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RRC NFR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: A Direct Entry to Indian Railways
Looking for a direct entry into the Indian Railways without a competitive exam? The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced a major opportunity with 6,777 vacancies. This merit-based recruitment is perfect for 10th-pass and ITI-certified aspirants seeking a career through the Act Apprentice training program. No written exam or interview is required; selection is based solely on academic performance.
Quick Overview
- Organization: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR)
- Recruitment Name: RRC NFR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Total Vacancies: 6,777 Posts
- Application Number: NFR/NAPS/ACT APP./2026
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- General Trades: Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent with minimum 50% marks + ITI or NCVT/SCVT certificate in the notified trade.
- Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology/Radiology): 12th Class (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, with minimum 50% marks in both Class 10 and Class 12.
Age Limit
- Must be between 15 and 24 years of age as of the closing date.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 100/- (non-refundable)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted
- EBC Exemption: Candidates with family income below Rs. 50,000/- per annum must upload a certificate issued on or after 01-04-2026.
- Application Modification: Rs. 50/- for each modification after submission.
Selection Process
Selection is based on merit. The merit list is prepared unit-wise, trade-wise, and community-wise. For most trades, the percentage is calculated from Matriculation marks (minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI marks. For Medical Lab Technicians, the calculation includes 12th Science marks. The final merit list is prepared in descending order of percentage. Shortlisted candidates, up to 1.5 times the notified vacancies, will be called for document verification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NFR website.
- Read the Employment Notice carefully before filling the form.
- Fill the online application form following the step-by-step procedure.
- Upload the required documents: recent photograph, signature, and all mark sheets/certificates.
Important Dates
- Date of Publication: 16-07-2026
- Online Application Start: 20-07-2026 at 09:00 hrs
- Online Application End: 19-08-2026 at 17:30 hrs