NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - 6777 Vacancies
Brief Information
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released a recruitment notification for 6777 Act Apprentice positions across various Workshops, Divisions, and Units in Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar. Candidates who have passed Matriculation (10th) with 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade are eligible to apply. Selection is purely merit-based on academic performance. Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official NFR website.
Overview
| Organization/Department | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 6777 |
| Qualification | Matriculation (10th) with 50% + ITI in relevant trade |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 Years (as on closing date) |
| Apply Date | 20-07-2026, (09:00 AM) |
| Last Date | 19-08-2026, (05:30 PM) |
| Apply Fees | ₹100 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women/EBC exempted) |
| Salary (Monthly) | ₹9,600 - ₹11,040 (as per apprenticeship year) |
| Job Location | Assam, West Bengal, Bihar |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
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Age Limit (as on closing date)
Minimum: 15 Years — Maximum: 24 Years
Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwBD: 10 Years, Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 Years
Educational Qualification
- For ITI Trades: Matriculation (10th) with minimum 50% aggregate marks + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade.
- For Medical Lab Technician: 12th (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry & Biology with minimum 50% marks in both Class 10 & 12.
- Note: SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from the 50% minimum marks requirement in Matriculation.
Important Dates (Tentative)
| Notification Date | 14 July 2026 |
|---|---|
| Apply Start | 20 July 2026 (09:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 August 2026 (05:30 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 19 August 2026 (05:30 PM) |
| Document Verification | To be notified after application |
| Merit List Release | To be notified |
Unit-wise Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Unit (Division/Workshop) | Location | Total Slots |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Katihar (KIR) & Tindharia (TDH) Workshop | Bihar | 1103 |
| 2 | Alipurduar (APDJ) | West Bengal | 651 |
| 3 | Rangiya (RNY) | Assam | 750 |
| 4 | Lumding (LMG) | Assam | 1274 |
| 5 | Tinsukia (TSK) | Assam | 860 |
| 6 | New Bongaigaon Workshop (NBQS) & Engineering Workshop | Assam | 881 |
| 7 | Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS) | Assam | 763 |
| 8 | Headquarters (HQ)/Maligaon | Assam | 495 |
| Total | 6777 | ||
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Selection Process
- Merit List Preparation: Based on the average of Matriculation (50% minimum) and ITI marks (or 12th Science for Medical Lab Technician).
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates are called in a ratio of 1.5 times the number of vacancies.
- Medical Fitness: Must submit a medical certificate from a Government authorized doctor (Gazetted) at the time of DV.
- Final Engagement: Subject to the verification of all original documents and medical fitness.
Trade-wise Eligibility (Sample)
| Department | Designated Trade | Eligible ITI Trades | Training Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical | Fitter | Fitter | 1 Year |
| Mechanical | Welder (G&E) | Welder, Welder (GMAW & GTAW), etc. | 1 Year |
| Electrical | Electrician | Electrician, Wireman | 1 Year |
| Engineering | Surveyor | Surveyor | 1 Year |
| Personnel | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant | COPA, Software Testing Assistant, etc. | 1 Year |
| Medical | Medical Lab Technician (Pathology) | 12th Science (PCB) with 50% | 1 Year 3 Months |
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100 (Non-refundable)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women/EBC: Exempted (EBC criteria: Family income less than ₹50,000 per annum)
- Modification Fee: ₹50 per occasion (for corrections after submission)
How to Apply
- Visit the official NFR website: www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in
- Navigate to: General Info → Departments → Personnel → Act Apprentice Notification
- Click on the application link and register yourself.
- Fill in the online application form with correct details and preferences.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.
Stipend Details
| Training Period | Monthly Stipend (w.e.f. 11.09.2025) |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹9,600 |
| 2nd Year (10% increase) | ₹10,560 |
| 3rd Year (15% increase) | ₹11,040 |
Important Links
| Official Notification | Download PDF (Available on NFR Website) |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Here (Link will be activated soon) |
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Note: Always verify details in the official notification before applying.
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