Central Railway RRC Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply for 2861 Posts

The Central Railway (RRC/CR) has published an Official Notification for post of the Act Apprentice total No. of 18 vacancies. Candidate who have required qualification can apply online through official website. The online application is open from 03 November 2026 to 02 December 2026.

Important Dates : RRC Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

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Vacancy Details : RRC Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Qualification : RRC Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Applicants must have passed the 10th class examination or its equivalent (under the 10+2 examination system) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
• Additionally, candidates must possess a National Trade Certificate in the notified trade, issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or a Provisional Certificate issued by the State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).
• Important Note: Engineering Graduates and Diploma holders are NOT eligible to apply for this apprenticeship, as they fall under a separate apprenticeship scheme.

Age Limit & Application Fees : RRC Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Age Limit:- Minimum Age 15 Years. Maximum Age 24 Years, Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government rules: For SC/ST Candidates: 05 years, For OBC Candidates: 03 years, For Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years, For Ex-Servicemen: Up to an additional 10 years to the extent of service rendered in Defence Forces plus 03 years, provided they have a minimum of 6 months service at a stretch. Age Count As on 03.11.2026
• Application Fees: For General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 100/- (Non-refundable), For SC, ST, PwBD, Women Candidates: Exemption from fee payment.
• Payment Mode: The application fee must be paid online through the payment gateway integrated with the online application portal. Payment can be made using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallet. Candidates are advised to avoid multiple payments for the same application to prevent forfeiture of duplicate payments.

Selection Process : RRC Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Merit List Calculation: The merit list will be prepared based on the simple average of marks obtained in matriculation (with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks) and ITI marks in the relevant trade.
• Matriculation Marks: Aggregate marks obtained in matriculation will be considered for percentage calculation; individual subject marks will not be considered.
• ITI Marks: Average marks from the consolidated statement of marks for all semesters or marks mentioned in the Provisional National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) will be reckoned.
• Tie-Breaking Rule: In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate will be preferred. If the dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed the matriculation examination earlier will be considered first.
• Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted based on the merit list will be called for document verification at their opted Divisions/Units. Original testimonials and a medical certificate (as per Annexure VII) are mandatory.
• Medical Fitness: Candidates must meet the prescribed medical fitness standards as outlined in Annexure VII.
• Final Merit List: A final merit list will be prepared cluster-wise, unit-wise, trade-wise, and community-wise, in descending order of percentage of marks, equal to the number of slots.

Other Details : RRC Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Please read the official notification.

How to Apply?

1. Visit the official RRC/CR website: www.rrccr.com.
2. Locate the notification for Act Apprentice engagement and click on the “Apply Online” link.
3. Fill in the personal details/ BIO-DATA carefully, ensuring that your name, father’s name, and date of birth exactly match your Matriculation certificate to avoid cancellation of candidature during document verification.
4. Candidates must have an Aadhaar Card. Fill in the 12-digit Aadhaar number. For those without Aadhaar, enter the 28-digit Aadhaar Enrolment ID. Applicants from Jammu & Kashmir, Meghalaya, and Assam can use Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, or any other valid Government identity card.
5. Choose only one cluster and give preferences for the Units falling within its geographical jurisdiction. Ensure that the selected cluster/ unit has training slot requirements for your ITI Trade.
6. Upload a recent (taken not later than three months from the application date) color passport-size photograph (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm) in JPG/JPEG format, 100 DPI, with a file size between 20 kb and 70 kb. The photograph should show a clear front view of the candidate without a cap or sunglasses. Keep two additional copies for future use.
7. Upload your signature (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm) in JPG/ JPEG format, 100 DPI, with a file size between 20 kb and 30 kb.
8. Upload scanned copies of required documents: SSC (Standard 10th) mark sheet/ certificate, proof of date of birth, consolidated ITI mark sheet, National Trade Certificate (NCVT/ SCVT), Caste Certificate (SC, ST, OBC in Central Government format), PwBD certificate, and Discharge/ Serving certificate (for Ex-servicemen).
9. Proceed to pay the application fee online (if applicable).
10. Review all entered details before final submission. Once submitted, no changes will be allowed.
11. After successful submission and fee payment, download and print the application form for future reference.
12. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues due to heavy website load.

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