The Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, under Indian Railways, has released the ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates for engagement as Act Apprentices for imparting training under the Apprentices Act-1961, with preference given to candidates from Tamil Nadu. A total of 1010 apprentice slots have been announced across various trades for Freshers and Ex-ITI candidates.
The online application window is open from 8th August 2026 to 7th September 2026. Read the article below to know more about the ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
ICF Act Apprentice Notification 2026 Out @pb.icf.gov.in
The ICF Act Apprentice Notification 2026 is out on the official website of Integral Coach Factory, Chennai. This notification is issued for imparting Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act-1961 and RBE No.120/2015 dated 06.10.2015, and is purely for training purposes — it is not a notification for employment. Candidates can apply online only; applications received through any other mode will not be accepted.
ICF Act Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF
The ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF has been issued vide No. PB/RR/39/App/2026 (Notification No. APP/01/2026-2027), dated 08.08.2026, by the Office of the Principal Chief Personnel Officer, ICF Chennai. The notification has trade-wise vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, qualification and stipend details.
ICF Act Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF: Click Here to Download
ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
The ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers apprenticeship training opportunities under the Skill India Mission at Integral Coach Factory, Chennai. Check the important details below before applying.
| ICF Act Apprentice 2026 Overview | |
|---|---|
| Organization | Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai — Indian Railways |
| Notification No. | APP/01/2026-2027 (No. PB/RR/39/App/2026) |
| Total Apprentice Slots | 1010 |
| Application Start Date | 8th August 2026 (09:30 hrs) |
| Application Closing Date | 7th September 2026 (17:30 hrs) |
| Processing Fee | ₹100/- + service charges |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Official Website | pb.icf.gov.in |
ICF Act Apprentice Vacancy 2026
Act Apprentices will be engaged in six ITI trades plus MLT (Medical Lab Technician) and PASAA categories, with separate slots for Freshers and Ex-ITI candidates.
Freshers Category (Total: 320)
| 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 | 146 | 88 | 48 | 24 | 14 | 320 |
Ex-ITI Category (Total: 670)
| 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 | 307 | 183 | 102 | 52 | 26 | 670 |
MLT & PASAA Categories (Total: 20)
| Trade | Freshers (UR/OBC/SC/ST/PwBD) | Freshers Total | Ex-ITI (UR/OBC/SC/ST) | Ex-ITI Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLT-Radiology | 3/1/1/-/- | 5 | – | – |
| MLT-Pathology | 3/1/1/-/- | 5 | – | – |
| PASAA | – | – | 4/3/2/1 | 10 |
| Total | 10 | 10 |
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ICF Act Apprentice Eligibility 2026: Age Limit
Age of the candidate will be reckoned as on 07.09.2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| ITI Candidates | Completed 15 years and not completed 24 years |
| Non-ITI Candidates | Completed 15 years and not completed 22 years |
| SC/ST (relaxation) | +5 years |
| OBC (relaxation) | +3 years |
| Persons with Disability (relaxation) | +10 years |
ICF Act Apprentice Educational Qualification & Training Period
Ex-ITI Candidates
| Trade | Qualification | Training Period |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter, Electrician & Machinist | Std X (min. 50% marks) with Science & Maths under 10+2, plus National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) of 1 year or above | 1 year |
| Carpenter, Painter & Welder | Std X (min. 50% marks) under 10+2, plus National Trade Certificate of 1 year or above | 1 year |
| Programming and System Admin. Asst. (PASAA) | Std X (min. 50% marks) plus National Trade Certificate in IT/Computer Operator & Programming Assistant/Database System Assistant/Software Testing Assistant | 1 year |
Freshers
| Trade | Qualification | Training Period |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter, Electrician & Machinist | Std X (min. 50% aggregate) with Science & Maths under 10+2 or equivalent | 2 years |
| Carpenter & Painter | Std X (min. 50% aggregate) under 10+2 or equivalent | 2 years |
| Welder | Std X (min. 50% aggregate) under 10+2 or equivalent | 1 year 3 months |
| MLT (Radiology & Pathology) | Std XII with Physics, Chemistry & Biology under 10+2 | 1 year 3 months |
Note: Candidates with higher qualifications than 10th/Matric/SSLC — such as Degree/Diploma, Engineering Degree, or Course Completed Act Apprentices — are NOT eligible to apply (except for MLT, where the qualification is 12th/HSC).
