RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment Overview
Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR) has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 2,861 Apprentice vacancies. Online applications start from 03rd November 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official RRC CR website. The last date to submit the application form is 02nd December 2026.
| Company | Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Advertisement No. | RRC/CR/AA/2026 |
| Total Posts | 2,861 |
| Gender | Male, Female and Transgender |
| Stipend | ₹9,600/- per month |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 Years (as on 03/11/2026) |
| Qualification | 10th Pass with Minimum 50% Aggregate Marks and Relevant ITI Certificate |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Start Date of Apply | 03/11/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 02/12/2026 |
| Application Fee | General/EWS/OBC/Male: ₹100/- SC/ST/PwBD/XSM/Female/Transgender/Minorities/EBC: Nil Payment Mode: Online (Internet Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card) |
| Website | https://www.rrccr.com/ |
RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment Vacancy Details
| Cluster Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 1712 |
| Bhusawal | 500 |
| Pune | 271 |
| Nagpur | 221 |
| Solapur | 157 |
| Grand Total | 2,861 |
RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 Years (as on 03/11/2026) Note: For more details, Please refer the official website. |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Class 10 with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board + National Trade Certificate in the relevant ITI trade issued by NCVT/SCVT (or provisional certificate). Engineering Degree / Diploma holders are not eligible under this notification. Candidates currently undergoing or who have already completed apprenticeship training should not apply. Applicants must select only one cluster and ensure their ITI trade matches available slots. |
| Experience | Not required / Fresher |
RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment Salary
Selected Act Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600, as specified under Railway Board RBE No. 116/2025 dated 11 November 2025.
RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment Age Limit and Relaxation
Minimum 15 years and Maximum 24 years as on 03/11/2026. Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India / Railway Board rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| GEN/UR | No Relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per the Special Conditions in the Notification |
RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment Selection Process
- Screening and scrutiny of applications
- Document verification
- No written test or viva
- Final Merit list
- Medical Fitness
- Final Engagement
RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 03/11/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 03/11/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 02/12/2026 (23:59 hours) |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | 02/12/2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 03/11/2026 |
RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official website www.rrccr.com and locate Notification No. RRC/CR/AA/2026.
- Step 2: Read the complete notification carefully and check available ITI trades and cluster-wise vacancies.
- Step 3: Complete One-Time Registration (if not registered)
- Step 4: Login > Fill the Application Form carefully
- Step 5: Upload Photograph, Signature, Resume, ID Proof, Age Proof, Caste Certificate (if applicable), PwBD Certificate (if applicable), Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates
- Step 6: Pay Application Fee (if applicable)
- Step 7: Submit the Application Form
- Step 8: Take Printout of Application for future reference.
RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Total 2861 Act Apprentice training slots across Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur and Solapur clusters.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 03 November 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 02 December 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 posts?
The age limit is 15 to 24 years as on 03 November 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
Q 5. What is the application fee for RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Others: ₹100/- (non-refundable). SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No fee.
Abbreviation
| RRC | Railway Recruitment Cell |
|---|---|
| CR | Central Railway |
| PSU | Public Sector Undertaking |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| FTE | Fixed Term Executive |
| EMD | Engineering Maintenance Department |
| C&P | Contracts & Procurement |