Latest North Eastern Railway Recruitment 2025 with list of all current vacancy details, online application forms and eligibility criteria. North Eastern Railway is one of the 17 railway zones in India.
It is headquartered at Gorakhpur and comprises Lucknow and Faizabad, Varanasi divisions as well as reorganized Izzatnagar division. The North Eastern Railway passes through/connects to many important tourist and cultural centres like Varanasi, Sarnath, Lucknow, Allahabad, Kushinagar, Lumbani, Ballia, Jaunpur, Ayodhaya, Nainital, Ranikhet, Kausani and Dudhwa.
Sarkarijobs team keeps track of all vacancies announced by North Eastern Railway on this page. You can also access the current jobs and download required forms on the official website at www.ner.indianrailways.gov.in – Below is the complete list of all North Eastern Railway recruitment for the current year where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:
NER Recruitment 2026 for 11 Scouts and Guides Quota Group C and Group D Posts | Last Date: 6th November 2026
Railway Recruitment Cell, North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur, has announced 11 vacancies under the Scouts and Guides Quota for 2026–27. The recruitment includes three Group C positions in Pay Level 2 and eight erstwhile Group D positions in Pay Level 1. Candidates require the prescribed Class 10, Class 12 or ITI/apprenticeship qualifications, along with mandatory Scouting and Guiding credentials. These regular cadre positions are distributed across Gorakhpur, BLW Varanasi, Izzatnagar, Lucknow and Varanasi units in Uttar Pradesh. Selection will be based on a written examination, certificate assessment, document verification and medical examination. Online applications opened on October 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM and close on November 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
NER Recruitment 2026 Notification
Name of Organization
Railway Recruitment Cell, North Eastern Railway, Gorakhpur
Employment Notice Number
NER/RRC/SG/2026-27
Post Names
Group C Level 2 and erstwhile Group D Level 1 posts under Scouts and Guides Quota
Education
Class 12 with prescribed marks or Class 10 with relevant ITI/completed Act Apprenticeship for Level 2; Class 10/ITI/equivalent/NAC for Level 1
Additional Qualification
Mandatory Scouting/Guiding award, active membership and event participation
Total Vacancies
11: Level 2 – 3; Level 1 – 8
Apply Mode
Online
Employment Type
Regular cadre posts
Job Location
Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Izzatnagar and Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Application Start Date
October 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM
Last Date To Apply
November 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM
NER Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Group C Level 2 – North Eastern Railway, Gorakhpur
2
Class 12 with 50% aggregate, subject to exemptions, or Class 10 with relevant ITI/completed Act Apprenticeship
Group C Level 2 – BLW Varanasi
1
Class 12 with 50% aggregate, subject to exemptions, or Class 10 with relevant ITI/completed Act Apprenticeship
Group D Level 1 – BLW Varanasi
2
Class 10, ITI or equivalent, or NAC granted by NCVT
Group D Level 1 – Izzatnagar Division
2
Class 10, ITI or equivalent, or NAC granted by NCVT
Group D Level 1 – Lucknow Division
2
Class 10, ITI or equivalent, or NAC granted by NCVT
Group D Level 1 – Varanasi Division
2
Class 10, ITI or equivalent, or NAC granted by NCVT
Total
11
Mandatory Scouting/Guiding qualifications apply to both levels
Salary
Post Category
Pay Matrix
Group C
Level 2
Erstwhile Group D
Level 1
Reference pay ranges are ₹19,900–₹63,200 for Level 2 and ₹18,000–₹56,900 for Level 1.
Applicable allowances and benefits will follow Indian Railways rules.
Age Limit
Post Category
Age as on January 1, 2027
Level 2
18–30 years
Level 1
18–33 years
Category
Upper-Age Relaxation / Limit
SC/ST
Five years
OBC-NCL
Three years
PwBD
Ten years; 13 years for OBC-NCL and 15 years for SC/ST
Eligible Ex-servicemen
Defence service duration plus three years, subject to service conditions
Eligible Jammu and Kashmir Domicile Candidates
Five years under the specified domicile conditions
Widowed/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women Not Remarried
UR: 35 years; OBC-NCL: 38 years; SC/ST: 40 years
Eligible Railway Staff/Casual Labour/Substitutes with Three Years’ Service
North Eastern Railway Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 1104 Apprentice Posts | Last Date: 15th November 2025
North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur, has released Vacancy Circular No: NER/RRC/Act Apprentice/2026-27 for engagement of 1104 Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This large-scale recruitment is open to eligible candidates who have passed 10th class and ITI in the relevant trade. Selected candidates will undergo training in various workshops and units of NER located in Uttar Pradesh. Applications must be submitted online before 15th November 2025 through the official apprentice portal.
