The province has a solid formation programme based on the guidelines prepared by the formation Conference in Rome in which delegates from the units all over the world participated. The initial formation consists of :
- 1 year candidacy where much attention is paid to 'Deepening of Vocation', the study of English, Catechism, and other studies for enrichment.
 
- Those who have not completed their plus to complete the plus two.
 
- Self-surrender: Embracing a life of obedience, humility, and trust in God's providence.
 
- Self-surrender: Embracing a life of obedience, humility, and trust in God's providence.
 
- Two year novitiate, Matigara, West Bengal
 
- Juniorate of 6 years for mission involvement and completing the college studies
 
- Tertianship : 6 Months of intense preparation before the Total Commitment for Life ( Final Vows)
 
- On – Going Formation: Daily surrender and continuous self-giving in love makes Religious Life better worth and meaningful. Hence, on going formation is an inevitable part of our Christ - Like becoming and growing.
 
For further information contact 
Sister Leena Mary SND
Contact No. 09113105361
Sisters of Notre Dame, Harmu Housing Colony (near St. Francis School) 
Ranchi-834002, Jharkhand. 
Vocation Promoter: 
Sister Mary Swati, SND
Contact No. 08135814816
Notre Dame Convent, Vikas Nagar, Bartoli, 
Gumla-835207, Jharkhand.