NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 6777 Act Apprentice Posts

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released a Centralized Notification for Engagement of Act Apprentices for 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. Eligible candidates can apply online for 6777 Act Apprentice training slots in various Workshops, Divisions and Units under Northeast Frontier Railway.

Candidates who have completed Class 10 (Matriculation) and ITI in the relevant notified trade can apply, subject to fulfilling the eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.

The online application process will begin on 20 July 2026 at 9:00 AM and the last date to submit the application is 19 August 2026 at 5:30 PM.

NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

Total Vacancies / Training Slots

Northeast Frontier Railway has announced a total of 6777 Act Apprentice slots across various Workshops, Divisions and Units under its jurisdiction.

Candidates are advised to carefully check the Unit, Department and Trade-wise training slots available in the notification before submitting their application.

Important: Each candidate is allowed to submit only one application.

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the following educational and technical qualifications:

The candidate must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or its equivalent under the 10+2 system.
Candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Matriculation.
Candidates must possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant notified trade issued by NCVT or a Provisional Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Candidates must have the prescribed qualification and ITI pass certificate/NTC/STC as on the date of the notification.

Note: The minimum 50% aggregate marks requirement in Matriculation is not applicable to candidates belonging to SC, ST and PwBD categories, as specified in the notification.

For Medical Laboratory Technician Trades

For Laboratory Technician (Pathology) and Laboratory Technician (Radiology), the merit will be prepared based on the marks obtained in:

Matriculation
Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology
Age Limit

The candidate’s age should be:

Minimum Age: 15 years
Maximum Age: 24 years

The age will be calculated as on the closing date of the online application.

Age Relaxation
Category Age Relaxation
SC/ST 5 years
OBC 3 years
PwBD 10 years
Ex-Servicemen As per notification rules
Selection Process

The selection of apprentices will be based on merit.

The merit list will be prepared:

Unit-wise
Trade-wise
Community-wise

For most trades, the merit will be calculated using the average of:

Percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation
Percentage of marks obtained in ITI

There will be no separate written examination or interview mentioned for the merit-based selection process.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification (DV).

Tie-Breaking Rule

If two or more candidates have equal marks:

The older candidate will be ranked higher.
If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier will be considered first.
Application Fee

The notification provides fee exemption for certain categories.

Candidate Category Application Fee
SC Exempted
ST Exempted
PwBD Exempted
EBC Exempted
Women Candidates Exempted
Other Eligible Candidates As prescribed in the notification

Candidates seeking EBC fee exemption must fulfill the prescribed family income criteria and upload the required certificate issued on or after 1 April 2026.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:

Class 10 Mark Sheet
Class 10 Pass Certificate
Class 12 Mark Sheet and Pass Certificate, where applicable
ITI Consolidated Mark Sheet
National Trade Certificate (NTC) or Provisional Trade Certificate
Date of Birth proof, if required
SC/ST/OBC Caste Certificate, if applicable
EWS Certificate, if applicable
PwBD/Disability Certificate, if applicable
Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable
EBC Certificate, if claiming fee exemption
Recent Colour Photograph
Scanned Signature

Candidates must produce the original documents during Document Verification.

Training and Stipend

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the applicable rules.

As mentioned in the notification:

Minimum stipend for NTC/STC holders: ₹9,600 per month
Second year: ₹10,560 per month, where applicable
Third year: ₹11,040 per month, where applicable

The stipend rates may be revised from time to time according to the applicable government rules.

Important: No hostel accommodation will be provided to apprentices. Selected candidates will have to make their own arrangements.

Important Points for Candidates
Candidates can submit only one application.
Candidates should carefully select their preferred Unit–Department–Trade.
Once selected against a higher preference, lower preferences will be cancelled automatically.
Candidates should enter accurate information in the application.
False information may result in disqualification.
Candidates should preserve their Registration Number.
Candidates should not change their registered mobile number or email ID during the selection process.
Candidates should take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Original documents must be produced during Document Verification.
A medical certificate from a Government-authorized doctor is required at the time of Document Verification.
Apprenticeship training does not automatically guarantee a permanent job in Indian Railways.
Candidates should beware of people promising selection through unofficial channels.
How to Apply for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

Visit the official Northeast Frontier Railway website.
Go to the General Info section.
Select Departments.
Click on Personnel.
Open the Act Apprentice Notification section.
Read the official notification carefully.
Register yourself on the online application portal.
Enter your personal, educational and ITI details.
Select the preferred Unit, Department and Trade in order of preference.
Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
Pay the applicable application fee, if required.
Submit the application form.
Save the Registration Number.
Take a printout or save a copy of the final application for future reference.
NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Use the following table on your ApplicantPath.com page. You can replace the # symbols with the original URLs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available in NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A total of 6777 Act Apprentice training slots have been notified by Northeast Frontier Railway.

2. When does the NFR Apprentice online application start?

The online application process starts on 20 July 2026 at 9:00 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 at 5:30 PM.

4. What is the age limit for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates should be between 15 and 24 years of age as per the closing date mentioned in the notification, subject to applicable age relaxation.

5. What is the educational qualification required?

Candidates must have passed Class 10/Matriculation with at least 50% aggregate marks and possess the required ITI/NTC qualification in the relevant trade.

6. Is there any age relaxation?

Yes. Age relaxation is available for eligible SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per the notification.

7. How will candidates be selected?

Candidates will be shortlisted based on academic merit, followed by Document Verification and fulfillment of other eligibility requirements.

8. Is there a written examination for NFR Apprentice Recruitment?

The notification specifies a merit-based selection process using Matriculation and ITI marks for most trades. No separate written examination is specified for the apprentice engagement process.

9. How many applications can one candidate submit?

Each candidate is allowed to submit only one application. More than one application may lead to disqualification.

10. What is the stipend for NFR Apprentices?

As stated in the notification, the current minimum stipend for NTC/STC holders is ₹9,600 per month, with higher rates applicable in subsequent years where the apprenticeship curriculum provides for such progression.

11. Does NFR Apprentice training guarantee a Railway job?

No. Completion of apprenticeship training does not automatically guarantee employment in Railway services.

12. Where can candidates apply?

Candidates should apply online through the official Northeast Frontier Railway website and the application link provided in the official notification.

Final Note

Candidates are advised to read the complete official NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification carefully before submitting the application. Eligibility, trade-wise slots, reservation, document requirements and other conditions should be checked from the official notification before applying.