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RRC NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 6777 Vacancies

Advt No: NFR/Act Apprentice/2026•Railway Recruitment Cell, Northeast Frontier Railway
Official Process Flow

Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Railway Recruitment Cell, Northeast Frontier Railway

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Online Application Window

Application window closed on 19 Aug 2026

Closed
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Stage 1: Preparation of Merit List based on the simple aver...

Preparation of Merit List based on the simple average of percentage marks in Matriculation (10th) and ITI Examination

Date To Be Notified
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Stage 2: Trade & Qualification Document Verification

(DV) across NFR Divisions and Workshops

Skill Test
04

Stage 3: Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examination as per...

Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examination as per Railway Medical Manual

Date To Be Notified
All official examination schedules, hall tickets, and results are issued exclusively by Railway Recruitment Cell, Northeast Frontier Railway.
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15-Second Executive Decision Summary

Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification

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Total Vacancies
RRC NFR

6,777

Act Apprentice (Various Trades)

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

15 – 24 Yrs

as on 19 Aug 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹9,600–₹11,040

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Railway Recruitment Cell, Northeast Frontier Railway (Advt No: NFR/Act Apprentice/2026)

About this Recruitment

The RRC Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) Act Apprentice Recruitment for 2026 offers 6,777 vacancies across Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar. Candidates with Class 10 qualification and an ITI certificate can apply online. Selection is based purely on academic merit without any written exam.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Railway Recruitment Cell, Northeast Frontier Railway (RRC NFR Maligaon/Guwahati) announces 6,777 Act Apprentice vacancies.
  • Covers 8 major Divisions and Workshops: Katihar, Alipurduar, Rangiya, Lumding, Tinsukia, New Bongaigaon Workshop, Dibrugarh Workshop, and Engineering Workshop Bongaigaon.
  • Trades include Machinist, Welder, Fitter, Electrician, Carpenter, Diesel Mechanic, Painter, Turner, Information Technology, and Refrigeration Mech.
  • Monthly stipend paid as per Apprentices Act, 1961 (₹9,600/month 1st year, up to ₹11,040/month in subsequent years).
  • No written exam or interview — Direct merit selection based on 10th and ITI marks.
  • Application fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS; Free for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates.
  • Online application deadline: 19 August 2026 on nfr.indianrailways.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

15 Years

Maximum Age

24 Years

* Age calculated as on: 19 August 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

OBC: +3 Years
SC/ST: +5 Years
PwBD: +10 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 19 August 2026)

Educational Eligibility: TENTH PASS, TWELFTH PASS, ITI

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Application Start Date

20 July 2026

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Last Date to Apply

19 August 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Act Apprentice (Various Trades)6777 ITI
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Minimum stipend of approx ₹9,600 per month. Can increase to ₹10,560 (2nd year) and ₹11,040 (3rd year) as per Apprentices Act, 1961.

Official Pay Scale

₹9,600 - ₹11,040 / month

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹9,600
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹4,800
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹1,728
Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,350
Gross Monthly Salary₹17,478
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹1,440
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹250
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹1,750
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹15,728

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹2.10 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.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Academic Merit Screening (No Written Exam)

Exam Mode: Merit Based on 10th & ITI/Diploma Percentage

Total Marks: 100
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
10th Standard (Matriculation) Marks Weightage5050
Relevant Trade ITI / Diploma Marks Weightage5050

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://nfr.indianrailways.gov.in

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Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: NFR/Act Apprentice/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

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Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

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Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

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Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

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Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

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Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS₹100
SC/ST/PwBD/WomenFree

Payment Modes: Online Payment Modes

Selection Process

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Stage 1: Preparation of Merit List based on the simple average of percentage marks in Matriculation (10th) and ITI Examination
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Stage 2: Trade & Qualification Document Verification (DV) across NFR Divisions and Workshops
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Stage 3: Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examination as per Railway Medical Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are announced in RRC NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

RRC Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced 6,777 Act Apprentice vacancies across 8 divisions and railway workshops.

What is the educational qualification for NFR Apprentice posts?

Candidates must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) with minimum 50% marks and hold an ITI / NTC certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.

What is the age limit for RRC NFR Apprentice 2026?

The candidate must be aged between 15 and 24 years as on 19 August 2026. Relaxations: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD.

What is the monthly stipend for NFR Apprentices?

The stipend starts at approximately ₹9,600 per month in the first year and increases to ₹10,560 and ₹11,040 in subsequent years as per Apprenticeship rules.

What is the application fee for RRC NFR Apprentice?

The fee is ₹100 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, and Female candidates are completely exempt (₹0).

What is the selection process for NFR Act Apprentices?

Selection is based on a merit list prepared by averaging marks obtained in 10th standard (50%) and ITI trade examination (50%), followed by Document Verification and Medical Fitness.

Which railway divisions in Northeast are included?

Units include Katihar (Bihar/WB), Alipurduar (WB), Rangiya, Lumding, Tinsukia (Assam), New Bongaigaon Workshop, and Dibrugarh Workshop.

What are the important dates for RRC NFR Apprentice 2026?

Online applications opened on 20 July 2026 and closed on 19 August 2026 on nfr.indianrailways.gov.in.

Application StatusClosed

Last Date to Apply

19 August 2026

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