdf
Radial Keratotomy/Lasik makes you unfit for many a jobs in Govt./PSU
- Non-acceptance of vision correction surgery is specifically mentioned in the employment notice like that of DMRC as stated “Note: – The above medical standards (criteria) are indicative and not exhaustive, and apply to candidates in general. For detailed information, refer to Indian Railway Medical Manual (IRMM). Candidates may note that for vision correction, Lasik surgery or any form of radial keratotomy is not permitted at all.”
- Colour Sensitivity: There are two tests for the test of colour sensitivity namely the Farnsworth Lantern Test and Ishihara Test. For Medical category A1,2 and 3 one has to pass both the test. In case, the candidate passes the lantern Test but fails in Ishihara Test, then he fails in A1,2 and 3 but passes in B1. The candidate who fails in both the test than falls in category B2, C1&2.
- Such instructions are not clearly mentioned in RRB employment notice and making the candidates ignorant of the clause.
- There are many instances where the candidates find himself in a lurch on being declared medically unfit and had to run pillar to post (Railway Board-CAT-Medical board). The two CAT hearing on the subject will tell the entire story and the pain of the candidate.
Vishnu S.P., Nila, Avanavancheri … vs Indian Railways …
Sh. B. Surya Prakash vs Union Of India Through on 9 … - I don’t know the outcome of the case but it is clear that Railway is very tough about the medical examination and one should not risk his career expecting a miracle.
Vision correction by use of spectacles is very common, but just check how important it is for you to choose the category of RRB competition before it is too late.
It is important to check your medical category before you fill your form for any competitive examination for a job in Indian Railways. Vision standards followed and the category of fitness is given below:
For better understanding of the above term you may visit http://www.myopia.org/ebook/09chapter4.htm which explains in detail vision like 6/6, 6/12 etc. and power in diopters like -0.25 or -1.5 etc,
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Sir my question is that in B2 category can jaundice be reason to unfit a candidate?
Jaundice is a curable disease and I don’t think it shall make the candidate unfit. I think you should make yourself fit before appearing for the medical examination.
Sir I have Spectacles, with -3.5 and -4 power in left and right eye respectively. Will I be considered Medically fit for A-3 Standard.
No
I need to know about medical test for alp in detail.
Sir i m select in rrb albd at sse drawing c&w. I m B.E in mechanical engg. But sir my eye sight is -5D and i hav some colourblindness. sir can i unfit for the post and would i rejected.
Check the minimum medical category mentioned for sse drawing c&w in the advertisement
M wearing a spectacles from last 6 years as my lond distance vision is not clear(means i can’t read the words at long distance, rest all is visible) , so m I eligible for A1 and A2 railway jobs,
Kindly reply soon as wiling to apply for 2016 recruitment.
Better avoid A1 and A2 and opt for lower category. On this website, the details are furnished.
sir i am one eyed person with vision 6/6 . as per medical criteria pls tell me i come in which category??
You will pass in C2 category.
Sir i am also c2 cateogie,can i eligible for rrb JE exam
Sir I have a colour blind problem. Plzz tell me in which medical category I come
There are two test for test of color sensitivity test namely Fransworth Lantern Test and Ishihara Test. For Medical category A1,2 and 3 one has to pass both the test. In case the candidate passes lantern Test but fails in Ishihara Test, than he fails in A1,2 and 3 but passes in B1. The candidate who fails in both the test than falls in category B2, C1&2.
Dear sir… i have cleared junior engineer exam from allahabad zone and m wearing approx. -8 D spects so can i use LASIK treatment so that i can eligible for that post or not… please help me…
Lasik treatment will make you immediately inelligble, and therefore, read the post and the medical manual of IR carefully.
sir i concerned with my doc and he told me that i sud go for epi lasik which might be allowed be in railways …. sir what u think… wether it would be right or not ????
Sir , my both eyes are 2.00.. Which category it falls?? A1,A2,A3 or atleast C1
Upto 2D it is A3.
Sir,Size of one testes is very small(almost disappeared),,,would I rejected for je (B1)
It depends on cause and treatment history. Hope for the best during the medical examination
Sir , I use specs of -1.75 and -2.25D in left and right eye respectively. I am selected in SSE in RRB Guwahati zone. Sir will i be able to qualify medical criteria in A3 category?
Plz sir reply.
Upto 2D it is A3 and below. Because you are 2.25 D in one eye, I am doubtful about your qualifying the medical.
