The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway (CR) has released the official notification for Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates who have completed 10th pass with an ITI certificate to receive technical training in Indian Railways workshops and divisions.
Interested candidates can apply online through the official Railway portal. The application process started on 10 March 2026, and candidates must submit their application before the deadline. Selection will be based on merit prepared from 10th and ITI marks, and no written exam will be conducted.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 10 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 April 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 09 April 2026 |
| Merit List | To Be Announced |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwBD / All Female Candidates: No Fee
- Payment Method: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI / Online Mode.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Act Apprentice | 51 Posts | 15 – 24 Years | 10th Pass with minimum 50% marks + ITI Certificate in relevant trade |
- Age relaxation will be provided as per Government / Railway rules.
- SC/ST candidates get 5 years, OBC candidates 3 years, and PwBD candidates 10 years relaxation.
Category Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | Not Specified |
| EWS | Not Specified |
| OBC | Not Specified |
| SC | Not Specified |
| ST | Not Specified |
| Total | 51 Posts |
The detailed category-wise distribution will be available in the official notification.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The Railway RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 selection process is straightforward:
Merit List Preparation
- Based on marks obtained in 10th class and ITI certificate
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Important: There is no written examination for this recruitment. Candidates are selected purely on academic merit.
Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| Railway RRC CR Official Website | Click Here |