Rail Coach Factory (RCF) under the Ministry of Railways has officially released the recruitment notification (Notice No. A-1/2026) for the engagement of 734 Act Apprentice slots under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Eligible candidates holding a 10th standard certificate and an ITI National Trade Certificate (NCVT) can submit their application online through the official portal before the closing deadline.
Recruitment Overview
- Organizing Body: Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Ministry of Railways
- Notice Number: A-1/2026
- Post Name: Act Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 734 Slots
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Job Category: Apprenticeship Training (Fixed Term)
- Selection Process: Purely Merit-Based (No Written Exam / Interview)
Trade-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
- Welder (G&E): 220 Slots
- Fitter: 180 Slots
- Electrician: 110 Slots
- Machinist: 60 Slots
- AC & Ref. Mechanic: 44 Slots
- Painter (G): 40 Slots
- Carpenter: 40 Slots
- Mechanic (Motor Vehicle): 20 Slots
- Electronic Mechanic: 20 Slots
- Total: 734 Slots
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification
- Must have passed the 10th Class (Matriculation) examination or its equivalent under the 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized board.
- Must possess a valid National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the notified trade issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates): Rs. 100/- (Non-refundable)
- SC / ST / PwBD / All Female Candidates: Nil (Fully Exempted)
- Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or SBI Challan.
Selection Process
The candidate selection framework is entirely objective and eliminates written testing:
- Merit List Formulation: Selection is based on the simple average of the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and the ITI/NTC examination in the relevant trade (equal weightage).
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates must present their original educational mark sheets, trade certificates, age proof, and caste credentials.
- Medical Fitness Examination: Satisfying prescribed standard visual acuity, hearing, and minimum physical standards (Height: 137 cm, Weight: 25.4 kg, Chest Expansion: 3.8 cm).
How to Apply
- Visit the official website.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Act Apprentice section and open the link corresponding to Notice No. A-1/2026.
- Register by entering basic details (Name, Active Mobile Number, Email ID, Aadhaar details).
- Fill out the online application form with your personal background, academic percentages, and ITI trade qualifications.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph (20–70 KB, JPEG)
- Clear signature (20–30 KB, JPEG)
- 10th Class Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
- NCVT ITI Certificate / National Trade Certificate
- Category / Disability / Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the processing fee of Rs. 100/- via the integrated online payment portal (if applicable).
- Review your submitted details in the preview window, finalize submission, and download a printed copy of the confirmation receipt for your records.
Quick Links
- Official Portal: Click Here to Visit
- Download Official Notification PDF: Click Here to Download
