The Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR) has released Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026 for 2,861 Act Apprentice training slots under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The slots are in workshops and units across the Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur and Solapur clusters, in trades like Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, Mechanic Diesel and more.
Candidates who have passed 10th with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply online from 3 November to 2 December 2026 (5:00 PM). There is no written exam or interview – selection is purely on merit, based on the average of 10th and ITI marks. Selected apprentices get a stipend of ₹9,600 per month for one year.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR) |
| Notification No. | RRC/CR/AA/2026, dated 3 November 2026 |
| Post | Act Apprentice (various ITI trades) |
| Total Slots | 2,861 |
| Clusters | Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur, Solapur |
| Qualification | 10th pass (50%) + ITI in relevant trade |
| Age Limit | 15–24 years (as on 3 November 2026) |
| Stipend | ₹9,600 per month |
| Training Period | 1 year |
| Selection | Merit (average of 10th and ITI marks) – no exam |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (UR/OBC/EWS); Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women |
| Last Date | 2 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | rrccr.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 3 November 2026 |
| Online application started | 3 November 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 2 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Merit list | To be announced |
Cluster-wise Vacancy Details
| Cluster | Slots | Main Training Locations |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | 1,712 | Wadi Bunder, Kalyan, Kurla, Parel, Matunga, Byculla and other units |
| Bhusawal | 500 | Bhusawal, Manmad, Nasik Road and other units |
| Pune | 271 | Pune, Daund and associated units |
| Nagpur | 221 | Ajni and other associated units |
| Solapur | 157 | Solapur and associated units |
| Total | 2,861 |
Candidates can choose only one cluster and give unit preferences within that cluster. Check the trade-wise slots for your cluster in the notification before applying. The number of slots is provisional.
Trades Available
Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Machinist, Turner, Carpenter, Painter (General), Mechanic Diesel, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Programming and Systems Administration Assistant (PASAA), Sheet Metal Worker, Plumber / Pipe Fitter, Mason, Tailor, Stenographer and other notified trades. Trade availability differs by unit and cluster.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Class 10th (10+2 system) passed with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board.
- ITI / National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the notified trade from NCVT, or a provisional certificate from NCVT/SCVT.
- Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible under this notification.
Age Limit (as on 3 November 2026)
| Category | Age Limit | Date of Birth Range |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 15–24 years | 3 Nov 2002 – 3 Nov 2011 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 15–27 years | 3 Nov 1999 – 3 Nov 2011 |
| SC / ST | 15–29 years | 3 Nov 1997 – 3 Nov 2011 |
PwBD candidates get 10 years relaxation. Ex-servicemen get relaxation as per the notification.
Stipend
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Monthly stipend | ₹9,600 |
| Training period | 1 year |
This is apprenticeship training, not a permanent railway job. No hostel accommodation is provided, and completing the training does not guarantee employment in the Railways.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
The fee is paid online and is non-refundable.
Selection Process
There is no written exam and no interview. Selection is based on a merit list:
Merit % = (Class 10th % + ITI %) ÷ 2
For example, 80% in Class 10 and 90% in ITI gives a merit score of (80 + 90) ÷ 2 = 85%.
- Tie-breaker: The older candidate is preferred. If the date of birth is the same, the candidate who passed Class 10 earlier is preferred.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and must give a medical fitness certificate from an authorised government doctor.
How to Apply for RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The application is online only. No hard copy needs to be sent to RRC.
- Visit the official RRC Central Railway website – rrccr.com – and open the Act Apprentice 2026 link.
- Register with your Aadhaar number, active mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in your details exactly as in your Class 10 certificate, and enter your 10th and ITI marks carefully (your merit depends on them).
- Choose one cluster, then select your trade and unit preferences where slots exist for your ITI trade.
- Upload your photograph, signature, 10th mark sheet, ITI mark sheet / NTC and caste certificate (if any).
- Pay the ₹100 fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form before 2 December 2026, 5:00 PM, and save your registration number and a printout.
Note: Submit only one application. Multiple applications with different details may be rejected.
Documents Required
- Class 10 mark sheet and certificate (date of birth proof)
- ITI consolidated mark sheet (all semesters) and NTC / provisional NTC
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC), OBC non-creamy layer certificate, if applicable
- PwBD or ex-servicemen certificate, if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Aadhaar card or other valid ID
Official Website and Helpdesk
| Purpose | Details |
|---|---|
| RRC Central Railway (notification, apply online, merit list) | rrccr.com |
| Helpdesk email | [email protected] |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many slots are there in RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026? 2,861 slots – Mumbai 1,712, Bhusawal 500, Pune 271, Nagpur 221 and Solapur 157.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? 2 December 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Q3. Is there any written exam? No. Selection is on merit, based on the average of 10th and ITI marks.
Q4. What is the qualification? 10th pass with at least 50% marks and an ITI (NTC) in the relevant trade.
Q5. What is the age limit? 15–24 years as on 3 November 2026, with relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years) and PwBD (10 years).
Q6. How much stipend will I get? ₹9,600 per month during the one-year training.
Q7. Do women candidates pay a fee? No. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt. Others pay ₹100.
Q8. Can I choose more than one cluster? No. You can choose only one cluster and give unit preferences within it.
Conclusion
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a good chance for 10th and ITI-passed youth to get one year of hands-on training in Indian Railways workshops with a monthly stipend. Since selection depends only on your marks, enter your 10th and ITI marks carefully, pick your cluster wisely, and apply before 2 December 2026.
Disclaimer: This article is based on RRC Central Railway Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026 dated 3 November 2026. Candidates should verify all details, including trade-wise slots, from the official notification on rrccr.com before applying.