The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Central Railway – SCR has released the official notification for Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This recruitment offers around 2,800+ apprentice training vacancies in various trades such as Electrician, Fitter, Welder, COPA, AC Mechanic, and others across multiple railway divisions and workshops.
Candidates who have completed 10th (Matriculation) with ITI in a relevant trade can apply online for this apprenticeship training. The application process is conducted online, and candidates should apply before the last date to avoid missing the opportunity.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 12 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 April 2026 |
| Merit List | To Be Announced |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹0
- All Female Candidates: ₹0
- Payment Method: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice | 2,800+ Posts (Approx.) | 15 – 24 Years | 10th Pass with 50% Marks + ITI in Relevant Trade |
Age relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC – 3 Years
- PwBD – 10 Years
Category Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| UR | As Per Notification |
| EWS | As Per Notification |
| OBC | As Per Notification |
| SC | As Per Notification |
| ST | As Per Notification |
(Detailed trade-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is available in the official notification.)
Selection Process
The selection process for RRC SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes:
- Merit List Preparation based on 10th + ITI marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Training Details
| Training Type | Act Apprentice Training |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Year (Approx.) |
| Trades Included | Electrician, Fitter, Welder, COPA, Mechanic, AC Technician, etc. |
During training, candidates receive stipend as per Apprenticeship Act rules.
Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| RRC Official Website | Click Here |