Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Central Jobs | 19 August 2026

Notification Released for 6777 Vacancies. Apply Online from 20th July

Brief Information

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has issued the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for the engagement of 6777 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates who have passed 10th with ITI or 12th Science (for specified trades) to receive apprenticeship training in different railway divisions and workshops.

The official notification was released on 14 July 2026, while the online application process will begin on 20 July 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online until 19 August 2026 through the official NFR website.

Important Dates

Notification Out	14 July 2026
Online Apply Start Date	20 July 2026 (09:00 AM)
Online Apply Last Date	19 August 2026 (05:30 PM)
Exam Date	Notify Later
Admit Card	Before Exam
Result Date	Will Be Updated Here Soon
Advertisement Number	NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026

Application Fees

For General, OBC, EWS	₹100
For SC / ST, PH	0
Correction Fee For each modification.	50

Payment Mode (Online): You Can Make The Payment Using The Following Methods:

Debit Card
Credit Card
Internet Banking
IMPS
Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

Age Limit

Minimum Age : 15 Years
Maximum Age : 24 Years

Latest Vacancy Posts Details

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Act Apprentice	6777	10th Pass with at least 50% marks and ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade. For MLT trade, candidates should have passed 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology along with the required marks

How to Apply for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to complete the online application:
Visit the official website of Northeast Frontier Railway.
Open the Apprentice Recruitment section.
Register using your basic details.
Log in with your registration credentials.
Fill in the online application form carefully.
Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee, if applicable.
Verify all information before submitting the application.
Download and print the submitted application form for future use.

Selection Process

Selection of candidates will be based on the following stages:

1. Merit List prepared on academic marks.
2. Document Verification.
3. Medical Fitness Examination.
No written examination or interview will be conducted.

Stipend

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹9,600 to ₹11,040, as per the Apprentices Act and applicable railway guidelines.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying:

10th Marksheet
ITI Certificate (where applicable)
12th Marksheet (for eligible trades)
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
EWS/PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card or other valid ID
Passport-size Photograph
Signature

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1 How many vacancies are available in NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A total of 6777 apprentice vacancies have been announced.

Q.2 When will the online application process begin?

The online application window opens on 20 July 2026.

Q.3 What is the required qualification?

Applicants should have passed 10th with ITI in the relevant trade. For certain trades, 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology is required.

Q.4 Is there any written examination?

No. Selection is based on the merit list, document verification, and medical fitness test.