RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Out, Apply Online for 4651 Posts

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The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway, has released the RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 4,651 Act Apprentice training slots. Candidates who have completed Class 10 and ITI in the relevant trade can apply online through the official website.

The online application process started on 11 November 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms until 11 December 2026. The recruitment covers six clusters: Lucknow, Delhi, Ambala, Firozpur, Moradabad and Jammu.

Candidates will be selected through a merit list prepared using their Class 10 and ITI marks. There will be no written examination or interview. Interested candidates should check the eligibility criteria, age limit, vacancy details, application fee and selection process before applying.

RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview

Particulars	Details
Organisation	Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway
Recruitment Name	RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Advertisement Number	RRC/NR/03/2026/Act Apprentice
Post Name	Act Apprentice
Total Vacancies	4,651
Training Year	2026-27
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	11 November 2026
Last Date to Apply	11 December 2026
Minimum Age	15 Years
Maximum Age	24 Years
Educational Qualification	10th Pass + ITI
Selection Process	Merit-Based
Application Fee	₹100 (where applicable)
Job Location	Northern Railway Clusters
Official PDF	Click Here
Official Website	www.rrcnr.org

RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the following dates to avoid missing the application deadline.

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	6 November 2026
Online Application Starts	11 November 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	11 December 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	11 December 2026
Expected Merit List	February 2027

Note: The application window will close at 11:59 PM on 11 December 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their registration well before the deadline.

RRC NR Apprentice Vacancy 2026

Northern Railway has announced a total of 4,651 Apprentice training slots across six clusters. Candidates can check the cluster-wise vacancy distribution below.

Cluster Name	Total Vacancies
Lucknow (LKO)	1,525
Delhi (DLI)	1,312
Firozpur (FZR)	740
Moradabad (MB)	63
Ambala (UMB)	979
Jammu	32
Total	4,651

Important Note: Lucknow has the highest number of training slots, with 1,525 vacancies, followed by Delhi with 1,312 and Ambala with 979 vacancies.

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

Cluster	UR	OBC	SC	ST	PwBD	Total
Lucknow	774	410	229	112	42	1,525
Delhi	668	352	198	94	50	1,312
Firozpur	442	117	169	12	33	740
Moradabad	32	16	9	6	1	63
Ambala	501	262	144	72	39	979
Jammu	16	6	6	4	0	32

RRC NR Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates interested in applying for Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment must fulfil the educational qualification and age requirements mentioned in the notification.

Educational Qualification

Qualification	Eligibility Criteria
Class 10th	Passed Matriculation under the 10+2 examination system
Minimum Marks	At least 50% aggregate marks in Class 10th
ITI Qualification	ITI certificate in the relevant trade
Recognised Institute	NCVT or SCVT recognised institution
Qualification Cut-off Date	Both Class 10th and ITI must be completed on or before 6 November 2026

Note: Candidates whose Class 10 or ITI results are awaited as of the eligibility cut-off date are not eligible to apply.

Age Limit

The minimum and maximum age limits for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are given below.

Age Criteria	Age Limit
Minimum Age	15 Years
Maximum Age	24 Years
Age Calculation Date	11 December 2026

Age Relaxation

Reserved category candidates will receive age relaxation as per the recruitment rules.

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years
PwBD	10 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per applicable rules

RRC NR Apprentice Apply Online 2026 Link

The online application process for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has started on 11 November 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online for 4,651 Apprentice posts through the official website of Northern Railway. The last date to submit the application form is 11 December 2026 (11:59 PM). Candidates are advised to complete their registration and fee payment before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

RRC NR Apprentice Application Fee 2026

Candidates must pay the application fee according to their category. The fee can be paid through the online payment facility.

Category	Application Fee
General/Others	₹100
OBC	₹100
SC	No Fee
ST	No Fee
PwBD	No Fee
Women Candidates	No Fee

How to Apply Online for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates who fulfil the eligibility conditions can follow these steps to complete their online application.

Visit the official website of the Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway, at www.rrcnr.org.
Find the notification titled “Engagement of Act Apprentice 2026” on the homepage.
Click on the online application link and complete the registration process using your personal details, mobile number and email ID.
Log in using the registration credentials received on your registered email ID or mobile number.
Fill in the application form with your personal, educational and ITI qualification details.
Select the appropriate cluster and unit according to your ITI trade and the available training slots.
Upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression and required educational certificates in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
Carefully check all the details entered in the form before final submission.
Submit the application form and download the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

RRC NR Apprentice Selection Process 2026

The selection process for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is based on merit. Candidates do not need to appear for any written examination or interview.

The selection process includes the following stages:

Application Screening: Submitted applications will be checked to verify eligibility and required information.
Merit List Preparation: A merit list will be prepared using the average percentage of marks obtained in Class 10 and ITI examinations.
Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present their original educational and category certificates.
Medical Fitness: Candidates must submit the required medical fitness certificate.

Documents Required for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling out the online application form:

Class 10 mark sheet and certificate.
ITI mark sheets for all semesters.
NCVT/SCVT ITI certificate or provisional National Trade Certificate.
Date of birth proof.
Recent passport-size photograph.
Scanned signature.
Thumb impression.
SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD certificate, wherever applicable.
Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable.
Valid mobile number and email ID.

RRC NR Apprentice Salary 2026

Candidates selected under RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will receive a monthly stipend during their apprenticeship training. The stipend will be paid according to the revised rates under the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, effective from 11 September 2025.

As per the revised stipend rates, ITI/NTC/STC certificate holders are eligible for a minimum stipend of ₹9,600 per month.

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

Important Instructions for Candidates

Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Make sure that your ITI trade is available in the selected cluster and unit.
Enter Class 10 and ITI marks correctly.
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed medical and physical fitness requirements.
No changes will be allowed after final submission of the application.
Keep a printout of the submitted application form for document verification.
Apprentices will not be entitled to permanent employment in Northern Railway after completing training.

RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are announced under RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A. The Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway, has announced a total of 4,651 Act Apprentice training slots.

Q2. When did the RRC NR Apprentice online application process start?

A. The online application process started on 11 November 2026.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications by 11 December 2026, up to 11:59 PM.

Q4. Can candidates who have completed only Class 10 apply for this recruitment?

A. No. Candidates must have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an NCVT or SCVT-recognised institution.

Q5. Can candidates apply for more than one cluster under RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A. Candidates should follow the cluster and unit selection rules mentioned in the official notification. Only one application per candidate is permitted.

Q6. Is there any preference for candidates who completed ITI from Northern Railway training institutes?

A. Candidates should check the official notification for any applicable preference or reservation provisions. Selection is primarily based on the prescribed merit criteria.

Q7. Will candidates receive a permanent Railway employee status after completing apprenticeship training?

A. No. Apprenticeship is a skill-training programme under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Completion of training does not guarantee permanent employment in Indian Railways.

Q8. What happens if two candidates secure the same merit percentage?

A. In case of a tie, the older candidate is given preference. If their ages are also equal, the candidate who passed Class 10 earlier receives preference.

Q9. Can candidates awaiting their ITI results apply for Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A. No. Candidates must have completed both Class 10 and ITI qualifications by the prescribed eligibility cut-off date.

Q10. When will the RRC NR Apprentice Merit List 2026 be released?

A. The merit list is expected in February 2027. Candidates should regularly visit the official Northern Railway website for updates.

Q11. Is a medical fitness certificate required for RRC NR Apprentice selection?

A. Yes. Shortlisted candidates must fulfil the prescribed medical fitness requirements and submit the required certificate during the selection process.