The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released a notification for N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 inviting online applications for the engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961. The recruitment is for the training in designated trades in workshops, divisions, and units under Northeast Frontier Railway jurisdiction with a total of 6777 apprenticeship slots available. This N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 cycle covers the years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. Eligible candidates can apply online and must carefully choose their preferred units and trades.
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Vacancy Details
| Division/Unit | No. of Slots | Contact Address |
|---|---|---|
| Katihar (KIR) & Tindharia (TDH) Workshop | 1103 | Sr. Divisional Personnel Officer, Office of the Divisional Railway Manager (P), N. F. Railway, Katihar (Bihar) |
| Alipurduar (APDJ) | 651 | Sr. Divisional Personnel Officer, Office of the Divisional Railway Manager (P), N. F. Railway, Alipurduar Junction – 736 123 (West Bengal) |
| Rangiya (RNY) | 750 | Sr. Divisional Personnel Officer, Office of the Divisional Railway Manager (P), N. F. Railway, Rangiya – 781 354 (Assam) |
| Lumding (LMG) | 1274 | Sr. Divisional Personnel Officer, Office of the Divisional Railway Manager (P), N. F. Railway, Lumding – 782 447 (Assam) |
| Tinsukia (TSK) | 860 | Sr. Divisional Personnel Officer, Office of the Divisional Railway Manager(P), N. F. Railway, Hijuguri, Tinsukia – 786 125 (Assam) |
| New Bongaigaon Workshop (NBQS) & Engineering Workshop (EWS/BNGN) | 881 | Sr. Personnel Officer, Office of the Chief Workshop Manager, N. F. Railway Carriage & Wagon Workshop, New Bongaigaon – 783 381 (Assam) |
| Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS) | 763 | Assistant Personnel Officer, Office of the Chief Workshop Manager, N. F. Railway Carriage & Wagon Workshop, Dibrugarh – 786 001 (Assam) |
| Headquarter(HQ)/Maligaon – (Accounts, Civil Engineering, Medical, Personnel, Track Machine (TMC), Bridge Units, SWS/PNO, Stores) | 495 | Dy. Chief Personnel Officer/HQ & IR, Office of the General Manager(P), N.F. Railway, Maligaon, Guwahati-781011 (Assam) |
Salary and Benefits
Apprentices selected under the N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will receive a monthly stipend as per prescribed rates under extant rules. The minimum stipend for National Trade Certificate (NTC) or State Trade Certificate (STC) holders is ₹9,600 per month, effective from 11th September 2025. For apprentices exempted from one or two years under the apprenticeship curriculum, higher stipends of ₹10,560 and ₹11,040 are payable respectively. There is no hostel accommodation provided during the training period. Apprentices will be released upon completion of training.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates applying under N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must be aged between 15 and 24 years as of the closing date of application submission. Age relaxation is provided as follows:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates: 3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 10 years (plus 3 years if minimum 6 months of continuous service)
Educational Qualification
Applicants applying under N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 need to fulfill the following academic criteria:
- For all trades except Medical Laboratory Technicians, candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks and possess a National Trade Certificate (ITI) issued by NCVT/SCVT or a provisional certificate.
- Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology and Radiology) candidates must have passed 12th Class under the 10+2 system with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology securing at least 50% aggregate marks in both 10th and 12th.
- For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, the 50% marks requirement in Matriculation is relaxed.
Selection Process
Selection under N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be based strictly on academic merit and preference of trade/unit provided by candidates in the application. Merit lists are prepared unit-wise, trade-wise, and community-wise based on the average of Matriculation and ITI marks. For Medical Laboratory Technicians, the merit considers Matriculation and 12th Science marks. Document verification follows shortlisting. Age and date of matriculation are tie-breakers for candidates with equal marks.
Documents Required
- Matriculation (Class 10) mark sheet and pass certificate
- Senior Secondary (Class 12) mark sheet and pass certificate with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (for Medical Laboratory Technician candidates)
- Certificate for proof of date of birth (if not on Matriculation certificate)
- ITI consolidated mark sheets or provisional National Trade Certificate
- National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT or provisional certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate
- Disability certificate for PwBD candidates
- Discharge or serving certificate for Ex-Servicemen
- Economically Backward Class (EBC) certificate where applicable
Steps to Apply
- The candidate must visit the official website
- Navigate to General Info → Departments → Personnel → Act Apprentice Notification.
- Register online and fill the application form with accurate details.
- Select trade and unit preferences in order of priority.
- Upload required scanned documents.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Fee Structure
The candidate applying under N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must apply for a non-refundable application fee of ₹100 is payable online. Fee exemptions apply to SC, ST, PwBD, Economically Backward Class (EBC), and women candidates. EBC candidates must upload a valid income certificate issued on or after 1st April 2026. Modification of application after submission is allowed with a fee of ₹50 per correction except for registration details.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of Notification | 16th July 2026 |
| Opening Date for Online Application | 20th July 2026 at 09:00 hrs |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 19th August 2026 at 17:30 hrs |
Important Links
| Official Notification |
| Online Application Portal |
| N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility conditions for N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years old as of the closing date and have the required educational qualifications including ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
How many apprenticeship slots are available in N F Railway for 2026?
A total of 6777 apprenticeship slots are available across various divisions and workshops under N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Is there any age relaxation applicable?
Yes, age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, and additional relaxation for Ex-Servicemen are provided.
Where can candidates submit their applications?
Applications must be submitted online via the official NFR website: www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in. to apply under N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Will candidates be provided accommodation during the training period?
No hostel accommodation is provided, apprentices must arrange their own living facilities during the training.
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