Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway, Prayagraj 

Engagement of Act Apprentices under Apprentices Act 1961 - Notification No. RRC/NCR/Act Apprentice 01/2026 

Short Details of Notification 

Sarkari Job 

Important Dates

  • Application Begin : 08.07.2026
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 07.08.2026 upto 11:59 PM
  • Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 07.08.2026
  • Merit List / DV Date : To be announced
  • Admit Card Available : To be announced
  • Result Announced : To be announced

Application Fee

  • General / OBC : ₹100/-
  • EWS : ₹100/-
  • SC / ST / Female / PwBD : No Fee
  • Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.

Age Limit & Selection Process

  • Age Limit: Minimum 15 years and Maximum 24 years (as on 07.07.2026) with relaxation as per rules for reserved categories
  • Selection Process: Merit based on 10th class marks followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination

Total Apprentice Post - 1853

Trade NameTotal SeatsEligibility/Details
Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, Carpenter, Painter, Mechanic (Diesel), Electronics Mechanic and other ITI Trades 1853
  • 10th Pass with 50% marks and ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT
  • Duration: 1 year apprenticeship training
  • Certification: NCVT/SCVT recognized
TradeTotal Posts
Fitter508
Electrician – 508508
Welder (Gas & Electric)198
Mechanic (Diesel)194
COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant)162
Wireman99
Turner73
Machinist57
Carpenter50
Painter (General)49
Electronics Mechanic40
Crane Operator15
Stenographer (Hindi)08
Stenographer (English)08
Health Sanitary Inspector06
Mechanic (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning)05

Stipend & Benefits Details

  • Training Period: 1 Year Apprenticeship Training.
  • Stipend: Paid as per the prescribed rates under the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprenticeship Rules, and Railway Board instructions applicable from time to time. The official notification does not specify a fixed monthly amount.
  • Certification: Apprentices who successfully complete the training and pass the NCVT proficiency test will receive the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) Certificate.
  • Employment: Completion of apprenticeship training does not guarantee regular employment in Indian Railways.
  • Other Benefits: Training in designated trades under North Central Railway with practical industrial experience as per Railway Board guidelines.

Exam Pattern

  • Exam Type: No Written Exam - Merit based on 10th Marks
  • Total Questions: Not Applicable
  • Duration: Not Applicable
  • Negative Marking: Not Applicable

Application Centers

  • Online Application: Through official portal only
  • Center Allocation: Based on division preference during application (Prayagraj, Jhansi, Agra)
  • Document Verification at allotted units

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