RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 4116 Posts

Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR), New Delhi has invited online applications for Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 for a total of 4116 seats in different clusters and divisions. Candidates who have passed Class 10th with at least 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply online from 25 November 2025 to 24 December 2025 through the official website rrcnr.org. Before applying, applicants should go through the detailed notification, eligibility conditions, age limit, fee structure and selection procedure carefully.

RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Brief Highlights

Important Dates – Northern Railway Apprentice 2025

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the examination fee through online payment modes only. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee (for applicable categories) will be treated as incomplete.

Age Limit (as on 24 December 2025)

• Minimum Age: 15 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years

Age Relaxation (as per rules):

• SC / ST: 5 years relaxation
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation
• PWD candidates: 10 years relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per Government norms

The upper age limit is calculated with reference to 24 December 2025. Candidates must ensure that they fall within the permissible age bracket after considering all relaxations.

Educational Qualification

• The candidate must have passed Matriculation / 10th Class under the 10+2 examination system with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognised Board.
• The candidate should also possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by an institute recognised by NCVT / SCVT.
• Candidates whose results are awaited or who do not possess the ITI qualification at the time of applying are not eligible.

Vacancy Distribution – RRC NR Act Apprentice 2025

The total number of posts announced under Northern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is 4116. Vacancies are distributed among various clusters as given below:

Detailed trade-wise, unit-wise and category-wise vacancies are mentioned in the official notification. Candidates should go through the annexure given in the notification PDF before choosing their trade and cluster.

Stipend / Salary for RRC NR Apprentices 2025

Engaged apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per rules applicable under the Apprentices Act and Railway Board guidelines. Generally, the stipend amount is in the approximate range of ₹7,000/- to ₹10,000/- per month during the training period. The exact rate and conditions shall be as per the latest instructions issued by the competent authority.

Selection Process – Northern Railway Apprentice 2025

The selection of candidates for RRC NR Act Apprentice 2025 will be done on a merit basis. There is no written exam. The stages are as follows:

• Merit List Preparation: A combined merit list will be prepared based on the average percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50% marks) and ITI, giving equal weightage to both.
• Scrutiny of Applications: Submitted online forms will be checked for correctness and eligibility.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents and certificates.
• Medical Examination: Selected candidates will have to undergo a medical fitness test as per prescribed standards.
• Final Allotment: Final selection and allotment to trades/clusters will be made subject to successful document and medical clearance.

How to Apply Online for RRC Northern Railway Apprentice 2025?

Eligible candidates can submit their online application form for RRC NR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 by following the steps given below:

1. Visit the official website of RRC Northern Railway: https://www.rrcnr.org/
2. On the homepage, find the link related to “Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025”.
3. Carefully read the detailed notification, instructions and eligibility conditions.
4. Click on the “Apply Online” or Online Registration link.
5. Complete the registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
6. Fill in the online application form with personal, educational and communication details.
7. Select the desired cluster/division and trade as per your eligibility.
8. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature and required documents in the prescribed format.
9. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the available online payment options.
10. After final submission, download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Points for Candidates

• Fill in all details carefully; no major correction window may be available later.
• Use an active mobile number and email ID for registration and future communication.
• Keep scanned copies of documents (photo, signature, certificates) ready before starting the form.
• Apply well before the last date to avoid server overload or technical issues.
• Regularly check the official website for updates regarding merit list, document verification and further notices.

Disclaimer

All information given above is based on the official notification of RRC Northern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025. However, candidates must refer to the latest advertisement and instructions available on the official website rrcnr.org before applying, as any changes or updates issued by the authority will be binding.

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