The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway, has announced a significant opportunity for aspiring candidates with the RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This drive aims to fill 4651 Act Apprentice training slots across various trades and clusters. Candidates who have successfully completed their Class 10th examination with at least 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade are eligible to apply. The online application window commenced on 11 November 2026, with the deadline set for 11 December 2026. This is a merit-based selection, offering a valuable training experience in the Indian Railways.
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| RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No.: RRC/NR/03/2026/Act Apprentice | |
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice (Various Trades) |
| Total Vacancies | 4651 |
| Job Location | Northern Railway Clusters (Lucknow, Delhi, Firozpur, Moradabad, Ambala, Jammu) |
| Start Date to Apply | 11 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 December 2026 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass with 50% Marks + ITI in relevant trade |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Important Dates
- Notification Released: 06 November 2026
- Application Start: 11 November 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 11 December 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 11 December 2026
- Expected Merit List: February 2027
Application Fees
- General / OBC: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women: No Fee
Age Limit as on 11/12/2026
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per applicable rules (service rendered + 3 years)
Qualification Details
- Candidates must have passed SSC/Matriculation/10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 system) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
- Must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT recognized by the Government of India.
- Both Class 10th and ITI qualifications must be completed on or before 06 November 2026.
Full Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet specific educational and age requirements. Ensure all qualifications are obtained by the cut-off date to avoid rejection.
| Qualification | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Class 10th | Passed Matriculation under the 10+2 examination system with at least 50% aggregate marks. |
| ITI Qualification | ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an NCVT or SCVT recognized institution. |
| Qualification Cut-off Date | Both Class 10th and ITI must be completed on or before 06 November 2026. |
Physical Test Criteria (PwBD)
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) must ensure their disability is suitable for the chosen trade as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. Specific disability allowances are detailed below.
| Trades | Maximum Extent of Disability |
|---|---|
| Fitter/Turner | Lower limb partially damaged from one side can be accommodated. |
| Welder(G&E) | A person without leg and without three fingers of one hand can be accommodated. |
| Electrician | Partially lower limb candidate can be accommodated. |
| Machinist | Only small finger damaged. |
| Painter (General)/Carpenter | Once upper & lower limb partially damaged. |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)/Mechanic (Diesel) | (I) Upper limb partially damaged (Little finger and Ring finger) can be accommodated for both hands. (II) Lower limb partially damaged only one side can be accommodated. |
| Refrigerator AC Mechanic | (I) Only one limb partially working can be accommodated (II) Small finger of each hand damaged can be accommodated. |
| Fitter/turner/Machinist/Carpenter/Painter General/Mechanical (Diesel)/Electrician/Wireman/Refrigerator AC Mechanic (Visually Impaired) | Low vision (less than 6/18 to 6/60 with best corrections) or impairment of field (reduction of fields less than 50 degrees, Hemianopia with macular involvement, Altitudinal defect involving lower fields). |
| Fitter/Welder (G & E)/Turner/Machinist/Carpenter/Painter General/Mechanic (Diesel)/Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)/Electrician/Wireman (Hearing Impaired) | (I) Deaf (II) Dumb (III) Deaf & Dumb |
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will receive a monthly stipend during their training period. The stipend rates are as per the revised Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, effective from 11 September 2025.
| Qualification / Training Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| ITI / National or State Trade Certificate (NTC/STC) Holder | ₹9,600 |
| Diploma Holder | ₹10,900 |
| Graduate / Degree Holder | ₹12,300 |
- Apprentices will not be entitled to permanent employment in Northern Railway after completing training.
- The training is provided under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Selection Process
The selection for RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is entirely merit-based, eliminating the need for a written examination or interview. Candidates will be assessed on their academic performance.
- Application Screening: Submitted applications will undergo scrutiny to verify eligibility and completeness.
- Merit List Preparation: A merit list will be generated based on the average percentage of marks obtained in both Class 10th (with minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI examinations, giving equal weightage to both.
- Tie-Breaking Rule: In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate will be preferred. If dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier will be considered first.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present all original educational and category certificates for verification.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must submit a medical fitness certificate in the prescribed format from a Government authorized doctor (GAZ), not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon.
