RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,861 Act Apprentice Slots, 10th + ITI Pass, No Exam
Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC/CR), Mumbai, has released the RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification (No. RRC/CR/AA/2026, dated 3 November 2026) for 2,861 Act Apprentice slots under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The training will be given in workshops and units of Central Railway across five clusters: Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur and Solapur. Candidates who have passed 10th with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply. There is no written exam, and selection is based on a merit list of 10th and ITI marks. Online applications are open at rrccr.com from 3 November 2026 (11:00 AM) to 2 December 2026 (5:00 PM).
This article covers the Central Railway Apprentice vacancy 2026, trades, eligibility, age limit, stipend, application fee, merit calculation and how to apply, based on the official RRC/CR notification. ITI holders can also check the ONGC Apprentice online form and the BEL Navi Mumbai Apprentice recruitment.
Quick summary:
➤ Organisation: Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway, Mumbai
➤ Notification: RRC/CR/AA/2026, dated 03.11.2026
➤ Post: Act Apprentice
➤ Total slots: 2,861
➤ Clusters: Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur, Solapur
➤ Qualification: 10th pass (50% marks) + ITI (NCVT / SCVT) in the trade
➤ Age limit: 15 to 24 years as on 03.11.2026
➤ Stipend: Rs. 9,600 per month
➤ Training period: 1 year
➤ Fee: Rs. 100 (SC / ST / PwBD / Women: Nil)
➤ Selection: Merit (average of 10th % and ITI %) + document verification
➤ Apply online: 03.11.2026 (11:00 AM) to 02.12.2026 (5:00 PM)
➤ Website: www.rrccr.com
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
RRC/CR is the nodal agency for collecting online applications and preparing merit lists for all Central Railway units. There is no centralised merit list; merit lists are made cluster-wise, unit-wise, trade-wise and community-wise. The key details are given below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central Railway (Railway Recruitment Cell, Mumbai) |
| Notification No. | RRC/CR/AA/2026 |
| Post | Act Apprentice |
| Act | Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Total slots | 2,861 |
| Training period | 1 year |
| Stipend | Rs. 9,600 per month |
| Selection | Merit list, no exam |
| Application mode | Online |
| Official website | www.rrccr.com |
RRC Central Railway Apprentice 2026 Important Dates
The online application window is open for one month. The important dates are shown below.
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 3 November 2026 |
| Online application starts | 3 November 2026 (Tuesday), 11:00 AM |
| Last date to apply online | 2 December 2026 (Wednesday), 5:00 PM |
| Age counted as on | 3 November 2026 |
| Merit list and document verification | To be announced |
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2026
There are 2,861 training slots in five clusters. Each cluster has several workshops, sheds, depots and departments. The clusters and their units are given below.
| Cluster | Main units |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | Carriage & Wagon (Coaching) Wadi Bunder, Kalyan Diesel Shed, Kurla Diesel Shed, Sr. DEE (TRS) Kalyan, Sr. DEE (TRS) Kurla, Parel Workshop, Matunga Workshop, S&T Workshop Byculla, S&T, Engineering, Admin / Personnel, TMO |
| Bhusawal | Carriage & Wagon Depot, Electric Loco Shed Bhusawal, Electric Locomotive Workshop Bhusawal, CEW Manmad, TMW Nasik Road, S&T, Engineering, Admin / Personnel, TMO |
| Pune | Carriage & Wagon Depot Pune, Diesel Loco Shed Pune, Electric Loco Shed Daund, S&T, Engineering, Admin / Personnel, TMO |
| Nagpur | Electric Loco Shed Ajni, Carriage & Wagon Depot, MELPL Ajni, S&T, Engineering, TMO |
| Solapur | Carriage & Wagon Depot, Kurduwadi Workshop, S&T, Engineering, Admin / Personnel, TMO |
Units with the most slots:
| Unit | Cluster | Slots |
|---|---|---|
| Matunga Workshop | Mumbai | 547 |
| Parel Workshop | Mumbai | 272 |
| Carriage & Wagon (Coaching) Wadi Bunder | Mumbai | 258 |
| Sr. DEE (TRS) Kurla | Mumbai | 188 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot, Bhusawal | Bhusawal | 122 |
| Diesel Loco Shed, Pune | Pune | 121 |
| Sr. DEE (TRS) Kalyan | Mumbai | 118 |
PwBD and Ex-Servicemen seats are included within the total slots. The full unit-wise, trade-wise and category-wise list is in the notification. Check the slots for your ITI trade before choosing a cluster and units, because changes are not allowed after final submission.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Trades
Apprentices will be engaged in many ITI trades. The main trades in the notification are listed below.
