NFR Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 6777 Act Apprentice Vacancies

Northeast Frontier Railway has released a fresh notification for Government Jobs, calling for online applications for 6777 Act Apprentice slots across its various divisions and workshops. The engagement is for training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, in trades ranging from Fitter and Electrician to Computer Operator and Draughtsman. Online registration opens on 20 July 2026 and closes on 19 August 2026. Read on for the complete eligibility, selection process, and application details below.

About Northeast Frontier Railway

Northeast Frontier Railway is one of the zonal railways of Indian Railways, headquartered at Maligaon, Guwahati, and covers divisions across Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar. As a central government body, it regularly trains fresh ITI-qualified youth as apprentices in its workshops and divisions. This recruitment matters to job seekers because it offers hands-on technical training with a stipend under a recognized central government body, and past apprentices often go on to build strong careers in the railway and allied engineering sectors.

Northeast Frontier Railway Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details / Unit Wise Break-up

The 6777 apprenticeship slots are spread across eight divisions and workshops of NFR, covering trades such as Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter, Computer Operator, Draughtsman, and several others. Slot numbers are provisional and can change as per actual requirement at the time of final selection.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates need to have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or its equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board, along with a National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the applied trade issued by NCVT or a provisional certificate from NCVT/SCVT. For the Laboratory Technician (Pathology) and Laboratory Technician (Radiology) posts, candidates instead need a Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry and Biology, with minimum 50% aggregate marks in both Class 10 and Class 12. It's a good idea to go through the official PDF for the exact trade-wise eligibility before applying.

Age Limit (as on 19 August 2026)

• Minimum Age: 15 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years

Age Relaxation

Salary Details

Selected apprentices will get a monthly stipend rather than a regular pay scale, since this is an apprenticeship training engagement and not a permanent post. The stipend rises with each year of training completed, and rates are subject to periodic revision by the government.

Selection Process

Selection is purely merit-based, with no written exam or interview involved. NFR prepares unit-wise, trade-wise, and community-wise merit lists, and shortlisted candidates are then called for document verification.

• Merit List (based on average of Matriculation % and ITI marks)
• Document Verification (up to 1.5 times the notified slots)
• Medical Fitness Certificate Submission

Application Fee

Required Documents

Keep these documents scanned and ready before you start filling the online application.

• Recent Passport-size Colour Photograph
• Scanned Signature
• Matriculation (Class 10) Mark Sheet and Pass Certificate
• ITI Consolidated Mark Sheet / Provisional National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
• Class 12 Mark Sheet with PCB (only for Laboratory Technician posts)
• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ExSM, if applicable)

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website: www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in
2. Go to "General Info" and then "Departments" on the homepage.
3. Click on "Personnel" and then find the "Act Apprentice Notification" link.
4. Read the notification carefully and check your trade-wise eligibility.
5. Register with your basic details and log in to start the application.
6. Fill the form, listing your Unit-Department-Trade preferences in order, and upload the required documents/photo/signature.
7. Pay the application fee online, if applicable to your category.
8. Submit the form and download/print a copy of the completed application for your records.

Important Instructions

• Read the official notification PDF completely before applying, especially the unit-wise annexures.
• Only one application is allowed per candidate; submitting more than one leads to disqualification.
• Double-check your Unit-Department-Trade preferences, since a higher preference selection cancels all lower ones automatically.
• Keep a printout of the submitted application and fee receipt (where applicable).
• Apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute server rush.

Why Should You Apply?

This notification opens up a large number of apprenticeship slots under a central government railway zone, which is a solid starting point for ITI-qualified candidates early in their career. Beyond the monthly stipend, apprentices gain structured, hands-on training in their trade under an established government setup. It's a practical option for freshers from Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar looking to build real workshop experience close to home.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Important Links

Final Words

NFR's Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a solid opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates in the Northeast to get trained under a central government railway zone. With the closing date set for 19 August 2026, it's best to complete your registration and document upload early rather than waiting till the last day. If you found this useful, do share it with friends who are searching for apprenticeship openings, and join our Telegram channel above for free alerts on future government job notifications.