The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has launched a massive recruitment drive, inviting applications for 6,777 apprentice positions for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 training cycles. This initiative aims to bolster the workforce across various workshops and divisions, offering a significant opportunity for candidates in Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar to kickstart their careers within the Indian Railways infrastructure.
- Total Vacancies: 6,777 apprentice positions.
- Application Deadline: August 19, 2026, by 5:30 PM.
- Age Limit: Applicants must be between 15 and 24 years old.
- Selection Process: Based on a merit list of 10th-grade and ITI scores; no written exam.
- Monthly Stipend: Starting at 9,600 rupees.
Eligibility and Application Details
To be eligible for these roles, candidates must have completed their 10th grade with a minimum of 50% marks and possess a National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the relevant trade. For those applying for the Medical Lab Technician position, a 12th-grade qualification in the science stream is mandatory. The recruitment covers major railway hubs, including Katihar, Alipurduar, Rangiya, Lumding, Tinsukia, New Bongaigaon, Dibrugarh, and the Maligaon headquarters.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the official online portal well before the August 19, 2026, 5:30 PM deadline. Since there is no written examination, the selection process is entirely merit-based. The railway authorities will compile a list based on the marks secured in the 10th-grade and ITI examinations, followed by a mandatory document verification and a thorough medical fitness screening.
Stipend and Training Benefits
Selected apprentices will be integrated into the railway system to undergo hands-on technical training. As part of their engagement, they will receive a monthly stipend starting at 9,600 rupees. The railway board has noted that there is a potential for stipend increases depending on the specific multi-year training courses selected by the apprentices. This program serves as a vital pathway for skilled youth to gain professional experience within one of the largest railway networks in the world.