Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) It is a body to conduct Common Eligibility Test (CET) to shortlist the candidates for vacancies under 'Group B' and 'Group C' of the Government.
The National Recruitment Agency (NRA) is an initiative by the Government of India aimed at streamlining the recruitment process for Group B and Group C positions in central government jobs. The NRA will conduct a Common Eligibility Test (CET), which will serve as a single, standardized test to shortlist candidates for various government departments, reducing the need for multiple exams and simplifying the recruitment process.
InformationBooster: ● The Common Eligibility Test (CET) will be conducted at various centers across India, including in rural and remote areas, to provide easy access for candidates. ● The NRA will cover the recruitment processes for major agencies like the Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), and the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). ● The CET will be conducted for different levels based on the educational qualifications required: 10th pass, 12th pass, and graduate levels. ● The scores obtained in the CET will be valid for three years, allowing candidates to use their scores to apply for multiple positions during this period. ● The initiative aims to reduce the time and costs associated with conducting multiple exams and increase efficiency in government recruitment.