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The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced it's official notification of massive recruitment drive for 2024, offering 5647 apprentice vacancies across multiple trades for ITI pass and 12th Science pass candidates. This Indian Railways recruitment is a significant opportunity for individuals seeking practical, hands-on training through the Apprenticeship Act 1961 across the NFR’s divisions and workshops.
Key Overview of NFR Apprentice Official Notification For Recruitment 2024
- Organization - Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR)
- Total Vacancies - 5647 apprentice positions
- Job Type - Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act 1961
- Application Mode - Online only
- Application Dates - 4th November to 3rd December 2024
Northeast Frontier Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2024 Job Vacancy Detail
Explore unit-wise vacancies and category-wise reservations for the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024. With 5647 positions, this is a great opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to join Indian Railways.
| Unit/Division | Total Vacancies | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Ex-Servicemen (ExSM) | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katihar (KIR) & Tindharia (TDH) Workshop | 812 | 321 | 221 | 125 | 62 | 83 | 81 | 32 |
| Alipurduar (APDJ) | 413 | 161 | 109 | 67 | 31 | 45 | 41 | 17 |
| Rangiya (RNY) | 435 | 171 | 116 | 68 | 35 | 45 | 44 | 17 |
| Lumding (LMG) | 950 | 380 | 256 | 145 | 74 | 95 | 95 | 38 |
| Tinsukia (TSK) | 580 | 227 | 158 | 92 | 43 | 60 | 58 | 23 |
| New Bongaigaon Workshop (NBQS) & Engineering Workshop | 982 | 380 | 270 | 156 | 77 | 99 | 98 | 39 |
| Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS) | 814 | 314 | 223 | 129 | 65 | 83 | 81 | 33 |
| NFR Headquarters (HQ)/Maligaon | 661 | 267 | 181 | 97 | 48 | 68 | 66 | 26 |
| Total | 5647 | 2221 | 1534 | 879 | 435 | 578 | 564 | 215 |
Salary Details for NFR Apprentice 2024
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend according to Indian Railways' prescribed rates for apprentices. The exact stipend amount varies based on the trade and location, generally aligning with the following guidelines:
- Stipend Rate: Apprenticeship stipends generally range between Rs. 5,000 and Rs. 7,000 per month, depending on trade and unit.
- Duration: Apprenticeship training duration is typically one year, with certain trades like Laboratory Technician roles extending up to 15 months.
- Note: No hostel accommodation is provided during the training period; apprentices are expected to arrange their own housing.
Eligibility Criteria for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024
To apply for the Northeast Frontier Railway Apprentice positions, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Educational Qualifications:
- Matriculation Pass (10th) with at least 50% aggregate marks for most trades.
- National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the specific trade from an institution recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
- Laboratory Technician Positions: 12th pass in Science Stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
- Age Limit (as of December 3, 2024):
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Category-Wise Age Relaxation for Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice Recruitment 2024
Age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates in the NFR Apprentice 2024. Check eligibility based on age and category-specific relaxation for apprentice roles.
| Categories | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC)/ Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 3 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10 years + service duration (min. 6 months) |
Important Dates of NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024
Mark your calendar! The NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024 all key dates are given in the table. Don’t miss your chance to apply online for these positions.
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 4th November 2024 |
| Start Date for Online Applications | 4th November 2024 |
| Last Date for Online Applications | 3rd December 2024 |
| Document Verification | To be announced |
Application Fees Details for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024
- Application Fee: ₹100 for general candidates.
- Exemption: SC, ST, PwBD, and female candidates are exempt from paying the application fee.
- Payment Method: Online payment through the official NFR website.
- Modification Fee: ₹50 per change if candidates wish to modify submitted application details.
Documents required for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024
Here are the documents required for the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024 application:
- Matriculation (10th) Certificate - Proof of educational qualification.
- National Trade Certificate (ITI) or Provisional Certificate - Issued by NCVT/SCVT for the relevant trade.
- 10+2 (12th) Certificate - For Laboratory Technician roles, with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Caste Certificate - For candidates applying under SC/ST/OBC categories (format per Annexure IX/X).
- EWS Certificate - For Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates, issued on or after April 1, 2024.
- Disability Certificate - For PwBD candidates, issued by an authorized medical board.
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate - If applying under Ex-Servicemen quota.
- Income Certificate - For Economically Backward Class (EBC) candidates, showing family income below ₹50,000 per annum (format per Annexure XVI).
- Passport-sized Photograph - Recent, as per specifications on the application portal.
- Signature - Clear, scanned copy, as per specifications on the application portal.
Selection Process for Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice Recruitment 2024
The selection of candidates for the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice positions will follow these steps:
- Merit-Based Shortlisting:
- Merit List: Prepared based on candidates’ academic scores in 10th grade and ITI.
- For Laboratory Technician positions: Merit calculated using scores in 10th and 12th grade (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
- Each trade, unit, and community will have a separate merit list; no central merit list is created.
- Criteria for Equal Marks:
- In cases of candidates with equal marks, the following criteria will apply:
- Older candidates will be ranked higher.
- If age is also the same, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier will be considered.
- Document Verification:
- Shortlisted candidates, based on merit, will be invited for document verification at the respective unit/division.
- During verification, candidates must bring original documents and certificates as per the list provided.
- Final Selection:
- Final selection is based on the verification process and fulfillment of eligibility.
- Medical fitness certification will be required as per the guidelines in the notification.
How to Apply for Northeast Frontier Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2024
To apply for the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice recruitment, follow these detailed steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the Northeast Frontier Railway’s official website: www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in. or Click Here for direct apply link.
- Register Online: Create a new account on the website by filling in essential information like name, email, and mobile number.
- Fill Application Form: Fill out the application form with accurate details, including personal, educational, and contact information and choose the preferred trade and unit(s) based on the available positions and your qualifications.
- Upload Documents: Upload clear and legible scanned copies of all the required Documents.
- Pay the Application Fee: Candidate pay the application fees through the online payment gateway linked on the website.
- Verify and Submit: Once verified, submit the form. After submission, download and save the final application form for personal records.
- Application Modification (if needed): If candidates wish to modify any details, they may do so by paying a correction fee of Rs. 50 per modification.
- Note: Registration details cannot be modified after submission.
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice Recruitment 2024 Important Links
Find all essential links for Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice 2024 recruitment—apply online, access the official notification, and stay updated with the latest announcements.
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Registration| Login |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join Government Job Updates Channel | WhatsApp | Telegram |
| Official Website | North East Frontier Railway Official Website |
