The Personnel Department, Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), Guwahati has released an official employment notification for the recruitment of 6777 Act Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The apprentices will undergo training in various Workshops, Divisions, and Units under the jurisdiction of Northeast Frontier Railway.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official NFR Recruitment Portal. Check complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, stipend, application fee, important dates, and application process below.
N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Name of Post | Act Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 6777 Posts |
| Qualification | Class 10 Pass + ITI |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹100/- (Exempted for reserved categories) |
| Application Start Date | 20th July 2026 |
| Last Date | 19th August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
N F Railway Apprentice Vacancy Details
Name of Post: Act Apprentice
Total Slots: 6777
Division/Workshop-wise Vacancy
| Division/Workshop | Posts |
| Katihar (KIR) & TDH Workshop | 1103 |
| Alipurduar (APDJ) | 651 |
| Rangiya (RNY) | 750 |
| Lumding (LMG) | 1274 |
| Tinsukia (TSK) | 860 |
| New Bongaigaon | 881 |
| Dibrugarh Workshop | 763 |
| NFR Headquarters | 495 |
| Total | 6777 |
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act and Railway rules.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates should have completed 15 years of age and should not be more than 24 years as on the closing date of application.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
Educational Qualification
Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology/Radiology)
Candidates must have:
- Passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Secured a minimum of 50% marks in both Class 10 and Class 12 examinations.
Other Trades
Candidates must have:
- Passed Matriculation (Class 10) with at least 50% aggregate marks (not applicable for SC/ST candidates).
- Possess a National Trade Certificate (ITI) issued by NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General | ₹100/- |
| OBC/MOBC | ₹100/- |
| EBC | Exempted |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or other online payment methods.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Merit prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Class 10 and ITI.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
There will be no written examination or interview.
Documents Required
Candidates need to upload scanned copies of:
- Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate.
- ITI Final Marksheet.
- National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT).
- Class 12 Marksheet & Certificate (for Medical Laboratory Technician trades).
- Other documents as prescribed in the official notification.
How to Apply for N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates may apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official NFR Recruitment Portal.
- Click on Online Application Form.
- Complete the registration process.
- Login using your credentials.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 20th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19th August 2026 |
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Important Web-Links
| Links | Details |
| Online Application Form | Available from 20/07/2026 |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6777 Act Apprentice vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the required educational qualification?
Candidates should have passed Class 10 with ITI in the relevant trade. For Medical Laboratory Technician trades, Class 12 with PCB is required.
Q3. What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
Q4. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application submission is 19th August 2026.
Q5. Is there any written examination?
No. Selection will be based on merit, document verification, and medical examination.
Conclusion
N F Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to receive apprenticeship training under Northeast Frontier Railway. Interested candidates should complete the online application process before 19th August 2026.
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