Railway Recruitment Cell, North Central Railway (RRC NCR), Prayagraj has revised its Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification by adding new trades and extending the online application closing date to 31 August 2026 (23:59 hrs). The recruitment was originally notified for 1853 slots on 7 July 2026, and the slot count has since increased after the addendum dated 14 August 2026. This article explains the notification, revised vacancy, eligibility, fee and application process based on the official documents published on rrcpryj.org.
RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway, Prayagraj |
| Notification Number | RRC/NCR/Act. Apprentice 01/2026 |
| Notification Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Post/Scheme Name | Act Apprentice (under the Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Originally Notified Slots | 1853 |
| Addendum Date (New Trades Added) | 14 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | rrcpryj.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 07 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 July 2026 |
| Original Last Date to Apply | 07 August 2026 |
| Addendum for Inclusion of New Trades/Slots | 14 August 2026 |
| Notice for Extension of Application Date | 15 August 2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Apply Online | 31 August 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
The extended closing date of 31 August 2026 applies to candidates applying against the revised slots and the newly added trades, as per the official extension notice dated 15 August 2026.
Vacancy Details: Original Notification and Revision
RRC NCR originally notified 1853 Act Apprentice training slots on 7 July 2026 across Agra, Prayagraj and Jhansi Divisions, Jhansi Workshop, Track Machine Line unit, and Headquarters, Prayagraj.
On 14 August 2026, RRC NCR issued an addendum adding five new Engineering-department trades to the Agra (AGC), Prayagraj (PRYJ) and Jhansi (JHS) units, and published a revised, unit-wise trade table in Annexure-A of the addendum. The newly added trades are:
- Surveyor
- Mason (Building Construction)
- CAD-CAM Operator cum Programmer
- Sanitary Hardware Fitter
- Building Maintenance Technician
Based on the complete unit-wise slot table published in the addendum, the revised division-wise total slots are as follows:
| Division/Unit | Total Slots (Revised, as per Addendum dated 14.08.2026) |
|---|---|
| Agra (AGC) Division | 547 |
| Headquarters, NCR, Prayagraj | 32 |
| Prayagraj (PRYJ) Division | 1462 |
| Jhansi (JHS) Division | 856 |
| Jhansi Workshop | 226 |
| Track Machine Line, HQ | 82 |
| Total (as per Annexure-A totals) | 3205 |
This total of 3205 has been calculated by adding the division-wise “Total Slots” figures published in Annexure-A of the addendum. Trade names such as Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter, Painter, Plumber, Draughtsman, Stenographer, Wireman, COPA and others are covered across these units, in addition to the five newly added trades. For the exact slot count of a specific trade and category (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) at each unit, candidates should refer directly to Annexure-A of the official addendum, as the full trade-wise break-up runs across several pages and cannot be summarised here without losing detail.
Educational Qualification
As per the addendum, the technical qualification for the newly added trades is an ITI certificate or National Trade Certificate affiliated to NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade. The addendum also confirms that all other eligibility rules, terms and conditions of the original notification dated 07.07.2026 remain unchanged. Applicants must check the trade-specific qualification requirement, along with the required 10th-class marks, in the original notification PDF before applying, since exact percentage requirements can vary by trade.
Age Limit, Application Fee and Selection Process
This information has not yet been independently verified by us from the original notification PDF dated 07.07.2026, as that document is not machine-readable in text form. Multiple sources referencing the notification consistently mention an age limit of 15 to 24 years as on 07.07.2026, an application fee of ₹100 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates (with exemption for SC/ST, PwBD and female candidates), and a selection process based on a merit list using 10th-class and ITI marks, with no written examination, followed by document verification and a medical examination. Candidates are strongly advised to confirm the exact age limit, age relaxation, fee amount and selection stages from the original notification PDF linked below before applying or making any payment.
Documents Required
- 10th class (Matriculation) mark sheet and certificate
- ITI/National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade
- Date of birth proof
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), where applicable
- PwBD certificate, where applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format
- Valid ID proof and address proof
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RRC NCR website, rrcpryj.org.
- Open the Notification section and select the Act Apprentice 01/2026 notice.
- Complete new registration using basic personal details.
- Log in with the generated credentials and fill in the online application form with educational, trade and category details.
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents in the specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable to your category.
- Review all entries carefully and submit the form before the extended last date of 31 August 2026.
- Download and keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Applications will be accepted only through the official RRC NCR website.
- Candidates applying against the newly added trades under the addendum must apply within the extended window ending 31 August 2026.
- Read the original notification, the addendum dated 14 August 2026, and the extension notice dated 15 August 2026 together, since the addendum states that other terms of the original notification remain unchanged.
- Do not submit the application at the last moment to avoid technical or payment-related issues.
- Be alert for fake websites or unofficial agents demanding payment in the name of this recruitment. RRC NCR conducts this recruitment only through its official website.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for a trade without checking the unit-wise slot and category distribution in Annexure-A.
- Uploading photographs or signatures that do not match the specified format.
- Ignoring the addendum and applying only based on the original 1853-slot notification.
- Missing the extended closing date of 31 August 2026 for the revised slots and new trades.
- Not retaining a printout or acknowledgment of the submitted application.
Official Notification and Application Links
- Original Notification PDF (07.07.2026)
- Addendum PDF with Revised Trades and Slots (14.08.2026)
- Notice for Extension of Application Date (15.08.2026)
- Official Notice Page for Act Apprentice 01/2026
- Official Website: RRC NCR, Prayagraj
Conclusion
The RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 now covers a wider set of trades and a higher total slot count after the 14 August 2026 addendum, with the online application window open till 31 August 2026. Eligible candidates should read the original notification, the addendum and the extension notice in full, verify age, qualification and fee details directly from the official PDF, and apply online only through rrcpryj.org before the extended last date.
