The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is offering exciting Act Apprentice positions across various trades. This recruitment drive is for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 sessions and provides a great opportunity for candidates to develop essential skills and gain hands-on experience in technical fields.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Act Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 5647 slots
- Application Mode: Online only
- Training Duration: 1 year
Division and Workshop Locations with Slot Allocation
The Act Apprentice program is available in several divisions and workshops across NFR. The table below shows the division/workshop names and their corresponding slot allocation:
Division/Workshop | Slot Allocation |
---|---|
Katihar & Tindharia Workshop | 812 slots |
Alipurduar | 413 slots |
Rangiya | 435 slots |
Lumding | 950 slots |
Tinsukia | 580 slots |
New Bongaigaon Workshop & Engineering Workshop | 982 slots |
Dibrugarh Workshop | 814 slots |
NFR Headquarters, Maligaon | 661 slots |
Specializations and Trades
Various trades are available across the different divisions and workshops, including:
- Fitter
- Welder
- Electrician
- Carpenter
- Machinist
(For full details on trade-specific slot allocations, refer to the official notification.)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- General Trades:
- Matriculation (10th class) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
- ITI certification in the relevant trade from NCVT or SCVT.
- Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology & Radiology):
- 12th pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (minimum 50%).
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years (as of application closing date)
- Age Relaxation:
- 5 years for SC/ST
- 3 years for OBC
- 10 years for PwBD
Selection Process
- General Trades: Merit list based on average marks in Matriculation and ITI certification.
- Laboratory Technicians: Merit list based on average marks in Matriculation and 12th Science.In case of a tie:
- Older candidates will be ranked higher.
- If age is the same, earlier Matriculation pass candidates will be preferred.
Training Duration and Stipend
- Training Duration: Typically 1 year
- Stipend: As per government regulations under the Apprenticeship Act.
Note: No hostel facilities are available. Candidates must arrange their own accommodation.
Application Details
- Application Mode: Online via NFR Official Website
- Application Fee:
- ₹100 for General candidates
- No fee for SC/ST, PwBD, EBC, and female candidates
- Modification Fee: ₹50 per correction (except registration details)
Mandatory Documents
Candidates must upload the following documents:
Document | Required for |
---|---|
Matriculation Certificate & Mark Sheet | All applicants |
ITI Certification | For all trades |
12th Science Mark Sheet | For Laboratory Technician applicants |
Caste Certificate | SC/ST/OBC applicants |
EWS Certificate | Economically Weaker Section candidates |
Disability Certificate | PwBD candidates |
Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate | For ExSM candidates |
Important Dates
Event | Date |
---|---|
Notification Release | November 4, 2024 |
Application Start Date | November 4, 2024 |
Application Deadline | December 3, 2024 |
How to Apply
- Register on the official NFR website.
- Complete your profile and application form.
- Submit the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the completed application form.
- Download and save a copy for future reference.
Note: Only one application per candidate. Multiple submissions will lead to disqualification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question | Answer |
---|---|
What qualifications are required? | Matriculation (50%) and ITI certificate (relevant trade) |
What is the age limit? | Between 15 and 24 years (relaxation for reserved categories) |
How are candidates selected? | Based on merit calculated from academic marks. |
Can I apply for multiple divisions? | No, only one application per candidate is allowed. |
Is there an application fee? | Yes, ₹100 for general candidates (exemptions apply). |
Will apprentices be offered a job after training? | No, apprenticeship does not guarantee employment. |
Is accommodation provided? | No, candidates must arrange their own accommodation. |
Can modifications be made to the application? | Yes, for ₹50 per correction. |
When does the application window open and close? | Open: November 4, 2024, Close: December 3, 2024 |
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