The Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR) has officially released the RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 notification for 4116 apprentice vacancies under the Apprentices Act. This recruitment drive is a major opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates seeking skill development and training in Indian Railways. Online applications will be accepted from 25 November 2025 to 24 December 2025 through the official website www.rrcnr.org. Candidates from across India, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and other regions, are eligible to apply as per notified criteria.
RRC NR Act Apprentice 2025 – Overview
The apprenticeship is offered across multiple clusters of Northern Railway, providing hands-on technical training as per NCVT/SCVT standards. Selected candidates will receive a stipend as per extant Railway rules.
Important Dates – RRC NR Apprentice 2025
- Notification Release: 18 November 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 25 November 2025
- Last Date to Apply & Fee Payment: 24 December 2025
- Merit List (Expected): February 2026
- Document Verification/Medical Exam: To be notified
Vacancy Details – Total 4116 Posts
The category-wise and unit-wise distribution is detailed in Annexure-A of the official notification.
Cluster-wise Vacancy Distribution
- Lucknow: 1397
- Delhi: 1137
- Ambala: 934
- Firozpur: 632
- Moradabad: 16
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR RRC NR ACT APPRENTICE 2025
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed Matriculation/10th Class with minimum 50% aggregate marks under the 10+2 system from a recognized board, and
- Passed ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institutes.
Note: Candidates awaiting results are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 24.12.2025)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to additional 10 years as per rules
Selection Process – RRC NR Apprentice 2025
Selection will be merit-based, ensuring transparency and fairness:
- Screening and scrutiny of applications
- Merit list based on the average of percentage marks in Matriculation (minimum 50%) and ITI, with equal weightage
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness/Physical Standards as per Railway norms
Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹100/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted (No Fee)
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
How to Apply for RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice 2025
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official website www.rrcnr.org
- Click on RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 link
- Register using valid details and generate login credentials
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
- Keep a printed copy for future reference
Quick Reference Summary
| Details | Information |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4116 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 25 Nov – 24 Dec 2025 |
| Qualification | 10th (50%) + ITI |
| Age Limit | 15–24 Years |
| Selection Process | Merit-based |
| Official Website | www.rrcnr.org |
Why Choose RRC NR Apprenticeship?
This apprenticeship provides practical railway training, industry-recognized certification, and enhances employability in both public and private sectors. It is ideal for ITI candidates aiming for long-term technical careers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| What is the last date to apply for RRC NR Act Apprentice 2025? |
| 24 December 2025. |
| How many vacancies are available? |
| A total of 4116 apprentice posts. |
| Is ITI mandatory for RRC NR Apprentice? |
| Yes, ITI in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT is compulsory. |
| What is the age limit for this recruitment? |
| 15 to 24 years as on 24.12.2025. |
| Is there any application fee? |
| ₹100 for General/OBC; SC/ST/PwBD/Women are exempted. |
| How is selection done? |
| Based on merit calculated from 10th and ITI marks. |
| When will the merit list be released? |
| Expected in February 2026. |
The RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 offers a valuable opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to gain hands-on experience with Indian Railways. Interested applicants should complete the online application between 25 November and 24 December 2025 and ensure all eligibility criteria are met. For the latest updates and detailed notification, candidates are advised to visit the official website www.rrcnr.org regularly and bookmark this page for future reference.
MORE INFO
| Notification | CLICK HERE |
| Apply | CLICK HERE |