ICF Act Apprentice Eligibility for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
Vacancies are reserved for persons with disability, subject to permissible disability standards per trade.
| Trade | Categories of Disabled Eligible for Engagement |
|---|---|
| Carpenter | LD (one upper & lower limb partially damaged), CP, LC, DW, AA, Deaf, HH, Autism, ID, SLD |
| Electrician | LD (partially lower limb), LC, DW, AA, Deaf, HH, SLD |
| Fitter | LD (lower limb partially damaged, one side), LC, DW, AA, LV, Deaf, SLD |
| Machinist | LD (only small finger damaged), LC, DW, AA, LV, Deaf, SLD |
| Painter | LD (one upper & lower limb partially damaged), CP, LC, DW, AA, LV, Deaf, HH, Autism, ID, SLD, MI |
| Welder | LD (without leg and without three fingers of one hand), LC, DW, AA, Deaf, SLD |
Abbreviations: LV-Low Vision, HH-Hard of Hearing, CP-Cerebral Palsy, LD-Locomotor Disability, LC-Leprosy Cured, DW-Dwarfism, AA-Acid Attack, ID-Intellectual Disabilities, SLD-Special Learning Disabilities, MI-Mental Illness.
Only persons suffering from not less than 40% of the relevant disability are eligible for reservation. A disability certificate issued by the Central/State Government is mandatory to avail this benefit.
ICF Act Apprentice Stipend 2026
| Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Freshers – School pass-outs (Class 10th) | ₹8,200 |
| Freshers – School pass-outs (Class 12th) | ₹9,600 |
| Ex-ITI – National/State certificate holder | ₹9,600 |
Note: The stipend increases by 10% during the second year of apprenticeship training.
How to Apply for ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the ICF web portal — https://pb.icf.gov.in.
- Read the notification thoroughly and keep all relevant documents/certificates ready, along with a recent passport-size photograph (max 200 KB, jpg/jpeg).
- Register online; the system-generated Registration ID and date of birth (in ddmmyyyy format) serve as login credentials.
- Fill in the online application form correctly and submit.
- Pay the processing fee of ₹100/- plus applicable service charges through online mode (fee exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates).
- Preserve the Transaction ID (starting with ‘DU’) sent to the registered mobile number.
- Generate and print the acknowledgement form after final submission — required at the time of Document Verification.
ICF Act Apprentice Selection Process 2026
- Merit List: Based on marks obtained in Std X (for COVID-batch candidates, IX std marksheet or X std half-yearly marksheet duly signed by the Principal will be considered).
- Tie-breaker: Older candidate preferred in case of equal marks; if DOB is also same, the candidate who passed Std X earlier is considered first.
- Allotment of Trade: Freshers exercise trade preference; allotment is based on merit order and vacancy availability. Once allotted, trade change requests will not be entertained. PwBD candidates are allotted only the trade permissible to their disability category. Ex-ITI candidates are trained in the trade matching their ITI certificate.
- Medical Examination: Selected candidates must produce a Medical Certificate at document verification, signed by a Government-authorized doctor (Gazetted) not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon of a Central/State Hospital.
- Transfer Certificate: Original Transfer Certificate for the qualifying examination (Std X/XII/ITI) must be produced during document verification.
- Declaration: Candidates must submit a declaration acknowledging they have no right to employment in ICF/Railways in future.
FAQs
Q1. When was the ICF Act Apprentice Notification 2026 released?
The notification was released on 8th August 2026 vide No. PB/RR/39/App/2026 (Notification No. APP/01/2026-2027).
Q2. How many apprentice slots are announced under ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1010 slots have been announced — 320 for Freshers, 670 for Ex-ITI, and 10 each for MLT (Freshers) and PASAA (Ex-ITI).
Q3. What is the last date to apply for ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The online application window closes on 7th September 2026 at 17:30 hrs.
Q4. Is this recruitment for employment in Indian Railways?
No. This notification is purely for Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. No employment is guaranteed on completion of training.
Q5. What is the age limit for ICF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
ITI candidates: 15–24 years; Non-ITI candidates: 15–22 years, as on 07.09.2026, with relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10 years).
Q6. What is the application/processing fee?
₹100/- plus applicable service charges (non-refundable). No fee is required for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
