Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online for 6,777 Trade Apprentice Posts
Published on: 16th July 2026
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has released the official notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under the Apprentices Act. A total of 6,777 Trade Apprentice vacancies have been announced across various NFR divisions and workshops. Eligible candidates who have passed Class 10 with ITI/NCVT certification can apply online from 20 July 2026 to 19 August 2026.
Interested candidates are advised to read the complete notification before submitting their online application.
Northeast Frontier Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Recruitment | Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6,777 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Northeast Frontier Railway |
| Official Website | nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 19 August 2026 |
| Merit List | As per Schedule |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ?100 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Nil |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking.
Age Limit (As on 19 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India and Railway Recruitment rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Various Trade Apprentices | 6,777 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed Class 10 (Matriculation) with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board.
- Possess a valid ITI/NCVT Certificate in the relevant trade.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for detailed trade-wise eligibility.
Unit-wise Vacancy Details
| NFR Division / Workshop | Vacancies |
| Katihar (KIR) & Tindharia Workshop (TDH) | 1,103 |
| Alipurduar (APDJ) | 651 |
| Rangiya (RNY) | 750 |
| Lumding (LMG) | 1,274 |
| Tinsukia (TSK) | 860 |
| New Bongaigaon Workshop (NBQS) & Engineering Workshop (EWS/BNGN) | 881 |
| Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS) | 763 |
| NFR Headquarters, Maligaon | 495 |
| Total | 6,777 |
Selection Process
Selection of candidates will be based on:
- Merit List prepared on the basis of Class 10 marks and ITI marks.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
There will be no written examination.
How to Apply for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official Northeast Frontier Railway recruitment portal.
- Click on Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
- Register using your valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Verify all details before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Class 10 Marksheet
- ITI/NCVT Certificate
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will the NFR Apprentice 2026 online application begin?
The online application process will start on 20 July 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the online application is 19 August 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 6,777 Trade Apprentice vacancies have been announced.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks along with an ITI/NCVT Certificate in the relevant trade.
Q5. Will there be a written examination?
No. Selection will be based on a merit list, followed by document verification and medical examination.
