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Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Updated 04 Nov 2026 | Nishant eAcademy

Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR) has released an official notification for the engagement of 2861 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, in various designated trades across Central Railway workshops and units.

Candidates who have passed Class 10 with at least 50% aggregate marks and possess the required ITI trade certificate from NCVT/SCVT are eligible to apply, subject to other conditions.

The recruitment covers trades such as Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Carpenter, Machinist, Mechanic Diesel, Painter, Turner, Electronics Mechanic, Stenographer and other technical trades.

The selection will be based on a merit list prepared from Class 10 and ITI marks, without a written examination or interview. Eligible candidates can apply online from 03 November 2026 to 02 December 2026.

Recruitment at a Glance

Recruitment notification name
Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Post / posts
Act Apprentice
Total vacancies
2861
Salary / pay scale
Monthly Stipend: ₹9,600
Hiring organisation
Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR), Indian Railways
Application fee
General / UR: ₹100

OBC: ₹100

SC: No Fee

ST: No Fee

PwBD:No Fee

Women Candidates: No Fee

Eligibility at a Glance

Qualification
Class 10 Qualification: Candidates must have passed the 10th Class examination or equivalent under the 10+2 education system from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

ITI Qualification: Candidates must possess a National Trade Certificate in the relevant notified trade issued by NCVT or a Provisional National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Special qualification
NIl
Experience
Nil
Age limit and relaxation
15 to 24 Years


Age Relaxation

As per Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026, candidates must have completed 15 years of age and should not have completed 24 years as on 03 November 2026. The upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for 10 years of upper age relaxation. Ex-Servicemen may receive age relaxation as prescribed in the notification, based on the period of service rendered in the Defence Forces plus three years, subject to a minimum of six months of continuous military service and the specified conditions.
Nationality
Indian
Who can apply
Indian candidates who have passed Class 10th and IIT

Important Dates

Official notification date
2026-11-03
Application start date
2026-11-03
Last date to apply
2026-12-02
Admit card issue date / announcement
To Be Notified
Exam dates — one stage per line
To Be Notified
Result date / announcement
To Be Notified

Selection Process

Exam pattern and selection process
Selection Process

The selection of candidates for Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be carried out through a merit-based process. No written examination or personal interview is prescribed.

The merit list will be prepared by calculating the simple average of the percentage marks obtained in Class 10 and the relevant ITI trade examination.

Exam Pattern

There is no Computer Based Test (CBT), written examination or interview for Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Selection will be made entirely on the basis of academic merit calculated from Class 10 and ITI examination marks. Equal weightage will be given to both qualifications. Candidates shortlisted through the merit list must undergo document verification and fulfil the required medical fitness standards. The final engagement will depend on eligibility, document verification and the availability of apprenticeship training slots.
Other details / fees / how to apply
How to Apply Online

Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway website.

Step 1: Visit the official RRC Central Railway website.

Step 2: Open the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 application section.

Step 3: Read the notification and eligibility conditions carefully.

Step 4: Register and enter the required personal details, including name, date of birth, mobile number, email address and identity information.

Step 5: Choose only one cluster and provide unit preferences within that cluster.

Step 6: Enter Class 10 and ITI qualification details accurately.

Step 7: Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting certificates.

Step 8: Preview and verify all application information before final submission.

Step 9: Pay the application fee online, if applicable.

Step 10: Submit the application and download the confirmation/printout for future reference.
Actual duties / job description
Selected candidates will undergo one year of practical apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, in designated trades at Central Railway workshops and units. Training will be related to their respective ITI trades, including Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter, Mechanic Diesel, Electronics Mechanic, Painter, Stenographer and other notified trades. Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600 during the training period. This is a training engagement and does not guarantee permanent employment in Indian Railways.

Verify eligibility, fees and dates using the official notification. Nishant eAcademy is not the recruiting organisation.