| Trade group | Trades |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder / Welder (Gas & Electric), Sheet Metal Worker, Blacksmith, Carpenter, Painter (General) |
| Electrical & Electronics | Electrician, Wireman, Electronics Mechanic, Instrument Mechanic, Mechanic Radio and TV, Cable Jointer, Mechanic Refrigeration & AC |
| Automobile | Mechanic Diesel, Motor Mechanic / Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Crane Driver |
| Civil | Mason, Plumber / Pipe Fitter |
| Others | Programming & Systems Administration Assistant (COPA), Tailor (General), Stenographer (English / Hindi), Laboratory Assistant |
The candidate's ITI must be in the same trade as the apprenticeship slot.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Eligibility
The educational qualification and other conditions are given below.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | 10th class (under 10+2 system) with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board |
| Technical | National Trade Certificate (NCVT) or Provisional Certificate (NCVT / SCVT) in the notified trade |
| Not eligible | Engineering graduates and diploma holders; candidates who have already done or are doing apprenticeship |
ITI holders looking for regular jobs can also see the GRSE Journeyman vacancy for ITI holders and the DGQA Technician recruitment.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Age Limit
Candidates must have completed 15 years and must not have completed 24 years as on 3 November 2026. The category-wise date of birth range is given below.
| Category | Born between (both dates inclusive) |
|---|---|
| UR | 03.11.2002 to 03.11.2011 |
| OBC (3 years relaxation) | 03.11.1999 to 03.11.2011 |
| SC / ST (5 years relaxation) | 03.11.1997 to 03.11.2011 |
- PwBD: 10 years upper age relaxation.
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 10 years extra, to the extent of defence service plus 3 years, with at least 6 months of continuous service.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Merit List Calculation
There is no written exam or interview. The merit list is prepared as follows:
Merit % = (10th aggregate % + ITI %) ÷ 2
| Example | 10th % | ITI % | Merit % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate A | 72 | 84 | (72 + 84) ÷ 2 = 78 |
| Candidate B | 65 | 90 | (65 + 90) ÷ 2 = 77.5 |
- Only aggregate 10th marks are counted, not subject-wise marks.
- For ITI, the average marks of all semesters in the consolidated mark sheet or the marks in the Provisional NTC are used.
- For boards that give letter grades, use the midpoint of the grade range (for example, A = 80–89 gives 84.5%). If only subject grades are given, average the midpoints of all subjects.
- Tie-breaker: The older candidate is preferred. If the date of birth is the same, the candidate who passed 10th earlier is preferred.
- If the marks you enter do not match RRC's calculation, your application will be rejected.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Stipend
Act Apprentices with a National or State Certificate will get a stipend of Rs. 9,600 per month as per Railway Board's RBE No. 116/2025. The training period is one year for all trades. No hostel will be provided, and candidates must arrange their own stay. No travel allowance is paid for document verification.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Application Fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (male) | Rs. 100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
The fee is non-refundable and paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI or Wallet.
Can West Bengal Candidates Apply for Central Railway Apprentice 2026?
Yes. There is no domicile condition, so ITI holders from West Bengal can apply. However, all training slots are in Maharashtra and nearby Central Railway units, document verification will be held in the opted cluster, no hostel is given and no travel allowance is paid. Candidates must also bring certificates in English or Hindi, or with an attested translation. ITI holders who want training closer to home can keep an eye on Eastern and South Eastern Railway apprentice notifications on our latest job updates page.
Documents Required
- 10th (SSC) mark sheet
- Date of birth proof (10th certificate / mark sheet / school leaving certificate)
- ITI consolidated mark sheet of all semesters or Provisional NTC with marks
- National Trade Certificate (NCVT) or Provisional NTC (NCVT / SCVT)
- Caste certificate (SC / ST) and OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026, in Central Government format
- Disability certificate (PwBD)
- Discharge / serving certificate (Ex-Servicemen quota)
- Aadhaar card
- Colour photograph (20–70 KB) and signature (20–30 KB), JPG
How to Apply for RRC Central Railway Apprentice 2026
The application is online only. Follow the steps below.
- Visit www.rrccr.com and open the Act Apprentice 2026 application link (rrccr.com/TradeApp).
- Register with your Aadhaar number, active mobile number and email ID. Note the Registration Number.
- Fill in your personal details exactly as in your 10th certificate.
- Enter your 10th aggregate % and ITI % carefully.
- Choose one cluster and give unit preferences within it, matching your ITI trade.
- Upload your photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the fee online (if applicable) and submit before 5:00 PM on 2 December 2026.
- Download and print the application form for document verification.
Only one application is allowed. Multiple applications will all be rejected. For other railway updates, see the RRB Station Master notification for 1265 posts and the RRB ALP admit card.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many apprentice slots are there in Central Railway 2026?
2,861 Act Apprentice slots across five clusters.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
2 December 2026, till 5:00 PM.
Q3. Is there an exam for Central Railway Apprentice?
No. Selection is based on the average of 10th and ITI marks, followed by document verification.
Q4. What is the stipend?
Rs. 9,600 per month for one year.
Q5. What is the age limit?
15 to 24 years as on 3 November 2026, with 3 years relaxation for OBC, 5 years for SC / ST and 10 years for PwBD.
Q6. What is the application fee?
Rs. 100. SC / ST / PwBD and women candidates do not pay any fee.
Q7. Can diploma holders apply?
No. Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible.
Q8. Can I choose more than one cluster?
No. You can choose only one cluster and give unit preferences within it.
RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (RRC/CR/AA/2026) | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | www.rrccr.com |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Now |
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