Overview
Integral Coach Factory (ICF) has announced a Cultural Quota recruitment for two posts (Kathak dancer and flute player) for the year 2026. The posts offer Pay Level‑2 of the 7th CPC, require a 12th‑level qualification with a cultural diploma, and have an age limit of 18‑30 years with various relaxations. Candidates must pay an application fee of Rs. 500 (Rs. 250 for concession categories), submit an online application between 29‑01‑2026 and 28‑02‑2026, and undergo a written test followed by a practical demonstration. Successful candidates will serve for a minimum of 10 years in railway cultural programmes.
Key Details
- Organization
- Integral Coach Factory (ICF)
- Qualification
- 12th (+2 stage) or equivalent with not less than 50% marks in aggregate (50% not required for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen). Must hold a Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Kathak (Female) or Flute from a government‑recognised institute. Matriculation with ITI/Act Apprenticeship in relevant trades also acceptable.
- Vacancies
- 2
- Posted
- 29/01/2026
- Last date to apply
- 28/02/2026 23:59
Important Dates
| notification_date | 29/01/2026 |
| opening_date | 29/01/2026 09:00 |
| closing_date | 28/02/2026 23:59 |
| written_test_date | March 2026 |
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Vacancy Details
Kathak (Female): 1; Flute: 1
Selection Process
Candidates are first called for a Written Test (50 marks). Qualified candidates are then assessed on Talent through a Practical Demonstration (35 marks) and Testimonials/Prizes (15 marks). Selection is based on the total of 100 marks, followed by a medical examination.
How to Apply
Log on to the ICF portal at https://pb.icf.gov.in., Read the notification thoroughly., Fill in the online application form., Upload required documents (educational certificates, cultural qualification certificates, caste/community certificates, discharge certificate for ex‑servicemen, etc.)., Pay the application fee online (Rs. 500 or Rs. 250 for concession categories)., Submit the application., Print the application form for the written test., Attend the written test and practical demonstration as scheduled.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Integral Coach Factory (ICF) Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
notification date: 29/01/2026; opening date: 29/01/2026 09:00; closing date: 28/02/2026 23:59; written test date: March 2026
What is the application fee?
general: 500; concession: SC/ST/Ex‑Servicemen/Persons with Benchmark Disability: 250; Women: 250; Minorities: 250; Economically Backward Classes: 250
What is the age limit?
18 to 30 years (as on 01‑07‑2026). Relaxations: +3 years for OBC, +5 years for SC/ST, +3 years for Ex‑Servicemen, +10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (13 years for OBC, 15 years for SC/ST). Additional relaxations for widows, divorced women, and women judicially separated from husband (35/38/40 years for UR/OBC/SC‑ST). Further relaxations for serving Railway staff and quasi‑administrative officers up to a maximum of 5 years.
What is the selection process?
Candidates are first called for a Written Test (50 marks). Qualified candidates are then assessed on Talent through a Practical Demonstration (35 marks) and Testimonials/Prizes (15 marks). Selection is based on the total of 100 marks, followed by a medical examination.