Apply Now Online for NFR Recruitment 2026 – 6777 Apprentice Vacanciesa on or before 19th August 2026

NFR (Northeast Frontier Railway) has officially released the recruitment notification for the Apprentice Posts. Eligible & Interested candidates can apply for these jobs on or before 19.08.2026 through online mode.

The competition level for this NFR Recruitment 2026 for Apprentice vacancies is Moderate to High. The selection is purely based on 10th & ITI marks with no written test, candidates scored good high marks in Matriculation & ITI will have a clear edge over others.

As per the official NFR Recruitment 2026 notification, a total of 6777 vacancies have been announced for Apprentice posts.

For complete details on NFR Recruitment 2026, including educational qualification, age limit, application process, selection process, important dates, and application fees, check the summary below.

Summary of the NFR Recruitment 2026

Vacancy Details Post Wise – NFR Recruitment 2026

Category wise Vacancy details

Important Dates to Remember

Eligibility Criteria – NFR Recruitment 2026

Education Qualification

1. For most trades — Passed Matriculation (Class 10) with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board + ITI / NTC certificate (NCVT or SCVT) in the relevant trade
2. For Medical Laboratory Technician trades — Class 10 + Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology (PCB)
3. For some specific trades — Class 10 + Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM)

Age Limit

Important Note

• SC / ST — 5 years (Maximum 29 years)
• OBC-NCL — 3 years (Maximum 27 years)
• PwBD — 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen / Children of Ex-Servicemen — same relaxation as their community category
• Age is calculated as on the closing date — 19.08.2026

Application Mode

Eligible & interested candidates can apply for this NFR Recruitment 2026 through online mode only. No other mode of application like post, emails, etc are not accepted.

Application Fees Details

Online mode only. Refer to the notification attached for more details.

Selection Process

• Merit prepared based on average of marks in Matriculation (Class 10) and ITI (or Class 12 Science for specific trades)
• Shortlisting of candidates up to 1.5 times the notified vacancies for Document Verification
• Document Verification including Medical Fitness Certificate
• Tie-breaking rule — If two candidates have equal marks, the older candidate ranks higher. If date of birth is also same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier ranks higher

Salary Pay Scale

Selected candidates can get stipend for Rs. 9,600/- per month.

Apprenticeship curriculum Rs. 10,560/- for 2^nd year (10% Increament) and Rs. 11,040/- for 3^rd year (15% Increament)

How To Apply?

1. Visit the official Northeast Frontier Railway website: app.nfr-recruitment.in
2. Go to the “Recruitment” section
3. Open the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification
4. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
5. Select your preferred Unit, Department and Trade carefully — you can choose only one unit and one trade. This choice cannot be changed after submission
6. Fill in personal, educational, and experience details
7. Upload required documents
8. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
9. Submit the application and take a printout if required

Note: Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for NFR Recruitment 2026 (Notification No. NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026) after carefully reading the official notification. Make sure to submit the application form with all required documents before the last date. For the detailed notification, refer to the links given below.

⚠️ Important Warning

Before paying the Rs. 100 application fee, read the eligibility conditions carefully. If your ITI certificate is from an unrecognised institution not approved by NCVT or SCVT, your application will be rejected at document verification stage. Candidates can apply for only ONE unit and ONE trade. Applying for multiple units or trades will lead to rejection of all applications. No TA or DA will be paid for attending document verification. The Rs. 100 application fee is completely non-refundable under any circumstances, so verify your eligibility thoroughly before making payment.

Important Conditions

• This is apprenticeship training — NOT a permanent railway job
• Merit is prepared unit-wise, trade-wise and community-wise separately
• Candidates can apply for only one unit and one trade
• Medical Fitness Certificate mandatory at Document Verification
• All India candidates can apply — not restricted to NFR zone residents
• Completing apprenticeship training does NOT guarantee permanent railway employment. However, 20% of vacancies notified for erstwhile Group D (Level-1) posts in Railways are filled by giving preference to Course Completed Act Apprentices who meet the eligibility conditions at that time.

✅ Our Verdict

NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a genuinely a good opportunity, especially for ITI pass candidates who have been looking for a foot in the door with Indian Railways. With 6777 vacancies across 8 divisions and workshops, the sheer number of slots makes this one of the most accessible railway recruitment drives of 2026. The stipend of Rs. 9,600 per month in the first year is decent for a training engagement, and the experience of working inside a premier railway zone carries significant weight on your resume for future PSU and government job applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the notification number for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026 dated 14th July 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are announced in NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6777 Act Apprentice vacancies across 8 divisions and workshops of Northeast Frontier Railway in Assam, West Bengal and Bihar.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
19th August 2026 at 05:30 PM through app.nfr-recruitment.in. Apply early — do not wait for the last day.

Q4. What is the age limit for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Minimum 15 years and maximum 24 years as on the closing date 19.08.2026. Relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years, OBC-NCL — 3 years, PwBD — 10 years.

Q5. What is the stipend for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Rs. 9,600/- per month in the 1st year. Rs. 10,560/- in the 2nd year and Rs. 11,040/- in the 3rd year where applicable, as per Apprentices Act rules.

Disclaimer

This job information is provided for informational purposes only. We collect data from official websites and employment news. Candidates should verify all details such as eligibility, age limit, application process, and fees from the official notification before applying. We are not responsible for any inaccuracies.

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