Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2861 Vacancies

Central Railway has released the latest notification for the engagement of 2861 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961. Candidates who have completed 10th with ITI qualification can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications from 03 November 2026 to 02 December 2026.

📌 Organization Details

📅 Important Dates

📢 Vacancy Details

Available Clusters:

• Mumbai Cluster
• Bhusawal Cluster
• Pune Cluster
• Nagpur Cluster
• Solapur Cluster

Available Trades: Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, Carpenter, Painter, Mechanic Diesel, Electronics Mechanic, Programming & Systems Administration Assistant, Wireman, Stenographer and other notified ITI trades.

📚 Educational Qualification : 

• Candidates must have passed 10th Standard or equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
• Must possess National Trade Certificate (NTC) or Provisional National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT in the relevant notified ITI trade.
• Engineering Graduates and Diploma Holders are not eligible for this recruitment.

Important Notes:

• Candidates who are already undergoing or have undergone apprenticeship training are not eligible.
• Applicants can select only one cluster and give preferences for units within that cluster.
• Multiple applications will be rejected.
• Training does not guarantee permanent employment in Railways.

Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for ITI candidates looking for Railway Apprentice Jobs in India. Eligible candidates with 10th qualification and NCVT or SCVT ITI certificates can apply for Central Railway 2861 Apprentice vacancies. This Railway Apprentice Notification 2026 includes various trades such as Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, Carpenter, Painter and Mechanic Diesel. Candidates can check Central Railway Apprentice eligibility, age limit, stipend, selection process, application fee, important dates and apply online through RRC Central Railway official website.

💰 Salary Details

Training Period: 1 Year for all trades.

Note: No hostel accommodation will be provided. Candidates must arrange their own accommodation during training.

🔹 Age Limit 

Age Calculation Date: 03 November 2026.

📍 Selection Process

• Merit List Based on 10th and ITI Marks.
• Document Verification.
• Medical Fitness Verification.

The merit list will be prepared based on the simple average of marks obtained in Matriculation and ITI. Candidates must have a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in 10th Standard. There is no written examination mentioned in the notification.

💳 Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI or Wallet).

📝 How to Apply?

1. Visit the official website: www.rrccr.com.
2. Find the Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification.
3. Read the official notification carefully.
4. Complete the online registration process.
5. Fill in your personal, educational and ITI trade details.
6. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
7. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
8. Submit the application form before 02 December 2026.
9. Download and save the submitted application form for future reference.

Required Documents: 10th Marksheet, Date of Birth Proof, ITI Marksheet, NCVT/SCVT Certificate, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Disability Certificate (if applicable), Photograph and Signature.