
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) Prayagraj has published the notification for the North Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26. Online applications are being accepted from 18th September 2025 to 17th October 2025. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for Act Apprentice positions under the Apprentices Act, 1961 across various Divisions and Workshops of the North Central Railway, which include Prayagraj, Agra, Jhansi, and the Jhansi Workshop.
The recruitment process will be managed by RRC, North Central Railway, located at Nawab Yusuf Road, Balmiki Chauraha, Civil Lines, Prayagraj – 211001. The selection for the North Central Railway Apprentice Jobs 2025-26 will rely solely on a merit list derived from academic scores; there will be no written examination or interview conducted.
North Central Railway Apprentice 2025 – Notification Overview
Zonal Notification No. RRC/NCR/Act. Apprentice 01/2025
| Post Name | Act Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 1763 |
| Stipend | As per Apprenticeship Rules |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years |
| Selection Methods | Merit List |
| Qualification | Matric, ITI |
| Last Date to Apply | 17/10/2025 |
Vacancy List 2025: Unit Wise:
| RRC Prayagraj Division | Total Vacancies |
| Prayagraj (PRYJ) Division | 703 |
| HQ/NCR/PRYJ | 32 |
| Jhansi (JHS) Division | 497 |
| Work Shop Jhansi | 235 |
| Agra (AGC) Division | 296 |
Vacancy Trades:
Fitter, Plumber, Welder (G&E), Mechanic cum Operator Electronics Communication System, Armature Winder, Health Sanitary Inspector, Machinist, Multimedia and Web Page Designer, Carpenter, MMTM, Electrician, Crane, Painter (General), Draughtsman (Civil), Mechanic (DSL), Stenographer (English), Information & Communication Technology System maintenance, Stenographer (Hindi), Turner, Wireman, Black Smith, Computer Operator (COPA).
How to Apply:
- Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria and are interested should submit their applications online via the North Central Railway Apprentice 2025 Portal.
- Navigate to the rcpryj.org Apprentice Registration Page, and click on ‘Step 1: New Registration’ to begin completing your online application form.
- Applicants are required to provide their Name, Community, Age, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Email Id, and select a Division / Unit.
- Once registered, log in to proceed with your application and select the RRC Prayagraj Apprentice trade. The next step involves uploading the necessary documents and paying the application fee.
- The deadline for submitting the online application is 17/10/2025 by 23:59 Hours.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants should have successfully completed SSC/10th grade with a minimum of 50% marks.
- An ITI certificate or National Trade Certificate in the pertinent trade, issued by NCVT/SCVT and recognized by the Government of India.
Age Limit:
- Minimum 15 years and Maximum 24 years as on 16th September 2025.
- Upper age limit is relaxable by 05 years for SC / ST, 03 years for OBC and 10 years for PwD.
Stipend:
- Selected candidates will undergo a one-year apprenticeship training and will receive a stipend at the prescribed rate, as per the regulations set by the relevant State Governments.
Application Fee:
- The fee should be made through online mode (Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking etc.).
- Rs.100/- for General / OBC category and other state candidates.
- No fee for SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender / Women candidates.
Selection Process:
- Documents Verification
- Merit List (Both Matric and ITI Marks)
- There will be no written test or viva voce
Important Links:
| North Central Railway Apprentice Apply Online Portal | Click Here |
| North Central Railway Apprentice Notification Pdf | Click Here |
Important Dates:
| Opening date for Notification | 16/09/2025 |
| Opening date for Online Application | 18/09/2025 |
| Closing date for Online Application | 17/10/2025 up to 23:59 Hours |