Sir,for A3 catogary,distant vision is 6/9 ,6/9…since my lense power is 2 for 6/6 vision…and for 6/9 vision it is definitely less than 2..even the power of lense more than 2 for 6/6,they can see 6/9 with less than 2D…is railways consider the same..pls clarify
Hi Sreekant, i m also selected for SSE in guwahati region. where r u from?? i am also having same concern of medical test.// we can discuss it..my mail id is er.arun@rediffmail.com
sir i have cleared rrb ALP exam and document verification also completed.still medical test is there.i have disc bulge problem.is there any problem clearing medical test
I am doubtful you will qualify the medical examination.
what are medical tests they do and how they check for ALP.i have disc bulge but not severe.is there any problem.pls guide how to get cleared
sir i have -6 power in both eye ,sir tell me i am eligible for railway post or not and for which post i am eligible? ex- se,je,ca,ta,goods guard,station master etc
Dear sir,
recently i had encountered an accident, and 1/3 part of left hand thumb got amputated, and i do not have any OH certificate. will i be eligible for all post or i will come under certain OH category. whether i will be eligible for GG,ASM??? i am going to apply for bhopal region.
please help
Thanks in advance.
Why you are not having OH certificate? go for the certificate and better apply in OH category.
The accident happened recently and i am still going under treatment, so as of now i am not able to have OH certificate. i have doubt whether i will come under OH category or not. i did some research on it and i found i have 10-15% disability. please clarify me .
sir i have -6.50 power in both eye ,sir tell me i am eligible for railway post or not and for which post i am eligible? ex- se,je,ca,ta,goods guard,station master
You will qualify in C1 and C2. In NTPC, you should only apply for TA, ASM, Goods guard etc. Read the post carefully and at the end the eye sight vs category is given.
Sir i have 6/6 both eye but i feel little bit problem with right eye but dr say ur vision is okay .plz sir tell me any problem in alp medical
You may consult eye doctor to check your eye as per the medical manual of railways to be fully sure of it otherwise, if your eye sight is ok and you feel a little bit problem cannot be commented upon by me and hope for the best during medical examination.
sir my weight is around 55 kg only..can i qualify the medical test for goods guard and asm
Don’t worry for the weight if otherwise you are fit
Respected Sir, my query is..my specs power is -1.75 for both eyes with cylindrical power,so am I eligible for A2 category posts and what is the corresponding spec power for 6/9 without glasses or for A2 category…..plz sir kindly clarify me…I will be grateful and highly obliged ….plz sir
I don’t think you will qualify for A2 and better apply for C1 category.
Sir my eye vision is 6/12,6/18 and having glass of -.75 on my eyes.this is the reason why that i am rejected in rrb bilaspur alp exam.but can i apply for asm,gg,ta with above my eye standerd.i am very confussed can you suggest the option?
The minimum medical category for ASM,GG and TA is A2 and with vision of 6/12 and 6/18 you will not qualify. It is better to apply for other category in which it is C1 and you may qualify.
I got the reply from a Doctor who matters in this area and it reads as follows:
“Glasses are not allowed at all in A-2 category at time of appointment. –6/9,6/9 -without specs”
sir, my glass is of power -4.25. which category((A1, A2, b1, c1,c2?) do i fall under?
You should qualify for C1 if your vision is atleast 6/12 with glasses. Read the post carefully where the classification is given. You may read this blog for better undertanding on the subject http://www.myopia.org/ebook/09chapter4.htm
C-1 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses.
C-2 6/12 , Nil with or without glasses.
Kindly go by the eligibility criteria.
Kya main operation se specs htwakar eligible hu
No, it will not help.
I read that pdf document but there isn’t any mention of LASIK in there however radial surgery is not permitted but LASIK im not sure
Any operation will make you unfit.
Lasik and radial keratotomy both are not allowed.
sir I met an accident and lost my vision in left eye when I was 4 years old but my other eye is fine I think I come under c2 so sir can I apply for CA,RESERVATION CLERK,JUNIOUR ACCOUNTS ASSISTANTS etc but I’m confused the eligibility given is C1, please clarify me sir I even don’t come under visually impaired
I am trying to get the authentic answer
C-1 6/12, 6/18 with or without glasses.
C-2 6/12 , Nil with or without glasses.
Kindly go by the eligibility criteria.
SIR,i am only colour blindness problem.Can i apply for C1 medical standard post in Indian railway job. plz reply soon.
I think so, but I will try to get the authentic information.
railway board letter no.2011/H/5/7(VR) dated 11.11.2013
There are mentioned that all surgeries done to correct refractive errors for new recruit and existing employee
Unfit in A&B categories but not clear regarding c1,c2
Yes you can
Sir my right hand’s little finder is not bending as normal do.because i met an accident in childhood.My medical is on 25feb…plz help ..Am i fit or unfit…i dont have oh certificate also…I hvnot mentioned in oh in form.
For which medical category?
For 1/2014 alp.
Sir i dont know categories
Which job you are applying?
Assistant loco pilot 1/2014. Which is currently going on.
I doubt if you can qualify the medical examination. The medical category for ALP is the highest.
