Integral Coach Factory (ICF) Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Posts

Integral Coach Factory Chennai Last Date: 28th February, 2026
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Integral Coach Factory (ICF) Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Posts


ICF Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026: Apply for 2 Posts

Integral Coach Factory (ICF) has released the official notification for the recruitment of posts under the Cultural Quota. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official ICF website. This recruitment drive offers 02 vacancies for talented individuals in the fields of Classical Dance and Instrumental Music. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before applying for the online application process starting from 29th January 2026.

Overview Table

Company Name Integral Coach Factory (ICF)
Total Posts 02
Last Date 28/02/2026 (23:59 hrs)
Apply Online Available from 29/01/2026
Official Website https://pb.icf.gov.in

Vacancy Details 2026

Post Name No. of Posts Salary
Classical Dancer (Kathak) - Female 01 Pay Level-2 of 7th CPC
Instrumental (Flute) 01 Pay Level-2 of 7th CPC

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Classical Dancer (Kathak) - Female

  • Essential Qualification: 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in aggregate (relaxable for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen). Alternatively, Pass in Matriculation or equivalent plus ITI/Act Apprenticeship in relevant trades.
  • Cultural Qualification: Possession of Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Kathak from a Govt. recognized Institute.
  • Desirable: Experience in the field and performance given on AIR/Doordarshan; Prizes won at National level.

Eligibility for Instrumental (Flute)

  • Essential Qualification: 12th (+2 stage) or its equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in aggregate (relaxable for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen). Alternatively, Pass in Matriculation or equivalent plus ITI/Act Apprenticeship in relevant trades.
  • Cultural Qualification: Possession of Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Flute from a Govt. recognized Institute.
  • Desirable: Experience in the field and performance given on AIR/Doordarshan; Prizes won at National level.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 30 years (As on 01-07-2026)
  • Relaxations: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, Up to 3 years for Ex-Servicemen (depending on service), 10 years for PwBD (13 years for OBC, 15 years for SC/ST), and specific relaxations for widows/divorced women and serving Railway staff as per rules.

Application Fee

  • Rs. 500/- for all candidates (refundable to SC/ST/Ex-S/PwBD/Women/Minorities/EBC upon appearing for the test).
  • Fee must be paid online via Internet Banking/Debit/Credit Cards.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on the following stages:

  • Written Test: 50 Marks (Qualifying nature).
  • Practical Demonstration/Talent Assessment: 35 Marks.
  • Testimonials/Prizes: 15 Marks.
  • Final merit list will be prepared based on the total marks out of 100.

Important Dates

Event Date
Start Date to Apply Online 29/01/2026 (09:00 hrs)
Last Date to Apply Online 28/02/2026 (23:59 hrs)
Written Test & Practical Demo March 2026 (Tentative)

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FAQs

Q1: How many posts are available under ICF Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026?
A: There are a total of 02 posts available: Classical Dancer (Kathak) and Instrumental (Flute).

Q2: What is the last date to apply for ICF Cultural Quota Recruitment?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 28th February 2026.

Q3: Is a degree/diploma in the specific cultural field mandatory?
A: Yes, candidates must possess a Degree/Diploma/Certificate in the specific discipline (Kathak or Flute) from a Govt. recognized Institute.

Active Recruitments

Job Name Location Last Date Details
Integral Coach Factory (ICF) Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Posts
Chennai 28th February, 2026 View Details
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Past/Expired Recruitments

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About Integral Coach Factory

The Integral Coach Factory is one of the earliest railway production units of independent India. It was inaugurated by the first Prime Minister of India Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru on 2nd October, 1955. Later the Furnishing Division was inaugurated on 2nd October, 1962 and the production of fully furnished coaches steadily increased over the years. Spread over 511 acres, it has more than 9300 employees who turnout more than 2500 coaches per year on an average in the past 10 years in more than 175 varieties which includes conventional and self-propelled coaches in LHB and other designs including India’s first semi-high speed train the Vande Bharat Express.

ICF has the capability of designing and developing any variant with in-house facility. Every year, new variants are added to the product mix. Till Jan- 2024, ICF has achieved the distinction of having turned out 75,000+ coaches since its inception, which is the highest by any passenger coach manufacturer in the world.


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