RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Fitter, Electrician, Welder and Other Trades
If you have passed 10th and finished an ITI course, Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway has opened 4,651 Act Apprentice training slots for you. The trades include Fitter, Electrician, Welder (Gas & Electric), Mechanic (Diesel), Carpenter and many more, spread over six clusters. This is apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act 1961, not a regular railway job, so read the conditions before you apply.
The online form opens on 11 November 2026 and closes on 11 December 2026 at 11:59 pm. There is no written test or viva: selection is by merit from your 10th and ITI marks. This guide covers trades, slots, age, fee, merit and the steps to apply. Check more Railway jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights of RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi |
| Notification No. | RRC/NR/03/2026/Act Apprentice (dated 6 November 2026) |
| Total Training Slots | 4,651 across 42 trades |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Qualification | 10th with 50% marks + ITI in the trade |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years as on 11 December 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs 100 (SC, ST, PwBD and Women exempted) |
| Selection | Merit of 10th and ITI marks, then Document Verification |
| Mode | Online only |
How Many Vacancies Are There in RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2026?
The slots are provisional and can increase or decrease with the need of the administration. They include the PwBD and Ex-Servicemen slots. The category split differs for every trade, so check the row of your own ITI trade.
| Trade | Category-wise Slots | All Slots |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | UR 799 / SC 241 / ST 107 / OBC 406 | 1553 |
| Electrician | UR 358 / SC 119 / ST 36 / OBC 154 | 667 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | UR 216 / SC 66 / ST 28 / OBC 107 | 417 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | UR 176 / SC 62 / ST 13 / OBC 65 | 316 |
| Carpenter | UR 110 / SC 33 / ST 14 / OBC 56 | 213 |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic | UR 80 / SC 24 / ST 10 / OBC 38 | 152 |
| Stenographer (English) | UR 64 / SC 20 / ST 10 / OBC 33 | 127 |
| Machinist | UR 60 / SC 19 / ST 9 / OBC 32 | 120 |
| Data Entry Operator | UR 57 / SC 16 / ST 9 / OBC 30 | 112 |
| Fitter (Elect.) | UR 58 / SC 16 / ST 8 / OBC 28 | 110 |
| Painter (General) | UR 55 / SC 15 / ST 5 / OBC 28 | 103 |
| Electronics Mechanic | UR 50 / SC 17 / ST 7 / OBC 26 | 100 |
| Fitter (Mech.) | UR 47 / SC 14 / ST 7 / OBC 25 | 93 |
| Electronics Mechanic (Signal) | UR 44 / SC 12 / ST 8 / OBC 23 | 87 |
| Electrician (TRD) | UR 40 / SC 11 / ST 5 / OBC 20 | 76 |
| Wireman | UR 31 / SC 9 / ST 4 / OBC 15 | 59 |
| Blacksmith | UR 24 / SC 10 / ST 5 / OBC 14 | 53 |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant | UR 18 / SC 5 / ST 3 / OBC 7 | 33 |
| Electronics Mechanic (Tele) | UR 16 / SC 4 / ST 2 / OBC 8 | 30 |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | UR 13 / SC 4 / ST 2 / OBC 7 | 26 |
| Electrician (TL) | UR 14 / SC 6 / ST 0 / OBC 3 | 23 |
| Turner | UR 12 / SC 5 / ST 1 / OBC 4 | 22 |
| Information and Communication Technology System Maintenance | UR 10 / SC 4 / ST 0 / OBC 3 | 17 |
| Mason (Building Constructor) | UR 9 / SC 4 / ST 0 / OBC 3 | 16 |
| Plate Fitter | UR 9 / SC 2 / ST 1 / OBC 4 | 16 |
| Fitter/ C&W | UR 8 / SC 2 / ST 1 / OBC 4 | 15 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | UR 8 / SC 2 / ST 0 / OBC 2 | 12 |
| Electronic Mechanic (ESM) | UR 6 / SC 2 / ST 1 / OBC 3 | 12 |
| Machine Operator | UR 5 / SC 2 / ST 1 / OBC 3 | 11 |
| Electronic Mechanic (TCM) | UR 5 / SC 1 / ST 1 / OBC 2 | 9 |
| Welder | UR 5 / SC 2 / ST 0 / OBC 1 | 8 |
| Electrician/ACF | UR 3 / SC 1 / ST 1 / OBC 2 | 7 |
| Material Handling Equipment Mechanic cum Operator | UR 4 / SC 1 / ST 0 / OBC 1 | 6 |
