NFR Act Apprentice Vacancy 2026

NFR Recruitment 2026 - Act Apprentice

NFR has released an official notification for the recruitment of Act Apprentice posts (6777 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 20 Aug 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

NFR Act Apprentice - Overview

Organization	NFR
Post Name	Act Apprentice
Total Vacancies	6777
Advertisement No.	NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026
Qualification	ITI, 12TH
Location	Guwahati,Patna,Kolkata, Assam,Bihar,West Bengal
Salary	Rs. 9,600 - Rs. 10,560 per MONTH
Job Type	Temporary
Application Start Date	20 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply	20 Aug 2026
Official Website	www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for NFR Act Apprentice recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: ITI, 12TH. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Age Limit

The age of the candidate should be between 15 years and 24 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Please refer to the official notification for details.

Application Fee

The application fee for NFR Act Apprentice recruitment is: General/OBC/EWS (male): 100/- (non-refundable). Please refer to the official notification for category-wise fee details and payment methods.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Act Apprentice position at NFR will receive a salary of Rs. 9,600 - Rs. 10,560 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	20 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply	20 Aug 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for NFR Act Apprentice recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in
Look for the Act Apprentice recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Pay the application fee as applicable
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	www.nfr.indianrailways.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are there in NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

NFR has notified a total of 6777 Act Apprentice training slots across eight units for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 cycles. These figures are provisional and may increase or decrease based on administrative needs.

When will the NFR Apprentice 2026 online application start and end?

The online application opens on 20-07-2026 at 09:00 hrs and closes on 19-08-2026 at 17:30 hrs.

What is the age limit for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as on the closing date, 19-08-2026, with age relaxation available for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen categories.

What is the educational qualification for NFR Apprentice posts?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation with minimum 50% aggregate marks (relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD) and possess an NCVT/SCVT National Trade Certificate or Provisional Certificate in the notified trade. Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology/Radiology) posts require 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry and Biology and minimum 50% marks in both Class 10 and Class 12.

What is the application fee for NFR Apprentice 2026?

The application fee is ₹100/-, non-refundable. SC, ST, PwBD, EBC and women candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

Is there a written exam for NFR Apprentice Recruitment?

No. Selection is purely merit-based, using the average of Matriculation percentage and ITI trade marks (or 12th Science marks for Medical Laboratory Technician posts). There is no written examination mentioned in the notification.

What is the stipend for NFR Apprentices?

The minimum stipend for NTC/STC holders is ₹9,600 per month, with ₹10,560/month in the 2nd year and ₹11,040/month in the 3rd year where exemption is admissible, as per extant rules effective 11-09-2025.

How many candidates are called for Document Verification?

Shortlisted candidates are called for Document Verification to the extent of 1.5 times the notified vacancies for each unit, trade and community category.

Can a candidate apply for more than one unit or trade preference?

Candidates indicate their Unit-Department-Trade preferences in order of choice within a single application. Only one combination will finally be allotted based on merit and preference; submitting more than one separate application is not allowed and leads to disqualification.

Does completing NFR Apprentice training guarantee a Railway job?

No. Training under the Apprentices Act 1961 does not by itself confer any right to appointment. However, 20% of vacancies notified for erstwhile Group D (Level-1) posts give preference to Course Completed Act Apprentices who meet other eligibility conditions and qualifying marks in the written examination for that recruitment.