ICF Chennai Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 1,010 Trade Apprentice Posts
Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones
Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Integral Coach Factory, Chennai
Online Application Window
Application window closed on 7 Sept 2026
Stage 1: Merit List Preparation based on Class 10th marks
(for Freshers) and Class 10th + ITI marks (for Ex-ITI) with minimum 50% aggregate (No Written Exam or Interview)
Stage 2: Offline Document Verification
(DV) & Original Certificate Scrutiny at ICF Chennai
Stage 3: Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examination by Rail...
Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examination by Railway Medical Authorities
15-Second Executive Decision Summary
Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification
1,010
Ex-ITI Apprentice (Carpenter, Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Painter, Welder, PASAA), Freshers Apprentice (Carpenter, Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Painter, Welder), Freshers MLT Apprentice (Medical Laboratory Technician - Radiology & Pathology)
15 – 24 Yrs
as on 7 Sept 2026
₹6,000–₹7,000
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout this Recruitment
Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, under the Ministry of Railways, has published notification ICF/Act App/01/2026 for the engagement of 1,010 Act Apprentices for the training year 2026–27. The vacancies are divided into 680 Ex-ITI slots and 330 Freshers slots across designated engineering and medical laboratory technician trades. Candidates who have passed Class 10th with minimum 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in relevant trades (or Class 12th with Physics, Chemistry & Biology for MLT) aged between 15 and 24 years as on 07 September 2026 are eligible. Online applications are accepted from 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026 on pb.icf.gov.in.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- ICF Chennai Act Apprentice Notification 2026–27 published for 1,010 training slots.
- 680 Ex-ITI slots and 330 Freshers (Matric & Intermediate MLT) slots available.
- Selection is purely merit-based with no written examination or viva-voce.
- Monthly stipend of ₹6,000 to ₹7,000 per month as per Apprentices Act norms.
- Online registration active from 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026 (17:30 hrs) on pb.icf.gov.in.
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
15 Years
Maximum Age
24 Years
* Age calculated as on: 7 September 2026
Category-Wise Age Relaxations:
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Important Dates & Timeline
Notification Released
8 August 2026
Application Start Date
8 August 2026
Last Date to Apply
7 September 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-ITI Apprentice (Carpenter, Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Painter, Welder, PASAA) | 680 | ITI |
| Freshers Apprentice (Carpenter, Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Painter, Welder) | 290 | TENTH PASS |
| Freshers MLT Apprentice (Medical Laboratory Technician - Radiology & Pathology) | 40 | TWELFTH PASS |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
Pay Level / Grade: Monthly stipend of ₹6,000/- for Freshers (Class 10th pass), and ₹7,000/- for Freshers (Class 12th pass) & Ex-ITI candidates as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Railway Board directives.
Official Pay Scale
₹6,000 - ₹7,000 / month
₹10,220
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹1.37 LPA
Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer
Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
Stage 1: Academic Merit Screening (No Written Exam)
Exam Mode: Merit Based on 10th & ITI/Diploma Percentage
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Standard (Matriculation) Marks Weightage | 50 | 50 |
| Relevant Trade ITI / Diploma Marks Weightage | 50 | 50 |
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0 / 3 doneHow to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.
Visit the official recruitment portal: https://pb.icf.gov.in
Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: ICF/Act App/01/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.
Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.
Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.
Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.
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Application Fee Details
Payment Modes: Online Payment Gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI)
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
How many apprentice slots are available in ICF Chennai Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,010 Act Apprentice slots are available at Integral Coach Factory Chennai, comprising 680 slots for Ex-ITI candidates and 330 slots for Freshers (Class 10th and 12th passouts).
What is the educational qualification for ICF Chennai Apprentice 2026?
For Freshers, candidates must have passed 10th Standard with minimum 50% aggregate marks (and Class 12th with Science/PCB for MLT). For Ex-ITI slots, candidates must have passed Class 10th with at least 50% marks plus possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
What is the age limit for ICF Act Apprentice 2026?
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as on 07 September 2026. Age relaxations apply: 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
What is the monthly stipend for ICF Chennai Apprentices?
Selected candidates receive a monthly stipend of ₹6,000 for Freshers (Class 10th passouts), and ₹7,000 for Freshers (Class 12th MLT) and Ex-ITI candidates as prescribed under Apprenticeship Rules.
What is the application fee for ICF Chennai Recruitment?
The application processing fee is ₹100 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, and all female candidates are completely exempt from paying any fee.
Is there any written examination or interview for ICF Apprentice engagement?
No, there is no written test or interview. Selection is made strictly on the basis of merit lists prepared using Class 10th marks (for Freshers) and combined Class 10th + ITI trade marks (for Ex-ITI).
Which trades are included under ICF Chennai Apprentice 2026?
Designated trades include Carpenter, Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Painter, Welder, Programming and System Administration Assistant (PASAA), and Medical Laboratory Technician (Radiology & Pathology).
What is the closing date to apply online for ICF Chennai Apprentice?
The online application portal on pb.icf.gov.in closes on 07 September 2026 at 17:30 hours. Candidates must submit their application and pay any applicable fees before this deadline.
Last Date to Apply
7 September 2026
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