The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced official notification the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024 to fill 5647 Apprentice positions under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. This is a great opportunity for eligible candidates with ITI qualifications to secure a position in various trades across NFR’s divisions and workshops. Interested and qualified candidates must submit their online applications by 03 December 2024. Below are the full details of the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024, including eligibility criteria, available vacancies, and how to apply.
Job Overview
| Organization Name | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Positions | Apprentice |
| Job Location | Assam, Bihar and West Bengal |
| Total Vacancies | 5467 Posts |
| Last Date | 03 December 2024 |
Educational Qualifications
- For Most Trades:
Candidates should have completed Matriculation (10th) with at least 50 percent marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institution (NCVT/SCVT). - For Medical Laboratory Technician:
Candidates must have completed 12th with Biology Physics and Chemistry with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
Note: Candidates from SC/ST/PwBD categories are exempt from the 50% minimum marks requirement.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years (as on the closing date).
- Maximum Age: 24 years (as on the closing date).
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates: 3 years
- PwBD candidates: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Additional relaxation based on service time plus 3 years.
Total Vacancy For NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024
The total of 5647 vacancies available under the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024 is spread across various divisions and workshops:
1. Tindharia (TDH) Workshops & Katihar (KIR) – 812 Vacancies
- Mechanical (KIR): 440
- Mechanical (TDH): 46
- Electrical: 132
- Signal and Telecom (S&T): 60
- Engineering: 113
- Personnel: 6
- Accounts: 12
- Medical: 3
2. Alipurduar (APDJ) – 413 Vacancies
- Mechanical: 110
- Electrical: 96
- Signal and Telecom (S&T): 60
- Engineering: 130
- Personnel: 5
- Accounts: 10
- Medical: 2
3. Rangiya (RNY) – 435 Vacancies
- Mechanical: 131
- Electrical: 75
- Signal and Telecom (S&T): 60
- Engineering: 150
- Personnel: 5
- Accounts: 10
- Medical: 4
4. Lumding (LMG) – 950 Vacancies
- Mechanical (Guwahati & Lumding): 415
- Electrical: 300
- Signal and Telecom (S&T): 100
- Engineering: 113
- Personnel: 6
- Accounts: 12
- Medical: 4
5. Tinsukia (TSK) – 580 Vacancies
- Mechanical: 316
- Electrical: 142
- Signal and Telecom (S&T): 60
- Engineering: 45
- Personnel: 5
- Accounts: 10
- Medical: 2
6. Engineering Workshop (EWS/BNGN) and New Bongaigaon Workshop (NBQ) – 982 Vacancies
- Mechanical: 806
- Electrical: 61
- Engineering: 109
- Personnel: 2
- Accounts: 4
7. Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS) – 814 Vacancies
- Mechanical: 770
- Electrical: 38
- Personnel: 2
- Accounts: 4
8. NFR Headquarters (HQ)/Maligaon – 661 Vacancies
- Specialized Training Centre (S&T), Pandu: 240
- Engineering (HQ, Maligaon): 246
- Engineering/Track Machine Organization (TMO): 116
- Personnel: 25
- Accounts: 25
- Medical (Central Hospital, Maligaon): 9
Stipend
Candidates selected for the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024 will receive a monthly stipend as per the guidelines under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. Please note that no hostel accommodation will be provided during the apprenticeship period.
Selection Process
- A separate merit list will be created for each unit, trade, and community.
- For Most Trades: The merit list will be based on the average of 10th numbers (minimum 50 percent) and ITI numbers for the releted trades.
- For Laboratory Technicians:
The merit list will be based on 10th numbers and 12th Science numbers (Biology, Physics and Chemistry). - Shortlisted candidates will undergo Document Verification (DV), and Medical Fitness certification will be mandatory for final selection.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 04 November 2024
- Application Start Date: 04 November 2024
- Application End Date: 03 December 2024
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024 online by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: nfr.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Find the Railway Recruitment Cell section and click on the Apprentice notification link.
- Complete the your registration process and fill out the application form.
- Upload the required documents, including:
- Mark sheets (Matriculation and ITI/12th).
- Caste/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable).
- A recent passport-sized photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the online application form & take a print copy for future reference.
Ensure to submit your application before 03 December 2024.
Official Notification & Apply Link: Click Here
FAQs
Q1. What is the end date to apply online for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024?
The end date to apply is 03 December 2024.
Q2. Is there an application fees for NFR Apprentice Jobs 2024?
Yes, a fee of ₹100 is required. However, SC/ST/PwBD candidates and women applicants are exempt from paying this fee.
Q3. Can I apply online to multiple divisions for the NFR Apprentice Jobs 2024?
No, candidates are allowed to submit only one application for the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2024.
Q4. Is ITI necessary for all the trades?
Yes, ITI certification is required for most trades. For Medical Laboratory Technician, 12th Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology is sufficient.