Railway ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1010 Posts, Eligibility, Stipend & Last Date
The Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, under the Ministry of Railways, has released the official notification for the Railway ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026. A total of 1,01...
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The Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, under the Ministry of Railways, has released the official notification for the Railway ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026. A total of 1,010 Act Apprentice training slots are available for the 2026-27 session under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible candidates who have completed 10th Class, ITI, or the prescribed 12th-level qualification for specific trades can apply online. The online application process for ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is scheduled from 08th August 2026 to 07th September 2026. Candidates should carefully check the trade-wise educational qualification, age limit, vacancy details, application fee, selection process and other conditions before submitting the application form. This recruitment is for apprenticeship training and does not constitute direct permanent Railway employment.
Railway ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Check the complete basic information for this recruitment including organization name, apprentice post, total vacancies, stipend, age limit, educational qualification and other important details. The ICF Apprentice recruitment provides eligible candidates with an opportunity to receive practical training at Integral Coach Factory, Chennai.
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Advertisement Details
The table below contains the advertisement number and notification details issued by Integral Coach Factory for engagement of Act Apprentices for the 2026-27 training session.
| Advertisement No. | APP/01/2026-27 |
| Advertisement Date | 08 Aug 2026 |
Basic Details
Check the complete basic information for Railway ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 including organization name, apprentice designation, total vacancies, stipend, qualification requirements, and age limit.
| Organisation | Integral Coach Factory |
| Designation | Railway ICF Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 979 |
| Salary | N/A |
| Qualifications | 10th/Matriculation |
| Age Limit | 15 - 24 Years (Age relaxation applicable as per government rules) |
Important Dates
Check all important dates related to ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026. The online application window is scheduled from 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026. Admit card, examination and result dates are not applicable as this apprentice engagement is based on merit and subsequent document verification.
| Notification Date | 08 Aug 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 08 Aug 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 Sep 2026 |
| Admit Card Date | Will be informed soon |
| Answer Key Date | Will be informed soon |
| Exam Date | Will be informed soon |
| Result Date | Will be informed soon |
Vacancy Details
Integral Coach Factory has announced 1,010 Act Apprentice training slots for the 2026-27 session. The vacancies are divided between Freshers and Ex-ITI candidates across different designated trades.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Carpenter | 90 |
| Electrician | 200 |
| Fitter | 260 |
| Machinist | 90 |
| Painter | 90 |
| Welder | 260 |
| MLT – Radiology | 5 |
| MLT – Pathology | 5 |
| PASAA | 10 |
| Total | 1,010 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification, age and trade-specific requirements prescribed for the ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Eligibility differs between Freshers and Ex-ITI categories.
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Freshers – Carpenter / Painter / Welder | Candidates must have passed 10th Class/Matriculation with the prescribed minimum aggregate marks as mentioned in the notification. |
| Freshers – Fitter / Electrician / Machinist | Candidates must have passed 10th Class with the prescribed minimum marks and the required Science and Mathematics subjects under the 10+2 system or equivalent. |
| Freshers – MLT Radiology / Pathology | Candidates must have passed 12th Class under the 10+2 system with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as prescribed for the relevant trade. |
| Ex-ITI Trades | Candidates must have passed 10th Class/Matriculation with the prescribed minimum marks and must possess the National Trade Certificate (NTC) issued by NCVT or the prescribed Provisional Certificate in the relevant trade. |
| Age / Other Conditions | Candidates must satisfy the prescribed age limit and other conditions. Candidates possessing Engineering Degree/Diploma or those who have already completed Course Completed Act Apprenticeship are not eligible for this apprenticeship engagement. |
Application Fee
Check the category-wise application fee prescribed for ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Eligible exempted categories should carefully check the official notification before making payment.
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC Category | No Fee |
| ST Category | No Fee |
| Payment Mode |
Candidates can make the application fee payment using the online payment method available on the ICF application portal.
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Selection Process
Candidates for ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be shortlisted according to the merit-based apprenticeship selection procedure prescribed by Integral Coach Factory. There is no regular written examination for this Act Apprentice engagement.
- Preparation of Merit List
- Shortlisting Based on Prescribed Qualification Marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination / Fitness as Applicable
- Final Engagement as Act Apprentice
Important Links
Find all important recruitment links including the official notification, online application form, admit card, answer key, and result updates released by Integral Coach Factory.
| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Admit Card | Save post to get notification when available |
| Answer Key | Save post to get notification when available |
| Result | Save post to get notification when available |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit the ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 application online through the official ICF apprenticeship portal. Candidates should complete all steps carefully before the last date.
- Visit the official Integral Coach Factory apprenticeship portal
- Read the ICF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification carefully
- Complete the online registration using your basic personal details
- Select the appropriate apprentice trade and category according to your qualification
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload the required certificates and documents
- Pay the applicable application fee, if required
- Review all details and submit the final application form
- Download and save the submitted application and payment receipt for future reference
Documents Upload Guidelines
Candidates should upload clear and valid documents in the prescribed format and size specified by ICF. Incorrect, unclear or incomplete documents may lead to rejection of the application.
| Photograph Size | As per the specifications mentioned in the official ICF application portal |
| Signature Size | As per the specifications mentioned in the official ICF application portal |
| Educational Certificates | 10th/Matriculation certificate and marksheet; ITI certificate and marksheet for Ex-ITI candidates; 12th certificate where applicable |
| Other Documents | Aadhaar/valid ID, caste certificate, PwBD certificate and other applicable documents as prescribed in the notification |
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