| Slinger | UR 3 / SC 1 / ST 0 / OBC 2 | 6 |
| Instrument Mechanic | UR 3 / SC 2 / ST 0 / OBC 1 | 6 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric/ Structural Welder) | UR 3 / SC 1 / ST 0 / OBC 1 | 5 |
| Forger & Heat Treater | UR 3 / SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 0 | 3 |
| Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance | UR 1 / SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 1 | 2 |
| M W D Fitter | UR 2 / SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 0 | 2 |
| Pipe Fitter | UR 2 / SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 0 | 2 |
| Crane Operator | UR 2 / SC 0 / ST 0 / OBC 0 | 2 |
| Electrician/Remote Control | UR 0 / SC 0 / ST 1 / OBC 1 | 2 |
The notification has no EWS column, so no EWS slots are shown. By category the slots are UR 2,433, SC 755, ST 300 and OBC 1,163. Inside these slots, the PwBD and Ex-Servicemen (horizontal) slots are:
| Group | Slots |
|---|---|
| Hearing Impaired (HI) | 62 |
| Locomotor Disability (LD) | 50 |
| Multiple Disabilities (MD) | 22 |
| Visually Impaired (VI) | 31 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ExSM) | 176 |
Cluster-wise Slots
You must apply for the cluster and unit where slots for your own trade are notified. Unit-wise slots are in Annexure A of the PDF.
| Cluster | Category-wise Slots | All Slots |
|---|---|---|
| Lucknow (LKO) | UR 774 / SC 229 / ST 112 / OBC 410 | 1525 |
| Delhi (DLI) | UR 668 / SC 198 / ST 94 / OBC 352 | 1312 |
| Firozpur (FZR) | UR 442 / SC 169 / ST 12 / OBC 117 | 740 |
| Moradabad (MB) | UR 32 / SC 9 / ST 6 / OBC 16 | 63 |
| Ambala (UMB) | UR 501 / SC 144 / ST 72 / OBC 262 | 979 |
| Jammu | UR 16 / SC 6 / ST 4 / OBC 6 | 32 |
Important: if you pick a cluster or unit with no slot for your trade, your application becomes meaningless and is summarily rejected, with no refund of the fee.
What Is the Eligibility for RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2026?
Educational Qualification
You must have passed SSC / Matriculation / 10th class (or its equivalent under the 10+2 system) with at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognised board. You must also hold an ITI pass in the relevant trade from NCVT or SCVT. Check more 10th pass jobs and ITI jobs.
Qualification is counted as on 6 November 2026. Candidates whose 10th or ITI result is still awaited on that date are not eligible.
Age Limit
The age is counted as on 11 December 2026: you should have completed 15 years and should not have completed 24 years.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to 10 years more, to the extent of service in the Defence Forces plus 3 years |
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An Ex-serviceman needs at least 6 months of service at a stretch. The relaxation does not apply to Ex-servicemen who have already joined Government civil service after using the servicemen status.
Medical and Physical Standards
You must meet the physical fitness standards of the Apprentices Act 1961 and the Apprenticeship Rules 1992. Bring a medical certificate signed by a Government-authorised gazetted doctor, not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon of a Central or State hospital, to Document Verification. PwBD candidates must apply only against slots that match their disability and trade. The notification lists trades for LD, VI and HI candidates; Multiple Disabilities means more than one disability.
What Is the Salary or Stipend for RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2026?
The notification says the period of training and stipend will be as per the extant rules applicable. No stipend amount is stated in the notification. No hostel accommodation is given, and no TA/DA or accommodation is given for the selection process. You must make your own arrangements.
Training does not give any right to absorption in the Railway. It is not obligatory for the employer to offer any employment after training, and it is not obligatory for the apprentice to accept one.
