Last updated: 8 November 2026
RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a big chance for 10th pass youth with an ITI. Northern Railway has 4,651 apprentice slots in six clusters, and Lucknow alone has 1,525 of them, which is the nearest cluster for Bihar.
There is no written test and no interview. The merit list is made from the average of your 10th and ITI marks. The form opens on 11 November 2026 and closes on 11 December 2026. This is an apprenticeship, not a regular railway job, and it does not promise absorption after training.
Job Summary
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway, New Delhi |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | RRC/NR/03/2026/Act Apprentice |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice (various ITI trades), session 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancy | 4651 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass + ITI |
| Who Can Apply | 10th pass with at least 50% marks and an NCVT / SCVT ITI in a notified trade. Bihar candidates can apply, there is no domicile condition. |
| Pay | Apprentice stipend as per the rules in force (amount not stated in the notification) |
| Job Location | Northern Railway clusters: Lucknow, Delhi, Ambala, Firozpur, Moradabad, Jammu |
| Application Mode | Online (opens 11 November 2026) |
| Official Website | nr.indianrailways.gov.in |
RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 6 November 2026 |
| Online application starts | 11 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 11 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Merit list (expected) | February 2027 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, BC and EBC | Rs. 100 |
| SC, ST, PwBD and women | Nil |
The fee is paid online by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. It is not refundable.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All candidates (as on 11 December 2026) | 15 to 24 years |
Relaxation: SC and ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years. Ex-servicemen get relaxation as per the notification.
RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Explained
For RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 you must have passed Class 10 with at least 50% aggregate marks, and also hold an ITI certificate (NCVT or SCVT) in a trade that is notified. Both results must have been declared on or before 6 November 2026. A result that is still awaited is not accepted.
You can apply only for a cluster and unit where your ITI trade has seats. If you choose a wrong one, the form is rejected and the fee is not refunded. Send only one application, because multiple forms are all rejected. OBC candidates need a Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued for 2026-27, on or after 1 January 2026, in the Central Government format.
Vacancy Details
| Post / Department | Posts |
|---|---|
| Lucknow cluster | 1525 |
| Delhi cluster | 1312 |
| Ambala cluster | 979 |
| Firozpur cluster | 740 |
| Moradabad cluster | 63 |
| Jammu cluster | 32 |
| Total Vacancy | 4651 |
RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- No written exam and no interview.
- Merit list is made from the average of 10th and ITI percentage, with equal weight.
- If two candidates tie, the older one ranks first. If the date of birth is also the same, the one who passed 10th earlier ranks higher.
- The merit list is made cluster wise, trade wise and community wise.
- Document verification, with a medical certificate from a government doctor.
In the RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026, the marks you enter online must match your original mark sheets. If they do not, you are rejected at document verification. The training slots are provisional and may change.
Documents Needed for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- 10th mark sheet and certificate (date of birth proof)
- Consolidated ITI mark sheet of all semesters, or a provisional National Trade Certificate
- NCVT / SCVT National Trade Certificate
- Caste certificate (SC, ST, OBC) in the Central Government format
- PwBD or ex-servicemen certificate, if you claim it
- Photo, signature and left thumb impression (10 to 50 KB, JPG)
How to Apply for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- From 11 November 2026, open rrcnr.org and click the 'Engagement of Act Apprentice' link.
- Register with your name, father's name, category, mobile number, email and date of birth. The password comes by SMS and email.
- Log in, fill the form and choose a cluster and unit where your ITI trade has seats.
- Upload your photo, signature, left thumb impression and the certificates.
- Pay the fee online if it applies to you, submit the form and keep a printout.
- Apply before 11 December 2026, 11:59 PM. No change is allowed after final submission.
Official Source
The details in this post are based on the official notice (Advt. No. RRC/NR/03/2026/Act Apprentice). Please read the official notice before you apply.
Important Links
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
It is a recruitment of 4,651 Act Apprentices by the Railway Recruitment Cell of Northern Railway for the training session 2026-27.
How many posts are there in RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are 4,651 slots: Lucknow 1,525, Delhi 1,312, Ambala 979, Firozpur 740, Moradabad 63 and Jammu 32.
When does the RRC NR Apprentice 2026 form start?
The online application starts on 11 November 2026.
What is the last date for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
11 December 2026, 11:59 PM.
What is the qualification for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Class 10 with at least 50% marks, and an ITI in a notified trade from NCVT or SCVT, both passed by 6 November 2026.
Can Bihar candidates apply for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Yes. The notification has no state or domicile condition. The nearest cluster for Bihar is Lucknow, with 1,525 slots.
What is the age limit for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
15 to 24 years as on 11 December 2026. SC and ST get 5 years, OBC 3 years and PwBD 10 years of relaxation.
What is the application fee for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Rs. 100 for General, BC and EBC. SC, ST, PwBD and women pay nothing.
Is there an exam in RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No. There is no written test and no interview. The merit list is made from 10th and ITI marks.
How is the merit list made in RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
It is the average of your 10th percentage and ITI percentage, with equal weight. It is made cluster wise, trade wise and community wise.
What is the stipend in RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The notification does not state an amount. It says the stipend is as per the rules in force. Please check the official notification.
Is RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 a permanent railway job?
No. It is an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961. There is no right to a job after training.
Can I apply for more than one cluster in RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No. Send only one application. If you send more than one, all of them are rejected and the fee is not refunded.
Where do I apply for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Online on rrcnr.org, under the Engagement of Act Apprentice link. The notification PDF is in the Important Links section of this post.
Which documents are needed for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
10th mark sheet, ITI mark sheets and trade certificate, category certificate if needed, photo, signature and left thumb impression.
Is hostel provided in RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No hostel is provided during training, and no travel or daily allowance is paid for document verification.
Disclaimer: Please verify all details on the official notification before applying. We are an information website and not connected to any government department.
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