Engagement of Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961
The North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur invites applications from eligible candidates for 1,104 Apprenticeship positions across various workshops and units.
Position Details
Total Vacancies: 1,104
| Workshop/Unit | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Workshop, Gorakhpur | 411 |
| Signal Workshop, Gorakhpur Cantt | 63 |
| Bridge Workshop, Gorakhpur Cantt | 35 |
| Mechanical Workshop, Izzatnagar | 151 |
| Diesel Shed, Izzatnagar | 60 |
| Carriage & Wagon, Izzatnagar | 64 |
| Carriage & Wagon, Lucknow Jn | 155 |
| Diesel Shed, Gonda | 90 |
| Carriage & Wagon, Varanasi | 75 |
Trade-Wise Vacancy Distribution:
| Trade | Total Vacancies | Training Period |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | Varies | 1 Year |
| Welder | Varies | 1 Year |
| Electrician | Varies | 1 Year |
| Carpenter | Varies | 1 Year |
| Painter | Varies | 1 Year |
| Machinist | Varies | 1 Year |
| Turner | Varies | 1 Year |
| Mechanic Diesel | Varies | 1 Year |
| Trimmer | Varies | 1 Year |
(For category-wise distribution, refer to the official notification.)
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification (as of 24.01.2025):
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board.
- Must hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.
- Age Limit (as of 24.01.2025):
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
Selection Process
- Selection will be based on merit determined by the average percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation and ITI.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification at Gorakhpur.
Application Process
- Application Timeline:
- Start Date: 24th January 2025 (10:00 AM)
- End Date: 23rd February 2025 (5:00 PM)
- Application Fee:
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted
- How to Apply:
- Candidates must apply online at www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Ensure eligibility before applying.
- Documents Required at the Time of Verification:
- Matriculation (10th) certificate & mark sheet
- ITI certificate & mark sheet
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Medical fitness certificate in prescribed format
- Aadhaar card and passport-size photos
Training & Stipend
- Training will be provided as per Apprenticeship Rules, 1992.
- Stipend will be paid at prescribed government rates.
General Instructions
- Selection as an apprentice does not guarantee employment in the railways.
- No TA/DA will be provided for document verification.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Updates will be available on NER official website.