RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 734 Posts
Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala, under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released the notification for Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026. A total of 734 Apprentice vacancies have been announced under Notice No. A-1/2026 dated 07 August 2026.
Eligible candidates who have passed Class 10th with the required qualification and possess an ITI/NCVT certificate in the relevant trade can apply online. The selection for these Apprentice posts will be made on the basis of a merit list.
The recruitment is being conducted for apprenticeship training at Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala. Interested candidates should read the complete notification carefully before submitting the online application.
RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala |
| Ministry | Ministry of Railways, Government of India |
| Recruitment Name | RCF Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Notice No. | A-1/2026 |
| Notification Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 734 Posts |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass + ITI (NCVT) in Relevant Trade |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 Years |
| Selection Process | Merit List |
| Training Location | Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala |
| Application Fee | ₹100/- for applicable candidates |
| Official Website | rcf.indianrailways.gov.in |
The above recruitment details are based on the RCF Apprentice 2026 information published on the referenced Result Bharat page and supporting recruitment sources.
RCF Apprentice Vacancy 2026
A total of 734 Act Apprentice posts are available across different trades.
Trade-Wise Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Trade | Total Posts |
| 1 | Fitter | 180 |
| 2 | Welder (G&E) | 220 |
| 3 | Machinist | 60 |
| 4 | Painter (G) | 40 |
| 5 | Carpenter | 40 |
| 6 | Electrician | 110 |
| 7 | AC & Refrigeration Mechanic | 44 |
| 8 | Mechanic / Motor Vehicle | 20 |
| 9 | Electronic Mechanic | 20 |
| Total | 734 |
According to the vacancy table, Welder (G&E) has the highest number of vacancies with 220 posts, followed by Fitter with 180 posts and Electrician with 110 posts.
Category-Wise Vacancy
The category-wise vacancy distribution mentioned on the recruitment page is:
| Category | Vacancies |
| General | 368 |
| SC | 111 |
| ST | 57 |
| OBC | 198 |
| Total | 734 |
The page also mentions horizontal reservation for PwD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as applicable.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must have:
- Passed Class 10th / High School examination from a recognized board.
- Possess an ITI/NCVT certificate in the relevant trade.
- The ITI qualification should correspond to the trade for which the candidate is applying.
Candidates should carefully verify their trade and qualification before submitting the application.
Important
This recruitment is primarily for 10th-pass candidates with relevant ITI/NCVT qualification. Candidates should not consider only 10th, 12th or graduation as sufficient qualification unless they also fulfil the prescribed trade-specific ITI requirement.
Age Limit
The age limit mentioned for RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is:
| Particular | Age |
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
Age relaxation will be provided to eligible reserved categories as per applicable Government rules. The Result Bharat page mentions the age calculation date as 07 September 2026.
Application Fee
The application fee mentioned on the recruitment page is:
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- |
| Women Candidates | Exempted as applicable |
The applicable fee can be paid through the prescribed online payment modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking.
RCF Apprentice Selection Process 2026
Candidates will be selected on the basis of a merit list.
The recruitment page specifically mentions selection on the basis of merit list. The merit is prepared using the prescribed academic/ITI marks, followed by the required verification and formalities.
Selection Stages
- Merit List
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination / Required Medical Formalities
Candidates shortlisted for further stages will have to produce the required original documents.
RCF Apprentice Merit List 2026
The merit list will be prepared according to the prescribed recruitment rules and the marks obtained by eligible candidates in 10th and relevant ITI qualification.
The date of publication of the merit list has not been announced yet and will be notified separately.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 September 2026, as stated in the application note |
| Merit List | To Be Notified |
| Final Merit List | To Be Notified |
How to Apply for RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can follow the steps below:
- Visit the official RCF website.
- Open the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 section.
- Select the application link for Notice No. A-1/2026.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter your personal details carefully.
- Enter Class 10th and ITI marks.
- Select the relevant trade according to your ITI/NCVT qualification.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Check your name, date of birth, category, marks, trade, mobile number and email ID carefully.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the online application form.
- Download and save the completed application form.
- Keep the registration number and payment receipt safely for future reference.
