Northeast Frontier Railway Scouts and Guides Recruitment 2025 Application Form (12 Vacancies)
Northeast Frontier Railway Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) invites applications from eligible candidates with Scouts & Guides qualifications for recruitment against Scouts & Guides Quota for the year 2025-26. Applications for 2 posts in Level-2 (GP ₹1900) and 10 posts in Level-1 (GP ₹1800) must be sent offline by 07/07/2025 (17:00 hours), with an extended deadline of 17/07/2025 for candidates from specified remote areas.
In this article, job aspirants can find details about the NFR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, pay scale, selection process, important dates, and the application process. The last date for submission of the offline application is 07/07/2025.
NFR Scouts & Guides Quota Recruitment 2025 | Railway Job Update | Notification Overview
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Name of the Post |
Scouts & Guides Quota Posts |
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Total Vacancies |
12 |
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Age Limit |
18-30/33 (Level-2/Level-1, as on 01/07/2025) |
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Pay Scale |
Level-2 (GP ₹ 1900), Level-1 (GP ₹ 1800) |
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Educational Qualification |
12th Pass or 10th Pass/ ITI |
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Selection Process |
Written Test, Marks on Certificates, Document Verification |
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Closing Date |
07/07/2025 (17:00 hours) |
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Job Location |
Northeast Frontier Railway Divisions |
NFR Scouts & Guides Vacancy List 2025:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Level |
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Scouts & Guides Quota (Level-2) |
02 |
Level-2 (GP ₹1900) |
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Scouts & Guides Quota (Level-1) |
10 |
Level-1 (GP ₹1800) |
NFR Scouts & Guides Pay Scale:
Level-2 (Grade Pay ₹1900) and Level-1 (Grade Pay ₹1800) of the 7th Central Pay Commission, with applicable allowances as per Northeast Frontier Railway rules.
NFR Scouts & Guides Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025):
Level-2: 18-30 years (UR), 18-33 (OBC), 18-35 (SC/ST). Level-1: 18-33 years (UR), 18-36 (OBC), 18-38 (SC/ST). Additional relaxation as per Government rules for Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, etc.
Educational Qualifications:
(1) Level-2 (GP ₹1900): 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent with minimum 50% marks (not required for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen or candidates with higher qualifications like Graduation/Post Graduation). Typewriting proficiency (30 wpm English/25 wpm Hindi) required for clerical posts. For Artisan posts: Matriculation + ITI certificate.
(2) Level-1 (GP ₹1800): 10th pass or ITI from NCVT/SCVT-recognized institutions or equivalent or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC).
Scouts & Guides Qualifications:
(1) President Scout/ Guide/ Rover/ Ranger or Himalayan Wood Badge (HWB) holder.
(2) Active member of Scouts organization for the last 5 years (01/04/2018 onwards) with Certificate of Activeness (Annexure-C).
(3) Attended two events at National/ All Indian Railways level and two events at State level.
NFR Scouts & Guides Selection Process:
Written Test: 60 marks (40 objective questions, 1 essay-type question on Scouts & Guides organization, activities, and general knowledge; syllabus as per notification).
Marks on Certificates: 40 marks (National/State events, specialized courses, district rallies).
Document Verification: Original certificates required.
Medical Examination: Candidates must pass prescribed medical standards.
NFR Scouts & Guides Application Fee:
₹ 500/- for UR/OBC/EWS candidates (₹ 400/- refundable after written test appearance).
₹ 250/- for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Minorities/EBC (fully refundable after written test appearance).
Payment via Indian Postal Order (IPO) in favor of PFA/NF Railway, payable at Maligaon Post Office, Guwahati.
How to Apply for NFR Scouts & Guides Recruitment 2025:
➢ Eligible Interested candidates apply in prescribed application format.
➢ Attach self-attested copies of age proof, educational/ technical qualifications, Scouts & Guides certificates, SC/ST/OBC certificates (if applicable), and event participation certificates.
➢ Include three passport-size photographs in Scouts & Guides uniform (one pasted, two clipped, signed on front top).
➢ Enclose IPO and two self-addressed envelopes (24×10 cm) with ₹ 6/- postage stamps (except SC/ST candidates).
➢ Send by ordinary post or drop in the designated Application Box (separate for Level-2 and Level-1) at: Senior Personnel Officer (Recruitment & IR), Office of the Principal Chief Personnel Officer, Northeast Frontier Railway HQ, Maligaon, Guwahati-781011, Assam, by 07/07/2025 (17:00 hours) or 17/07/2025 for remote areas.
➢ Superscribe envelope with “APPLICATION AGAINST SCOUTS & GUIDES QUOTA, E.N. No. 01/2025, GP [1900/1800] & COMMUNITY.”
Important Links:
Important Dates:
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Opening Date for Application |
06/06/2025 |
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Closing Date for Application |
07/07/2025 (17:00 hours) |
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Extended Closing Date (Remote Areas) |
17/07/2025 |
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Written Test Date |
To be Notified |
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is the last date to apply for NFR Scouts & Guides Recruitment 2025?
07 July 2025 (17:00 hours); 17 July 2025 for remote areas
2. What is the eligibility for NFR Level-2 posts?
12th pass with 50% marks, Scouts & Guides qualifications
3. What is the eligibility for NFR Level-1 posts?
10th pass or ITI, Scouts & Guides qualifications
4. What is the maximum age limit for NFR Scouts & Guides Recruitment 2025?
30 years (Level-2), 33 years (Level-1) for UR, with relaxations
5. How many vacancies are available in NFR Scouts & Guides Recruitment 2025?
Total 12 Vacancies
