Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 1,000+ ICF Vacancies, Eligibility & Stipend

ICF Chennai has opened apprenticeship opportunities for freshers and Ex-ITI candidates under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Applications are open from August 8 to September 7, 2026, so candidates should apply before the deadline.

Ex-ITI candidates generally need Class 10 with 50% marks plus a relevant National Trade Certificate.

Freshers can apply for selected trades such as Fitter, Electrician, Machinist, Carpenter, Painter and Welder.

MLT applicants need Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology for Radiology and Pathology trades.

The age limit is generally 15–24 years for ITI candidates and 15–22 years for freshers.

Monthly stipend ranges from ₹8,200 for Class 10 freshers to ₹9,600 for Class 12 freshers and Ex-ITI candidates.

Selection is primarily merit-based, with no separate written examination mentioned in the stated process.

The apprenticeship offers practical training but does not guarantee permanent employment in Indian Railways.

The application fee is ₹100 for general candidates, while SC/ST, women and PwBD candidates are exempt.

Eligible candidates should verify trade-wise eligibility and documents before applying online by September 7, 2026.

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