Railway NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 6,777 Posts
Job Overview / Summary
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has published the official recruitment notification (Advt No: NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026) for 6,777 Act Apprentice positions across various trades. Interested candidates with 10th pass and ITI qualifications can submit their application form online.
| Parameter | Information Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Post Name(s) | Act / Trade Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 6,777 Posts |
| Advertisement No. | Advt No: NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Job Location | Assam, West Bengal, Bihar & HQ Units |
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Schedule |
| Official Notification Date | July 14, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | July 20, 2026 (09:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | August 19, 2026 (05:30 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | August 19, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Not Applicable (Merit-Based Selection) |
| Merit List Release Date | To be notified |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Exempted (₹0/-) |
| Female Candidates | Exempted (₹0/-) |
| Payment Mode | Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI |
Vacancy & Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Educational Qualification |
| Trade Apprentice | 6,777 | Class 10th (Matriculation) with minimum 50% aggregate marks + National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT ITI) in the relevant trade. (Note: Class 10+2 with PCB required for Medical Lab Technician posts). |
Age Limit & Relaxation (As of August 19, 2026)
Minimum Age: 15 Years
Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates as per rules.
Selection Process & How to Apply
Selection Process:
Stage 1: Shortlisting based on Merit List (Average marks of Class 10th + ITI)
Stage 2: Document Verification
Stage 3: Medical Examination
Steps to Apply Online:
Visit the official website:
nfr.indianrailways.gov.inorapp.nfr-recruitment.in.Locate and click on the recruitment advertisement link
NFR Act Apprentice 2026.Complete online registration with basic contact details.
Fill out the application form with personal, qualification, and trade preferences.
Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, Class 10 mark sheet, ITI certificate).
Pay the required application fee online (if applicable).
Submit the application and print the confirmation page for reference.
Direct Official Links
| Link Description | Direct Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?
A: The last date to complete online application submission was August 19, 2026 (05:30 PM).
Q2: How many total vacancies are announced?
A: A total of 6,777 vacancies were notified across 8 divisions and workshops under this recruitment drive.
Q3: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
A: Candidates must possess a Class 10th pass certificate with minimum 50% aggregate marks along with an NCVT/SCVT ITI certificate in the notified trade.