The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is inviting applications for Act Apprenticeship training for the years 2023-24 and 2024-25. Here’s a comprehensive guide with all essential details for potential applicants.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: November 4, 2024
• Application Start Date: November 4, 2024
• Application Deadline: December 3, 2024

Application Fee

General/OBC: ₹100 (non-refundable) SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No fee requiredFee Exemption: EBC (Economically Backward Class) candedates with family income less than ₹50,000 can also apply for fee exemption.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit: Candidates should be between 15 and 24 years as of December 3, 2024.
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC/ST: 5 years
    • OBC: 3 years
    • PwBD: 10 years
    • Ex-Servicemen: Additional 10 years (based on defense service duration)
• Educational Qualifications:
  • For most trades: Matriculation or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks, and an ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
  • For Laboratory Technician roles: Completion of 12th grade with at least 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

Total Vacancies

There are a total of 5,647 apprenticeship slots available across various workshops and divisions under the Northeast Frontier Railway. Some of the divisions include Katihar, Alipurduar, Rangiya, Lumding, Tinsukia, New Bongaigaon, Dibrugarh, and the NFR Headquarters in Maligaon.

Stipend and Training Duration

• Training Duration: One year for most trades, with slight variations for specific roles.
• Stipend: Paid monthly as per apprenticeship norms.

Selection Process

The selection of apprentices will be based on a merit list:

• Determined by the average of marks in Matriculation (minimum 50%) and ITI.
• For Laboratory Technician roles, marks from both 10th and 12th grade are considered.

No central merit list will be formed. Instead, selection will occur division-wise and trade-wise.

Important Details

Category	Details
Organization	Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR)
Post Name	Act Apprentice
Total Vacancies	5,647 positions across various divisions
Application Dates	Start: November 4, 2024 End: December 3, 2024
Age Limit	15-24 years as of December 3, 2024 Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years; OBC – 3 years; PwBD – 10 years; Ex-Servicemen – Additional 10 years
Educational Qualification	10th pass with minimum 50% marks + ITI certificate in relevant trade 12th pass in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) for lab tech roles
Application Fee	₹100 for General/OBC No fee for SC/ST, PwBD, EBC, and women candidates
Selection Process	Merit-based (average of 10th and ITI marks) No central merit list; selection is division-wise and trade-wise
Job Location	Various units across NFR divisions in Assam, Bihar, and West Bengal
Salary/Stipend	Monthly stipend as per apprenticeship rules
How to Apply	Apply online at NFR official website
Official Website	nfr.indianrailways.gov.in

Reservation

• Reservations are provided for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, and PwBD candidates.
• Reservation certificates must be uploaded with the application and presented in original form during document verification.

How to Apply

1. Online Application: Visit NFR’s official website and navigate to “Railway Recruitment Cell GHY.”
2. Single Application: Only one application per candidate is allowed.
3. Document Upload: Candidates must upload essential documents, including:
   • Matriculation and ITI certificates
   • Caste/Disability certificates (if applicable)
   • EWS certificate (issued on or after April 1, 2024)

Documents Required for Application

• Educational certificates (Matriculation, ITI/Trade, 12th grade if applicable)
• Category certificates for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD
• Disability certificate for PwBD
• Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable

Training Location

Candidates will be posted across various units withn the NFR region, including workshops in Assam, Bihar, and West Bengal.

Additional Information

Medical Fitness: Candidates must submit a medical certficate from a government doctor at the time of docment verification.No Job Guarantee: Completing the apprenticeship does not guarantee emplyment with Indian Railways.

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Conclusion

This aprenticeship program is an excelent opportunity for those seeking skill development in various technical trades within the Northeast Frontier Railway. Be sure to apply by December 3, 2024, and ensure all eligbility and docmentation criteria are met.

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