Introduction
Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway, Prayagraj
Engagement of Act Apprentices under Apprentices Act 1961 - Notification No. RRC/NCR/Apprentice 01/2026
- Last Date for Apply Online: 07.08.2026 upto 11:59 PM
- Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 07.08.2026
- Merit List / DV Date : To be announced
- Admit Card Available : To be announced
- Result Announced : To be announced
Application Fee
- SC / ST / Female / PwBD : No Fee
- Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.
- Age Limit: Minimum 15 years and Maximum 24 years (as on 07.07.2026) with relaxation as per rules for reserved categories
- Selection Process: Merit based on 10th class marks followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination
Trade Information
Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, Carpenter, Painter, Mechanic (Diesel), Electronics Mechanic and other ITI Trades 1853
- 10th Pass with 50% marks and ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT
- Duration: 1 year apprenticeship training
- Certification: NCVT/SCVT recognized
Trade and Post Numbers
- Fitter 508
- Electrician – 508 508
- Welder (Gas & Electric) 198
- Mechanic (Diesel) 194
- COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) 162
- Wireman 99
- Turner 73
- Machinist 57
- Carpenter 50
- Painter (General) 49
- Electronics Mechanic 40
- Crane Operator 15
- Stenographer (Hindi) 08
- Stenographer (English) 08
- Health Sanitary Inspector 06
- Mechanic (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) 05
Stipend & Benefits Details
- Stipend: Paid as per the prescribed rates under the Apprentices Act, 1961, Apprenticeship Rules, and Railway Board instructions applicable from time to time. The official notification does not specify a fixed monthly amount.
- Certification: Apprentices who successfully complete the training and pass the NCVT proficiency test will receive the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) Certificate.
- Employment: Completion of apprenticeship training does not guarantee regular employment in Indian Railways.
- Other Benefits: Training in designated trades under North Central Railway with practical industrial experience as per Railway Board guidelines.
Exam Pattern
- Exam Type: No Written Exam - Merit based on 10th Marks
- Total Questions: Not Applicable
- Duration: Not Applicable
- Negative Marking: Not Applicable
Application Centers
- Online Application: Through official portal only
- Center Allocation: Based on division preference during application (Prayagraj, Jhansi, Agra)
- Document Verification at allotted units
Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.