Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai has invited online applications for 1010 Act Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the 2026-27 training session. Eligible 10th pass, 12th pass and ITI candidates can apply from 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026 (05:30 PM). Selection is based on a merit list of Class 10 marks. There is no written exam.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 08 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 September 2026 (05:30 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 07 September 2026 |
| Age Calculated On | 07 September 2026 |
| Merit List | As per schedule |
Vacancy Details
ICF Chennai has notified a total of 1010 apprentice seats. These include 330 Fresher seats and 680 Ex-ITI seats in designated trades. Training will be held at ICF, Chennai.
| Trade | Fresher | Ex-ITI | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 80 | 180 | 260 |
| Welder | 80 | 180 | 260 |
| Electrician | 40 | 160 | 200 |
| Carpenter | 40 | 50 | 90 |
| Machinist | 40 | 50 | 90 |
| Painter | 40 | 50 | 90 |
| MLT (Radiology) | 5 | — | 5 |
| MLT (Pathology) | 5 | — | 5 |
| PASAA | — | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 330 | 680 | 1010 |
Fresher Category Breakup
| 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 |
| MLT – Radiology | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 5 |
| MLT – Pathology | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 5 |
Ex-ITI Category Breakup
| 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 |
| PASAA | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | 10 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 07 September 2026.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| ITI / Ex-ITI candidates | 15 years | 24 years |
| Fresher (Non-ITI) candidates | 15 years | 22 years |
Age relaxation is available as per rules:
- SC / ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the trade-wise qualification given below. Ex-ITI candidates need a National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) of one year or above in the relevant trade.
| Category | Trade | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Fresher | Fitter, Electrician, Machinist | Class 10 with at least 50% marks, with Science and Mathematics |
| Fresher | Carpenter, Painter, Welder | Class 10 with at least 50% marks |
| Fresher | MLT (Radiology / Pathology) | Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology |
| Ex-ITI | Fitter, Electrician, Machinist | Class 10 with at least 50% marks, with Science and Mathematics, plus ITI/NTC in the relevant trade |
| Ex-ITI | Carpenter, Painter, Welder | Class 10 with at least 50% marks, plus ITI/NTC in the relevant trade |
| Ex-ITI | PASAA | Class 10 with at least 50% marks, plus NTC in IT / COPA / Database System Assistant / Software Testing Assistant |
Medical Standards
Selected candidates must be physically fit as per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules. They must produce a medical certificate from a Government-authorised doctor not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon at document verification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | No fee |
| Female candidates | No fee |
Pay the fee online only through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI. Service charges may apply.
Stipend and Training
Selected apprentices will get a monthly stipend during training. This is not a regular Railway salary.
| Candidate Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Freshers – Class 10 pass | ₹8,200 |
| Freshers – Class 12 pass | ₹9,600 |
| Ex-ITI candidates | ₹9,600 |
The prescribed minimum stipend increases by 10% in the second year of training.
| Trade | Fresher Duration | Ex-ITI Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter, Electrician, Machinist | 2 years | 1 year |
| Carpenter, Painter | 2 years | 1 year |
| Welder | 1 year 3 months | 1 year |
| MLT (Radiology & Pathology) | 1 year 3 months | — |
| PASAA | — | 1 year |
Selection Process
There is no written examination. ICF will prepare a merit list from marks obtained in Class 10. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and must meet the medical fitness rules.
- If two candidates have equal marks, the older candidate gets preference.
- If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate who passed Class 10 earlier gets preference.
- Fresher candidates get a trade as per merit, option and vacancy. Trade change is not allowed after allotment.
- Ex-ITI candidates are trained in the trade mentioned on their ITI certificate.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the ICF portal. No other mode is accepted. Do not send any document or form to ICF by post, email, fax or by hand.
- Visit the official website https://pb.icf.gov.in/.
- Open the Act Apprentice 2026 application link and read the notification.
- Fill in personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph in JPG/JPEG format (maximum 200 KB).
- Pay the fee online if it applies to you.
- Check all details, submit the form and note the Registration ID.
- Print the acknowledgement. You will need it at document verification.
Keep these items ready before you start the form:
- Class 10 mark sheet (and Class 12 mark sheet for MLT)
- ITI / NTC certificate (for Ex-ITI candidates)
- Caste, EWS or PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph
At document verification, shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates, including the Transfer Certificate of the qualifying exam.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Read the official notification before you apply, check your age and qualification, and submit the form well before 07 September 2026.
