The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has officially released the RRC NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the engagement of 6777 Act Apprentice vacancies across various divisions, workshops, and units of Northeast Frontier Railway. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for 10th pass candidates with ITI qualifications to receive practical training in one of India’s largest railway zones.
The online application process will commence from 20 July 2026 and continue until 19 August 2026 through the official NFR website. Selection will be based entirely on a merit list prepared from Matriculation and ITI marks, followed by Document Verification and a Medical Examination. Interested candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, and application procedure before submitting the online form.
Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Notification No. | NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6777 Posts |
| Recruitment Type | Apprenticeship |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Northeast Frontier Railway |
| Notification Release Date | 14 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 August 2026 |
| Official Website | nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Act Apprentice | 6777 |
| Grand Total | 6777 |
Educational Qualification
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Matriculation | 10th Pass with minimum 50% Marks |
| Technical Qualification | ITI Certificate in relevant trade |
| ITI Recognition | NCVT / SCVT Approved Institute |
Age Limit (As on 19 August 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
Candidates should have been born between 20 August 2002 and 19 August 2011 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC | 5 Years |
| ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As Per Government Rules |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹100 |
| OBC | ₹100 |
| EWS | ₹100 |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Women Candidates | Nil |
| EBC | Nil |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 14 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 August 2026 |
| Merit List | To Be Announced |
| Document Verification | To Be Announced |
| Medical Examination | To Be Announced |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Which organization has released the RRC NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR).
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
6777 Act Apprentice vacancies.
Q3. What is the educational qualification?
10th Pass with minimum 50% marks and ITI Certificate in the relevant trade.
Q4. What is the age limit?
15 to 24 years as on 19 August 2026.
Q5. What is the application fee?
₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/Women/EBC candidates are exempted.
Q6. What is the application mode?
Online.
Q7. When does online registration start?
20 July 2026.
Q8. What is the last date to apply?
19 August 2026.
Q9. Is there any written examination?
No.
Q10. Is there any interview?
No.
Q11. How is the merit list prepared?
Based on the average percentage of Class 10 and ITI marks.
Q12. What are the stages of selection?
Merit List, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q13. Is ITI mandatory?
Yes, ITI in the relevant trade from an NCVT/SCVT-recognized institute is mandatory.
Q14. What stipend will apprentices receive?
Stipend will be paid as per the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Q15. What is the official website?
nfr.indianrailways.gov.in