Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR), New Delhi, Delhi has announced a recruitment notification for the position of Act Apprentice with a total of 4651 vacancies. The last date to apply for these posts is 11 December 2026.
Railway Act Apprentice – Cluster Lucknow Recruitment 2026: 4651 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR), New Delhi, Delhi |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice – Cluster Lucknow (LKO), Act Apprentice – Cluster Delhi (DLI), Act Apprentice – Cluster Firozpur (FZR) and 3 more |
| Advt No | RRC/NR/03/2026/Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4651 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Cluster Lucknow (LKO), Cluster Delhi (DLI), Cluster Firozpur (FZR), Cluster Moradabad (MB), Cluster Ambala (UMB), Cluster Jammu |
| Official Website | rrcnr.org |
Important Dates
Candidates should note the following important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Notification date | 6 November 2026 |
| Opening of Online Application | 11 November 2026 |
| Closing of Online Application (23:59 Hrs.) | 11 December 2026 |
Application Fee
The application fee varies based on the category of the candidate.
| Category | Application Fee |
| Others | Rs. 100 (non-refundable) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | No fee |
Age Limit
The age limit for candidates applying for the posts is specified below. Age relaxation is applicable as per the rules.
| Post | Age Limit |
| All Posts | Should have completed 15 years of age and should not have completed 24 years of age (as on 11 December 2026) |
Vacancy Details
The following table provides a breakdown of the vacancies available for each post.
| Post | Total Vacancies |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Lucknow (LKO) | 1525 |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Delhi (DLI) | 1312 |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Firozpur (FZR) | 740 |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Moradabad (MB) | 63 |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Ambala (UMB) | 979 |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Jammu | 32 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must have completed the 10th class (10+2 system) with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognised Board, along with an ITI in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT), passed by 06 November 2026. This applies to all posts listed in the recruitment notification.
| Post | Qualification |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Lucknow (LKO) | 10th with minimum 50% aggregate marks and ITI in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Delhi (DLI) | 10th with minimum 50% aggregate marks and ITI in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Firozpur (FZR) | 10th with minimum 50% aggregate marks and ITI in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Moradabad (MB) | 10th with minimum 50% aggregate marks and ITI in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Ambala (UMB) | 10th with minimum 50% aggregate marks and ITI in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
| Act Apprentice – Cluster Jammu | 10th with minimum 50% aggregate marks and ITI in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
Salary and Pay Scale
The selected candidates will receive a stipend as per extant rules applicable.
| Post | Pay |
| All Posts | As per extant rules applicable |
Selection Process
The selection process will include the following stages:
- Screening and scrutiny of applications
- Merit list from the average of 10th and ITI percentage marks with equal weightage
- Document verification with medical certificate
How to Apply
Interested candidates can follow the steps below to apply for the positions:
- Open the link “Engagement of Act Apprentice” ONLINE Application on the RRC website www.rrcnr.org.
- Register with Name, Father’s Name, Community, Category, Mobile number, Email ID, and Date of Birth.
- Receive the login password on the provided email ID and via SMS on the registered mobile number.
- Log in, fill the Application Form, pay the online fee (if applicable), and upload required documents.
- Upload photograph, signature, and thumb impression, each between 10 to 50 KB in jpg format, along with the certificates.
- Submit the application and print the application and fee payment slip for your records.
- Ensure to apply on or before 11 December 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Candidates must apply to a cluster and unit where slots for their own ITI trade are notified; hence, applying for multiple posts may not be applicable.
What is the age relaxation for candidates?
Age relaxation is available for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), and Ex-Servicemen (up to an additional 10 years).
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates should have their educational certificates, age proof, and category certificate ready for verification.
Documents Required
- Photograph
- Signature
- ID proof
- Certificates of educational qualifications
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying under the wrong post code.
- Missing certificate date for educational qualifications.
- Not paying the application fee if applicable.
- Uploading incorrect photo size.
- Applying under the wrong category.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: रेलवे भर्ती सेल, उत्तर रेलवे (RRC NR)
- पद: अधिनियम अपरेंटिस
- कुल पद: 4651
- योग्यता: 10वीं कक्षा और ITI
- आयु सीमा: 15 से 24 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 11 दिसंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन
