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Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway (RRC NCR) has extended the last date to apply online for RRC NCR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026. As per the official notice dated 15.08.2026, the online application window for engagement of Act Apprentices (2026-27) has now been extended to 31.08.2026 (23:59 hrs), following the addition of new trades to the originally notified slots.
RRC NCR had originally invited online applications from 08.07.2026 for a total of 1853 slots under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for training at various Divisions and Workshop units under North Central Railway. The original closing date of 07.08.2026 has now been extended to accommodate the newly added trades notified on 14.08.2026.
Quick facts: RRC NCR is conducting engagement of Act Apprentices for training year 2026-27 across 1853 originally notified slots (now revised with additional new trades) at Prayagraj, Agra, Jhansi Divisions/TMC-Line and Jhansi Workshop under North Central Railway. Applicants aged 15 to below 24 years (as on 07.07.2026) can apply online through www.rrcpryj.org. The extended last date to apply online is 31.08.2026 (23:59 hrs).
- RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
- RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Extended Notification PDF
RRC NCR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway (RRC NCR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice (Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Original Notification No. | RRC/NCR/Act. Apprentice 01/2026, dated 07.07.2026 |
| Extension Notice No. | RRC/NCR/PRYJ/Act. Apprentice 2026-27, dated 15.08.2026 |
| Total Slots | 1853 (as originally notified; revised with new trades added on 14.08.2026 - revised total not specified in the source documents) |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Job/Training Location | North Central Railway - Headquarters, TMC/Line & Divisions (Prayagraj, Agra, Jhansi), and Jhansi Workshop |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Extended Last Date | 31.08.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Official Website | https://www.rrcpryj.org |
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RRC NCR Act Apprentice Important Dates
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Original Notification Date | 07.07.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08.07.2026 @ 00:00 hrs |
| Original Online Application Closing Date | 07.08.2026 @ 23:59 hrs |
| New Trades Added / Slots Revised (notified on official website) | 14.08.2026 |
| Extension Notice Issued | 15.08.2026 |
| Extended Online Application Closing Date | 31.08.2026 @ 23:59 hrs |
Candidates who wish to apply against the revised slots/new trades can do so online up to the extended last date. Applicants are advised to submit their online application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues due to heavy website load.
RRC NCR Act Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Location | Details |
|---|---|
| Head Quarter | NCR Head Quarter |
| TMC/Line & Divisions | Prayagraj, Agra, Jhansi |
| Workshop | Jhansi Workshop |
| Total Slots | 1853 |
RRC NCR Act Apprentice Eligibility Criteria
Candidates meeting the age and educational eligibility for the designated trades can apply. The eligibility details are as follows:
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed SSC/Matriculation/ 10th Class or its equivalent (under the 10+2 system) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
Candidates must possess an ITI Certificate/National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT recognized by the Government of India.
Possession of a valid NCVT/SCVT-affiliated ITI Certificate in the relevant trade is mandatory.
Domicile: As per RRC/NCR notified criteria
RRC NCR Act Apprentice Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: Should not have completed 24 years (as on 07.07.2026)
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Up to additional 10 years, to the extent of service rendered in Defence Forces, plus 3 years, provided a minimum of 6 months' service at a stretch has been completed (further conditions not fully available in the source document) |
Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility.
How to Apply for RRC NCR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official RRC NCR website: https://www.rrcpryj.org
- Read all instructions in the notification carefully and confirm eligibility before applying.
- Create a valid personal email ID, if not already available, and maintain it until the end of the entire engagement process.
- Register and fill in the online application form for Act Apprentice engagement against the revised slots/new trades.
- Submit the application online well before the extended closing date of 31.08.2026 (23:59 hrs) to avoid last-minute website load issues.
Note: Detailed step-by-step application instructions, application fee, required documents, and the selection process are available on the official RRC NCR website but are not specified in the documents provided for this article.
RRC NCR Act Apprentice Important Instructions
- This is a centralized notification for engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for North Central Railway; RRC/NCR has been nominated as the nodal agency for obtaining online applications.
- Applications can be submitted only online on RRC's official website, https://www.rrcpryj.org; candidature will be considered only on the basis of information filled in the online application.
- New trades have been added to the originally published slots; the revision was notified on the official website on 14.08.2026.
- Interested and eligible candidates can apply online against the revised slots/new trades up to the extended last date of 31.08.2026 (23:59 hrs).
- Applicants are advised to submit their online application well before the closing date to avoid failure due to heavy load or website jam.
Also Read: RRB JE 04/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 3993 Junior Engineer Posts
RRC NCR Act Apprentice Important Links
- Extended Notification PDF: Click here
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Join Arattai Channel: Click Here
- Join Telegram Channel: Click Here
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
- Sarkari Result: Click Here
- Download Mobile App: Click Here
Candidates looking for more apprenticeship opportunities can also explore other Railway Apprentice Jobs and ITI Government Jobs available across India. Applicants interested in Indian Railways careers can check the latest RRC Recruitment notifications from other railway zones. Those looking for opportunities in Uttar Pradesh can also browse Uttar Pradesh Government Jobs, and candidates preparing for apprentice trade exams can explore more 10th Pass Government Jobs matching their qualification.