The North Eastern Railway (NER) has announced its Apprentice Recruitment for 2024, opening up 1104 vacancies across various units. This blog will guide you through all the essential details, including the application process, eligibility criteria, important dates, and more.
Here’s an overview table summarizing the key details of the NER Apprentice Recruitment 2024:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1104 |
| Units/Workshops | Mechanical Workshop (Gorakhpur), Signal Workshop (Gorakhpur Cantt), Bridge Workshop (Gorakhpur Cantt), Mechanical Workshop (Izzatnagar), Diesel Shed (Izzatnagar), Carriage & Wagon (Izzatnagar), Carriage & Wagon (Lucknow Jn), Diesel Shed (Gonda), Carriage & Wagon (Varanasi) |
| Age Limit | 15-24 years (as of June 12, 2024) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, Divyang: 10 years |
| Educational Qualification | High School (10th) with minimum 50% marks and ITI certificate in the notified trade |
| Physical Standard | Medical Certificate from authorized Medical Officer, Eligibility of Divyang as per Railway Board guidelines |
| Processing Fee | General/OBC: Rs. 100, SC/ST/Divyang/Women: Exempted |
| Application Mode | Online via NER website |
| Application Start Date | June 12, 2024, 10:00 hrs |
| Application End Date | July 14, 2024, 17:00 hrs |
| Selection Process | Based on merit list (average of Matriculation and ITI marks), followed by Document Verification |
| Training & Stipend | Training as per Central Apprenticeship Council standards, stipend as per extant rules |
| Employment Disclaimer | Training does not guarantee employment on Railways |
above overview of the NER Apprentice Recruitment 2024. For more details, refer to the official notification on the NER website.
Units and Vacancy Distribution
The following table provides a detailed breakdown of the available positions across different workshops and units:
| S.N. | Workshop/Unit | Slots |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mechanical Workshop, Gorakhpur | 411 |
| 2 | Signal Workshop, Gorakhpur Cantt | 63 |
| 3 | Bridge Workshop, Gorakhpur Cantt | 35 |
| 4 | Mechanical Workshop, Izzatnagar | 151 |
| 5 | Diesel Shed, Izzatnagar | 60 |
| 6 | Carriage & Wagon, Izzatnagar | 64 |
| 7 | Carriage & Wagon, Lucknow Jn | 155 |
| 8 | Diesel Shed, Gonda | 90 |
| 9 | Carriage & Wagon, Varanasi | 75 |
| Total | — | 1104 |
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years old as of June 12, 2024. Age relaxations apply as follows:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates: 3 years
- Divyang (PwBD) candidates: Up to 10 years
Essential Qualifications
- Educational Requirement: Candidates should have passed High School (10th) with a minimum of 50% marks.
- Technical Qualification: Candidates must possess an ITI certificate in the notified trade as of June 12, 2024.
Physical Standards
Selected candidates must present a medical certificate issued by an authorized medical officer during document verification. Eligibility for Divyang candidates will be governed by Railway Board guidelines.
Application Processing Fee
- General/OBC candidates: Rs. 100
- SC/ST/Divyang (PwBD)/Women candidates: Exempted from the fee
Application Process
Candidates are required to submit their applications online along with the processing fee through the NER website: indianrailways.gov.in.
- Application Start Date: June 12, 2024, at 10:00 hrs
- Application End Date: July 14, 2024, at 17:00 hrs
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a merit list prepared by averaging the percentage of marks obtained in both Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate marks) and ITI examination, giving equal weightage to both.
- Document Verification: Provisionally selected candidates will be called for document verification at Gorakhpur. They must bring a copy of the online application, medical certificate in the prescribed format, 4 passport-sized photographs, and all original certificates and testimonials.
Training and Stipend
The training will adhere to the standards and syllabus prescribed by the Central Apprenticeship Council, subject to registration with RDAT Kanpur. Selected candidates will receive a stipend as per extant rules.
Important Notes
- No Employment Claim: Act apprentices imparted training in Railway establishments will have no claim to seek employment on the Railways based on such training.
For detailed instructions and to apply online, visit the official NER website. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying, and submit your application within the specified timeframe.
Stay tuned for more updates and best of luck with your application!