Engagement of Act Apprentices under Apprentices Act 1961 - North Central Railway 2026-27
Notification Overview
- Organisation
- Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway, Prayagraj
- Notice category
- Latest Jobs
- Application deadline
- 7 Aug 2026
- State / UT
- Not specified
- Exam / Sector
- Railways, Apprenticeships
- Qualification group
- 10th Pass, ITI
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About the Notification
The Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway invites online applications for engagement of 1853 Act Apprentices under Apprentices Act 1961 for training in various trades during 2026-27. Eligible candidates must possess NCVT/SCVT recognized ITI certificates in the relevant trade and SSC/Matriculation with minimum 50% marks. Age should be between 15 and 24 years on 07.07.2026 with concessions for reserved categories.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 2026-07-07 |
| Online Application Start Date | 2026-07-08 |
| Online Application End Date | 2026-08-07 |
Vacancy Details
Total 1853 vacancies distributed among various trades including Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter/Wood Work Technician, Painter, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, Stenographer (English and Hindi), and other specialized trades.
| Post Name | Total | General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Ex-Servicemen | PWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 849 | 386 | 126 | 71 | 209 | 64 | 26 | 18 |
| Electrician | 305 | 146 | 64 | 34 | 52 | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Welder | 105 | 57 | 28 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 5 | 3 |
| Machinist | 36 | 23 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carpenter/Wood Work Technician | 26 | 15 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Painter | 14 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | 103 | 55 | 28 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Stenographer (English & Hindi) | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other Specialized Trades (e.g. Plumber, Multimedia Web Designer) | 30 | 17 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Age Limit
Minimum age: 15 years; Maximum age: 24 years as on 07.07.2026.
Relaxations:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 10 years plus 3 years as applicable
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed SSC/Matriculation or equivalent exam with at least 50% aggregate marks and possess the ITI certificate in relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General | 100 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female | Exempted |
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be paid stipend as per prevailing rates prescribed by the government for Apprenticeship training.
Selection Process
- Merit list prepared based on average of SSC and ITI marks.
- Document verification call to 1.5 times number of vacancies.
- No written test or interview.
How to Apply
- Visit official website https://www.rrcpryj.org
- Read instructions carefully.
- Fill online application and upload necessary documents.
- Pay application fee through online gateway.
- Submit application and keep printout for future reference.
Required Documents
- SSC/Matric mark sheet and certificate
- ITI mark sheets and certificate
- Date of birth proof
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Income & Asset certificate for EWS (if applicable)
- Recent passport size photograph and signature scans
Important Links
Important Links & Source Documents
| Document / Website | Link |
|---|---|
| Application website (archived notice) | Open Application website (archived notice) ↗www.rrcpryj.org |
| Notification PDF | Open Notification PDF ↗rrcpryj.org |
This is an archived recruitment notice. Its application period has ended. Verify details on the recruiting authority’s website before taking action.