Northeast Frontier Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 6,777 Positions

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced a recruitment drive for 6,777 apprentice positions for ITI graduates. Starting July 20, 2026, interested candidates can apply online. The recruitment covers various railway workshops and divisions, with specific eligibility criteria and application procedures outlined. Candidates must meet educational qualifications and pay a nominal application fee, with exemptions for certain categories. The stipend structure for apprentices varies by year, providing a competitive monthly income. For detailed information on how to apply and the necessary documentation, read the full article.

By Sourabh Singh Jul 16, 2026, 09:13 IST

NFR Apprentice Recruitment Overview

NFR Apprentice Vacancy: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced a recruitment notification aimed at hiring apprentices for candidates who have completed their ITI. This recruitment initiative will offer training for a total of 6,777 apprentice roles across various railway workshops, divisions, and units. Interested individuals can submit their applications online starting from July 20, 2026.

Vacancy Details

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Department	Number of Posts	Slot Allocation
Katihar (KIR) and Tindharia (TDH) Workshop	1103	Annexure-I
Alipurduar (APDJ)	651	Annexure-II
Rangiya (RNY)	750	Annexure-III
Lumding (LMG)	1274	Annexure-IV
Tinsukia (TSK)	860	Annexure-V
New Bongaigaon Workshop (NBQS) and Engineering Workshop (EWS/BNGN)	881	Annexure-VI
Dibrugarh Workshop (DBWS)	763	Annexure-VII
Headquarters (HQ)/Maligaon	495	Annexure-VIII
Total Posts	6777	-

Eligibility Criteria

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Candidates must have completed the 10th grade from a recognized board for all trades except for the Medical Laboratory Technician role. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the 10th grade is required, along with an ITI certificate recognized by NCVT or SCVT in the relevant trade.

For the Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology) and Medical Laboratory Technician (Radiology) positions, candidates should have completed the 12th grade with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) subjects, also requiring a minimum of 50% marks in both the 10th and 12th grades. Applicants must upload copies of their 10th and 12th mark sheets and pass certificates during the application process.

Application Fee

What is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹100 for candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories. However, candidates from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are exempt from this fee.

Stipend Information

What is the salary/stipend?

Training Period	Stipend Amount
First Year	₹9,600 per month
Second Year	₹10,560 per month (10% increase)
Third Year	₹11,040 per month (15% increase)

Application Process

NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: How to apply?

1. Visit the official website of Northeast Frontier Railway.

2. Click on the 'Apprentice Recruitment 2026' link on the homepage.

3. New candidates must register and obtain login details.

4. Log in and complete the online application form with all required information.

5. Upload necessary documents, photograph, and signature.

6. Pay the application fee based on your category.

7. Review the application form thoroughly and submit it.