NFR Apprentice Recruitment: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has issued the NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for the engagement of 6,777 Act Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible candidates can apply online for apprenticeship training in various divisions, workshops and units of Northeast Frontier Railway. The online application process will open on 20 July 2026 and will run until 19 August 2026.
NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Notification No. | NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026 |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 6,777 |
| Training Type | Apprenticeship Training |
| Application Mode | Online |
NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Unit/Division | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Katihar (KIR) & Tindharia Workshop | 1,103 |
| Alipurduar Division | 651 |
| Rangiya Division | 750 |
| Lumding Division | 1,274 |
| Tinsukia Division | 860 |
| New Bongaigaon Workshop & Engineering Workshop | 881 |
| Dibrugarh Workshop | 763 |
| Headquarters (Maligaon) | 495 |
| Total | 6,777 |
NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| For Most Trades | Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board and possess a valid ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade. |
| Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology/Radiology) | Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and secured at least 50% marks in both Class 10 and Class 12. |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service rendered in Defence + 3 Years (subject to notification conditions) |
Training Period
| Trade Category | Training Period |
|---|---|
| Most Trades | 1 Year |
| Medical Laboratory Technician | 1 Year 3 Months |
| Industrial Automation Trades | 6 Months (Applicable Trades) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | Refer to the official notification for applicable fee details. (Not clearly mentioned in the provided pages.) |
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Important Dates
| Notification Published | 16 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 July 2026 (09:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 August 2026 (05:30 PM) |
NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Candidates will be selected through the following stages:
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Certificate
Merit List Preparation
- Merit will be prepared unit-wise, trade-wise, and community-wise.
- Merit will be based on the average percentage of marks obtained in Class 10 and ITI.
- For Medical Laboratory Technician trades, merit will be based on the average marks of Class 10 and Class 12 (PCB).
- In case of a tie, preference will be given to:
- Older candidate.
- Candidate who passed Class 10 earlier.
Required Documents for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates should upload the following documents:
- Class 10 Mark Sheet and Certificate
- ITI Mark Sheet
- National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
- Class 12 Mark Sheet (For Medical Laboratory Technician trades)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Valid ID Proof
How to Apply for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official Northeast Frontier Railway website.
- Open the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 link.
- Register using the required details.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents.
- Verify the details before final submission.
- Submit the application before 19 August 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Only one online application is allowed per candidate.
- Candidates should carefully choose their preferred Unit, Department, and Trade while applying.
- Candidates must possess the required qualification on the date of notification.
- Original documents will be verified during Document Verification.
- Selection is purely merit-based.
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6,777 Act Apprentice vacancies have been announced.
What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the online application is 19 August 2026.
What is the minimum educational qualification?
Candidates should have passed Class 10th with minimum 50% marks and should have valid ITI certificate in the concerned trade. For Medical Laboratory Technician Class 12 with PCB is required.
What is the age limit?
Candidates should be aged 15-24 years. Age relaxation is applicable for Reserved categories .
What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on a merit list, followed by Document Verification and Medical Fitness.
