Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is inviting applications for 22 vacancies under the Scouts & Guides Quota for the recruitment year 2026-27. Candidates must have valid Scout/Guide qualifications and meet specific age and educational requirements based on the level of posts.
For the 12 Level-2 posts, NFR has prescribed a general qualification along with separate conditions for two specific categories of posts - Clerk-cum-Typist and Artisan (Technical).
Pass in 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in aggregate.
The 50% aggregate condition is relaxed for ST/SC and Ex-Servicemen candidates, and is not insisted upon where the candidat...
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Educational Qualification for Level-1 Posts
For the 10 Level-1 posts, the educational requirement is centered around ITI training rather than a 12th-pass qualification. 10th pass along with an ITI certificate from an institution recognized by NCVT/SCVT or its equivalent. Alternatively, candidates holding a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) granted by NCVT are also eligible.
Mandatory Scouts & Guides Qualification
This recruitment is exclusively for candidates with a genuine, verifiable background in the Scouts & Guides movement. Candidates lacking any of the conditions below are not eligible to apply, regardless of educational qualification.
Must hold the rank of President Scout / President Guide / Rover / Ranger, OR be a holder of the Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) in any section.
Must have been an active mem...
Division-Wise Distribution of Posts
NFR has specified that a fixed number of posts are earmarked per railway division under this recruitment. This helps candidates understand where these vacancies are physically located. As per the notification, 2 posts are allotted per Railway Division across the following five divisions: Tinsukia, Lumding, Rangiya, Alipurduar, and Katihar.
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How to Apply
Candidates can access the complete official notification and the application process directly from the Northeast Frontier Railway's official website. The detailed notification carries the full eligibility annexures, application format, and submission instructions.