Northern Railway in 2024: 4096 Vacancies for Interns – Apply Now!

4096 Vacancies for Act Apprentices at Northern Railway in 2024 – Apply Now!”

For those eager to start a career in the railway sector, the Northern Railway has unveiled a significant recruitment drive for Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act of 1961. With a total of 4096 vacancies, this presents a substantial opportunity for job seekers looking to join one of India’s largest railway networks. This article provides a detailed overview of the Northern Railway jobs for 2024, including essential information on application procedures, eligibility criteria, and key dates.

Details of Northern Railway Jobs for Act Apprentices

1. Total Number of Vacancies of Northern Railway

The Northern Railway has announced a total of 4096 vacancies for Act Apprentices. These positions are distributed across various divisions, units, and workshops within the Northern Railway zone. This extensive recruitment drive aims to fill positions in multiple trades, offering diverse opportunities for candidates with different skills and qualifications.

2. Important Dates

• Opening Date for Online Application: 16.08.2024
• Closing Date for Online Application: 16.09.2024
• Expected Date of Display of Merit List: November 2024

Candidates interested in these Northern Railway jobs should mark these dates on their calendar and ensure they complete the application process well before the closing date.

3. Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Northern Railway Act Apprenticeship, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Applicants must have completed SSC/Matriculation/10th class with a minimum of 50% marks. Additionally, they should possess an ITI in the relevant trade from an NCVT/SCVT recognized institution.
• Age Limit: The minimum age is 15 years, and the maximum age is 24 years as of 16.09.2024. Age relaxations are applicable as follows:
  • SC/ST candidates: 5 years
  • OBC candidates: 3 years
  • PwBD candidates: 10 years
  • Ex-servicemen: Up to 10+3 years

4. Application Fee

• Fee Amount: Rs. 100/- (Online only)
• Exemptions: The application fee is waived for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
• Payment Mode: The fee must be paid online through the designated payment gateway. Cash or other modes of payment will not be accepted.

5. Selection Process

• Merit-Based Selection: The selection for the Northern Railway jobs will be based solely on merit. The merit will be calculated from the average percentage marks obtained in Matriculation/SSC/10th and ITI examinations. There will be no written test or viva voce.
• Tie-Breaking Criteria: In cases where candidates have identical marks, preference will be given to older candidates or those who completed their examinations earlier.

6. Medical Fitness & Physical Standards

Candidates must adhere to the minimum physical fitness standards set forth by the Apprentices Act of 1961. A medical certificate from a government-authorized doctor (Assistant Surgeon or above) may be required during document verification. Specific allowances are made for candidates with disabilities, including:

• Locomotor Disability (LD)
• Visually Impaired (VI)
• Hearing Impaired (HI)
• Multiple Disabilities (MD)

7. Period of Training & Stipend

The training period and stipend will be in line with the applicable rules and regulations for apprenticeships. Detailed information will be provided to selected candidates.

8. Agreement of Training

Selected candidates will be required to sign a Contract of Apprenticeship before commencing training. If the candidate is a minor, the guardian must also sign the contract.

9. General Instructions

• Slot Availability: The number of slots is provisional and subject to change based on administrative needs. Reserved training places may be filled by candidates from other reserved categories if necessary.
• Online Registration: Completing the online registration does not guarantee eligibility or selection. Ensure that all documents are in order and correctly submitted.
• TA/DA: No travel or dearness allowances will be provided. Candidates must bear their own expenses for attending the selection process.

10. Invalid Applications

Applications may be rejected due to various reasons such as incomplete forms, incorrect documentation, or discrepancies in information provided. Ensure that all details are accurate and complete.

11. Miscellaneous

• RRC’s Responsibility: The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) is not responsible for any errors or issues in the advertisement. For assistance with online registration, candidates can contact the provided help line numbers.
• Impersonation Warning: Any use of unfair means or false documentation will result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

12. How to Apply

• Application Steps: Candidates must follow the online application procedure, which includes registration, form filling, fee payment, and document upload. Make sure to adhere to the guidelines for uploading photographs, signatures, and other required documents.

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13. Enclosures to be Uploaded

• Proof of date of birth
• Educational qualifications
• ITI marks
• Relevant certificates (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-SM)

14. Abbreviations Used

• UR: Unreserved
• SC: Scheduled Caste
• ST: Scheduled Tribe
• Ex-SM: Ex-Serviceman
• PwBD: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities

CLUSTER LUCKNOW (LKO)

LKO Division

Trade	Total
Mechanic Diesel	110
Electrician	30
Fitter	186
Carpenter	9
Electrician	33
Electrician	34
Electronics Mechanic	20
Total	422

Carriage Workshop AMV/LKO

Trade	Total
Carpenter	84
Fitter	160
Painter	37
Trimmer	22
Machinist	11
Welder	60
Total	374

Bridge Workshop CB/LKO

Trade	Total
Fitter	14
MMV	4
Forger & Heat Treater	3
Welder (G & G)/ Welder Structural	7
Painter	4
Machinist	5
Turner	1
Material Handling Equipment Mechanic cum Operator	5
Total	43

