NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification under Centralized Notification No. NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026 for engagement of 6,777 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The apprenticeship training will be conducted for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 training cycles across various divisions and workshops of Northeast Frontier Railway.

The online application process will begin on 20 July 2026 (09:00 AM) and remain open until 19 August 2026 (05:30 PM). Candidates who have passed Class 10 with ITI in the relevant trade are eligible to apply. Selection will be made purely on the basis of merit without any written examination.

NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

NFR Apprentice Vacancy 2026

A total of 6,777 apprenticeship training slots have been announced across eight divisions and workshops.

Unit-wise Vacancy Details

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution

NFR Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification and age criteria before submitting the online application.

Educational Qualification

Note: The minimum 50% marks requirement in Matriculation is not applicable for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

NFR Apprentice Age Limit 2026

Age Relaxation

NFR Apprentice Application Fee 2026

The application fee is non-refundable.

NFR Apprentice Salary 2026

Selected apprentices will receive stipend as per the Apprenticeship Rules.

NFR Apprentice Selection Process 2026

The recruitment does not include any written examination or interview.

The selection process consists of:

• Merit List Preparation
• Document Verification
• Medical Fitness Test

Merit Calculation

Tie-Breaking Rules

• Older candidate will be given preference.
• If age is also the same, the candidate who passed Class 10 earlier will be ranked higher.

Trades Available Under NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Some major notified trades include:

• Fitter
• Electrician
• Wireman
• Welder
• Machinist
• Turner
• Carpenter
• Plumber
• Mason
• Mechanic Diesel
• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
• Instrument Mechanic
• Electronics Mechanic
• COPA
• Surveyor
• Draughtsman (Civil)
• CNC Programmer cum Operator
• Secretarial Assistant
• Health Sanitary Inspector
• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Structural Welder
• TIG/MIG Welder
• Quality Assurance Assistant

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready:

• Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate
• Class 12 Certificate (for MLT Trades)
• ITI Certificate & Marksheet
• NCVT/SCVT Certificate
• Aadhaar Card or Valid Photo ID
• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)

How to Apply for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the official NFR website.
2. Open the Act Apprentice Recruitment section.
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in the online application form carefully.
5. Select your preferred Unit, Department, and Trade.
6. Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
8. Submit the application form.
9. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Only one online application is permitted.
• Multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
• Carefully select Unit, Department, and Trade preferences.
• Original documents will be verified during Document Verification.
• No TA/DA will be paid for Document Verification.
• Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment in Indian Railways.
• Candidates should keep their registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process.

NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Links