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  • Matric vs Inter vs Graduation - Eligibility criteria in competitive exams

Education LevelAlso Known AsClass/StandardTypical Age GroupEligible Competitive ExamsCommon Government PostsApprox. Salary Range (₹)
Matriculation10th PassClass 1015–17 yearsSSC MTS, RRB Group D, Army GD, Police Constable (some states)Peon, Clerk, Constable, Helper₹18,000 – ₹25,000/month
Intermediate12th Pass / Higher SecondaryClass 1217–19 yearsSSC CHSL, NDA, Police SI (some states), IB ACIO Tier 1, Railway ClerkDEO, LDC, Postal Assistant, Sub-Inspector₹25,000 – ₹35,000/month
GraduationBachelor’s Degree (BA, B.Sc., B.Com, etc.)College (3–4 years)20+ yearsSSC CGL, UPSC (IAS, IPS), Bank PO/Clerk, CDS, Railways NTPCOfficer, Auditor, Inspector, Probationary Officer, Assistant₹35,000 – ₹75,000+/month (varies by post)

📝 Summary:

  • Matriculation (10th) opens doors to Group D & support roles.
  • Intermediate (12th) qualifies you for clerical, data entry, and defense entry-level posts.
  • Graduation is essential for officer-level and high-salary central/state government jobs.
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Which all government jobs can I apply for after matriculation and Intermediate?

Yes you can apply, but first read official notification clearly if intermediate and matric mentioned, then you are able to apply in any government vacancy.

किस level पर ज्यादा नौकरी के अवसर होते हैं – 10th, 12th या graduation?

    Aanchal

    • 10th Pass (Matriculation): Limited opportunities, mostly Group D posts like peon, constable (in some states), helper, etc. Salaries are also on the lower side (₹18k–25k/month).

    • 12th Pass (Intermediate): More opportunities compared to 10th. You can apply for clerical jobs, data entry posts, LDC, postal assistant, police constable, Sub-inspector (in some states). Salary range is better (₹25k–35k/month).

    • Graduation: Maximum opportunities are available at this level. Most competitive exams (SSC CGL, UPSC, Banking, Railways, and Defense officer-level) require graduation. These jobs come with higher pay, stability, and career growth (₹35k–75k+ depending on post).

      Maine 12th pass kr liya h. Ab mujhe Police constable ki taiyari karani chayiye ya phir apni higher education pr focus krna chayiye. Please suggest to me.

      You should focus on your further education but also prepare for the exam and appear for it. However, the primary focus should be on graduating, as the number of opportunities available after graduation is much.