RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online 2861 Posts

The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway, Mumbai has officially released a centralized employment notification (Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026, dated 03/11/2026) for the engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961. This massive railway training drive invites online applications from interested candidates for training in designated technical trades across workshops and divisions falling under the jurisdiction of Central Railway.

A total of 2,861 apprentice training slots are available across five major railway clusters: Mumbai (1,712 Slots), Bhusawal (500 Slots), Pune (271 Slots), Nagpur (221 Slots), and Solapur (157 Slots). Eligible candidates who have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks and possess an ITI / National Trade Certificate (NCVT / SCVT) in the relevant trade can apply online exclusively through the official RRC Central Railway portal at www.rrccr.com from 03 November 2026 (11:00 hrs) to 02 December 2026 (upto 17:00 hrs).

Selection will be carried out without any written exam or interview, purely on the basis of a merit list prepared by averaging Class 10th and ITI percentage marks. Selected apprentices will undergo 1 year of industrial training receiving an upgraded monthly stipend of Rs. 9,600/- per month as per Railway Board guidelines (RBE No. 116/2025). Below is the comprehensive guide covering cluster-wise and unit-wise vacancies, DOB ranges, merit calculation rules, and online application steps.

Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Highlights

RRC Central Railway Apprentice 2026 Important Dates

Application Fee & Payment Mode

Payment Mode: Fee payment must be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or Wallet. Candidates facing failed transaction issues can click the “Verify Payment” button on the portal. Multiple fee payments are forfeited and non-refundable.

Age Limit & Eligible Date of Birth Range (As on 03/11/2026)

Candidates must have completed 15 years of age and must not have completed 24 years of age as on 03 November 2026. Upper age relaxations apply as follows:

Central Railway Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026 (Cluster & Unit-Wise)

Candidates can apply for only ONE Cluster and indicate unit preferences within that cluster. Below is the complete distribution across all 2,861 slots:

Eligibility Criteria & Eligible ITI Trades

• Educational Qualification: The candidate must have passed the 10th Class Examination or its equivalent (under the 10+2 examination system) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
• Technical Qualification: Must possess the National Trade Certificate (NTC) or Provisional Certificate in the notified trade issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).
• Ineligible Qualifications: Candidates holding Engineering Degrees (B.E./B.Tech) or Engineering Diplomas are NOT eligible to apply under this notification, as they are governed by separate apprenticeship schemes.
• Notified Trades: Fitter, Welder (Gas & Electric), Carpenter, Painter (General), Tailor (Sewing Technology / Dress Making), Electrician, Machinist, Turner, Instrument Mechanic, Electronics Mechanic, COPA / PASAA, Mechanic (Diesel), Crane Driver, Motor Mechanic Vehicle, Pipe Fitter / Plumber, Mason, Blacksmith, Cable Jointer, Wireman, ICTSM, Sheet Metal Worker, Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance, Armature Coil Winder, and Stenographer (English / Hindi).

Training Period & Monthly Stipend

• Training Tenure: Strictly 01 Year (12 Months) across all notified trades.
• Monthly Stipend: Selected National or State Certificate holder apprentices will receive a fixed stipend of Rs. 9,600/- per month as per Railway Board letter RBE No. 116/2025 dated 11/11/2025.
• Accommodation & Employment Clause: No hostel accommodation is provided by the Railways. Imparting apprenticeship training does not confer any right or guarantee of permanent employment in Indian Railways after completion of training.

