RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Notification Out for 4,116 Posts at rrcnr.org

The Railway Recruitment Cell, Northern Railway (RRC NR), has released the RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification for 4,116 vacancies across various divisions and units. The detailed advertisement is now available on the official website rrcnr.org.

The online registration process will begin soon, and eligible candidates who fulfill the required educational qualifications can apply once the link becomes active. The Apprenticeship engagement will be carried out under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for different trades such as Fitter, Welder, Carpenter, Electrician, Painter, Mechanic, Machinist, and more. Candidates will be selected based on merit, determined by their performance in Class 10 and ITI trade qualifications. Those seeking apprenticeship training in Indian Railways should apply before the deadline.

RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Notification Released for 4,116 Posts at rrcnr.org

The Railway Recruitment Cell - Northern Railway (RRC NR) has officially released the RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification for 4,116 Apprentice posts, inviting applications from eligible candidates across multiple trades. Aspirants looking for apprentice training opportunities in Indian Railways can now check the detailed notification uploaded on the official website rrcnr.org. The online application process is expected to begin shortly, and candidates must complete their registration within the given timeline.

Vacancy Overview

The Northern Railway has announced a total of 4,116 vacancies, distributed across various clusters and workshops including:

Delhi Division
Ambala Division
Lucknow Division
Firozpur Division
Railway Carriage & Wagon Workshops
Signal & Telecom Workshops
Mechanical and Electrical Units

The apprentices will be engaged in trades such as:

Fitter
Welder
Electrician
Carpenter
Blacksmith
Mechanic (Motor Vehicle/Diesel)
Painter
Wireman
Machinist
Turner
Refrigeration & AC Mechanic
Electronics Mechanic
Instrument Mechanic
And several others

These positions fall under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and candidates will undergo training as per prescribed standards.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for RRC NR Apprentice Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Educational Qualification

Must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) with at least 50% marks.
Should possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized NCVT/SCVT institution.

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 15 years
Maximum Age: 24 years (as on the cut-off date mentioned in the notification)

Age relaxation applies to reserved categories as per government norms:

SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwD: 10 years

Selection Process

The selection for RRC NR Apprentice posts will be purely merit-based, with no written exam or interview. The merit list will be prepared based on:

Marks obtained in Class 10, and
Marks secured in ITI Trade Certification

In case of a tie, preference will be given to candidates with:

Older age
Earlier date of ITI completion

Registration & Application Process

Candidates must apply online through the official website rrcnr.org once the registration link is activated. The expected steps include:

1. Visit the official site and click on the Apprentice Recruitment 2025 link.

2. Register using your email ID and mobile number.

3. Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and trade details.

4. Upload documents such as photograph, signature, ITI certificate, and Class 10 mark sheet.

5. Pay the application fee (if applicable).

6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for reference.

Application Fee (Expected)

General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates: No fee

Training & Stipend

Selected apprentices will undergo training as per railway guidelines and will receive a stipend in accordance with rules under the Apprentices Act. After the completion of training, candidates will receive an Apprentice Certificate, which increases their chances of future employment in government and private sectors.