What is the Selection Process for RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Screening and scrutiny | Your online application is checked. The notification says there will be no written test or viva |
| Merit list | Average of your 10th % and ITI %, with equal weightage to both |
| Merit preparation | Cluster-wise, trade-wise and community-wise, equal to the number of slots |
| Document Verification | Originals plus self-attested photocopies (para 9 says one set, para 13 says two), using the E-Admit Card from the RRC website |
| Medical fitness | Certificate as per the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1992 |
If two candidates have the same marks, the older candidate is preferred. If the date of birth is also the same, the one who passed 10th earlier is considered first. The merit is expected to be displayed in February 2027.
For grading boards, RRC takes the midpoint of the grade range, with each subject out of 100. Add the marks of all subjects, not of any one group. For ITI, the average marks of all semesters in your Provisional National Trade Certificate are used. Enter the marks correctly: if the marks in your form differ from the original mark sheet at verification, your candidature is rejected summarily.
How to Apply Online for RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2026?
Keep your photograph, signature and thumb impression ready as jpg files of 10 to 50 KB each.
- Visit the RRC Northern Railway website (link in Essential Links) and click the “Engagement of Act Apprentice” online application link.
- Register with your name, father’s name, community, category, mobile number, email ID and date of birth. A password is sent to your email and by SMS.
- Log in to the Candidate Dashboard, which has the application form, online fee payment and document upload.
- Fill the form and select the cluster and unit that has slots for your ITI trade.
- Pay the fee online (SC, ST, PwBD and Women are exempted), upload your photo, signature, thumb impression and certificates, and submit.
- Print the application and the fee payment slip for your record.
Only one application per candidate is allowed. If you send multiple applications, all are rejected without refund, and no change is allowed after final submission. Certificates must be in English or Hindi, or come with a self-attested translation.
Documents to Upload
| Document | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date of birth proof | 10th certificate or DOB certificate |
| 10th pass | Mark sheet and certificate |
| ITI | Consolidated mark sheet of all semesters or Provisional National Trade Certificate with marks, and NCVT/SCVT National Trade Certificate |
| Category certificates | Caste, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen certificates in the prescribed format |
| OBC | Caste and Non-Creamy Layer certificate valid for 2026-27, issued on or after 1 January 2026 |
What Are the Important Dates for RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 6 November 2026 |
| Online application starts | 11 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 11 December 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Age and closing date reckoning | 11 December 2026 |
| Expected display of merit | February 2027 |
What Is the Application Fee for RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All other candidates | Rs 100 (non-refundable) |
| SC, ST, PwBD and Women | No fee |
The fee is paid online only, and the transaction charges are borne by the candidate. Cash, cheque, money order, IPO, demand draft and Central Recruitment Fee Stamps are not accepted. If a payment is pending or incomplete, make a fresh transaction.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Slot
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Invalid application | Incomplete form, no photo, signature or thumb impression, signature in capitals, a photo with goggles, cap, wig or coloured glasses, no fee or less fee, missing certificates, over age or under age, or a form in a language other than English or Hindi is rejected |
| No registration right | Only filling the form does not make you eligible for selection |
| Documents at DV | Without the originals and self-attested copies at verification, your candidature will be cancelled. No additional documents are accepted there, and an application without the required uploads is summarily rejected |
| False information | Wrong information or fake certificates can lead to rejection, discharge at any stage even after selection, debarment from all RRB/RRC examinations and legal action |
| Impersonation | Sending someone in your place or impersonating is disqualification, and impersonators are debarred for life from all RRB/RRC examinations and any appointment in Railways, and legal action may follow |
| Political influence | Bringing in any political or other influence can get your candidature rejected |
| Debarred candidates | Those debarred by RRB/RRC need not apply |
| Canvassing | Canvassing or misbehaviour leads to summary rejection and cancellation of candidature, and no correspondence is entertained |
| No unit change | No request for a change of division or unit is entertained |
Essential Links for RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2026
- Download RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2026 Detailed Notification PDF
- Visit RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you hold a 10th pass and an ITI in a listed trade, start your documents early, because the form opens on 11 November and closes on 11 December 2026. Do not wait for the last day, as websites slow down. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Delhi government jobs and updates.