ICF Cultural Quota Recruitment 2026 – Notification Details
Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, invites online applications for recruitment against the Cultural Quota for the year 2025-26. This recruitment drive aims to fill 02 vacancies in Level-2 posts for talented artists in the disciplines of Kathak (Female) and Flute. Candidates looking for a career in Indian Railways coupled with their passion for culture can check the detailed notification for eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, and pay scale.
The online application link is active from 29 January 2026 to 28 February 2026. Eligible candidates will be selected based on a Written Test and Practical Demonstration scheduled tentatively for March 2026. Ensure you meet the specific cultural norms and educational qualifications before applying to avoid rejection.
Candidates must fulfill both Educational and Cultural qualifications:
Category
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
• For Junior Clerk: 12th (+2 Stage) Pass with minimum 50% marks (50% not required for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM). Typing proficiency required within 2 years.• For Technician Gr.III: 10th Pass (Matriculation) + ITI / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in relevant trade.
Cultural Norms (Essential)
• Kathak (Female): Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Kathak from a Govt. recognized Institute.• Flute: Degree / Diploma / Certificate in Flute from a Govt. recognized Institute.
Desirable
Experience in the field, performance on AIR/Doordarshan, or prizes won at the National level.
🎂 ICF Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)
Category
Age Criteria
Age Range
18 to 30 Years
DOB Range (UR)
02.07.1996 to 01.07.2008
DOB Range (OBC)
02.07.1993 to 01.07.2008
DOB Range (SC/ST)
02.07.1991 to 01.07.2008
Age Relaxation: 03 Years for OBC, 05 Years for SC/ST, and 10 Years for PwBD as per Railway Recruitment rules.
📝 Steps to Apply Online for ICF Cultural Quota 2026
Read Notification: Download the official notification from the link below and check your eligibility.
Visit Website: Click the “Apply Online” link to visit the ICF personnel portal.
Register: Create your registration using your basic details. The system-generated Registration Number and your DOB will be your login credentials.
Fill Application: Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and cultural achievements.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of:
Photograph (Assessment of talent depends on verification).
Signature & LTI/RTI.
Educational & Cultural Certificates.
Community Certificate (if applicable).
Pay Fee: Pay the application fee online via Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card.
Submit: Review the form carefully and click “Final Submit”.
Print: Take a printout of the application form for the Written Test.