NWDA Exam Exam Guide 2026
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📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
| Post | Minimum Age Limit | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 18 Years | 27 Years |
| Upper Division Clerk | ||
| Lower Division Clerk | ||
| Stenographer Grade - II | ||
| Hindi Translator | 21 Years | 30 Years |
| Jr. Accounts Officer |
📊 Application Fee
- OBC
- 3 Years
- SC/ ST
- 5 Years
- Category
- Age Relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen
- Service rendered in Army/Navy/Air Force plus 3 years
- Physically Handicapped
- General: 10 Years SC/ ST: 15 Years OBC: 13 Years
- Government employees including Departmental candidates (Minimum 3 years service has been rendered in Government Department/ Autonomous Bodies)
- Junior Engineer/ Hindi Translator/ Jr. Accounts Officer: 3 Years UDC, Stenographer Grade-II, LDC: Up to 40 Years
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Post | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Essential : Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University or equivalent. |
| Hindi Translator | Master's degree of a recognized University in Hindi with English as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level; OR Master's degree of a recognized University in English with Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of examination at the degree level; OR Master's degree of a recognized University in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi medium and English as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of an examination at the degree level; OR Master's degree of a recognized University in any subject other than Hindi or English, with English medium and Hindi as a compulsory or elective subject or as the medium of an examination at the degree level; OR Master's Degree of a recognized University in any subject other than Hindi or English, with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects or either of the two as a medium of examination and the other as a compulsory or elective subject at degree level; AND Recognized Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English & vice versa; OR Two years’ experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central or State Government offices, including Government of India Undertaking. |
| Junior Accounts Officer | Essential : i) Degree in Commerce from a recognized University/Institute. ii) Three years experience in Cash and Accounts in a Government Office/PSU/Autonomous Body/ Statutory Body. Desirable Candidates having CA/ICWA/Company Secretary will be preferred. |
| Upper Division Clerk | Essential: Degree of a recognized University. Desirable Knowledge of Computer operating systems, MS Word, Office, Excel, PowerPoint & Internet. |
| Stenographer Grade-II | Essential: i) 12th Class passed from a recognized Board/University. ii) Skill (Shorthand) Test (on Computer) at the speed of 80 wpm. |
| Lower Division Clerk | Essential: i) 12th Class passed from a recognized Board; AND ii) A typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer. Desirable Knowledge of Computer operating systems, MS Word, Office, Excel, PowerPoint & Internet. |
📊 Exam Centre
| Post | Experience |
|---|---|
| Hindi Translator | Two years’ experience of translation work from Hindi to English and vice versa in Central or State Government offices, including Government of India Undertaking. |
| Junior Accounts Officer | Three years of experience in Cash and Accounts in a Government Office/PSU/Autonomous Body/ Statutory Body. |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.How many times can I apply for the NWDA exam?
One can apply for the NWDA exam until one reaches the maximum age limit as per the post the candidates applied for and category they fall under.
Q2.What to do if I do not qualify for the NWDA post?
Candidates who do not satisfy the NWDA Eligibility Criteria cannot apply for this post. You can try to satisfy the eligibility criteria in the future and then apply for the exams.
Q3.Can a candidate from another state in India apply for the NWDA Examination?
Yes, all the candidates who are Indian citizens are eligible to apply for the NWDA examination regardless of their domicile.
Q4.What documents do I need to submit to prove that I satisfy the NWDA eligibility criteria for age?
The Agency accepts the SSC mark sheet as proof that you satisfy the NWDA eligibility criteria for age. You can also submit your birth certificate in case you do not have your SSC mark sheet.
Q5.Do I need prior experience to apply for the NWDA recruitment?
Yes, if you are applying for the post of Hindi Translator or Junior Accounts Officer, you need to have prior experience to apply for the posts. Other than that, no post requires one to have any experience to apply.
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