Northeast Frontier Railway has released a notification inviting applications for recruitment under the Cultural Quota. A total of 2 posts are available for the year 2025. Eligible candidates can apply in offline mode. The last date for the submission of applications is 19 December 2025.
Updated on: 22 November 2025
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) |
| Post Name | Cultural Quota |
| Number of Posts | 2 |
| Educational Qualification | 12th Pass / ITI |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Start Date of Application | 20 November 2025 |
| Last Date for Application | 19 December 2025 |
| Official Website | nfr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Singer (Classical / Light Classical) | 01 |
| Instrumental Artist (Saxophone) | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
• 12th pass with at least 50% aggregate marks
(50% not required for SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD candidates)
OR
• Matriculation with ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT
OR
• Matriculation with Course Completed Act Apprenticeship for technical posts
Candidates must possess all required qualifications on the date of application submission.
Applicants awaiting final exam results are not eligible.
Age Limit
• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: 35 years
Age relaxation will be applied as per government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates (except concession categories) | ₹500 (₹400 refundable after written exam appearance) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD / Women / Minorities / Economically Backward | ₹250 (refundable after written exam appearance) |
The fee must be paid through IPO drawn in favour of PFA/NF Railway, payable at Maligaon Post Office, Guwahati – 781011.
Candidates must write their name and full address on the IPO.
Selection Process
• Written Exam
• Practical Demonstration of Cultural Talent
• Document and Testimonials Evaluation
• Medical Examination (mandatory fitness requirement)
Important points:
• Written exam includes multiple-choice questions from subjects such as General Knowledge, Mathematics, English/Hindi, Reasoning, and Cultural knowledge.
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Minimum qualifying marks: 40% in Stage-I and Stage-II separately
• Candidates shortlisted from Stage-I (up to five times the vacancies) will be called for Stage-II practical performance.
• No requests for change in exam schedule or venue will be entertained.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Applications | 20 November 2025 |
| Closing Date for Applications | 19 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Remote Area Candidates | 29 December 2025 |
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their applications only in offline mode.
Submission Instructions
• Applications must reach the designated address on or before 19 December 2025 by 17:30 hours.
• For candidates from remote locations such as Jammu & Kashmir, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, etc., the last date is 29 December 2025.
Envelope Instructions
The envelope must be clearly labeled:
“Application Against Cultural Quota, E.N. No. 02/2025, GP – 1