The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) of North Central Railway has announced 1,853 Act Apprentice slots for the training year 2026‑27. Candidates meeting the age, educational and domicile criteria can apply online from 08‑07‑2026 to 07‑08‑2026.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway |
| Post Name |
Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies |
1,853 |
| Application Mode |
Online only |
| Start Date |
08‑07‑2026 |
| Last Date |
07‑08‑2026 |
| Official Website |
https://www.rrcpryj.org |
Post & Organization Details
- Organisation: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway
- Post: Act Apprentice
- Training Year: 2026‑27
- Location(s): NCR Headquarters, Prayagraj, Agra Division, Jhansi Division, Jhansi Workshop
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
No. of Posts |
Training Year |
Location(s) |
| Act Apprentice |
1,853 |
2026‑27 |
NCR HQ, Prayagraj, Agra, Jhansi, Jhansi Workshop |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 07‑07‑2026)
- General: 15 to 24 years
- SC/ST: Upper age limit relaxed by 5 years
- OBC: Upper age limit relaxed by 3 years
- PwBD: Upper age limit relaxed by 10 years
- Ex‑Servicemen: Upper age limit relaxed up to an additional 10 years (service + 3 years, minimum 6 months continuous)
Educational Qualification
- Pass SSC/Matriculation/10th Class with a minimum of 50 % aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- Possess a valid ITI Certificate or National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Domicile
As per RRC/NCR notified criteria (refer to official notification for details).
Pay Scale & Salary
Details of pay scale and salary have not been disclosed in the notification.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee (Rs.) |
| General, OBC, EWS |
100 (non‑refundable) |
| SC, ST, PwBD, Female |
Exempted |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date |
08‑07‑2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
07‑08‑2026 |
Selection Process
- Merit List based on qualifying examination marks (10th + ITI/NTC).
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
How to Apply
- Visit the official RRC/NCR website: https://www.rrcpryj.org.
- Read the complete notification and instructions carefully.
- Create a valid personal email ID (if not already available) and keep it active throughout the process.
- Register on the portal and fill in the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload all required documents (SSC mark sheet, ITI/NTC certificate, domicile proof, etc.).
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 (exempted for SC, ST, PwBD, and Female candidates) through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application well before the closing date to avoid website overload.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
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FAQs
- What is RRC NCR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
RRC NCR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a training opportunity released by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway for engagement of 1,853 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible candidates can apply online from 08‑07‑2026 to 07‑08‑2026.
- How many vacancies are available in RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,853 Apprentice vacancies have been announced. Slots are spread across NCR Headquarters, Prayagraj, Agra Division, Jhansi Division, and Jhansi Workshop.
- What is the educational qualification required for RRC NCR Apprentice 2026?
Candidates must have passed 10th/Matriculation (SSC) with at least 50 % aggregate marks and must possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) or ITI Certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT or SCVT.
- What is the age limit for RRC NCR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Applicants must be between 15 and 24 years as on 07‑07‑2026. Age relaxations apply for SC/ST (+5 years), OBC (+3 years), PwBD (+10 years), and Ex‑Servicemen (additional up to 10 years).
- What is the application fee for RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is ₹ 100 (non‑refundable). SC, ST, PwBD, and all Female candidates are exempted.
- What is the selection process for RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The process consists of a merit list based on qualifying examination marks, followed by document verification and a medical examination. No written test or interview is conducted.