Selection Process & Merit Preparation Formula

Engagement will be finalized strictly on a merit basis without any written test or interview:

1. Merit Calculation: Merit list will be prepared on the basis of simple average of percentage marks in Matriculation (Class 10th aggregate, minimum 50%) and consolidated ITI marks across all semesters of the applied trade.
2. Grade Conversion Rule (SSLC / Letter Grades): For boards issuing letter grades instead of percentages, the midpoint of the mark range corresponding to the overall grade (or the average of subject-wise midpoints if overall grade is absent) must be calculated and entered accurately. Any mismatch found during scrutiny will lead to summary rejection.
3. Tie-Breaking Rule: In case two candidates obtain identical average percentages, the candidate older in age will be preferred. If Dates of Birth are also identical, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier will be ranked higher.
4. Document Verification & Medical Test: Shortlisted candidates will be called to their opted Divisions/Units for original document verification and submission of a prescribed Medical Fitness Certificate (Annexure-VII) signed by a Government Authorized Doctor (Gazetted) not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon.

How to Apply Online for RRC Central Railway Apprentice 2026?

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online via the RRC Central Railway website by following these steps:

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway website at www.rrccr.com.
2. Read Notification & Check Slots: Open Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026 and check available training slots for your specific ITI trade before selecting your cluster.
3. Complete Registration: Register using your 12-digit Aadhaar Number (or 28-digit Aadhaar Enrolment ID; Voter ID / Passport / DL for J&K, Meghalaya, and Assam residents), Name, Father’s Name, DOB (exactly matching Class 10th), valid Email ID, and active Mobile Number.
4. Select Cluster & Unit Preferences: Choose ONLY ONE Cluster and select order of unit preferences where vacancies exist for your trade.
5. Enter Educational Marks: Fill in exact Class 10th aggregate marks and consolidated ITI marks percentage accurately.
6. Upload Photo, Signature & Certificates:
   • Recent colour photograph (3.5 cm × 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20 KB to 70 KB, clear front view without cap or sunglasses).
   • Scanned signature (3.5 cm × 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20 KB to 30 KB).
   • Legible scanned PDFs of SSC mark sheet, DOB proof, consolidated ITI mark sheet, NCVT/SCVT NTC certificate, and category/PwBD certificates.
7. Pay Application Fee: Pay Rs. 100/- (if applicable) online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
8. Submit & Print Application: Preview every entry carefully before clicking final submit. Download and take a printout of the online application form and fee e-receipt for Document Verification. (Do NOT send hard copies by post to RRC).

Mandatory Documents Checklist (Upload & Document Verification)

• Printout of the Online Submitted Application Form and Payment e-Receipt.
• Class 10th (SSC) Mark sheet and Passing Certificate (as proof of Date of Birth and 50% aggregate marks).
• Consolidated ITI Mark sheet for all semesters of the applied trade.
• National Trade Certificate (NTC) / Provisional Certificate issued by NCVT or SCVT.
• Valid Caste Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL issued on or after 01/04/2026) strictly in Central Government format (Annexure-I / Annexure-II).
• Disability Certificate (minimum 40% disability) for PwBD candidates (Annexure-III to VI).
• Discharge Certificate / Armed Forces Serving Certificate (for Ex-Servicemen / children quota).
• Medical Fitness Certificate (Annexure-VII) signed by a Government Gazetted Doctor (not below Asst. Surgeon) at the time of DV.
• Original Aadhaar Card and two additional identical passport-size photographs.

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Conclusion

The Central Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 provides an extraordinary skill development opportunity for 2,861 Class 10th + ITI qualified youth to receive hands-on railway workshop training across Maharashtra clusters. With direct merit-based selection (no exam or interview), a revised monthly stipend of Rs. 9,600/- per month, and subsequent eligibility for the 20% Railway Level-1 recruitment quota reserved for Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAAs), this training opens valuable long-term railway prospects.

Eligible candidates are reminded to carefully calculate their 10th aggregate and ITI percentages, select only one appropriate cluster where their trade slots are vacant, and submit their online applications on www.rrccr.com well ahead of the closing deadline on 02 December 2026 (till 17:00 hrs).

Disclaimer: This recruitment article is compiled on the basis of official Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026 issued by Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway for informational purposes. Candidates are strictly advised to refer to the official RRC Central Railway portal (www.rrccr.com) for exact trade-wise unit vacancies, annexures, and merit list updates before submitting their online applications.