The Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR) has released a notification for 4116 Act Apprentice vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply online from 25 November 2025 to 24 December 2025 at the official website rrcnr.org.
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4116 |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship Training |
| Stipend | As per Apprenticeship Rules |
| Qualification | 10th with at least 50% marks + ITI (relevant trade, NCVT/SCVT approved) |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 25 November 2025 |
| Application End Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Official Website | www.rrcnr.org |
Vacancy Distribution
| Cluster Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Lucknow | 1397 |
| Delhi | 1137 |
| Firozpur | 632 |
| Ambala | 934 |
| Moradabad | 16 |
Category-wise and trade-wise breakup is available in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- 10th Class (minimum 50% marks) under 10+2 examination system
- ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institution
- Candidates awaiting results are not eligible
Age Limit (as on 24.12.2025)
- Minimum: 15 years
- Maximum: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: as per government rules
Nationality
- Applicant must be an Indian citizen
Selection Process
- Shortlisting on the basis of merit
- Equal weightage to marks in:
- Matriculation
- ITI
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
No written exam will be conducted.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | Exempted |
Mode of Payment: Online only
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: www.rrcnr.org
- Open the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 link
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID
- Fill the application form accurately
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout for records
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 November 2025 |
| Application Start | 25 November 2025 |
| Application End | 24 December 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Tentative Merit List | February 2026 |
| Document Verification | To be announced |