Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR) has announced the recruitment of 4116 Act Apprentice vacancies. Eligible candidates who hold 10th pass with ITI certification can apply online from 25 November 2025 to 24 December 2025 on the official website rrcnr.org. Applicants are advised to review the full details below including eligibility, age limit, stipend, selection process, and application procedure.
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4116 |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass with ITI (NCVT/SCVT recognized) |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years |
| Stipend | As per apprenticeship rules |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 25 November 2025 |
| Application End Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Official Website | rrcnr.org |
Vacancy Distribution
Total Vacancies: 4116
| Cluster | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Lucknow | 1397 |
| Delhi | 1137 |
| Firozpur | 632 |
| Ambala | 934 |
| Moradabad | 16 |
Detailed trade-wise and unit-wise vacancies are available in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- 10th standard pass (minimum 50 percent marks) under 10+2 system
- ITI certificate in relevant trade, issued by NCVT or SCVT
- Candidates awaiting results are not eligible
Age Limit (as on 24 December 2025)
- Minimum age: 15 years
- Maximum age: 24 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Additional relaxation as per rules
Nationality
- Applicant must be an Indian citizen
Selection Process
Selection will be based on the following stages:
- Screening of applications
- Merit list based on marks in both 10th and ITI (equal weightage)
- Document verification
- Medical examination as per railway standards
There is no written examination or interview for this recruitment.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | No fee |
Payment must be made online only.
How to Apply
Follow the steps given below:
- Visit the official website rrcnr.org
- Click on the “Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025” section
- Read the official notification carefully
- Complete the online registration using a valid mobile number and email ID
- Fill the application form and upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and print the acknowledgment copy for future use
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 November 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 25 November 2025 |
| Online Application End | 24 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 24 December 2025 |
| Merit List Announcement (Expected) | February 2026 |
| Document Verification | To be notified |