The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway (NR) has recently announced the recruitment drive for Act Apprentices for the 2025-2026 session. This is a significant opportunity for aspirants looking for Railway Apprentice Jobs 2025. Candidates can start applying from November 25th 2025 till December 24th 2025. The recruitment drive is released for a total of 4116 vacancies. Candidates aspiring to be part of the Railway Recruitment can apply for the post through online mode.
RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 - Key highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4116 Posts |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass (min 50%) AND ITI in relevant trade |
| Age Limit (as of 24.12.2025) | 15 to 24 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | November 25, 2025 |
| Application End Date | December 24, 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹100/- (Exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Women) |
| Selection Process | Merit List (based on 10th + ITI marks) |
| Official Website | www.rrcnr.org |
RRC Apprentice Recruitment Vacancy Details
The RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is released for a total of 4116 Posts to various divisions and clusters. Candidates should check the official notification for the detailed trade-wise distribution before applying.
| Cluster Name | Vacancies |
| Lucknow | 1397 |
| Delhi | 1137 |
| Firozpur | 632 |
| Ambala | 934 |
| Moradabad | 16 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates before applying for the post must ensure that they meet the elgibility criteria such as educational qualification and age limit set by the officials.
Educational Qualification
- Matriculation/10th Class: Candidates must have passed the 10th class (under the 10+2 system) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- ITI Certificate: Must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade, issued by NCVT/SCVT, recognized by the Government of India.
Age Limit
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- Maximum Age: 24 years (as of 24.12.2025)
- Age Relaxation: Permissible for candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) as per Government of India rules.
Application Fee & Payment Mode
The Application fee must be payed for completing the application process and the application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. The fee can be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
| Category | Application Fee | Exemption / Note |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC Candidates | ₹100/- | Non-refundable |
| SC / ST Candidates | Exempted | No Fee Required |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) Candidates | Exempted | No Fee Required |
| Women Candidates (All Categories) | Exempted | No Fee Required |
RRC Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice recruitment selection process will be solely merit-based.
- Merit List Generation: The primary basis for selection will be the Merit List, calculated on the average of the percentage marks obtained in Matriculation (10th) and the ITI examination, with equal weightage given to both.
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must meet the prescribed medical standards/physical requirements as per the extant rules.
How to Apply Online for RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2025 ?
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 through the official website. Candidates can follow the steps mentioned to apply for the recruitment drive:
- Go to the official RRC Northern Railway website at www.rrcnr.org.
- Navigate to the 'Online Application' or 'Recruitment' section and find the link for "Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025".
- Log in using the registration credentials and accurately fill in all personal, educational, and technical details.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents, including photograph, signature, 10th mark sheet, and ITI certificate.
- Pay the requisite application fee online (if applicable).
- Review the entire form, submit the application, and print a copy of the final submitted form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the total number of vacancies?
Q: When does the online application process start and end?
Q: What is the age limit for the RRC NR Apprentice post?
Q: Is there any application fee?
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| Official Website | RRC Northern Railway |
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