If you are an ITI pass candidate looking for a government opportunity, here is a great chance! Central Railway has released a new notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
In this article, we will cover important dates, eligibility, vacancies, selection process, stipend, and how to apply.
📢 Official Notification Overview
According to the official notification released by Central Railway, 51 Apprentice vacancies are available across different units and trades.
- Organization: Central Railway (RRC/CR)
- Post Name: Act Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 51
- Mode of Application: Online
- Training Duration: 1 Year
📅 Important Dates
- 🟢 Start Date to Apply: 10 March 2026 (11:00 AM)
- 🔴 Last Date to Apply: 09 April 2026 (5:00 PM)
👉 Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute server issues.
📊 Vacancy Details (Trade-wise)
The recruitment is mainly for Stenographer and technical trades across different divisions:
- Mumbai: Stenographer – 28 posts
- Bhusawal: Stenographer – 5 posts
- Pune: Stenographer – 3 posts
- Solapur:
- Stenographer – 1
- Fitter – 2
- Mason – 3
- Mechanic (Refrigeration & AC) – 9
👉 Total Vacancies: 51 posts
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Educational Qualification
- Must have passed 10th (minimum 50% marks)
- Must have ITI certificate in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT)
❌ Engineering graduates/diploma holders are not eligible.
🎂 Age Limit (as on 10 March 2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
🧾 Selection Process
There is NO written exam ❗
Selection will be based on:
👉 Merit list prepared using:
- 10th marks
- ITI marks
👉 Final merit = Average of both marks
📌 In case of tie:
- Older candidate gets preference
- If still same → earlier 10th pass candidate selected
💰 Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No Fee
💵 Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive:
👉 ₹9,600 per month (as per rules)
📍 Training Locations
Candidates must choose one cluster only:
- Mumbai
- Bhusawal
- Pune
- Solapur
⚠️ Choose carefully—no changes allowed after submission.
📄 Required Documents
- 10th Marksheet
- ITI Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- Photograph & Signature
- Disability/Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable)
📝 How to Apply
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website: www.rrccr.com
- Register using Aadhaar details
- Fill in personal & educational details
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and download application form
- Apply link Click here
- Official Notification Download Click here
⚠️ Important Points
- Only online applications are accepted
- No job guarantee after training
- Multiple applications = rejection
- Keep your email & mobile active
🎯 Final Words
This is a great opportunity for ITI students to gain experience in Indian Railways. Since there is no exam, selection depends purely on your marks—so candidates with good academic records have higher chances.
👉 Don’t miss this opportunity. Apply before 09 April 2026!
🔔 Pro Tip (For Career Guru Hills Audience)
If you want to increase your chances:
- Apply early
- Choose correct trade & cluster
- Ensure all documents are clear