Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway has published notification for Act Apprentice recruitment 2025 under advt. no. RRC/NR/05/2025/Act Apprentice. A total of 4116 posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 25 November 2025 to 24 December 2025 by visiting the official website www.rrcnr.org.
RRC NR Posts 2025 candidates must have passed Class 10th complete with at least 50% marks along with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. age criteria for this apprenticeship require minimum 15 year and 24 years age calculate 24/12/2025, with age /relaxations available for reserved categories as per government rules. The selection process will follow a merit-based system, considering marks.
RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4116 Posts |
| Advt. No. | RRC/NR/05/2025/Act Apprentice |
| Apply Start Date | 25 November 2025 |
| Apply Last Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Age limit | 15 years to 24 years |
| Qualification Required | 10th Pass (50% marks) + ITI in relevant trade |
| Selection Process | 10th + ITI marks & Merit list based |
| Training Stipend | Rs- 7000/- to Rs- 12000/- Per Month. |
| Official Website | www.rrcnr.org |
RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025 – Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 25 November 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 November 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 24 December 2025 |
| Application Closing Time | 24 December 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Merit List Release (Expected) | February 2026 |
RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025 – Age Limit
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age As On |
| 15 Years | 24 Years | 24/12/2025 |
Age Relaxation
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: Service Years + 3 Years (as per rules)
RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General (UR) | Rs-100/- |
| OBC | Rs-100/- |
| EWS | Rs-100/- |
| SC | Rs-0/- |
| ST | Rs-0/- |
| PwBD | Rs-0/- |
| All Female Candidates | Rs-0/- |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI |
: Vacancy & Qualification Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Qualification |
| Act Apprentice | 4116 | Candidate must have 10th class complete with 50% marks and ITI Certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute. |
Selection Process
| • Merit list • No written exam • Document verification |
Salary
In Northern Railway Apprentice 2025, the monthly stipend ranges from Rs- 7000 to Rs- 12000 depending on the trade and duration of training (1-year or 2-year ITI). Apprentices also gain hands-on experience and better chances in future Railway recruitment.
RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025: Trade Wise Vacancy
| Trade Name | Total Seats | UR | SC | ST | OBC |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 110 | 55 | 17 | 8 | 30 |
| Electrician | 97 | 49 | 14 | 8 | 26 |
| Fitter | 186 | 93 | 28 | 14 | 51 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 20 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Carpenter | 9 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Carriage Workshop – AMV, Lucknow
| Carpenter | 84 | 42 | 13 | 6 | 23 |
| Fitter | 160 | 81 | 24 | 12 | 43 |
| Painter (General) | 37 | 19 | 5 | 3 | 10 |
| Trimmer | 22 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Machinist | 11 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Welder | 60 | 31 | 9 | 4 | 16 |
CB/LKO Workshop
| Fitter | 13 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Forger & Heat Treater | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Painter (General) | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Machinist | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Turner | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Material Handling Operator | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Rolling Stock Workshop (Loco & Carriage, CB/LKO)
| Fitter | 208 | 105 | 31 | 16 | 56 |
| Electrician | 80 | 40 | 12 | 6 | 22 |
| Machinist | 26 | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 |
| Welder | 19 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
Rolling Stock Workshop (Elect., CB/LKO)
| Trade | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC |
| Electrician | 82 | 41 | 13 | 6 | 22 |
| Refrigeration & AC | 118 | 60 | 17 | 9 | 32 |
| Wireman | 25 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 7 |
How to Apply RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025
- Open the official website rrcnr.org.
- Click on the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 link.
- Register using your basic details and create your login ID.
- Fill in the online form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Apply to upload photo right signature and required certificates in the correct format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review all entered information before final submission.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
- Keep a printed copy of the application for future reference.
IMPORTANT LINKS |
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| Apply Online | Click Here (Update soon) |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| Northern Railway Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025?
A. RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025 offers 4116 training slots across various trades.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025?
A. The last date to submit the online form is 24 /12/2025.
Q3. What is the required qualification for RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025?
A. Candidates must have 10th with 50% marks and ITI in the relevant trade.
Q4. What is the age limit for RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025?
A. The age limit is 15 to 24 years as on 24/12/2025.
Q5. What is the selection process for RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025?
A. Selection is based on merit of 10th and ITI marks, no exam.
Q6. Is there any application fee for RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025?
A. The fee is Rs-100 for General/OBC/EWS, and free for SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates.
Q7. How can I apply for RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025?
A. Eligible candidates can apply online through www.rrcnr.org before the closing date.