Railway NFR Apprentice Online Form 2026 – 6,777 Posts
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has opened online applications for 6,777 Trade Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act — one of the biggest apprentice openings in the railways this year. If you have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI/NCVT certificate in a relevant trade, this is a direct route into railway workshops across Assam, Bihar, West Bengal and the wider Northeast. Applications run from 20 July 2026 to 19 August 2026 on the NFR recruitment portal. Vacancies are spread across eight units including Katihar, Lumding, Tinsukia, Rangiya and Dibrugarh. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, dates, fee, stipend and how to apply are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Unit / Workshop |
|---|---|
| Katihar (KIR) & Tindharia (TDH) Workshop | 1,103 |
| Alipurduar (APDJ) | 651 |
| Rangiya (RNY) | 750 |
| Lumding (LMG) | 1,274 |
| Tinsukia (TSK) | 860 |
| New Bongaigaon & Engineering Workshop | 881 |
| Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS) | 763 |
| NFR Headquarter / Malegaon | 495 |
| Total | 6,777 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | You must have passed the Class 10 (High School) examination with a minimum of 50% marks AND hold a National Trade Certificate (ITI) issued by NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade. Trade-specific eligibility conditions are listed in the official notification. |
| Age Limit | The minimum age is 15 years and the maximum age is 24 years, calculated as on 19 August 2026. Age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC and PwD candidates as per Northeast Frontier Railway and Government of India rules. |
| Age Relaxation | Age relaxation applies to SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per Northeast Frontier Railway and Government of India rules. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Application Start | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 19 August 2026 |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| All Female Candidates | Nil |
Salary / Pay
As a Trade Apprentice you receive a monthly stipend fixed under the Apprentices Act, 1961, paid at rates prescribed for railway apprentices — the exact stipend amount is not stated in this notification, so refer to the official notification for the current figure. Note that apprenticeship is a training engagement, not a permanent railway job, though it gives you valuable hands-on experience and a National Apprenticeship Certificate.
Selection Process
Selection is based on merit, prepared from your Class 10 marks and ITI/trade certificate marks — there is no written exam for apprentice engagement. Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and a medical examination before final engagement. Refer to the official notification for the exact weightage and merit rules.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the NFR recruitment portal at app.nfr-recruitment.in. First register with your basic details and email/mobile, then log in and fill the application form, upload your photograph, signature and required certificates (Class 10 marksheet and ITI certificate), pay the fee online via debit/credit card or net banking, and submit before 19 August 2026. Take a printout of the final application for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in Railway NFR Apprentice 2026?
There are a total of 6,777 Trade Apprentice posts spread across eight NFR units including Katihar, Lumding, Tinsukia and Dibrugarh.
What is the qualification required?
You need to have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI/NCVT certificate in the relevant trade.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 19 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
General/OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹100. SC/ST candidates and all female candidates are exempt (Nil).
Is there a written exam?
No. Selection is merit-based on your Class 10 and ITI marks, followed by document verification and a medical examination.