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I am having eye power -0.5 on both eyes. Do am I eligible for railways ALP Exam which requires 6/6 vision acuity and sn0.6
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Almost in all exam the standard of vision as per medical manual is 6/6 best corrected visual acuity with + -- 4 d including cylinder. So as per that.rule you will be eligible if you have 6/6vision with glasses.
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