Northeast Frontier Railway Announces 6,777 Apprentice Vacancies for ITI Graduates

The Northeast Frontier Railway has announced a recruitment drive for 6,777 apprentice positions aimed at ITI graduates. Starting from 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 training period offers a competitive stipend, increasing over the years. For detailed application steps and vacancy breakdown, read the full article.

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

NFR Apprentice Recruitment Overview

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Apprentice Positions: The NFR has issued a recruitment notification aimed at ITI graduates for a total of 6,777 apprentice roles. These positions will be available across various railway workshops, divisions, and units. Interested applicants can submit their applications online starting from July 20, 2026.

Vacancy Breakdown

Details of Available Positions:

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

Application Requirements:

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 necessary, along with an ITI certificate recognized by NCVT or SCVT in the relevant field.

For 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 at least 50% marks in both the 10th and 12th grades. Applicants must upload copies of their mark sheets and pass certificates during the application process.

Application Fee Structure

Fee Details:

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

Stipend Information

Training Period and 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)

How to Apply for NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Application Steps:

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 to obtain login credentials.

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

5. Upload necessary documents, including a photograph and signature.

6. Pay the application fee based on your category.

7. Review the application thoroughly before submitting.