Overview
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway is hiring thousands of apprentices for various roles across the northern region. This massive recruitment offers a fantastic opportunity for young, skilled professionals to build a career in Indian Railways. Whether you’re from Lucknow, Delhi, Firozpur, Ambala, or Moradabad, there are positions waiting for you!
Organization Details
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4116 Posts |
| Post Type | Government / Railways |
| Job Type | Full-time Apprenticeship |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | www.rrcnr.org |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18-11-2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 25-11-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24-12-2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 24-12-2025 |
| Merit List Display (Expected) | February 2026 |
| Document Verification & Medical | To be notified |
📍 Vacancy Breakdown by Location
Here’s how the 4116 positions are distributed across different railway clusters:
| Cluster/Location | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Lucknow | 1397 |
| Delhi | 1137 |
| Ambala | 934 |
| Firozpur | 632 |
| Moradabad | 16 |
| Total | 4116 |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
To apply for this recruitment, you need:
Minimum Qualification:
- Matriculation/10th Class from a recognized board with minimum 50% marks
- ITI Certificate in a relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT (Government of India approved)
Important Note: If you’re awaiting exam results, you’re NOT eligible to apply. You must have completed your 10th and ITI before applying.
⏳ Age Limit (as on 24-12-2025)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 15 to 24 years |
| SC/ST | 15 to 29 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC | 15 to 27 years (3 years relaxation) |
| PwBD (Persons with Disability) | 15 to 34 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Additional 10 years beyond applicable limits |
Age Calculation Date: 24-12-2025
💰 Stipend / Salary Details
Stipend: As per extant rules applicable to Railway apprentices (Check official notification for exact amount)
Application Fee:
- General / OBC Candidates: ₹100 only
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: FREE (No fee)
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be done through the following stages:
- Application Screening and Scrutiny – All applications will be reviewed for eligibility
- Merit-Based Selection – Candidates will be ranked based on average percentage marks from:
- Matriculation (10th) marks
- ITI examination marks
- Both exams given equal weightage
- Document Verification – Original certificates and documents will be verified
- Medical Fitness Check – Physical standards and medical examination as per railway rules
- Final Selection – Merit list will be prepared and candidates selected accordingly
📑 How to Apply
Follow these simple steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website: www.rrcnr.org
- Look for the “Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025” notification link
- Read the complete official notification carefully
- Click on the “Apply Online” button
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Fill the application form with accurate information
- Upload required documents:
- Photograph (recent, passport-sized)
- Signature
- 10th Class certificate
- ITI certificate
- Age proof (Birth certificate/Aadhar)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the application and download/print confirmation
⚠️ Important: Double-check all details before submitting. Once submitted, applications cannot be edited.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Make sure you have these documents ready before applying:
- 10th Class Certificate – From recognized board with marks sheet
- ITI Certificate – In relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT recognized)
- Aadhar Card / Birth Certificate – For age proof
- Recent Passport-sized Photograph – (As per specifications, colored)
- Clear Signature – On white background
- Caste Certificate – If you belong to SC/ST/OBC category
- PwBD Certificate – If applicable (from authorized medical authority)
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate – If applicable
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | www.rrcnr.org |
| Apply Online | Click here to Apply |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
Quick FAQs
Q: Can I apply if I haven’t received my ITI certificate yet?
A: No, you must have your ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute before applying.
Q: What’s the age limit relaxation for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years additional relaxation, making the upper age limit 29 years.
Q: Is there an application fee for women candidates?
A: No, women candidates along with SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
Q: When will the merit list be released?
A: The merit list is expected to be released in February 2026.
Q: How is selection done?
A: Selection is based on average percentage marks from 10th and ITI examinations, with equal weightage to both.
Q: How many posts are available in Lucknow?
A: There are 1397 posts available in Lucknow cluster.
⚠️ Important Notes:
- All candidates must be Indian citizens
- Nationality must be verified as per official rules
- Age and experience are calculated as on 24-12-2025
- Medical fitness is mandatory as per railway standards
- For complete details and terms & conditions, refer to the official notification
