The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) North Central Railway (NCR) has officially announced the recruitment notification for 2026, inviting applications for 1,853 Trade Apprentice positions across various divisions. Interested and eligible candidates from across India can apply through the official online portal starting from July 8, 2026, until the closing date of August 7, 2026. Applicants must have completed their 10th-grade examination with a recognized board and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. The age limit for general candidates is set between 15 and 24 years, with prescribed relaxations provided for reserved categories as per government norms. The selection process for this recruitment does not involve a written exam; instead, a merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the 10th standard and ITI examinations. Shortlisted candidates will subsequently be called for document verification and a mandatory medical examination to finalize their engagement. Candidates are advised to keep their mobile numbers and email addresses active throughout the process for official communication. All applicants must ensure they meet the specific trade requirements before submitting their forms online. Detailed information regarding the vacancy distribution, category-wise breakdown, and fee payment instructions can be found in the sections below.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Application Start Date |
08/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
07/08/2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date |
07/08/2026 |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS |
INR 100 |
| SC / ST / PH |
Nil |
Age Limit (as on 07/07/2026)
| Category |
Age Limit |
| Minimum Age |
15 Years |
| Maximum Age (General) |
24 Years |
| Maximum Age (OBC) |
27 Years |
| Maximum Age (SC/ST) |
29 Years |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Division |
Vacancies |
| Trade Apprentice |
Prayagraj (PRYJ) |
703 |
| Trade Apprentice |
Jhansi (JHS) |
514 |
| Trade Apprentice |
Work Shop Jhansi |
226 |
| Trade Apprentice |
HQ/NCR/PRYJ |
32 |
| Trade Apprentice |
Agra (AGC) |
296 |
| Trade Apprentice |
Track Machine Line / HQ |
82 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Qualification |
Requirements |
| Education |
Passed 10th Class Exam + ITI Pass Certificate in related trade |
Selection Process
| Stage |
Description |
| Phase 1 |
Merit List based on Academic Marks |
| Phase 2 |
Document Verification |
| Phase 3 |
Medical Examination |
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the last date to apply online for RRC Prayagraj Apprentice 2026?
A: The exact last date to submit the online application form is mentioned in the official notification PDF. Candidates are advised to fill out the form well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Q: What is the age limit required for NCR Prayagraj Railway Apprentice Recruitment?
A: To apply for this recruitment, the candidate’s age must be between 15 to 24 years. However, age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST, and PwD) as per government rules.
Q: What are the minimum educational qualifications for RRC NCR Apprentice 2026?
A: Candidates must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board, along with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Q: What is the selection process for Railway RRC Prayagraj Act Apprentice posts?
A: There will be no written exam or interview for this recruitment. The selection will be purely based on a Merit List, prepared by taking the average of marks obtained in both Class 10th and the ITI examination.
Q: How much is the application fee for RRC Prayagraj Apprentice 2026?
A: The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is ₹100. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwD categories, and all Female applicants are completely exempted from paying the application fee.