Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released a recruitment notification for the year 2024, offering a total of 5,647 Act Apprentice positions. This is a great opportunity for candidates who have completed their Matriculation (Class 10) and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
The recruitment will be conducted for various workshops and units under the jurisdiction of the Northeast Frontier Railway. Below are all the key details about the recruitment process:
Application Dates and Timeline
- Start Date for Online Applications: November 7, 2024
- Last Date for Online Applications: December 3, 2024
Candidates interested in applying for the RRC NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024 must submit their online application between the above-mentioned dates. It is important to complete the application process before the closing date as no applications will be accepted after December 3, 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
To be eligible for the Act Apprentice positions, candidates must meet the following educational qualifications:
- Matriculation: Candidates should have passed their 10th Class or Matriculation examination with at least 50% aggregate marks.
- ITI Certificate: In addition to passing the 10th class, candidates must have an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institution. The ITI trade should align with the apprenticeship role being applied for.
Note: The 50% aggregate marks in Matriculation are not mandatory for candidates from SC/ST/PwBD categories.
Age Limit:
Candidates applying for the recruitment must fulfill the following age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for reserved categories. Candidates must ensure that their age falls within the specified range as of December 3, 2024, the closing date for applications.
Vacancy Details
A total of 5,647 vacancies are available across multiple divisions and workshops in the Northeast Frontier Railway. The distribution of vacancies is as follows:
- Katihar (KIR) & Tindharia (TDH) Workshop – 812 vacancies
- Alipurduar (APDJ) – 413 vacancies
- Rangiya (RNY) – 435 vacancies
- Lumding (LMG) – 950 vacancies
- Tinsukia (TSK) – 580 vacancies
- New Bongaigaon Workshop (NBQS) & Engineering Workshop (EWS/BNGN) – 982 vacancies
- Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS) – 814 vacancies
- NFR Headquarter (HQ) / Maligaon – 661 vacancies
Candidates can apply for positions based on the region and workshop of their choice, keeping in mind the availability of vacancies in each location.
Stipend and Benefits
Selected candidates will be engaged as Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 and will receive the following benefits:
- Monthly Stipend: ₹9,100 per month (as per government norms)
The stipend amount is provided as financial support during the apprenticeship period and will be credited to the candidates on a monthly basis.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates for the RRC NFR Recruitment 2024 will be based on the following:
- Merit-Based Selection:
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on their academic performance. The merit list will be drawn up by considering the marks obtained in Matriculation and the marks obtained in ITI in the relevant trade for the apprenticeship.
- The final selection will be made based on the average marks of both the Matriculation and ITI exams.
- Document Verification:
After the merit list is published, candidates will undergo a document verification process at the respective divisions or units where they have applied. It is important for candidates to have all the required documents (e.g., educational certificates, ITI certificate, age proof) ready for verification.
Application Fee
The application process for RRC NFR Recruitment 2024 requires a nominal application fee. Details are as follows:
- General/OBC candidates: ₹100 (non-refundable)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates: Exempted from paying the application fee
Candidates can pay the application fee through the online payment gateway available on the official website.
How to Apply Online
To apply for the RRC NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024, candidates need to follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the official website of the Railway Recruitment Cell, Northeast Frontier Railway: www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Register an Account: Click on the link for Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) and create a new account by entering your email address, name, mobile number, etc.
- Log In: Use the login credentials (username and password) you created during registration to access the application portal.
- Fill Out the Application Form: Carefully fill out all the required details in the application form. Ensure that all personal and educational details are accurate.
- Upload Documents: Upload the necessary documents, such as your Matriculation marksheet, ITI certificate, and any other required educational or identity documents.
- Pay the Application Fee: Pay the application fee (if applicable) using the online payment methods available.
- Submit the Application: After verifying all the details and documents, click on the submit button to complete the application process.
Important Links
- Online Application Form: Link to Apply
- Official Notification: View Notification
Note: Be sure to check the official RRC NFR Recruitment 2024 website for the most current information and detailed instructions about this Recruitment.
