RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 734 Vacancies

Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala is hiring 734 Act Apprentices across 9 trades - including Fitter, Welder, Electrician and more - under the Ministry of Railways. If you have passed 10th class with 50% marks and hold a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 5 September 2026. You must be between 15 and 24 years old as on the closing date.

Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - 734 Posts

Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala, under the Ministry of Railways, has released Notice No. A-1/2026 for engaging 734 Act Apprentices for training at its Technical Training Centre under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. The vacancies are spread across 9 trades - Fitter, Welder (G&E), Machinist, Painter (G), Carpenter, Electrician, AC & Refrigeration Mechanic, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) and Electronic Mechanic. Selection is purely merit-based on your Matriculation and ITI marks - there is no written exam or interview. This is a good opportunity for ITI-trained candidates to gain hands-on training with Indian Railways. Keep in mind that completing this training does not guarantee a job offer or absorption into Railways afterwards - it is a skill-building apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Vacancy Breakdown by Trade

• Welder (G&E): 220 posts
• Fitter: 180 posts
• Electrician: 110 posts
• Machinist: 60 posts
• AC & Refrigeration Mechanic: 44 posts
• Painter (G): 40 posts
• Carpenter: 40 posts
• Mechanic (Motor Vehicle): 20 posts
• Electronic Mechanic: 20 posts

Of the total 734 posts, 368 are Unreserved, 111 for SC, 57 for ST and 198 for OBC candidates. Within this, 30 posts are reserved for PwD candidates and 22 for Ex-Servicemen's wards on a horizontal basis - if the reserved slots for SC or ST candidates in a trade are not filled, they can be filled by the other of the two categories before going to unreserved candidates.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must have passed 10th class (or its equivalent under the 10+2 system) with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
• Trade Certificate: You must also hold a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the notified trade, issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).
• Employment Exchange: You must be registered with your nearest Employment Exchange, unless you are a ward of an RCF/Kapurthala employee.
• If your marks are reported in CGPA, the percentage is calculated by multiplying your CGPA by 9.5 - RCF will convert your Matriculation and ITI marks to a percentage using this formula before preparing the merit list.

Age Limit

• You should be between 15 and 24 years old as on 5 September 2026.
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates get 5 years, OBC candidates get 3 years, and Persons with Disability get 10 years relaxation beyond the upper age limit.
• Ex-Servicemen: Up to 10 years plus 3 years relaxation based on defence service rendered, subject to a minimum of 6 months of continuous service.

Application Fee

• All Categories: Rs. 100 (non-refundable, online payment only)
• SC / ST / PwD / Women: No fee
• Payment mode: Online only, through the payment gateway on the application form (Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / SBI Challan).
• You must pay the fee within 2 working days of completing your application form, using the link already provided in the form.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

RCF Kapurthala will select candidates purely on merit, in the following stages:

1. Merit List Preparation: Based on the simple average of your percentage marks in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and your ITI marks in the notified trade.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates, up to 1.5 times the number of seats, must produce original testimonials for verification.
3. Medical Examination: You must be found medically fit by a Government-authorized doctor not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon, as per the standards prescribed under the Apprentices Rules, 1992.

In case candidates have the same marks, the older candidate is preferred; if birth dates also match, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier gets preference. A merit list is prepared trade-wise and community-wise, and the result is normally declared within 45 days of the closure of applications.

How to Apply

1. Go to the RCF Kapurthala website at www.rcf.indianrailways.gov.in.
2. Find the Act Apprentice 2026 online application link.
3. Register and fill in your personal, educational and trade details carefully - a Registration Number will be issued to you, so save it for future reference.
4. Upload the required documents and your photograph.
5. Pay the Rs. 100 application fee online.
6. Submit the form and keep a copy for your records.

No physical copy of the application needs to be sent to RCF - your online submission is final. Canvassing in any form will disqualify your candidature, and no correspondence will be entertained regarding non-selection.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 7 August 2026
• Online Application Start: 7 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 5 September 2026 (till 24:00 hours)

• Learn practical skills and safety procedures under your assigned trade instructor
• Handle tools, machines and equipment used in Fitter, Welder, Electrician and other trade workshops
• Follow all workshop safety rules and wear prescribed protective gear
• Complete assigned training modules and practical exercises on schedule
• Maintain tools, equipment and your workspace in good condition
• Assist senior technicians during coach manufacturing and maintenance work
• Attend theory classes and appear for periodic skill assessments
• Prepare training records and log books as required under the Apprenticeship Act