NF Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released the official notification for the engagement of 6777 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the training session 2025-2026 & 2026-2027.
Eligible ITI-qualified candidates can submit their online applications from 20 July 2026 through the official website of Northeast Frontier Railway.
This recruitment offers apprenticeship opportunities in various trades across divisions and workshops located in Assam, Bihar and West Bengal.
Details for NF Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 6777 |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship |
| Advertisement No. | NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 19 August 2026 |
| Official Website | nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Vacancy 2026
A total of 6777 Apprentice vacancies are available.
| Division / Workshop | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Katihar & Tindharia Workshop | 1103 |
| Alipurduar Division | 651 |
| Rangiya Division | 750 |
| Lumding Division | 1274 |
| Tinsukia Division | 860 |
| New Bongaigaon Workshop & Engineering Workshop | 881 |
| Dibrugarh Workshop | 763 |
| Headquarters, Maligaon | 495 |
| Total | 6777 |
Category-wise Vacancy Break-up (All Units Combined)
| Category | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| UR | 2686 |
| OBC | 1832 |
| SC | 1056 |
| ST | 515 |
| EWS | 688 |
| ESM (horizontal, included in total) | 677 |
| PwBD (horizontal, included in total) | 271 |
Eligible Trades
Some major trades include:
- Fitter
- Electrician
- Welder
- Carpenter
- Plumber
- Turner
- Machinist
- COPA
- Secretarial Assistant
- Lineman
- Draughtsman (Civil)
- Surveyor
- Mechanic Diesel
- Mechanic Refrigeration & AC
- Electronics Mechanic
- Painter
- Health Sanitary Inspector
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Computer Networking Technician
- CAD/CAM Operator
- Structural Welder
- Building Maintenance Technician
- Information & Communication Technology System Maintenance
(Candidates should possess the corresponding NCVT/SCVT ITI trade certificate.)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed Class 10 (Matriculation) with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- Possess an NCVT/SCVT ITI Certificate in the relevant trade.
For Medical Laboratory Technician
Candidates should have:
- 10th Pass
- 12th (Science) with Physics, Chemistry & Biology
- Minimum 50% marks
Age Limit
As of 19 August 2026
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| Women | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| EBC | Nil |
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Merit Calculation
Merit will be prepared using the average percentage of:
- Matriculation Marks
- ITI Marks
For Medical Laboratory Technician posts:
- 10th Marks
- 12th Science Marks
No written examination or interview will be conducted.
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a stipend in accordance with the Apprentices Act.
Current minimum stipend:
- ₹9,600 per month
Higher-year apprentices will receive an increased stipend according to applicable rules.
How to Apply:
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official website of Northeast Frontier Railway at https://nfr.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Go to General Info → Departments → Personnel → Act Apprentice Notification.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link.
- Register yourself using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Log in with your registration credentials.
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and ITI details carefully.
- Select your preferred Unit, Department, and Trade in the order of preference. Only one application is allowed per candidate.
- Upload the required scanned documents, including:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 Mark Sheet & Certificate
- ITI Mark Sheet
- NCVT/SCVT Trade Certificate
- Class 12 Mark Sheet (for Medical Laboratory Technician posts only)
- Caste/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman certificates (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 (if applicable) through the online payment gateway. SC, ST, PwBD, EBC, and Women candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
- Review all the details carefully and submit the application form.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Notification Released | 16 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 July 2026 (09:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 August 2026 (05:30 PM) |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – NF Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
What is the total number of vacancies in the Northeast Frontier Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6,777 Act Apprentice vacancies have been announced across various divisions, workshops, and units of Northeast Frontier Railway.
What is the starting date to apply online for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The online application process will start on 20 July 2026 at 09:00 AM.
3. What is the last date to apply for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 19 August 2026, up to 05:30 PM.
What is the educational qualification required for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) with at least 50% marks and possess a valid NCVT/SCVT ITI certificate in the relevant trade. For Medical Laboratory Technician posts, candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
What is the age limit for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates should be 15 to 24 years of age as of 19 August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.