Overview
The Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway (RRC NCR), has released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,853 vacancies. Eligible candidates with the prescribed Class 10 and ITI qualifications can submit their applications online through the official RRC Prayagraj portal within the notified schedule.
The recruitment is intended to engage Act Apprentices in designated trades across North Central Railway units. Candidates should read the detailed notification carefully before registering, particularly the trade-wise eligibility, unit preferences and reservation conditions.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway (RRC NCR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1,853 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrcpryj.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | Not applicable; selection is expected to be merit-based |
| Result Date | TBA |
Applicants should rely on the recruitment schedule displayed in the official notification and online application portal. Applications submitted after the closing date or through any mode other than the prescribed online process are unlikely to be accepted.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should have passed the Class 10/Matriculation examination under the 10+2 system from a recognised board.
- A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Class 10 is generally required for apprentice engagement, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
- Applicants must hold an ITI certificate in the relevant notified trade from an institute recognised by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).
- The ITI trade must correspond to the trade selected in the online application.
- Candidates awaiting their qualifying examination results should check whether they are eligible before applying. The required qualifications must ordinarily be completed by the prescribed cut-off date.
Age Limit
- The expected minimum age is 15 years.
- The expected upper age limit is 24 years as on the cut-off date specified by RRC NCR.
- Upper-age relaxation is generally available to SC, ST, OBC, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and other eligible categories under applicable government rules.
- The date of birth recorded in the Matriculation certificate will normally be used for age verification.
- Candidates must consult the notification PDF for the exact cut-off date and category-wise relaxation provisions.
Fees
- Application fee: ā¹100, where applicable.
- SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates are generally exempt from paying the application fee.
- Any applicable bank or online transaction charges may have to be paid separately.
- The fee must be paid through the online payment options available on the application portal. Candidates should verify the final fee structure in the official notice.
Selection Process
- Merit List: Candidates are expected to be shortlisted on the basis of marks obtained in Class 10 and the relevant ITI trade. No separate written examination or interview is generally conducted for Act Apprentice recruitment.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted applicants will be required to produce original educational certificates, ITI documents, category certificates, identity proof and other prescribed records.
- Medical Examination: Final engagement will be subject to the candidate meeting the medical fitness standards applicable to railway apprentices.
Mere inclusion in a merit list does not guarantee apprenticeship engagement. Candidature may be cancelled if the information entered in the application does not match the original documents.
How to Apply
- Visit the official RRC Prayagraj website at rrcpryj.org.
- Open the link for RRC NCR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 from the recruitment or notification section.
- Download and read the notification, including the vacancy distribution, trade requirements, age criteria and application instructions.
- Select the online registration link and provide a valid mobile number and email address. Keep both active until the recruitment process is completed.
- Enter personal, academic and ITI details exactly as shown on the supporting certificates.
- Choose the preferred division, unit or trade carefully, where such options are provided. Changes may not be permitted after final submission.
- Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, Class 10 certificate, ITI certificate and category documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee online if it applies to your category.
- Review all entries before submitting the form. Incorrect marks, trade details or certificate information may affect merit calculation.
- Download the confirmation page and save a printed copy of the submitted application and fee receipt for future reference.
Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid payment failures, heavy website traffic or other last-minute technical problems.
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FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available under RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment drive has been announced for 1,853 Act Apprentice posts.
2. Is there a written examination for RRC NCR apprentice selection?
A written examination is generally not conducted. Selection is expected to be based on academic and ITI merit, followed by document verification and medical examination.
3. What is the minimum qualification required to apply?
Candidates must ordinarily have passed Class 10 with the required marks and possess an NCVT/SCVT-recognised ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
