Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway is recruiting for the post of Act Apprentice to fill 4116 vacancies. The recruitment notification was released on 18/11/2025. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking for Apprenticeship Training in the railway sector. The job location for these positions is across the Northern Railway jurisdiction (New Delhi, Lucknow, Ambala, etc.). Interested candidates can start applying online from 25/11/2025. The last date to submit the application is 24/12/2025. Applicants from all over India are eligible to apply, provided they meet the qualification rules.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Advt No. | RRC/NR/05/2025/Act Apprentice |
| Job Type | Contractual (Apprenticeship Training) |
| Mode of Selection | Merit Based (No Written Exam) |
| Vacancies | 4116 |
| Stipend | As per Apprentices Act Rules |
| Applicant Eligible From | India |
| Job Location | Northern Railway Division |
| Category | Railway Jobs |
Post Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Act Apprentice (Lucknow Cluster) | Total - 1397, UR - 711, OBC - 374, SC - 209, ST - 103 | 15-24 Years |
| Act Apprentice (Delhi Cluster) | Total - 1137, UR - 577, OBC - 305, SC - 171, ST - 84 | |
| Act Apprentice (Ambala Cluster) | Total - 934, UR - 489, OBC - 244, SC - 137, ST - 64 | |
| Act Apprentice (Firozpur Cluster) | Total - 632, UR - 379, OBC - 101, SC - 140, ST - 12 | |
| Act Apprentice (Moradabad Cluster) | Total - 16, UR - 8, OBC - 5, SC - 2, ST - 1 |
| Trade Name | |
|---|---|
| Fitter | Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance |
| Electrician | Plate Fitter |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) |
| Mechanic Diesel | Black Smith |
| Carpenter | Machine Operator |
| Electronics Mechanic | Mechanic Motor Vehicle |
| Painter (General) | Crane Operator |
| Wireman | Slinger |
| Machinist | Material Handling Equipment Mechanic cum Operator |
| Data Entry Operator | Forger & Heat Treater |
| Trimmer | Mason |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | MWD Fitter |
| Stenographer (English) | Pipe Fitter |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | Hammer Man |
| Turner | - |
Age Limit: The candidate must be between 15 and 24 years of age as on 24/12/2025. Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Disability (PwBD) candidates. Ex-servicemen also get age relaxation as per government rules.
Exam Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Rs. 0 (Nil) |
Essential Qualification
- Act Apprentice: The candidate must have passed 10th class examination (Matriculation) or its equivalent (under 10+2 examination system) with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
- Technical Qualification: The candidate must also possess an ITI (Industrial Training Institute) Certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT or SCVT recognized by the Government of India.
Note: Candidates awaiting results for their 10th class or ITI are not eligible to apply. You must have the certificate on the date of notification.
Selection Process
- Screening & Scrutiny: Applications will be checked to ensure all details are correct.
- Merit List Preparation: There will be no written test or viva. The selection is based purely on merit. The merit list is prepared by taking the average of the percentage marks obtained by the candidate in both Matriculation (10th) (with minimum 50% marks) and ITI examination giving equal weightage to both.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates based on merit will be called to show their original certificates.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit as per the standards of the Apprentices Act.
How to Apply
- First, visit the official website of RRC Northern Railway.
- Click on the link for Engagement of Act Apprentice Online Application.
- Complete the Candidate Registration by filling in details like Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID.
- Login using the Password sent to your email or mobile.
- Fill out the Application Form carefully with your personal and educational details.
- Pay the Online Fee of Rs. 100 (if applicable).
- Upload required documents like Photo, Signature, Thumb Impression, 10th Marksheet, ITI Certificate, and Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout of the application and fee receipt for future use.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | 25/11/2025 (12:00 Hrs) |
| Online Registration Last Date | 24/12/2025 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Expected Date of Merit Display | February 2026 |
Important Links
| Apply Online (from 25/11/2025) | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
- Is there any written exam for the RRC Northern Railway Apprentice selection?
No, there is no written exam. The selection is based on the merit of marks obtained in 10th Class and ITI. - Can I apply if my ITI result is waiting?
No, candidates whose results are awaited as on the date of notification (18/11/2025) are not eligible to apply.