Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced recruitment for 2 Cultural Quota posts: 1 Singer (Classical/Light Classical) and 1 Instrumental Artist (Saxophone). These prestigious full-time roles offer opportunities to skilled artists to join government service in Guwahati, Assam. Find all the details related to eligiblity criteria, application process and much more in this comprehensive guide.
Important Dates for NFR Recruitment 2025
Find all the important scheduled events dates in the events tabulated below-
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 December 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria for NFR Cultural Quota Posts
Find the eligibility criteria tabulated below. All the candidates who have applied for the post must check the requirements that the recruitment drive is asking for.
| Criteria | Details |
| Educational Qualification | Passed 12th (+2) or equivalent with minimum 50% marks (relaxed for SC/ST/PwD) |
| Age Limit | Maximum Age- 35 yearsMinimum Age- 18 Years |
| Requirements | Apprentice approved by NCVT/SCVT for technical categories. OR Matriculation plus ITI approved by NCVT/SCVT for Technical Categories. Candidates should possess the requisite academic & professional qualifications on the date of submission of the application. |
Application Fee- NFR Recruitment 2025
Find the concise application fee for NFR Recruitment 2025.
| Candidate Category | Application Fee (Rs.) | Refund Details |
| All candidates except SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Minorities/EBC | 500 | Rs. 400 refundable upon appearing in exam |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women/Minorities/Economic Backward Classes (EBC) | 250 | Full refundable upon appearing in the exam |
Clear & Precise Selection Process for Northeast Frontier Railway Cultural Quota Recruitment 2025
Find the selection process below, which ensures a fair assessment of both the cultural talent and written knowledge-
- There will be a written examination exam and the medium of the exam will be in Hindi and English.
- The qualifying marks in both stages are 40%. In Stage I, the subjects which are included are general knowledge, reasoning, professional knowledge and aptitude.
- The duration of the exam is 60 minutes for the written test.
- Stage II is all about the practical talent. The merit list is prepared on the basis of the assessment of Stage I and Stage II.
- Selected candidates must go through the medical examination, and document verification must be done.
How to Apply for the Post
- The application to apply for the post must be made through the postal method. The content of the envelope must contain and clearly state:
- APPLICATION AGAINST CULTURAL QUOTA, E.N. No. 02/2025, GP – 1900/-, Discipline: ________ & COMMUNITY: ________.”
- It must be received at the specified address on or before 19 December 2025.
Important Links
Find all the important links tabulated below.
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
There are only two vacancies for 2025.
For the official notification, click on this https://nfr.indianrailways.gov.in/cris//uploads/files/1762518700015-Notification%2025-26.pdf to read the notification.
The minimum age is 18 years.
Yes, the selection process includes a written examination
The last date to apply is on 19th December 2025.
The educational requirements for NFR is passed from 12th grade with minimum of 50% from a recognised board.