Exam Pattern
For the RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026, there will be no written examination or interview. Selection is purely based on the merit of academic qualifications.
| Selection Phase | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | Not Applicable |
| Interview | Not Applicable |
| Basis of Selection | Merit list prepared from Class 10th and ITI marks (equal weightage). |
- The merit list will be prepared cluster, trade-wise, and community-wise.
- Candidates must ensure accurate entry of Class 10th and ITI marks/CGPA in the online application.
Post / Category Wise Vacancy Details
Northern Railway has announced a total of 4651 Act Apprentice training slots across six clusters. The detailed breakdown of vacancies by cluster, establishment, and trade, including reservation categories, is provided below.
| Cluster / Establishment | Trade | TOTAL | UR | SC | ST | OBC | HI | LD | MD | VI | EX SM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLUSTER LUCKNOW (LKO) - Total: 1525 | |||||||||||
| LKO DIVISION | MECHANIC (DIESEL) | 110 | 55 | 17 | 8 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ELECTRICIAN (General) | 63 | 32 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| ELECTRICIAN (TRD) | 16 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| FITTER | 186 | 93 | 28 | 14 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| ELECTRONICS MECHANIC | 65 | 32 | 10 | 5 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Stenographer (English) | 50 | 25 | 7 | 4 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Data entry Operator | 14 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Engineering Dept. LKO Division | FITTER | 10 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| CARPENTER | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| WELDER (GAS & Electric) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| MASON (Building Constructor) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| PAINTER General | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Blacksmith | 10 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Stenographer (English) | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Data entry Operator | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CARRIAGE WORKSHOP AMV/LKO | FITTER | 292 | 147 | 44 | 22 | 79 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 9 |
| MACHINIST | 11 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| WELDER (GAS & Electric) | 71 | 36 | 11 | 5 | 19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | |
| BRIDGE WORKSHOP CB/LKO | FITTER | 13 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| MECHANIC MOTOR VEHICLE | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| FORGER & HEAT TREATER | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| WELDER (GAS & ELECTRIC/ Structural Welder) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| PAINTER (GENERAL) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| MACHINIST | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| TURNER | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC CUM OPERATOR | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| ROLLING STOCK WORKSHOP (LOCO & CARRIAGE CB/LKO) | FITTER | 208 | 105 | 31 | 16 | 56 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| ELECTRICIAN | 80 | 40 | 12 | 6 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| MACHINIST | 26 | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| WELDER (GAS & ELECTRIC) | 19 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| ROLLING STOCK WORKSHOP (LOCO & CARRIAGE) (ELECT) CB/LKO | ELECTRICIAN | 82 | 41 | 13 | 6 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING | 118 | 60 | 17 | 9 | 32 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | |
| WIREMAN | 25 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| CLUSTER DELHI (DLI) - Total: 1312 | |||||||||||
| C&W NZM | FITTER | 30 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| CARPENTER | 20 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| WELDER (GAS & Elect.) | 13 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| C&W (Elect.) workshop/Delhi & C&W Workshop/Delhi | FITTER | 60 | 30 | 10 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| CARPENTER | 45 | 22 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| WELDER (GAS & Elect.) | 31 | 16 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| C&W Workshop/DELHI | FITTER | 32 | 16 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| CARPENTER | 21 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| WELDER (GAS & Elect.) | 14 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| ELECTRIC LOCO SHED/GZB/DLI | ELECTRICIAN | 40 | 20 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| FITTER | 40 | 20 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| WELDER/GAS & ELECTRIC | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| MACHINIST | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| EMU CAR SHED/GZB/DLI | FITTER (Elect.) | 50 | 25 | 8 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| FITTER (Mech.) | 48 | 24 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| WELDER (GAS & ELECTRIC) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| PAINTER General | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| CARPENTER | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| MACHINIST | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| DSL SHED TKD/DLI | FITTER | 67 | 35 | 9 | 5 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| MECHANIC DIESEL | 55 | 27 | 7 | 5 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| TURNER | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| WELDER (GAS & ELECTRIC) | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| DSL SHED SSB/DLI | FITTER (Elect.) | 46 | 24 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| FITTER (Mech.) | 45 | 23 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| ELECTRICAL (TRD)/DLI | ELECTRICIAN | 98 | 50 | 15 | 7 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT/DLI | DATA ENTRY OPERATOR | 15 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| STENOGRAPHER (ENGLISH) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| S & T /DLI | ELECTRONICS MECHANIC/Sig. | 63 | 32 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| ELECTRONICS MECHANIC/TELE | 29 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| DY. CE/BL/TKJ | FITTER | 28 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| WELDER (GAS & ELECTRIC) | 17 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CARPENTER | 10 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| PAINTER General | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| COMPUTER OPERATOR & PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrical