RRC Prayagraj Apprentice Online Form 2026 – 1853 Posts
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Central Railway, Prayagraj has opened online applications for 1,853 Trade Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act. If you have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI/NCVT certificate in a related trade, this is a direct route into railway apprenticeship training without a written exam. The online window is open from 08 July 2026 to 07 August 2026, and the application fee must also be paid by 07 August 2026. This is a strong option for ITI-qualified candidates aged 15 to 24 who want hands-on railway workshop training. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, dates, fee, stipend, selection and how to apply are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Total Posts | 1,853 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | You must have passed the Class 10 (High School / Matriculation) examination with a minimum of 50% marks, along with a National Trade Certificate (ITI/NCVT) in the trade you are applying for. Both the Class 10 pass and the ITI certificate in the relevant trade are compulsory. |
| Age Limit | Your age must be between 15 and 24 years as on 07 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable to SC/ST, OBC, PwD and other reserved categories as per North Central Railway / Government of India rules. |
| Age Relaxation | Age calculated as on 07 July 2026; relaxation as per NCR rules. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 08 July 2026 |
| Application Start | 08 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 August 2026 |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST | ₹0 (Free) |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0 (Free) |
Salary / Pay
Selected apprentices receive a monthly stipend as fixed under the Apprentices Act and applicable Railway Board rules; the stipend is usually a prescribed percentage of the minimum pay of the corresponding trade. The source page does not state the exact stipend figure, so treat this as indicative and confirm the amount in the official notification.
Selection Process
This is an apprenticeship engagement, not a regular exam-based recruitment. Selection is expected to be merit-based on your Class 10 and ITI marks, followed by document verification and a medical examination — no written test is normally held. The source does not spell out the exact selection method, so treat these stages as indicative and confirm in the official notification.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the RRC portal at examerp.com. First register with your basic details, then log in and fill the application form with your Class 10 and ITI marks, upload your photo, signature and required certificates, pay the fee online (Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking) and submit the final form. Applications open on 08 July 2026 and close on 07 August 2026, with fee payment also due by 07 August 2026. Take a printout of the submitted form for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in RRC Prayagraj Apprentice 2026?
There are a total of 1,853 Trade Apprentice posts. The trade/division-wise breakup is given in the official notification.
What is the qualification for RRC Prayagraj Apprentice 2026?
You need to have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI/NCVT certificate in the relevant trade.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 07 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST candidates and all female candidates apply for free.
Is there a written exam for this apprenticeship?
This is an apprenticeship engagement and selection is expected to be merit-based on Class 10 and ITI marks, with no regular written exam. Confirm the exact process in the official notification.