NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 6777 Posts

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released the centralized notification for engagement of act apprentices for training period 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. Total number of NFR 6777 vacancy apprentice positions is available in different workshops, divisions and units which fall under the control of NFR. Applicants who have done their ITI course in respective trades in NCVT/SCVT accredited institutes can apply for the apprenticeship position through online process. The engagement will be based on merit and the selected candidates will receive the training as per Apprentices Act 1961 at different centers in northeast region. This latest Indian Railways Recruitment provides an amazing chance for technical aspirants to get hands-on experience in rail track. The selection process doesn’t involve any written test or interview process; only your percentage scores are considered to be enrolled in the program. Eligible applicants should take care that they apply online within the stipulated period.

About Northeast Frontier Railway

Northeast Frontier Railway is one of the 18 railway zones in the Indian Railway network and its headquarter lies in Maligaon, Guwahati, Assam. Northeast Frontier Railway was founded in 1958 and provides transportation services to various north eastern states of India such as Assam, West Bengal and Bihar. It runs over difficult terrains and helps connect the northeast region with the rest of India via railways.

Available Positions for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Key Dates to Remember

• Notification Publication Date: July 16, 2026
• Online Application Start Date: July 20, 2026
• Online Application Closing Date: August 19, 2026
• Application Closing Time: 17:30 hrs

Qualification Criteria for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Remuneration Details

• Monthly Stipend for First Year: Rs. 9,600/-
• Monthly Stipend for Second Year: Rs. 10,560/-
• Monthly Stipend for Third Year: Rs. 11,040/-
• Stipend Basis: As per Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship guidelines
• Hostel Facility: No accommodation will be provided by the railway administration

Age Limitations (as on Aug 19, 2026)

• Minimum Age: 15 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC and ST Candidates: 5 Years
  • OBC Candidates: 3 Years
  • PwBD Candidates: 10 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen: 10 Additional Years + 3 Years subject to fulfillment of service conditions

Application Fee Details

• General Category Fee: Rs. 100/-
• SC and ST Candidates: Exempted
• PwBD Candidates: Exempted
• Women Candidates: Exempted
• EBC Candidates: Exempted subject to valid income certificate
• Application Modification Fee: Rs. 50/- per occasion
• Payment Mode: Online only via payment gateway.

Job Profile

• Training of Nature: Practical and theoretical training under Apprentices Act of 1961.
• Places of Training: Workshops, Divisions and Units within NFR area of operation.
• Period of Training: One year for most of the trades while six months for some specialized trades.
• Main Tasks: Practical training in assigned trades like Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist etc.
• Working Areas: Railway workshops, carriage and wagon units, track maintenance division and signal units.
• Nature of Contract: Candidates selected have to enter into a Contract of Apprenticeship before training begins.

Recruitment Procedure for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Selection Process: Only on basis of academic merit for these Railway Apprentice vacancies without written examination.
• Calculation of Merit: Average of percentage of marks secured in Matriculation & ITI in all semesters.
• Special Merit Criteria for Lab Tech: Average percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation & 12th Science.
• Tie Breaking: Senior candidate selected; if both have same date of birth, then earlier matriculation pass out date given priority.
• Ratio of Shortlisting: 1.5 times the number of slots notified for Document Verification.
• Document Verification: Original testimonial and medical fitness certificate verification compulsory.
• Allocation of Slots: Only one Unit-Dept-Trade selected depending on merit and preference order.
• Reservation: 10% reservation for EWS candidates as per existing guidelines of railway board.
• Region Specific Requirement: Those who aspire to apply for these posts from Alipurduar or Tindharia workshops can utilize this training to qualify themselves for the coming WB Govt jobs.

Career Growth

• Level-I Apprenticeship Preference: 20% of the vacancies of erstwhile Group D (Level-I) posts shall be considered with preference to Course Completed Act Apprentices who have undergone apprenticeship training in railway establishments with National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by NCVT.
• Qualification Requirement: These apprentices must be found suitable in other respects and must possess the requisite qualifying marks in the written test.
• Right to Appointment Not Guaranteed: Merely because apprenticeship training has been completed, it does not guarantee the right to employment in Indian Railways.
• End of Apprenticeship Contract: The Apprenticeship contract shall end automatically on completion of the apprenticeship period.
• Certification: This leads to acquisition of recognized practical experience and issuance of NCVT National Apprenticeship Certificate, making future employment easier.
• Career Prospects: The certificate makes the candidate eligible for technical posts in Indian Railways by appearing in further competitive exams.

Selection Tips

• Order of Preference: Arrange the order of Unit-Department-Trade preferences very cautiously because only higher preference is taken into consideration during selection.
• Document Accuracy: Verify that all the uploaded documents are readable and completely match with original testimonials.
• Consolidated Mark Sheet: Upload the consolidated ITI mark sheet or Provisional NTC mark sheet of all semesters.
• Medical Certificate: Get the medical certificate beforehand from the Gazetted Government Doctor whose rank must be not less than Assistant Surgeon.
• Consistency in Contact: Keep the same registered mobile number and email ID through the entire selection process.
• Future Opportunities: After completing this training program successfully, you can get an edge while applying for Latest Government jobs in railways sector.

Preparation of NFR Apprentice Exam: Best Books

This recruitment exercise is not one that involves the customary written tests or examinations because all selection will be done on merit alone. Rather than purchasing competitive exam preparation guides, candidates are encouraged to concentrate on their academic basics from their qualifying exams.

• General Technical Trades: Make an intensive study of the NCVT or SCVT approved ITI text books for your concerned subject. Pay more attention to the basic concepts, safety rules and workshop theory. Apart from this, you should make revisions of Class 10 Mathematics and Science basics.
• Laboratory Technician Applicants: Make intensive revisions of the subjects covered in Class 12 Physics, Chemistry and Biology. It is your overall performance in these science subjects along with matriculation that decides your place in the merit panel.

Submission Process for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official website at www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in
• Navigate to General Info, then Departments, then Personnel, then Act Apprentice section for the notification.
• Fill up the registration form only once by giving necessary information such as basic details, email id and valid mobile no. to get the Registration No.
• Login with new credentials and fill in all the information carefully such as personal info, academic qualification and trade from ITI.
• Submit the scanned copies of your latest photograph, sign, class 10 mark list, ITI pass certificate (NCVT/SCVT) and community certificate if any.
• The amount of Rs. 100/- is to be paid as a non-refundable registration fee using the online payment gateway (fee waived for SC, ST, PwBD and women applicants).
• Confirm the details you have entered in the preview page and press the ‘submit’ button within the last date of August 19, 2026.
• Download the completed form for the next document verification process for Railway ITI Bharti 2026.

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