Railway Recruitment Cell (North Central Railway) is recruiting for 1679 contractual Act Apprentice posts under Apprentice Act 1961 across Prayagraj, Agra, Jhansi, Jhansi Workshop in various trades. This zonal notification was released on 14/09/2024. The online application process starts on 16/09/2024 and ends on 15/10/2024.

Recruitment Overview

Recruitment Organization Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway
Post Name Act Apprentice
Advt No. RRC/NCR/Act. Apprentice 01/2024
Nature of Job Contractual
Vacancies 1679
Salary As per extant rules
Job Location Prayagraj, Agra, Jhansi & Jhansi workshop
Category UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS

Post Details

Prayagraj (Mech)
S.No. Post Name Vacancies
1 Tech. Fitter UR - 137, OBC - 90, SC - 50, ST - 25, EWS - 33, Ex-SM - 10, OH - 3
2 Tech. Welder (G & E) UR - 05, OBC - 04, SC - 02, ST - 01, EWS - 01
3 Tech. Carpenter UR - 04, OBC - 03, SC - 02, ST - 01, EWS - 01
4 Tech. Painter (General) UR - 03, OBC - 01, SC - 01
Prayagraj (Elect)
S.No. Post Name Vacancies
1 Tech. Fitter UR - 100, OBC - 66, SC - 37, ST - 18, EWS - 25, Ex-SM - 07, OH - 2
2 Tech. Welder (G & E) UR - 04, OBC - 02, SC - 01, ST - 01, EWS - 01
3 Tech. Armature Winder UR - 17, OBC - 13, SC - 07, ST - 04, EWS - 06, Ex-SM - 1
4 Tech. Carpenter UR - 03, OBC - 01, SC - 01
5 Tech. Crane UR - 03, OBC - 02, SC - 01, ST - 01, EWS - 01
6 Tech. Machinist UR - 07, OBC - 04, SC - 02, ST - 01, EWS - 01
7 Tech. Painter (Gen.) UR - 02, OBC - 02, SC - 01, ST - 01, EWS - 01
8 Tech. Electrician UR - 02
Jhansi (UHS)
S.No. Post Name Vacancies
1 Fitter UR - 93, OBC - 62, SC - 34, ST - 17, EWS - 23, Ex-SM - 7, OH - 5
2 Electrician UR - 51, OBC - 33, SC - 18, ST - 9, EWS - 12, Ex-SM - 4, OH - 2
3 Mechanic (DSL) UR - 23, OBC - 16, SC - 09, ST - 4, EWS - 6, Ex-SM - 2, OH - 1
4 PAINTER UR - 2, OBC - 1, SC - 1
5 CARPENTER UR - 2, OBC - 2, SC - 1, ST - 1, EWS - 1
6 BLACKSMITH UR - 2, OBC - 1, SC - 1
7 WELDER UR - 6, OBC - 4, SC - 2, ST - 1, EWS - 1
8 TURNER UR - 2, OBC - 1
9 MACHINIST UR - 2, OBC - 1, SC - 1
10 Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) UR - 20, OBC - 14, SC - 8, ST - 4, EWS - 5, Ex-SM - 2, OH - 1
Jhansi (Workshop)
S.No. Post Name Vacancies
1 Fitter UR - 35, OBC - 26, SC - 14, ST - 7, EWS - 9, Ex-SM - 1, OH - 1
2 Welder UR - 16, OBC - 12, SC - 7, ST - 3, EWS - 6, Ex-SM - 1, OH - 1
3 MMTM
4 Machinist UR - 6, OBC - 4, SC - 2, ST - 1, EWS - 2
5 Painter UR - 5, OBC - 4, SC - 2, ST - 1, EWS - 1
Electrician UR - 7, OBC - 4, SC - 1, ST - 1, EWS - 2
6 Stenographer (Hindi) UR - 1
Agra (AGC)
S.No. Post Name Vacancies
1 Fitter UR - 36, OBC - 22, SC - 12, ST - 06, EWS - 04, Ex-SM - 02, HI - 01, LD(LC) - 01, DW(AA V)
2 Electrician UR - 57, OBC - 34, SC - 19, ST - 09, EWS - 06, Ex-SM - 04, OL(OL) - 01, HI - 01
3 Welder UR - 07, OBC - 04, SC - 02, ST - 01, EWS - 01, Ex-SM - 01, OU(OL)
4 Machinist UR - 03, OBC - 01, SC - 01, HI - 01
5 Carpenter UR - 03, OBC - 01, SC - 01, AA - 01
6 Painter UR - 03, OBC - 01, SC - 01, LD(LC) - 01, DW(AA V)
7 Information and communication Technology system Maintenance UR - 04, OBC - 02, SC - 01, ST - 01
8 Plumber UR - 03, OBC - 01, SC - 01, LD(LC) - 01, DW(AA V)
9 Draughtsman (Civil) UR - 03, OBC - 01, SC - 01
10 Stenography/Eng lish UR - 02, OBC - 01, SC - 01, OL(OL) - 01, BL(BL) - 01
11 Wireman UR - 05, OBC - 04, SC - 02, ST - 01, EWS - 01
12 Mechanic-Cum- Operator Electronics communication UR - 07, OBC - 04, SC - 02, ST - 01, EWS - 01
13 Health Sanitary Inspector UR - 03, OBC - 02, SC - 01
14 Multimedia & Web Page Designer UR - 03, OBC - 01, SC - 01

