RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment Railway Cell has released a notification for the engagement of 1853 training slots for engagement as Act Apprentices 1961. This recruitment offers a unique opportunity for eligible candidates to undergo apprenticeship training in various trades at different divisions, units and workshops across the NCR Railway.
RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Apprentice Traine |
| Total Posts | 1853 Vacancy |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell |
| Qualification | 10th Pass |
| Stipend | Rs. 15,000/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 8th July – 7th Aug 2026 |
RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment
Candidates must have passed SSC/Matriculation/10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 system) with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized Board, and must have passed ITI in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT recognized by the Government of India. Candidates whose SSC/Matriculation/10th and ITI results are awaited as on the date of notification (07.07.2026) are not eligible to apply. Engineering Graduates and Diploma holders are not eligible to apply, as they are governed by a separate Apprenticeship scheme.
Age Limit
Applicants should have completed 15 years of age and should not have completed 24 years of age as on 07.07.2026.
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-serviceman | 10 Years |
RRC NCR Apprentice Vacancy 2026
Through RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026, RRC/NCR has invited eligible candidates for engagement in 1853 training slots across various Divisions/Workshop units in 21 designated trades.
Fitter, Welder, Armature Winder, Machinist, Wireman, Electrician, Painter, Mechanic (DSL), Computer Networking Technician, Mechanic-cum-Operator Electronics Communication System, Plumber, Health Sanitary Inspector, Multimedia and Web Page Designer, Electrical and Electronics, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician, Draughtsman (Civil), Stenographer (English), Stenographer (Hindi), Information & Communication Technology System Maintenance, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) and Turner.
| Division | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total Slots |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agra (AGC) Division | 123 | 79 | 46 | 19 | 29 | 296 |
| Jhansi (JHS) Division | 208 | 140 | 77 | 39 | 50 | 514 |
| Prayagraj (PRYJ) Division | 288 | 190 | 104 | 52 | 69 | 703 |
| Head Quarter/NCR/PRYJ | 13 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 32 |
| Jhansi Workshop/JHS | 94 | 60 | 33 | 17 | 22 | 226 |
| Track Machine Line/HQ | 33 | 20 | 13 | 6 | 10 | 82 |
| Grand Total | 759 | 498 | 278 | 135 | 183 | 1853 |
RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee to complete their online application process, the fee may vary according to the category of the candidates. The complete details regarding the fee are given below.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | Rs. 100/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female | No Fee |
Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment: debit card, credit card, net bankin or UPI.
RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment Selection
Selection of eligible Applicants for training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 will be based on a merit list prepared by taking the average of the percentage of marks obtained in both Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI examination, giving equal weightage to both. There will be no written test or viva.
- Shortlisted candidates, to the extent of 1.5 times the notified vacancies, will be called for document/certificate verification.
- In case of a tie in marks, the applicant with older age will be preferred; if the date of birth is also the same, the applicant who passed matriculation earlier will be considered first.
- The final merit list will be prepared Unit-wise, Trade-wise, and Community-wise, in descending order of average weightage marks, equal to the number of slots.
- Final selection is subject to verification of original testimonials/certificates and a Medical Fitness Certificate.
- Selected candidates will undergo apprenticeship training for a period of 1 (one) year and will be paid a stipend during training as per extant rules of the concerned State Government and Railway Board instructions.
Important Dates of RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment
The RRC NCR Notification 2026 provides the schedule for online registration. The last date to apply for RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment is 7th August 2026. Check important dates from the table below.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 7th July 2026 |
| Online Opening Date | 8th July 2026 |
| Closing Date | 7th August 2026 |
How To Apply RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment
Candidates who fulfil all the required eligibility criteria of RRC NCR Recruitment will be able to submit their applications on the official web portal.
- Visit the official website: NEToday.in
- Click on the Railway Recruitment Cell North Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Upload necessary documents, including a passport-size photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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