RRC Central Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026
RRC Central Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway has invited online applications under Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026 (dated 3 November 2026) for 2,861 apprentice training slots under the Apprentices Act 1961. Applications run from 3 November 2026 (11:00) to 2 December 2026 (17:00) at rrccr.com.
Selection is by merit only, with no written exam: the average of your 10th percentage and your ITI percentage decides your rank.
Latest Update (7 November 2026): The application window is open and closes on 2 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. The slot numbers are provisional and RRC may increase or decrease them.
RRC Central Railway Act Apprentice 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway, Mumbai |
| Notification No. | RRC/CR/AA/2026 dated 03.11.2026 |
| Total Slots | 2,861 (provisional) |
| Qualification | 10th pass with at least 50% aggregate plus ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in the trade |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years as on 03.11.2026 |
| Training Period | 1 year for all trades |
| Stipend | ₹9,600 per month (as per RBE No. 116/2025) |
| Application Mode | Online only at rrccr.com |
| Selection | Merit list (no exam) |
RRC CR Apprentice 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 03 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 03 November 2026 (11:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 December 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Age Cut-Off Date | 03 November 2026 |
RRC CR Apprentice Vacancy 2026
You must choose one cluster: Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur or Solapur. Each cluster has units such as Carriage & Wagon depots, diesel and electric loco sheds, workshops, S&T, Engineering and Admin. The notification lists slots by unit and trade (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Carpenter, Painter, Machinist and others) with UR, OBC, SC, ST and PwBD splits. For example, Carriage & Wagon (Coaching) Wadi Bunder, Mumbai has 258 slots, of which 182 are for Fitter.
Check that your ITI trade has slots in your chosen cluster and unit before you submit. The notice warns that you cannot edit the application after final submission, and multiple applications lead to rejection. Ex-servicemen slots are included within the totals.
RRC CR Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026
Education
Passed 10th (or equivalent under the 10+2 system) with at least 50% aggregate marks and hold the National Trade Certificate (or provisional certificate) in the notified trade from NCVT/SCVT. Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible. Candidates who are already undergoing or have completed apprenticeship training should not apply.
Age Limit (as on 03.11.2026)
| Category | Date of birth range |
|---|---|
| UR | 03/11/2002 to 03/11/2011 |
| OBC | 03/11/1999 to 03/11/2011 |
| SC / ST | 03/11/1997 to 03/11/2011 |
PwBD get 10 years extra. Ex-servicemen get up to 10 years extra (service rendered plus 3 years).
RRC CR Apprentice Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 (non-refundable, online) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
RRC CR Apprentice Stipend 2026
The notification says all trades have a training period of 1 year. Apprentices are paid a stipend of ₹9,600 per month for National or State Certificate holders, as per RBE No. 116/2025 dated 11 November 2025. No hostel accommodation is provided, so you must arrange your own stay during training.
RRC CR Apprentice Selection Process 2026
- Merit list from the simple average of matriculation percentage and ITI percentage in the applied trade (minimum 50% in 10th).
- Merit lists are made cluster, unit, trade and community wise, equal to the number of slots.
- Document verification at the opted division or unit, and a medical test.
If two candidates have equal marks, the older candidate is preferred. If marks entered in the form do not match the marksheet, the application is rejected. Boards that give only letter grades must be converted to a percentage by the midpoint method shown in the notice.
How to Apply for RRC CR Act Apprentice 2026
- Open rrccr.com and go to the Act Apprentice 2026 link.
- Register and fill in your 10th and ITI marks as overall percentages.
- Choose one cluster and your unit preferences within it.
- Upload photo, signature, certificates and category documents.
- Pay the ₹100 fee if applicable and submit before 2 December 2026, 5:00 PM. Save your registration number.
RRC Central Railway Act Apprentice 2026 FAQs
What is the last date for RRC Central Railway Apprentice 2026?
The last date is 2 December 2026 at 17:00 hrs.
How many slots are there in RRC CR Act Apprentice 2026?
The notification gives 2,861 provisional training slots across five clusters of Central Railway.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice 2026 ki yogyata kya hai? (योग्यता और आयु सीमा)
10वीं (कम से कम 50%) और संबंधित ट्रेड में ITI चाहिए। आयु 15 से 24 वर्ष (03.11.2026 तक); SC/ST को 5 साल और OBC को 3 साल की छूट।
Kya RRC CR Apprentice mein exam hota hai? (चयन प्रक्रिया)
नहीं। चयन 10वीं और ITI के प्रतिशत के औसत से बनी मेरिट लिस्ट पर होता है, फिर दस्तावेज़ सत्यापन।
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Final Words
RRC Central Railway Act Apprentice 2026 gives ITI holders 2,861 training slots with merit-based selection. Apply before 2 December 2026.
Important: This article summarises Notification RRC/CR/AA/2026 dated 03.11.2026. Slots are provisional; confirm on rrccr.com.