Age Eligibility

Age Limit: The candidate should have completed 15 years of age and should not have completed 24 years of age as on 15/10/2024 (Closing Date).

Category Age Relaxation
SC/ST 05 years
OBC 03 years
PWD 10 years
Ex-Servicemen 10 years + 03 years (subject to conditions)

Exam Fee

Exam Fee Details
General/OBC: Rs. 100/-
SC/ST/PWD/Women: No Fee

Essential Qualification

Post Name Essential Qualification
Fitter, Welder (G&E), Armature Winder, Machinist, Carpenter, Electrician, Painter (General), Mechanic (DSL), Wireman, Black Smith
  • Educational Qualification: Passed 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 examination system) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate, from a recognized board.
  • Technical Qualification: Passed ITI in relevant trade issued by NCVT / SCVT recognized by the Government of India.
Plumber
  • Educational Qualification: Passed 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 examination system) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate, from a recognized board.
  • Technical Qualification: Passed ITI in Plumber trade issued by NCVT / SCVT recognized by the Government of India.
Mechanic cum Operator Electronics Communication System, Health Sanitary Inspector, Multimedia & Web Page Designer, MMTM, Crane, Draughtsman (Civil), Stenographer (English), Stenographer (Hindi), Turner, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)
  • Educational Qualification: Passed 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 examination system) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate, from a recognized board.
  • Technical Qualification: Passed ITI in relevant trade issued by NCVT / SCVT recognized by the Government of India.

Selection Process

Steps Selection Criteria
1. Merit List
  • Based on the average percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI examination (giving equal weightage to both).
  • Older applicants will be preferred in case of a tie in marks.
  • If the date of birth is also the same, then the candidate who passed the matriculation exam earlier will be considered first.
2. Document Verification
  • Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification (1.5 times the notified vacancies).
  • Final merit list will be prepared unit-wise, trade-wise & community-wise in descending order of percentage of marks obtained.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official website of RRC-NCR.
  2. Fill the online application form carefully with accurate details.
  3. Upload the required documents as mentioned in the notification.
  4. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
  5. Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Dates

Online Registration Start Date 16/09/2024 @ 00:00 hrs
Online Registration Last Date 15/10/2024 @ 23:59 hrs

Important Links

Apply Online Click Here
Official Notification Click Here
RRC Prayagraj Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the selection process for Act Apprentice posts?

A1. The selection will be based on a merit list prepared considering the average percentage of marks obtained in both Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate marks) and ITI examination. Shortlisted candidates will then be called for document verification.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for these posts?

A2. The last date to apply online is 15/10/2024 @ 23:59 hrs.

Q3. Is there any age relaxation for reserved category candidates?

A3. Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per government norms. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation, and PWD candidates get 10 years relaxation.

Q4. What is the stipend for Act Apprentices during the training period?

A4. Selected candidates will be paid a stipend during the training as per extant rules governed by the concerned State Governments.