๐ RRC Northern Railway — Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 — Apply Online for 4,116 Posts
RRC Northern Railway has invited online applications for **4,116 Act Apprentice** vacancies across multiple clusters. Read the official notification, verify your eligibility, and apply between 25 November 2025 and 24 December 2025 through the official RRC Northern Railway portal.
๐ At a Glance
- Recruiting Body: Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR)
- Post: Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice under Apprentices Act)
- Total Vacancies: 4,116 (cluster-wise breakout below)
- Salary/Pay Scale: As per Apprentices Act & Railway Board guidelines
- Qualification: 10th/SSLC with ITI or as specified per trade — confirm per-trade eligibility in the notification.
- Application Window: 25 November 2025 — 24 December 2025
- Official Notification (PDF): Link in Important Links section below.
๐ Important Dates
Key Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 25 November 2025
- Online Application End Date: 24 December 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment (if applicable): 24 December 2025
- Training / Joining Dates: Will be communicated after final selection
Eligibility Snapshot
- Minimum Qualification: Varied by trade — typically Class X (Matric) with ITI or as specified.
- Age Limit: As per notification — relaxations for reserved categories apply.
- Residence / Locality: Certain clusters may prefer local candidates where specified.
๐ Vacancy Summary & Where to Find Details
Below is the cluster-wise vacancy breakup provided by RRC Northern Railway. For trade-wise and category-wise distribution, consult the official notification PDF (linked below).
| Cluster Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Lucknow | 1397 |
| Delhi | 1137 |
| Firozpur | 632 |
| Ambala | 934 |
| Moradabad | 16 |
| Total | 4,116 |
๐งพ How to Apply — Quick Steps
- Open the RRC Northern Railway official website: rrcnr.org.
- Locate the "Act Apprentice 2025" recruitment advertisement and read the notification PDF carefully.
- Start the online application between 25 Nov 2025 and 24 Dec 2025.
- Register / Login, fill personal & educational details, and choose your preferred cluster & trade.
- Upload scanned documents (10th, ITI, photo, signature) as per the file-size & format rules in the PDF.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) using Debit/Credit/Netbanking/UPI and keep the receipt.
- Submit the form, download the confirmation and print for future verification.
๐งญ Selection Process — What to Expect
RRC Act Apprentice selection normally follows these steps; exact pattern and marks distribution are in the notification:
| Stage | What it tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Document Scrutiny | Verify educational & category certificates | Shortlisting based on eligibility |
| Merit / Percentiles | Merit list based on Marks / Criteria in notification | Trade-wise merit and reservation rules applied |
| Medical / Joining Formalities | Medical fitness & training enrolment | Training period as per Apprentices Act |
๐ Documents — Keep These Ready
- Matriculation / 10th class certificate & mark sheet (DOB proof)
- ITI certificate (if trade requires)
- Category certificate (SC / ST / OBC / EWS) if applicable
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photographs and scanned signature
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID / Driving Licence)
- Any domicile or local residency proof if required by the cluster
๐ญ Reservation & Seat Allocation Process
Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD and Ex-Servicemen will be applied per Government of India rules. The notification contains detailed category-wise and trade-wise distributions per cluster — use that as the final source.
๐ธ Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 (Online payment only) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Fee exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online — Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
๐ง Preparation Tips & Strategy
- Trade-specific readiness: Revise technical theory and practical basics for your trade; hands-on ability matters for apprenticeship training.
- Focus on matric level basics: Improve arithmetic, basic reasoning and language skills expected for apprenticeship merit calculations.
- Documents organization: Scan and name files correctly (e.g., DOB_Proof.pdf, ITI_Certificate.pdf) to speed up application.
- Mock & previous trends: Look at previous RRC apprentice notifications to understand common trades and cutoffs.
๐ After Applying — Checklist
- Save the application confirmation and note the registration number / transaction ID.
- Download and print the submitted form and fee receipt (if paid).
- Keep scanned copies of uploaded documents in a secure folder.
- Monitor your email / SMS and the RRC Northern Railway portal for admit lists and training communications.
Common FAQs
- Q: When can I apply?
A: Online applications are open from 25 Nov 2025 to 24 Dec 2025. - Q: Is there an application fee?
A: General/OBC pay ₹100 online; SC/ST/PwBD/Women are exempted. Confirm on the portal. - Q: Where do I get the notification PDF?
A: Download it from the official RRC Northern Railway website — link below.
Related Jobs
- Other RRC apprentice drives (South, Western, Eastern Railways)
- State transport & PSU apprenticeships
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