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

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released Notification No. NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026 for the centralized engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961, for training years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. A total of 6777 slots have been announced across various trades in Workshops, Divisions, and Units under NFR jurisdiction. Eligible candidates can apply online from 20 July 2026 (9:00 AM) to 19 August 2026 (5:30 PM) through the official NFR website.

Official Notification PDF: NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Overview

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (Unit-wise)

The 6777 slots are distributed across 8 units/workshops of Northeast Frontier Railway as follows:

Note: The number of training slots shown is provisional and may increase or decrease depending on actual administrative requirements at the time of finalization. Detailed unit-wise, trade-wise, and category-wise breakup is available in Annexures I to VIII of the official notification.

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Designated Trades

Apprenticeship training is offered across multiple departments Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, S&T, Personnel, Accounts, Medical, and Stores in trades including: Fitter, Electrician, Welder (Gas & Electric), Turner, Machinist, Carpenter, Plumber, Wireman, Mechanic Diesel, Mechanic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Painter (General), Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, Draughtsman (Civil), Surveyor, Mason (Building Constructor), Structural Welder, TIG/MIG Welder, CNC Programmer cum Operator, Instrument Mechanic, Health Sanitary Inspector, Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology/Radiology), Secretarial Assistant, Information & Communication Technology System Maintenance, and several others under the Centre of Excellence and Flexi MoU schemes. Training period is generally 1 year, except Mechanic Mechanical/Electrical Maintenance (Industrial Automation) at 6 months and Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology/Radiology) at 1 year 3 months.

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Post-wise Qualification

Qualification requirements vary by trade category:

• For Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology) & (Radiology): Passed 12th class under 10+2 system with Physics, Chemistry & Biology, with minimum 50% aggregate marks in both Class 10 and Class 12.
• For all other trades: Passed Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board, AND possess a National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the notified trade issued by NCVT, or a Provisional Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT.
• The 50% minimum aggregate marks requirement in Matriculation is relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
• Candidates must have completed the prescribed course and hold their ITI pass certificate/NTC/STC as on the date of this notification mere course completion is not sufficient.

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 15 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years (as on the closing date of application)
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation
• OBC candidates: 3 years relaxation
• PwBD candidates: 10 years relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen: 10 years additional relaxation plus service period rendered plus 3 years (applicable to the ex-serviceman applicant only, not their children)

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the payment gateway link provided in the notification. EBC candidates seeking fee exemption must have family income below ₹50,000/- per annum and upload the requisite certificate. Application modification after submission is allowed on payment of ₹50/- per occasion, though registration details cannot be changed.

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

• Merit-based selection no written examination is conducted
• Merit list prepared unit-wise, trade-wise, and community-wise based on percentage of marks in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) + ITI marks in the applied trade
• For Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology/Radiology): merit based on Matriculation + 12th Science (Physics, Chemistry & Biology) marks
• Final panel based on the average of Matriculation and ITI marks
• Shortlisted candidates (up to 1.5 times the notified vacancies) called for Document Verification
• Candidates must also submit a Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of Document Verification
• In case of tied marks, the older candidate is ranked higher; if date of birth is also the same, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier is ranked higher

NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Stipend

Apprentices will be paid a monthly stipend as per prescribed rates. The current minimum stipend for NTC/STC holders is ₹9,600/- per month (effective 11.09.2025). Where one or two years' exemption is admissible under the apprenticeship curriculum, the stipend is ₹10,560/- (2nd year) and ₹11,040/- (3rd year). No hostel accommodation is provided; apprentices must make their own arrangements. Training under this scheme does not confer any right to appointment in Railway services, though 20% of erstwhile Gr.D (Level-1) vacancies are filled by giving preference to course-completed Act Apprentices, subject to eligibility and minimum qualifying marks.

How to Apply for NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Visit www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in.
2. Navigate to General Info → Departments → Personnel → Act Apprentice Notification.
3. Register yourself and log in to the portal.
4. Fill in personal and educational details carefully, and clearly indicate Units/Departments/Trades in order of preference (only one combination will be considered based on merit and preference).
5. Upload your colour photograph and signature as per specified format.
6. Upload all mandatory documents (see list below).
7. Complete payment of the application fee (if applicable) through the payment gateway.
8. Submit the application only one application is allowed per candidate; multiple applications will lead to summary disqualification.
9. Download and print the confirmed application form for future reference.

Documents Required

• Mark sheet and Pass Certificate of Matriculation (Class X) or equivalent
• Mark sheet and Pass Certificate of Class XII with Physics, Chemistry & Biology (for Medical Laboratory Technician categories only)
• Date of birth proof certificate (if not mentioned in Matriculation certificate)
• Consolidated ITI mark sheet for all semesters / Provisional National Trade Certificate
• National Trade Certificate (NCVT) or Provisional Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
• Caste Certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates
• EWS Certificate, where applicable
• Disability Certificate for PwBD candidates
• Discharge Certificate/Serving Certificate for Ex-Servicemen quota applicants
• Economically Backward Class (EBC) Certificate for fee exemption seekers
• Recent colour photograph and signature (scanned)

Important Instructions

• Applications will be accepted only through online mode; no application printouts or certificates should be sent by post.
• Candidates are allowed to submit only one application each submission of more than one application leads to summary disqualification.
• Registered mobile number and email ID must not be changed during the entire selection process.
• Candidates must fulfil all eligibility conditions before applying; erroneously engaged candidates may be summarily dismissed at any stage.
• No daily allowance, conveyance, or travelling allowance will be paid for Document Verification.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• Candidates should regularly check the NFR website and Help Desk tab for updates and clarifications.