North Eastern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notice
The selection will be made based on a merit list, which takes into account marks scored in 10th (minimum 50%) and ITI, with equal weightage. Candidates from SC/ST/PwBD/Female categories are exempt from application fees.
Workshop-Wise Vacancy and Qualification
Workshop / Unit
Vacancy
Education
Mechanical Workshop, Gorakhpur
390
10th + ITI
Signal Workshop, Gorakhpur Cantt
63
10th + ITI
Bridge Workshop, Gorakhpur Cantt
35
10th + ITI
Mechanical Workshop, Izzatnagar
142
10th + ITI
Diesel Shed, Izzatnagar
60
10th + ITI
Carriage & Wagon, Izzatnagar
64
10th + ITI
Carriage & Wagon, Lucknow Jn
149
10th + ITI
Diesel Shed, Gonda
88
10th + ITI
Carriage & Wagon, Varanasi
73
10th + ITI
TRD, Varanasi
40
10th + ITI
Eligibility Criteria
Education
Candidates must have passed High School (10th) with minimum 50% marks
Must have ITI certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT
Qualification must be completed before 16.10.2025
Age Limit
Maximum Age: 24 years
Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per government rules
Salary
Stipend: As per Apprentices Act rules
Application Fee
General/OBC: Rs. 100/-
SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Exempted from fee
Selection Process
Merit List based on:
50% weightage to marks in 10th (with at least 50%)
North Eastern Railway Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 49 Group C and Group D Posts | Last Date: 10th November 2025
North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur has released a recruitment notification under Vacancy Circular No: NER/RRC/SQ/2025-26 for the selection of 49 candidates in Group C and Group D categories under the Sports Quota. Eligible Indian citizens who have completed 10th, 12th, ITI, or a degree qualification can apply online for these posts before the last date. The recruitment is being conducted for various disciplines and pay levels ranging from GP-1800 to GP-2800. Appointments will be full-time and based at NER units in Uttar Pradesh. The selection process will be based on trials and interviews. Candidates must ensure they fulfill the educational and age requirements before applying. The official online application portal is open until 10th November 2025.
RRC NER Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 for 1104 Act Apprentices Vacancy [CLOSED]
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Eastern Railway (NER), Gorakhpur has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1104 Act Apprentices across various workshops and units. The recruitment is open to ITI pass candidates looking for training opportunities under the Apprentices Act 1961. This is a golden opportunity for those seeking hands-on training in Indian Railways’ technical units.
The online application process begins on 24th January 2025 and the last date for submission is 23rd February 2025. Selection will be based on a merit list prepared by considering matriculation and ITI marks with equal weightage. Interested candidates can apply through the official website ner.indianrailways.gov.in before the deadline.
North Eastern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview
Workshop/Unit Wise North Eastern Railway Apprentice Vacancy Details
Workshop/Unit
Total Post
Mechanical Workshop/ Gorakhpur
411
Bridge Workshop /Gorakhpur Cantt
35
Diesel Shed / Izzatnagar
60
Carriage & Wagon / Lucknow Jn
155
Carriage & Wagon /Varanasi
75
Signal Workshop/ Gorakhpur Cantt
63
Mechanical Workshop/ Izzatnagar
151
Carriage & Wagon /lzzatnagar
64
Diesel Shed / Gonda
90
Total
1104
Eligibility Criteria and Requirements
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
Passed High School (10th) with a minimum of 50% marks.
Completed ITI in the relevant trade from a recognized institution.
Age Limit
The age requirement is 15 to 24 years as of 24th January 2025.
Age relaxation applies as per government norms.
Salary
The stipend will be provided as per Indian Railways Act Apprentice rules.
Application Fee
General/OBC Candidates: ₹100
SC/ST/EWS/Women Candidates: No Fee
Fees can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or Mobile Wallets.
Selection Process
The selection process is based on a merit list, which is prepared by taking the average percentage of marks obtained in both matriculation (10th) and ITI examination, with equal weightage to both.
How to Apply
Visit the official website: ner.indianrailways.gov.in.
