RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway (RRC NCR Prayagraj) has officially invited online applications for the engagement of Act Apprentices for the training year 2026-27 across various divisions and workshops. A total of 1,853 vacancies have been announced for candidates holding a 10th pass qualification along with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. For the latest railway and central government alerts, check our Latest Govt Jobs section.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Under the RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 drive, following the addition of new trade slots, the online application deadline has been extended to 31 August 2026 (up to 23:59 hrs). Selection will be completely merit-based (10th + ITI marks) with no written examination or viva-voce. Below are the comprehensive details regarding eligibility criteria, division-wise vacancies, stipend, and the step-by-step application procedure.
Railway Zone
North Central Railway (NCR)
Total Slots
1,853 Vacancies
Qualification
10th Pass + ITI
Selection Mode
Direct Merit Based (No Exam)
RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview & Highlights
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway (RRC NCR) |
| Notification Number | RRC/NCR/Act. Apprentice 01/2026 |
| Engagement Drive | RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Designated Post | Trade Apprentice (Act Apprentice) |
| Total Vacancies / Slots | 1,853 Slots |
| Training Duration | 01 Year Apprenticeship Training |
| Monthly Stipend | As per Railway Board Apprenticeship Rules |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Extended Deadline | 31 August 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Official Portal | rrcpryj.org |
RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Candidates applying for the RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must keep track of the revised application schedule and fee payment deadlines:
| Event / Activity | Important Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification Release Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 July 2026 |
| Revised Slots & Extension Notice Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Apply Online | 31 August 2026 (Till 23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 31 August 2026 |
| Merit List & Document Verification Schedule | Check updates via Admit Card & Results Portal |
Division & Workshop-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Division / Workshop Name | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| Prayagraj (PRYJ) Division | 703 |
| Jhansi (JHS) Division | 514 |
| Agra (AGC) Division | 296 |
| Jhansi Workshop (JHS) | 226 |
| Track Machine Line / HQ | 82 |
| Headquarter / NCR / PRYJ | 32 |
| Consolidated Total | 1,853 Slots |
Trade-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Trade Name | Slots | Trade Name | Slots |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 849 | Electrician | 425 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 120 | COPA | 114 |
| Machinist | 90 | Mechanic (Diesel) | 72 |
| Wireman | 63 | Carpenter | 19 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 19 | Turner | 18 |
| Mechanic-cum-Operator Electronics | 15 | Stenographer (English) | 14 |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | 10 | Multimedia & Web Designer | 9 |
| Painter | 9 | ICT System Maintenance | 8 |
| Health Sanitary Inspector | 6 | Plumber | 5 |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | 5 | Computer Networking Tech | 2 |
Eligibility Criteria for RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Before submitting forms for RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026, applicants must verify the minimum educational standards and age limitations:
1. Educational & Technical Qualifications
- 10th / Matriculation: Must have passed SSC/Matriculation examination with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- Technical Qualification: ITI / National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the designated relevant trade.
- Important Note: Engineering Degree holders and Diploma holders are not eligible to apply. Awaiting result candidates are also ineligible.
2. Age Limit (as on 07.07.2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Category Relaxations: SC/ST candidates receive 5 years relaxation, OBC (NCL) gets 3 years, and PwBD candidates receive 10 years relaxation as per railway rules.
Selection Methodology (No Written Exam)
The selection under RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is formulated entirely on academic merit:
- Merit Calculation: Average of marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI marks, giving equal 50:50 weightage to both.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted applicants (up to 1.5 times the vacancies) will be summoned for physical verification of original certificates.
- Medical Standards: Provisionally selected candidates must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate issued by an authorized Government Medical Officer.
Application Fee & Payment Details
- UR / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates): βΉ100/- (Non-Refundable Processing Fee)
- SC / ST / PwBD / All Female Candidates: Nil (Exempted from Application Fee)
- Payment Gateways: Online via Internet Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, or UPI.
How to Apply Online for RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the Important Official Links section below and click on the Apply Online Portal link.
- Complete the initial registration process on the official RRC Prayagraj recruitment portal.
- Enter educational marks (10th standard and ITI marks), trade preferences, and personal details.
- Upload scanned copies of photographs, signatures, 10th certificates, and ITI trade certificates.
- Pay the applicable processing fee of βΉ100/- online (if applicable).
- Submit the application and download a clean copy of the confirmation printout for future reference.
RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 β Important Official Links
| Apply Online for RRC NCR Apprentice 2026 | Apply Online Portal |
| Download Last Date Extension Notice | Download Notice PDF |
| Download Detailed Official Notification PDF | Download Full PDF |
| Visit RRC NCR Official Website | Official Website |