RRC Recruitment 2024

RRC Recruitment 2024, Apply Online for 5,647 Apprenticeship Posts

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The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced a significant recruitment drive, inviting online applications for 5,647 Act Apprentice positions. This recruitment is open for eligible candidates under the Apprentices Act of 1961 for training in designated trades across various divisions and workshops. Below is a comprehensive guide covering essential information on eligibility, the application process, and other details.

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

RRC NFR Vacancy Details

The apprenticeship slots are distributed across multiple divisions and units within the Northeast Frontier Railway. Here’s an overview:

Division/WorkshopNumber of Slots
Katihar (KIR) & Tindharia (TDH)812
Alipurduar (APDJ)413
Rangiya (RNY)435
Lumding (LMG)950
Tinsukia (TSK)580
New Bongaigaon Workshop (NBQS)982
Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS)814
NFR Headquarter (HQ)/Maligaon661

RRC NFR Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  1. Matriculation (10th Pass): Minimum 50% aggregate marks.
  2. ITI Certification: Must possess a National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.
  3. For Laboratory Technicians:
    • 12th-grade pass with a minimum of 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 15 years
  • Maximum Age: 24 years (as of December 3, 2024)
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC/ST: 5 years
    • OBC: 3 years
    • PwBD: 10 years

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RRC NFR Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based on their academic performance, with merit lists prepared by unit and trade. The final panel will be derived from an average of marks in matriculation and ITI certification, ensuring a fair selection process.

Tie-Breaking Criteria

  1. If two or more candidates have the same score, preference will be given to the older candidate.
  2. If the birth date is also identical, the candidate who passed the matriculation exam earlier will rank higher.

Reservation Details

The recruitment includes specific quotas for various categories as per government rules:

  • SC/ST/OBC: Caste certificate required.
  • Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 10% reservation. Certificate issued after April 1, 2024, must be provided.
  • Ex-Servicemen (ExSM): Prioritization given to children of ex-servicemen, jawans, and officers.

Application Fee

  • General/OBC: ₹100
  • SC/ST/PwBD and Women: Exempted from the fee.

How to Apply for Railway RRC NFR Recruitment 2024?

Candidates are required to apply online through the official NFR website:

  1. Registration: Candidates must register and keep their login credentials safe for future use.
  2. Application Form: Complete the form carefully, as false information will lead to disqualification.
  3. Document Upload:
    • Passport-sized photograph
    • Signature
    • Educational certificates (Matriculation, ITI, or 12th Science for technicians)
    • Caste and disability certificates, if applicable
  4. Fee Payment: Through the online gateway. Once successful, candidates will be redirected to finalize the application.

Required Documents

  • Matriculation (10th) Marksheet and Certificate
  • ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) for applicable trades
  • Caste, PwBD, and EWS certificates
  • Medical certificate (Annexure-XI in notification)

Training Duration and Stipend

  • Training Period: Typically 1 year for most trades.
  • Stipend: As per government regulations.
  • Accommodation: Not provided; candidates must arrange their own.