Jain sir …one person,’s is not moving and he is working at sarai rohila as alp…your doubt is meaning less..i think. What u say
I will talk to some one and will revert back to you
Sir,for A3 catogary,distant vision is 6/9 ,6/9…since my lense power is 2 for 6/6 vision…and for 6/9 vision it is definitely less than 2..even the power of lense more than 2 for 6/6,they can see 6/9 with less than 2D…is railways consider the same..pls clarify
Sir,for A3 catogary,distant vision is 6/9 ,6/9…since my lense power is 2 for 6/6 vision…and for 6/9 vision it is definitely less than 2..even the power of lense more than 2 for 6/6,they can see 6/9 with less than 2D…is railways consider the same..clarify it sir pls
Sir some of my friends friend become eligible in ticket collector by doing lasik.But he did it almost a year before even his exam.So is there anything that doing operations before a year or two will make anyone eligible?
have you checked the medical category for ticket collector. I don;t think it is A or B. In that case, it does not matter. But the rule was since long
Sir Does Ticket Collector comes in c1or c2 category ??
Sir i can hear with only one ear,can i pass in the rrb locopilet medical examination
I doubt
sir,my left kidney is bit smaller than normal …and i have 2 decayed teeth.. will it ba prblm fr RRB SSE??
sir…my friend missed to attain medical report for alp.because he had viral fever.so will he get another date to medical report
You may contact the Chief Medical Supdt. of the Hospital.
Sir, I qualified for JE. My eyesight & everything is normal. But my weight is 45kgs, .
Will it be ok for medical test.
Sir, I qualified for JE. My eyesight & everything is normal. But my weight is 45kgs, .
Will it be ok for medical test.
hello sir..my brother cleared the exam for sse in rrb ajmer and he has partial color blindness and he may not be able to clear A3 but he also has preffred a post which requires C1 standard so is it possible that if he fails for A3 standard then rrb will take him to C1 standard?
reply soon
RRB has issued a panel filling all the post and advises the Chief Personal Officer of the Railway. CPO of the railway will arrange the character verification and will issue medical memo with which he has to report to the Chief Medical Superintendent of the concerned Division where the candidate is posted. In case he does not qualify the medical category, means failure. I don’t think there is any scope of any more opportunity.
Sir
My left eye -1.7
And right eye. -.7
Will i be elligible for A1 group medical..??
Please tell me
no
sir i want to know that can a smoker will be fit for railway exam or not
There is no such mention to prohibit for smoking, but I will suggest to quit smoking now it self.
Sir, I have applied for the post for JEE (Civil) on Compassionate Ground in NWR zone. But I have spect and its power lenses no. is -4D. My medical has been done and Doctor gave me fit for B1 Medical Standard Category. Please clear me that now what will be done with me? am I eligible for the post of JEE(works or Drawing)? or not?
Sir I have hernia. And I am selected in alp. Am I disqualified in medical test?
my query is..my specs power is -1.50 for both eyes with cylindrical power,so am I eligible for A2 category posts and what is the corresponding spec power for 6/9 without glasses or for A2 category…..plz kindly clarify me…
sir i have sight -0.5D and -1.25D . which category have i eligible sir.
Sir I had some colour blindness for mild green and red which post are I am eligible in railways .in case that’s problem I have Change any other post in during the medical test
Sir, I want to know if underweight or overweight can create a problem in SSE railway (Signal/electrical) medical exam??
It should not matter unless it is on account of any health problem
Sir i met with an accident when i was 11 years old. I had surgery on my right toe. there is an injury mark there . But it does not affect my walking or running. will there any problem to fulfill A-3 standards.
Sir ,I have partial green colour blindness,when I have check out my eye,sight is 6/6,but in ishira test I have read 16/18 plates.is am I eligible for alp job?sir ,plez replay I have finished aptitude test and waiting for result.
I doubt, hope for the best
I doubt. Color blindness is not accepted of any level for alp job.
weather a railway employee done angioplasty will considard for A3
My brother selected for rrb JE certificate verification,,,, after that next round is medical fitness test ,,,, he has asthma,, can he select for the JE job ? Or any suggestions ,,,please…
I have spectacle with -4d both eye. am i fit for C -1 category? And plz tell me without glass means what? naked eye ? How it possible for a candidate with spectacle , seeing distance vision with naked eye like 6/12 6/18. if i see 6/12 with glass its quite impossible for seeing 6/18 without glass. and also tell me medical fitness criteria in details. thnak u
Sir My weight is only 52 kg. I am selected in rrb je. Will my lack of weight cause unfit for my job?
I don;t think it should matter unless it is due to some medical problem.
I have spectacle with -9d both eye. am i fit for
Commerical apprentices post?
for which Post i am eligible?
What are the tests they will conduct for JE in railways?except eye. Reply asap
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RRB NTPC 2016 ka CBT Exams ki cut off kya alag alag zone ka alag se hoga? ya sab zone ka ek sath cut off hoga? Main Siliguri Rrb se hu.
Different rrb will have different cutoff for various post
rrb ke result zone wise aate hai
aapki post preference se aapko allotment milegi
Sir I m clear railway technician exam .but I have partial colour blind .can I get job in c1 medical pls reply I m in tension
I am doubthful
Every RRB will have their own cut off.
Sir i am colour blind
Can i fit for customer relation assistant (cra) post in delhi metro