The Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Kapurthala, operating under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has officially announced a large-scale recruitment drive for 2026 for 550 Act Apprentice positions for the year 2025. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to receive training in various technical trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

If you are looking to start your career with Indian Railways, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Overview of RCF Kapurthala Recruitment 2026

2. Trade-wise Vacancy Details

3. Eligibility Criteria (Age & Education)

4. Selection Process

5. Application Fee and Payment

6. Important Dates to Remember

7. How to Apply Online

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Overview of RCF Kapurthala Recruitment 2026

The recruitment aims to fill 550 vacancies for apprenticeship training in Kapurthala, Punjab. This is "No Exam" recruitment, making it highly competitive for those with strong academic records in matriculation and ITI.

Organization	Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Kapurthala
Post Name	Act Apprentice (Various Trades)
Total Vacancies	550
Job Location	Kapurthala, Punjab
Stipend	As per the Apprentices Act 1961 rules

2. Trade-wise Vacancy Details

Candidates can apply for various trades based on their ITI specialisation. The distribution of the 550 posts is as follows:

Fitter: 150 Posts
Welder (G&E): 180 Posts
Electrician: 70 Posts
Machinist: 20 Posts
Painter (G): 30 Posts
Carpenter: 30 Posts
AC & Ref. Mechanic: 30 Posts
Mechanic (Motor Vehicle): 20 Posts
Electronic Mechanic: 20 Posts

3. Eligibility Criteria (Age & Education)

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have passed 10th class or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognised board.
A National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the relevant trade issued by the NCVT is mandatory.

Age Limit (as of the application date):

Minimum Age: 15 years.
Maximum Age: 24 years.
Age Relaxation: 05 years for SC/ST, 03 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.

4. Selection Process

The selection for the RCF Kapurthala Apprentice programme is purely merit-based. There is no written examination. The merit list is prepared by considering:

1. Percentage of marks obtained in matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate).

2. Marks obtained in the ITI in the relevant trade.

3. Final candidates will undergo document verification.

5. Application Fee and Payment

The application fee must be paid online via debit card, credit card, or internet banking.

General / OBD: ₹100/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Women: Nil (Exempted)

6. Important Dates to Remember

Notification Date: 09/12/2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 07/01/2026 (until 23:59 Hours)
Document Verification: To be notified later

7. How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to complete your application on the official Indian Railways website:

1. Register: Visit the official RCF website (rcf.indianrailways.gov.in) and register with valid details, ensuring they match your matriculation certificate.

2. Full Form: Complete the online application with personal, educational, and trade-specific information.

3. Upload Documents: Upload a passport-sized coloured photograph, your signature, and all required ITI/10th-grade certificates.

4. Payment: Pay the ₹100 fee if applicable.

5. Submit: Submit the form before the deadline of 07/01/2026 and print a copy for your records.