RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 734 Posts Apply Online is open for engagement of 734 Act Apprentices for training at Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala. Notice No. A-1/2026 is dated 07.08.2026. Online registration and application submission close on 05.09.2026 at 11:59 PM, while fee payment closes on 08.09.2026 at 11:45 PM. Candidates should use the official RCF Act Apprentice page and the railway application portal.
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10.08.2026: The official RCF Act Apprentice page and Notice No. A-1/2026 were checked. The notification confirms 734 seats in nine trades and the official application portal displays the 05.09.2026 application deadline.
Last checked: 10.08.2026.
RCF Kapurthala apprentice 2026 vacancy and trades
The 734 seats are distributed across nine technical trades at the Technical Training Centre, Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala. The vacancy table is useful for choosing the trade before registration, but an applicant should select a trade only when the 10th and ITI certificates match the notified requirement. PwD and ex-servicemen figures are included in the official seat table and are not extra seats outside the total.
| Trade | Total seats | PwD | Ex-servicemen | Decision-useful note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 180 seats in the notified trade | 7 seats | 5 seats | Largest technical seat group in the notice. |
| Welder (G&E) | 220 seats in the notified trade | 9 seats | 7 seats | Highest total seat count among the listed trades. |
| Machinist | 60 seats in the notified trade | 2 seats | 2 seats | Relevant ITI trade certificate is required. |
| Painter (G) | 40 seats in the notified trade | 2 seats | 1 seat | Apply only with the prescribed trade qualification. |
| Carpenter | 40 seats in the notified trade | 2 seats | 1 seat | Trade-wise merit will be prepared separately. |
| Electrician | 110 seats in the notified trade | 4 seats | 3 seats | One of the larger electrical trade intakes. |
| AC & Refrigeration Mechanic | 44 seats in the notified trade | 2 seats | 1 seat | Match the ITI certificate to the notified trade name. |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 20 seats in the notified trade | No separate PwD seat shown | 1 seat | Relevant motor-vehicle trade qualification should be checked. |
| Electronic Mechanic | 20 seats in the notified trade | 1 seat | 1 seat | Selection remains based on the notified merit method. |
| Total | 734 total seats across nine trades | 30 seats | 22 seats | All categories are included within the total. |
RCF Kapurthala apprentice 2026 important dates
| Event | Date/time |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 07.08.2026 |
| Online application period | 07.08.2026 to 05.09.2026 |
| Last date for registration and application submission | 05.09.2026 at 11:59 PM |
| Last date for fee payment | 08.09.2026 at 11:45 PM |
| Training start/document verification | To be communicated by RCF |
RCF apprentice 2026 eligibility and age limit
| Requirement | Official condition |
|---|---|
| Educational qualification | 10th class or equivalent under the 10+2 system with at least 50% aggregate marks, plus National Trade Certificate in the relevant notified trade issued by NCVT. |
| Age on 05.09.2026 | Candidate must have completed 15 years and must not have completed 24 years. |
| SC/ST relaxation | Upper-age relaxation of 5 years. |
| OBC relaxation | Upper-age relaxation of 3 years. |
| PwD relaxation | Upper-age relaxation of 10 years. |
| Training status | Engagement is for apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961; it is not a regular railway appointment. |
RCF Kapurthala apprentice application fee
| Candidate category | Fee | Payment route |
|---|---|---|
| UR/OBC and other applicable candidates | ₹100, non-refundable | Online payment gateway as part of the application |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | No fee | No payment required |
| Fee deadline | 08.09.2026 at 11:45 PM | Save the e-receipt after successful payment |
RCF apprentice 2026 selection process
Selection is based on a trade-wise and community-wise merit list. The merit calculation uses the simple average of the percentage of marks obtained in matriculation and ITI marks in the relevant trade. The notification also provides for document/testimonial verification and a medical examination for finally listed candidates.
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Merit preparation | Simple average of matriculation percentage and relevant ITI percentage. |
| Tie-break | Older candidate is preferred; if birth dates are also the same, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier is considered first. |
| Document verification | Original testimonials and certificates are checked. |
| Medical fitness | Final candidates must be found fit in the appropriate medical examination. |
How to apply for RCF Kapurthala apprentice 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Read Notice No. A-1/2026 and confirm the relevant trade and eligibility. |
| 2 | Open the official railway apprenticeship application portal. |
| 3 | Enter personal, educational and ITI details exactly as shown on certificates. |
| 4 | Upload the required photograph, signature and documents. |
| 5 | Pay the fee if applicable, submit before 05.09.2026 and save the printout. |
- Apply for the correct notified trade.
- Check the name, father’s name and date of birth against the matriculation certificate.
- Keep the active mobile number and email address available.
- Complete fee payment by 08.09.2026 if payment is required.
- Preserve the registration number and final application printout.
Important Links
| Resource | Direct link |
|---|---|
| Apply online for RCF Act Apprentice 2026 | Open official application portal |
| RCF Act Apprentice official page | Open RCF official Act Apprentice page |
| RCF Apprentice Notice No. A-1/2026 | Download official notification PDF |
| Rail Coach Factory official website | Open RCF official website |
| More Sarkari Naukri updates | Open government jobs hub |
Last updated and fact-checked: 10.08.2026. RCF and the official railway application portal control the final instructions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many RCF apprentice seats are available?
RCF Kapurthala has notified 734 Act Apprentice seats across nine trades.
What is the last date to apply?
Online registration and application submission close on 05.09.2026 at 11:59 PM.
What is the last date for fee payment?
Fee payment closes on 08.09.2026 at 11:45 PM.
What is the RCF apprentice qualification?
Candidates need 10th/equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks and the relevant NCVT National Trade Certificate.
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be 15 to under 24 years as on 05.09.2026, with notified relaxations.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹100 for applicable candidates; SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates do not pay the fee.
Is there a written exam?
Selection is through a merit list based on matriculation and relevant ITI marks, followed by verification and medical fitness.
Which trades are included?
Trades include Fitter, Welder, Machinist, Painter, Carpenter, Electrician, AC and Refrigeration Mechanic, Mechanic Motor Vehicle and Electronic Mechanic.
Where can I apply?
Use the official railway apprenticeship portal linked in the final Important Links table.
Does apprenticeship guarantee a regular railway job?
The notification is for apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and does not itself guarantee regular appointment.