Northern Railway Announces Recruitment for 4,651 Apprentices
Northern Railway Recruitment Overview
The Railway Recruitment Cell of Northern Railway (RRC NR) has revealed plans to recruit 4,651 apprentices. The online application process is set to commence on November 11, 2026, and interested candidates can submit their applications until December 11, 2026. This recruitment drive is being conducted under the advertisement number RRC/NR/03/2026/Act Apprentice. The available positions are distributed across the clusters of Delhi, Lucknow, Firozpur, Moradabad, Ambala, and Jammu. Candidates who have completed their 10th grade and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade are eligible to apply. It is recommended that applicants thoroughly review the official notification before proceeding with their applications.
Vacancies by Cluster
Number of vacancies per cluster:
| Cluster | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Lucknow | 1,525 |
| Delhi | 1,312 |
| Ambala | 979 |
| Firozpur | 740 |
| Moradabad | 63 |
| Jammu | 32 |
| Total Vacancies | 4,651 |
Eligibility Criteria
Who is eligible to apply?
Candidates must have completed their 10th grade from a recognized board with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. Additionally, an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an NCVT or SCVT recognized institution is required. The results for both the 10th grade and ITI qualification must be declared by November 6, 2026. Candidates whose results are not available by this date will not be eligible to apply. It is essential to apply for a cluster and unit where vacancies for the specific ITI trade are available.
Age Limit
What is the age limit?
As of December 11, 2026, candidates must be at least 15 years old and not exceed 24 years of age. Age relaxation will be provided to candidates from reserved categories as per government regulations. Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates will receive a 5-year relaxation, Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates will get 3 years, and persons with disabilities (PwD) will be granted a 10-year relaxation. Ex-servicemen will also receive additional relaxation according to the rules. It is crucial for candidates to upload documents verifying their date of birth during the application process, as incorrect information may lead to application cancellation.
Application Fee
What is the application fee?
The application fee for candidates in the General category and others is ₹100, which is non-refundable. Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), persons with disabilities (PwD), and female candidates are exempt from this fee. Payments can only be made through online methods, and cash, cheque, demand draft, or money order will not be accepted. The deadline for submitting the application and fee is December 11, 2026, so candidates are encouraged to complete their applications well in advance.
Selection Process
How will the selection process work?
There will be no written examination or interview for this recruitment. Selection will be based on a merit list created from the marks obtained in the 10th-grade examination and the ITI course. Equal weightage will be given to both, and the merit list will be determined based on their average. After selection, candidates' documents will be verified, and they will need to submit a medical certificate. In cases where candidates have the same marks, preference will be given to the older candidate. If both marks and age are identical, the candidate who completed the 10th grade earlier will be prioritized.
How to Apply Online
How to apply online?
Candidates can apply by visiting the official website of Northern Railway: rrcnr.org.
First, locate and open the online application link for the apprentice recruitment on the website. Register by providing details such as your name, father's name, mobile number, email address, and date of birth. After registration, you will receive login credentials via your mobile number and email. Use these credentials to log in and complete the application form. Then, upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression, and the required certificates. After paying the prescribed fee, submit the form and keep a printed copy for your records.