General/DLI | Electrician | 68 | 35 | 10 | 5 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| S & T / WS / GZB | ELECTRICIAN | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| ELECTRONICS MECHANIC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| WELDER (GAS & ELECTRIC) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| FITTER | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| PAINTER General | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| MECHANIC MACHINE TOOL MAINTENANCE | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| NRHQ (P. BRANCH) | STENOGRAPHER (ENGLISH) | 40 | 20 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| STENOGRAPHER (HINDI) | 25 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| COMPUTER OPERATOR & PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| DATA ENTRY OPERATOR | 60 | 30 | 9 | 5 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Engineering Dept./DLI Division | Welder (Gas & Electric) | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blacksmith | 13 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Carpenter | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Painter General | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Mason (Building Constructor) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fitter | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| TMC | Fitter | 43 | 22 | 6 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 15 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Electrician | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Electronics Mechanic | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| CLUSTER FIROZPUR (FZR) - Total: 740 | |||||||||||
| DSL SHED LDH/FZR Div. | ELECTRICIAN | 98 | 61 | 25 | 0 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| MECHANIC DIESEL | 114 | 71 | 29 | 0 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | |
| TURNER | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CARPENTER | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| PAINTER General | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| WELDER /Gas & Elect.) | 7 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| MECHANIC MOTOR VEHICLE | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| DMU CAR SHED JUC/FZR Div. | ELECTRICIAN | 15 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| MECHANIC DIESEL | 35 | 22 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| WELDER / Gas & Elect.) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| TURNER | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| C & W DEPOT / FZR | WELDER | 8 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| CARPENTER | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| FITTER | 65 | 41 | 15 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 12 | |
| ELECTRICIAN | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| ELS / SHED / LDH/FZR/Div. | ELECTRICIAN | 35 | 22 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| FITTER | 34 | 21 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| WELDER / Gas & Elect.) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| BRIDGE WORK SHOP JALANDHAR | PLATE FITTER | 16 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| WELDER Gas & Elect.) | 12 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| FITTER/General | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| MACHINE OPERATOR | 11 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| SLINGER | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| M W D FITTER | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| PIPE FITTER | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CRANE OPERATOR | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CWM / ASR | FITTER | 60 | 31 | 9 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| WELDER/ Gas & Elect.) | 40 | 20 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| MACHINIST | 25 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Engg. Dept./ DRM/FZR | Welder (Gas & Electric.) | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blacksmith | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Carpenter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Mason (Building Constructor) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fitter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Signal Deptt./DRM/FZR | Electronics Mechanic | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Information and communication Technology System Maintenance | 12 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Instrument Mechanic | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Tele Department DRM/FZR | Electronics Mechanic | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Information and communication Technology System Maintenance | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Instrument Mechanic | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Elect. / Gen Department/DRM/FZR | Electrician | 15 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic | 20 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrician (TL) | 23 | 14 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Personnel Department DRM/FZR | Stenographer (Hindi) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stenographer (English) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CLUSTER MORADABAD (MB) - Total: 63 | |||||||||||
| MB Division | Data Entry Operator | 14 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stenographer (English) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Engineering Dept/ MB Division | Fitter | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carpenter | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Mason (Building Constructor) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Painter General | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Blacksmith | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| S&T/MB | Electronics Mechanics (Singal) | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronics Mechanics (Signal) | 16 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electronics Mechanics (Tele) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CLUSTER AMBALA (UMB) - Total: 979 | |||||||||||
| UMB Division | Carpenter | 24 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 46 | 24 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | |
| Blacksmith | 13 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Mason (Building Constructor)) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fitter | 230 | 117 | 34 | 17 | 62 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 24 | |