Navigate to the recruitment section and locate the Apprentice Notification 2025.
Click on the apply link and complete the registration process.
Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
Upload necessary documents, including scanned certificates.
North Eastern Railway Recruitment 2022 for 20+ Jr. Technical Associate Posts [Closed]
North Eastern Railway Recruitment 2022: North Eastern Railway has issued latest notification for 20+ Jr. Technical Associate Vacancies. Any candidate having required educational qualification is eligible to apply including candidate who have completed Diploma in concerned subject from recognized institute. Required education, salary information, application fee and age limit requirement are as following. Eligible candidates must submit applications on or before 5th July 2022 through online mode. See the notification below to see vacancies/positions available, eligibility criteria and other requirements.
North Eastern Railway
Name of Organization:
North Eastern Railway
Post Title:
Jr. Technical Associate
Education:
Diploma in concerned subject from recognized institute
Total Vacancies:
20+
Job Location:
UP and Other States – India
Start Date:
22nd June 2022
Last Date To Apply:
5th July 2022
Name of Posts, Qualifications & Eligibility
Post
Qualification
Jr. Technical Associate(20)
Candidate must have completed Diploma in concerned subject from recognized institute
Age Limit
Lower Age Limit: 18 Years Upper Age Limit: 33 Years
Salary Information
Please see notification for details.
Application Fee
All other candidates: Rs.500 (Rs.400 will be refund to those who will actually appear in Personality/Intelligence Test, after deducting Bank charge)
Fee for SC/ST/Ex-servicemen/Women/ EBC: Rs. 250 (Rs.250 will be refund to those who will actually appear in Personality/Intelligence Test, after deducting Bank charge)
Candidates should make only online payment
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on Written Exam / Interview.
North Eastern Railway Recruitment 2022 for 21+ Sports Quota Posts [Closed]
North Eastern Railway Recruitment Recruitment 2022: North Eastern Railway Recruitment has issued latest notification for 21+ Sports Quota Vacancies. Required education, salary information, application fee and age limit requirement are as following. Eligible candidates must submit applications on or before 25th April 2022. See the notification below to see vacancies/positions available, eligibility criteria and other requirements.
Name of Organization:
North Eastern Railway Recruitment
Total Vacancies:
21+
Job Location:
Uttar Pradesh / India
Start Date:
26th March 2022
Last Date To Apply:
25th April 2022
Name of Posts, Qualifications & Eligibility
Post
Qualification
Sport Quota (21)
Candidate must have completed 10+2/university degree or its equivalent
Game & Discipline Wise RRC NER Sports Person Vacancy 2022 Details:
Game & Discipline
No of Vacancy
Cricket – Men
02
Kabaddi – Men
02
Basketball – Men
01
Hockey (Men)
02
Hockey (Women)
02
Volleyball – Men
02
Hand Ball – Men
02
Wrestling – Men
02
Wrestling – Women
02
Athletics Men
02
Athletics Women
01
Weight Lifting – Women
01
Total
21
Age Limit:
Lower Age Limit: 18 Years Upper Age Limit: 25 Years
Salary Information:
Rs. 5200-20200 /-
Application Fee:
All other candidates: Rs.500
Fee for SC/ST/Ex-servicemen/PWBD/women/Minorities and EBC: Rs. 250
Examination fee through online mode.
Selection Process:
Candidates will be selected based on Written Exam / Interview.
NER Apprentice Recruitment 2019 for 1104+ Act Apprentice Vacancies [Closed]
North Eastern Railway (NER) Recruitment 2019: NER has issued latest notification for 1104+ Act Apprentice Vacancies. Required education, salary information, application fee and age limit requirement are as following. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply to the post in prescribed manner. See the notification below to see vacancies/positions available, eligibility criteria and other requirements. Eligible candidates must submit applications on or before 25 December 2019.
Name of Organization:
North Eastern Railway (NER)
Total Vacancies:
1104+
Job Location:
Lucknow & Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)
Start Date:
26 November 2019
Last Date To Apply:
25 December 2019
Name of Posts, Qualifications & Eligibility
Post
Qualification
Act Apprentice (1104)
10th with minimum 50% marks & ITI in notified trade
Age Limit:
Lower Age Limit: 15 Years Upper Age Limit: 24 Years
Salary Information
Please see notification for details
Application Fee:
For Gen/OBC: 100/- For EWS/SC/ST/PWD/Women: No Fee