Rolling Stock Workshop (Loco & Carriage)/ CB/LKO

Trade	Total
Fitter	208
Electrician	80
Machinist	26
Welder	19
Total	333

Rolling Stock Workshop (Loco & Carriage Electric)/ CB/LKO

Trade	Total
Electrician	82
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning	118
Wireman	25
Total	225

CLUSTER AMBALA (UMB)

UMB Division

Trade	Total
Carpenter	24
Welder	46
Black Smith	12
Mason	3
Fitter	253
Painter	13
Electrician	23
Fitter (Elect) (Electrician)	16
Wireman	5
Mechanic Diesel	2
Mechanic Motor Vehicle	3
Electrician	60
Electrician	2
Electronics Mechanic	10
Data Entry Operator	10
Hammer Man	1
Turner	4
Crane Operator	5
Mechanic Diesel	2
Total	494

C&W POH W/S Jagadhari Yamuna Nagar

Trade	Total
Fitter	129
Welder	65
Carpenter	61
Painter	59
Machinist	39
Wireman	29
Electrician	24
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning	14
Total	420

CLUSTER Moradabad (MB)

MB Division

Trade	Total
Data Entry Operator	14
Stenographer	2
Total	16

CLUSTER DELHI (DLI)

C&W NZM

Trade	Total
Fitter	30
Carpenter	20
Welder	13
Total	63

C&W (Elec.) W/Shop/ New Delhi & C & W

Trade	Total
Fitter	60
Carpenter	45
Welder	31
Total	136

C&W W/Shop/Delhi

Trade	Total
Fitter	32
Carpenter	21
Welder	14
Total	67

Electric Loco Shed/GZB

Trade	Total
Electrician	40
Fitter	40
Welder/Gas & Electric	9
Machinist	8
Total	97

EMU Car Shed/GZB

Trade	Total
Fitter (Elect.)	50
Fitter (Mech.)	48
Welder	5
Painter	5
Carpenter	6
Machinist	5
Total	119

DSL Shed TKD

Trade	Total
Fitter	67
Mechanic Diesel	55
Turner	7
Welder	7
Total	136

DSL Shed SSB

Trade	Total
Fitter	46
Total	46

Electrical (TRD)

Trade	Total
Electrician	98
Total	98

Personnel Department

Trade	Total
Data Entry Operator	15
Steno (English)	5
Total	20

S&T/Signal

Trade	Total
Electronics Mechanic	63
Total	63

S&T/Tele

Trade	Total
Electronics Mechanic	29
Total	29

S&T/WS/GZB

Trade	Total
Electrician	6
Electronics Mechanic	3
Welder G&E	4
Fitter	2
Painter	2
Mechanic (Machine Tool Maintenance)	2
Total	19

NHRQ/NDLS “P” Branch

Trade	Total
Stenographer (English)	40
Stenographer (Hindi)	25
Computer Operator & Programming Assistant	9
Data Entry Operator	60
Total	134

CLUSTER FIROZPUR (FZR)

DSL Shed, LDH

Trade	Total
Electrician	98
Mech. DSL	114
Turner	7
Carpenter	3
Painter	2
Welder/G&E	7
Mechanic Motor Vehicle	4
Total	235

DMU Car Shed, JUC

Trade	Total
Electrician	15
Mechanic Diesel	35
Welder/G&E	5
Turner	3
Total	58

C&W/Depot/ FZR

Trade	Total
Welder	4
Carpenter	5
Fitter	75
Total	84

ELS/Shed/LDH

Trade	Total
Electrician	35
Fitter	34
Welder/G&E	3
Total	72

Bridge Workshop Jalandhar

Trade	Total
Plate Fitter	16
Welder	12
Fitter	7
Machine Operator	11
Slinger	6
M.W.D. Fitter	2
Pipe Fitter	2
Crane Operator	2
Total	58

CWM/ASR

Trade	Total
Painter	5
Electrician	15
Welder (G & E)	24
Fitter	30

| Total | 74|

Carriage Workshop/FZR

Trade	Total
Fitter	53
Electrician	40
Welder (G&E)	27
Carpenter	15
Painter	12
Total	147

CLUSTER KANPUR (CNB)

CNB Division

Trade	Total
Electrician	17
Mechanic Diesel	70
Fitter	120
Welder	3
Carpenter	2
Mechanic Motor Vehicle	1
Machinist	7
Total	220

CW/P’bad

Trade	Total
Electrician	7
Welder	1
Mechanic Diesel	2
Total	10

FAQ: Northern Railway Jobs – Act Apprenticeship 2024

Conclusion

The Northern Railway jobs for Act Apprentices in 2024 offer a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in the railway sector. With 4096 vacancies available, there is ample scope for candidates with various skills and qualifications. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria, prepare your application meticulously, and submit it before the deadline. For more information and to apply, visit the official RRC website. Don’t miss out on this chance to start a rewarding career with the Northern Railway!