Government SectorAdvt No: Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026

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Central Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

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Core Information Sheet

Important Dates

Apply Starts:	3/11/2026
Last Date:	2/12/2026
Fee Payment:	2/12/2026
Exam Date:	Announced

Application Fees

General / OBC:	₹100
EWS:	₹100
SC / ST:	₹0
Female:	₹0

Age Limitation

Min Age:	15 Years
Max Age:	24 Years
Relaxations:5 years for SC / ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, up to 10 years for PwBD candidates, and additional relaxations for Ex-Servicemen as per rules.

Payment Mode: Online Payment Gateway (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)

Sarkari Age Eligibility Engine

Age Eligibility Check for Central Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Calculate your precise age and check relaxation criteria across General, OBC, SC/ST, and PwD categories.

Your Date of Birth (DOB)

As stated in 10th/Matric certificate

Age as on (Cutoff Date)

Mentioned in official notification

Reservation CategoryStandard unreserved criteria

Your Exact Age

26 Yrs 7 Mos 0 Days

Total: 9,709 days lived

Permissible Max Age Limit

24 Years

Base: 24 Yrs + 0 Yrs (UR)

Eligibility Verdict

NOT ELIGIBLE ❌

Overage (Exceeds 24 yrs max)

Post Wise Vacancies & Eligibility

Salary Slab:Monthly stipend of ₹9,600 per month during the 1-year training period as per extant Railway Board/Apprenticeship guidelines.

Check In-Hand Salary

Min Qualification:Class 10th (Matriculation) with minimum 50% aggregate marks + ITI Certificate in the notified trade

Post Name	Total Vacancies	Specific Eligibility Requirements
Act Apprentice (Various Trades: Fitter, Welder, Carpenter, Painter, Tailor, Electrician, Machinist, Turner, etc.)	2861

Selection Process

Merit-Based Shortlisting: No written test, interview, or oral exam is conducted. The merit list is prepared based on the average percentage of marks obtained in both Matriculation (Class 10th) and ITI examinations.
Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of original credentials at their opted Divisions/Units.
Medical Fitness Examination: Standard pre-engagement medical fitness check-up by a railway medical authority.
Vacancy & Eligibility
Cluster-wise Distribution & Training Locations (Total: 2,861 Posts)
- Mumbai Cluster: Carriage & Wagon (C&W) Wadi Bunder, Parel Workshop, Kalyan Diesel Loco Shed, Kurla Diesel Loco Shed, Mumbai CSMT, etc.
- Bhusawal Cluster: Carriage & Wagon Depot Bhusawal, Electric Loco Workshop Bhusawal, Electric Loco Shed Bhusawal, Manmad Workshop, etc.
- Pune Cluster: Carriage & Wagon Depot Pune, Diesel Loco Shed Pune.
- Nagpur Cluster: Electric Loco Shed Ajni, Carriage & Wagon Depot Nagpur.
- Solapur Cluster: Carriage & Wagon Depot Solapur, Kurduwadi Workshop.
Educational Qualifications

Academic Qualification: Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) examination or its equivalent under the 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
Technical Qualification: Must possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) / ITI Certificate affiliated to NCVT / SCVT in the relevant notified trade.

Exclusions: Engineering Graduates and Diploma holders are not eligible for this specific Act Apprentice scheme.

Important Documents Required

Scanned Passport-size Photograph and Signature adhering to specified size guidelines.
Class 10th (Matriculation) Marksheet & Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth and 50% marks compliance).
Consolidated ITI Marksheet covering all semesters/years of the notified trade.
National Trade Certificate (NTC) or Provisional Certificate issued by NCVT / SCVT.
Caste / Community Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS) in the prescribed central/state format, if applicable.
Disability Certificate (PwBD), if applicable.

12-digit Aadhaar Card number or enrollment ID.

Exam Pattern & Overview

Note: There is no written exam or syllabus for this engagement. Selection is determined entirely by academic score percentages.

How to Apply Steps

Visit the official RRC Central Railway portal at www.rrccr.com.

Click on the recruitment link for Engagement of Act Apprentices under Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026.

Complete the online registration using basic personal details and your 12-digit Aadhaar number.

Select only one Cluster and provide your unit/trade preferences within that cluster carefully.

Enter Class 10th and ITI marks accurately and upload scanned documents, photograph, and signature.

Pay the application fee of ₹100 online (if applicable).

Submit the application form before 2 December 2026 (5:00 PM) and print a confirmation copy along with the fee payment receipt.

Important Links Portal

Official Website Link

Recruitment FAQs

Q.Q1. How many total training slots are available in Central Railway Apprentice 2026?

There are a total of 2,861 apprenticeship slots across multiple workshops and units under Central Railway.

Q.Q2. What is the last date to apply online?

The online application portal closes on 2 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Q.Q3. What is the qualification required to apply?

Candidates must have passed Class 10th with at least 50% aggregate marks and hold an ITI National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the designated trade from NCVT/SCVT.

Q.Q4. Is there any written examination?

No, selection is 100% merit-based, calculated using the average marks of Class 10th and ITI exams.

Q.Q5. What is the monthly stipend provided during training?

Selected canSelected candidates receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600 for the duration of the 1-year training period.didates receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600 for the duration of the 1-year training period.

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