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ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 1010 Posts, Apply Online, Eligibility, Age Limit & Important Dates

Short Description: ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been released for 1010 Apprentice posts at Integral Coach Factory, Chennai. Eligible ITI and Non-ITI candidates can apply online from 08 August to 07 September 2026. Check vacancy, age limit, application fee, eligibility and selection details before applying.

ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Important Information

📅 Important Dates
  • Notification Release Date : 08 August 2026
  • Application Starts From : 08 August 2026
  • Last Date for Submission : 07 September 2026 (5:30 PM)
  • Admit Card Release : Before Document Verification
  • Merit List : To be announced on website
💰 Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
  • General / OBC Candidates : ₹ 100/- + Service Charges
  • SC / ST / PwBD / Women : ₹ 0/- (Exempted)

💳 Candidates have to pay their Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI and Other Fee Payment Mode Only.

Age Limits & Total Vacancies

📌 Age Limit (as on 07 September 2026)
  • ITI Candidates : 15 to 24 Years
  • Non-ITI (Freshers) : 15 to 22 Years
  • Relaxation :
    • SC/ST : 5 Years
    • OBC : 3 Years
    • PwBD : 10 Years
📊 Total Vacancies
1010
(Ex-ITI: 670 | Freshers: 320 | MLT & PASAA: 20)

Trade Wise Vacancy Details – Freshers (320 Posts)

Trade UR OBC SC ST PwBD Total
Carpenter 18 11 6 3 2 40
Electrician 18 11 6 3 2 40
Fitter 37 22 12 6 3 80
Machinist 18 11 6 3 2 40
Painter 18 11 6 3 2 40
Welder 37 22 12 6 3 80
Total (Freshers) 146 88 48 24 14 320

Trade Wise Vacancy Details – Ex-ITI (670 Posts)

Trade UR OBC SC ST PwBD Total
Carpenter 22 14 8 4 2 50
Electrician 75 43 24 12 6 160
Fitter 83 49 27 14 7 180
Machinist 22 14 8 4 2 50
Painter 22 14 8 4 2 50
Welder 83 49 27 14 7 180
Total (Ex-ITI) 307 183 102 52 26 670

MLT & PASAA Vacancy Details (20 Posts)

Trade UR OBC SC ST PwBD Total
MLT – Radiology 3 1 1 0 0 5
MLT – Pathology 3 1 1 0 0 5
PASAA 4 3 2 1 0 10
Total 10 5 4 1 0 20

📌 Grand Total : Freshers (320) + Ex-ITI (670) + MLT & PASAA (20) = 1010

Eligibility Criteria For ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Category Qualification Training Period
Ex-ITI (Fitter/Electrician/Machinist) 10th pass with 50% marks (Science & Maths) + ITI in relevant trade (1 year+) 1 Year
Ex-ITI (Carpenter/Painter/Welder) 10th pass with 50% marks + ITI in relevant trade (1 year+) 1 Year
Ex-ITI (PASAA) 10th pass with 50% marks + ITI in IT/COPA/Database/Software Testing 1 Year
Freshers (Fitter/Electrician/Machinist) 10th pass with 50% marks (Science & Maths) 2 Years
Freshers (Carpenter/Painter) 10th pass with 50% marks 2 Years
Freshers (Welder) 10th pass with 50% marks 1 Year 3 Months
MLT (Radiology & Pathology) 12th pass (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) 1 Year 3 Months

📌 Note: Higher qualifications (Degree/Diploma) are not eligible. Ex-ITI candidates must have ITI certificate in the same trade.

Stipend Details : ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Category Monthly Stipend
Freshers (10th Pass) ₹ 8,200/-
Freshers (12th Pass – MLT) ₹ 9,600/-
Ex-ITI (National/State Certificate) ₹ 9,600/-

📌 Note: During the second year of training, there is a 10% increase in the stipend amount.

Selection Process : ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

  • Merit List : Based on marks obtained in Std X (or Std XII for MLT).
  • For COVID Pass Candidates : IX Std mark sheet or X Std half-yearly marksheet will be considered.
  • Tie-Breaker : Older candidate preferred; if same DOB, earlier passed candidate selected.
  • Document Verification : Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification.
  • Medical Examination : Candidates must be physically fit as per Apprentices Act standards.
  • Final Selection : Based on merit, document verification, and medical fitness.

How to Apply (Online) : ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the official ICF web portal: pb.icf.gov.in
  • Read the full notification carefully.
  • Click on the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 link.
  • Fill the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
  • Upload scanned photograph (not more than 200 KB, JPG/JPEG).
  • Pay the processing fee online (if applicable).
  • Submit the form before 07 September 2026 (5:30 PM).
  • Download and print the acknowledgement form for future reference.
  • No need to send any documents by post.
  • Check the website regularly for merit list and document verification updates.

Note – सभी उम्मीदवारों से अनुरोध है कि आवेदन करने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यानपूर्वक जरूर पढ़ें। Notification में दी गई Last Date, Age Limit, Qualification एवं अन्य महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी जांचने के बाद ही आवेदन फॉर्म भरें।

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Important Instructions

  • This is Apprenticeship training – not a job. No employment is guaranteed after training.
  • Only candidates from Tamil Nadu (residents or registered with local employment exchange) are eligible. Wards of Railway employees are exempted from this condition.
  • Higher qualifications (Degree/Diploma) are not eligible.
  • Ex-ITI candidates must have ITI certificate in the same trade.
  • SC/ST/OBC candidates must submit valid caste certificates (OBC must be Non-Creamy Layer).
  • PwBD candidates must submit disability certificate (40% or more).
  • Selected candidates must execute a contract of Apprenticeship.
  • No accommodation/food will be provided by ICF.
  • Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
  • All communications will be through email/SMS and the ICF website.
  • All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of Chennai courts.
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FAQs : ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. What is the last date to apply?

07 September 2026 (5:30 PM).

2. What is the application fee?

General/OBC – ₹100 + charges; SC/ST/PwBD/Women – Free.

3. What is the age limit?

ITI – 15 to 24 years; Freshers – 15 to 22 years. Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD.

4. What is the educational qualification?

10th pass with 50% marks (with Science & Maths for some trades) + ITI (for Ex-ITI) or 12th (for MLT).

5. How many vacancies are there?

Total 1010 vacancies across various trades.

6. Is this a job?

No, this is Apprenticeship training only. No employment is guaranteed.

7. What is the stipend?

₹8,200/- to ₹9,600/- per month depending on the category.

8. Can I apply if I have a Degree/Diploma?

No, candidates with higher qualifications (Degree/Diploma) are not eligible.

9. What is the selection process?

Merit list based on 10th marks → Document Verification → Medical Examination.

10. Where can I get more information?

Visit the official ICF website pb.icf.gov.in.

Conclusion : ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai has released a notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961 for the year 2026-27. A total of 1010 vacancies are available in trades like Carpenter, Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, Painter, Welder, MLT, and PASAA. Candidates with 10th pass (with 50% marks) and ITI qualification (for Ex-ITI) or 12th pass (for MLT) are eligible to apply. The application process is online and will be open from 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026. There is a processing fee of ₹100 for General/OBC candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD/Women are exempted. Selection is based on merit, document verification, and medical fitness. This is a great opportunity to gain practical training in a reputed railway organization. For more details, read the full notification and visit the official ICF website. Stay connected with JobMitra.info for the latest updates.

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