| Painter General | 13 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Electrician | 23 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Fitter (Elect.) | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Electrician/ACF | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Wireman | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Mechanic Diesel | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrician/TRD | 60 | 31 | 9 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| Electrician/Remote Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electronics Mechanics | 10 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Turner | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant | 20 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Stenographer (English) | 20 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| C&W POH W/S Jagadhari, Yamuna Nagar | Fitter | 129 | 65 | 19 | 10 | 35 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 65 | 33 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Carpenter | 61 | 32 | 9 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Painter General | 59 | 30 | 9 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Machinist | 39 | 19 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Wireman | 29 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Electrician | 24 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic | 14 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| RCNK | Fitter/ C&W | 15 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fitter/Elec. | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| S&T/UMB | Electrician | 9 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Painter General | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Carpenter | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Welder (Gas & electric) | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Electronic Mechanic | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fitter | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| CLUSTER JAMMU - Total: 32 | |||||||||||
| Jammu Division | Welder (Gas & Electric) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blacksmith | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Carpenter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Mason (Building Constructor) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fitter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| S&T/JAT | Electronic Mechanic (ESM) | 12 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Mechanic(TCM) | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Grand Total Vacancies | 4651 | 2378 | 708 | 349 | 1241 | 47 | 38 | 20 | 21 | 156 | |
Job Profile & Responsibility
As an Act Apprentice with Northern Railway, you will undergo comprehensive training in your chosen trade. This program is designed to impart practical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for railway operations and maintenance. Responsibilities will vary based on the specific trade, focusing on hands-on experience and adherence to safety protocols.
- Engage in on-the-job training relevant to your ITI trade (e.g., Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist).
- Learn and apply safety procedures and regulations specific to railway environments.
- Assist skilled workers and technicians in maintenance, repair, and operational tasks.
- Develop proficiency in using tools, equipment, and machinery pertinent to your trade.
- Understand the technical aspects of railway systems and components.
- Maintain accurate records of training progress and tasks performed.
How to Apply
Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria for the RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 can apply online by following the steps below. Ensure all details are accurate before final submission.
- Visit the official website of Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway, at www.rrcnr.org.
- Locate and click on the notification titled “Engagement of Act Apprentice 2026” on the homepage.
- Click on the online application link and complete the initial registration using your personal details, mobile number, and email ID.
- Upon successful registration, you will receive login credentials (password) via your registered email ID and mobile number.
- Log in to the candidate dashboard using these credentials, which will display the Application Form, Payment of Online Fee, and Upload documents sections.
- Fill in the application form with all required personal, educational (Class 10th marks), and ITI qualification details.
- Carefully select the appropriate cluster and unit based on your ITI trade and available training slots.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, thumb impression, and all necessary educational certificates (Class 10th mark sheet, ITI mark sheets, NCVT/SCVT certificate, caste certificate, PwBD/Ex-SM certificate) in the prescribed format and size (10 to 50 KB in JPG format for images).
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable, through the provided payment gateway.
- Review all entered details thoroughly before proceeding to final submission.
- Submit the application form and download the confirmation page and fee receipt for your records and future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are announced under RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway, has announced a total of 4651 Act Apprentice training slots across various clusters.
What is the last date to apply for RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications by 11 December 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
What are the educational qualifications required for this recruitment?
Candidates must have passed Class 10th with at least 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an NCVT or SCVT-recognised institution. Both qualifications must be completed by 06 November 2026.
Is there any written examination or interview for RRC NR Act Apprentice selection?
No, the selection process for RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is purely merit-based, relying on the average percentage of marks obtained in Class 10th and ITI examinations. There will be no written test or interview.
What is the application fee for RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹100/- for General and OBC candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, and Women candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
Will apprentices receive permanent employment in Northern Railway after training?
No, apprenticeship is a skill-training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Completion of training does not guarantee permanent employment in Indian Railways.
What is the age limit for RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates should have completed 15 years of age and not completed 24 years of age as on 11 December 2026. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.