RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online Now for 4116 Posts (Last Date : 24 December 2025),

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RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Northern Railway – Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC NR) has released the official notification for 4116 Act Apprentice posts across various clusters and workshops. The online application process begins on 25 November 2025 and continues till 24 December 2025.

Every year, more than 6–7 lakh candidates apply for Railway Apprentice vacancies, and this year’s participation is expected to be even higher due to Northern Railway’s large intake and popularity among ITI-qualified aspirants. Interested students are advised to apply early to avoid last-week server issues.

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RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Notification No. RRC/NR/05/2025/Act Apprentice

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RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : Important Dates & Application Fee

Important DatesApplication Fee
Application Start – 25 November 2025General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
Last Date to Apply – 24 December 2025 SC / ST: No Fee
Merit List Display: February 2026PwBD: No Fee
Correction Window: Not ApplicableFemale Candidates: No Fee
Document Verification: To be notifiedPayment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking)

RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : Age Limit & Eligibility Details

Age LimitEligibility Details
Minimum Age: 18 Years (as per recruitment rules) Maximum Age: 30 Years / 32 Years (Post-wise applicable) Age Relaxation: • OBC: +3 Years • SC/ST: +5 Years • PwD: +10 Years • Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt rules• Candidate must have passed 10th / 12th / Graduation / Post Graduation (as per post requirement) • Additional qualifications like Diploma / ITI / B.Ed / Computer Certificate if applicable • Must meet Physical Standards (for Police/Defence posts) • Must be a Citizen of India • Other eligibility conditions as per official notification

RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : Vacancy Details

ClusterTotal Vacancies
Lucknow (LKO)1397
Delhi (DLI)1137
Firozpur (FZR)632
Ambala (UMB)934
Moradabad (MB)16
Total Vacancies 4116

RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : How to Apply Online & Required Documents

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)Required Documents
Visit official website: https://www.rrcnr.orgPassport-size Photograph
Read the complete notificationSignature (running handwriting)
Click on New RegistrationLeft-hand Thumb Impression
Enter Name, DOB, Email, Mobile10th Certificate
Receive Login Password via SMS/Email10th Marksheet
Login using Registration ID & PasswordITI Marksheet (All Semesters)
Fill Personal DetailsITI NCVT/SCVT Certificate
Enter Educational & ITI Trade DetailsCategory Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
Choose Cluster / Division PreferencePwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Upload Photo, Signature & ThumbEx-Servicemen Documents (if applicable)
Upload 10th & ITI CertificatesAadhaar / PAN / Driving License
Upload Category/EWS/Disability docsOther supporting documents mentioned in notification
Pay Fee Online (if applicable)—
Preview Application Form—
Final Submit & Print Application—

RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : Pay Scale & Selection Process

Pay Scale / StipendSelection Process
• Stipend will be given as per Apprenticeship Act, 1961 and RRC NR rules. • Monthly stipend depends on trade category (ITI / Non-ITI). • No additional allowances.Selection will be Merit-Based Only • Merit list prepared on the basis of 10th Class Marks (and ITI Marks, if applicable). • No Written Exam. • No Interview. • Document Verification & Medical Examination.

RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Exam PatternSyllabus / Criteria
No Written Exam Conducted Apprenticeship selection is completely Merit-Based.Merit List Prepared On: • 10th Class Marks (minimum 50% marks required). • ITI Trade Marks (if applicable). Document Verification Syllabus: • Educational Certificates • ITI Certificates • Aadhaar / Identity Proof • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
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RRC Northern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : Previous Year Cutoff Trend (10th+ITI %

YearUROBCSCST
202190–92%88–90%82–85%78–82%
202288–91%85–88%80–82%75–79%
202389–93%87–89%81–83%77–80%
202487–90%85–87%80–82%75–78%
2025 (Expected)88–92%86–89%81–85%76–80%

Why Does Cutoff Change?

  • More ITI students applying every year
  • Higher scoring trend in NCVT
  • High competition in Delhi/Ambala divisions
  • Popular trades (Electrician/Fitter) push cutoff upward

Expected Trade-wise Cutoff 2025

TradeExpected UR Cutoff
Fitter90–92%
Electrician89–91%
Welder85–88%
Carpenter82–86%
Machinist86–89%
Mechanic Diesel84–87%

Cutoff Analysis

The cutoff may rise slightly due to:

  • Increased ITI enrollment in 2024
  • Better overall academic performance
  • Awareness of Railway apprentice benefits

Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)

QuestionAnswer
What is RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment?Recruitment for 4116 Apprentice seats under Northern Railway.
Last date to apply?24 December 2025
Education required?10th pass (50%) + ITI (NCVT/SCVT)
Selection process?Merit based on 10th + ITI marks
Written exam?No
Age relaxation?SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwBD +10 yrs
Can other states apply?Yes, all India eligible
Is it a permanent job?No, it is training only
Number of divisions?LKO, DLI, UMB, FZR, MB
Stipend?Approx. ₹7,000–₹9,000 per month

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