Railway coach enthusiasts and job seekers have a golden opportunity to start their career with the Railways. The Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala, has invited applications for 550 apprenticeship positions, where candidates will be selected purely on merit, without any examination. The application fee is just ₹100, making it an accessible opportunity for many aspiring candidates.
Important Details of RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2025:
- Recruiting Organization: Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Ministry of Railways
- Position: Apprenticeship
- Total Vacancies: 550
- Advertisement Number: A-1/2025
- Application Start Date: 9 December 2025
- Application End Date: 7 January 2026
- Eligibility: 10th Pass + ITI certificate in the relevant trade
- Age Limit: 15–24 years (Relaxation applicable as per government rules for reserved categories)
- Stipend/Salary: As per government norms
- Selection Process: Merit-based shortlisting, document verification, and medical examination
- Official Website: rcf.indianrailways.gov.in
Trades and Vacancies:
| Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 150 |
| Welder (G&E) | 180 |
| Mechanist | 20 |
| Painter (G) | 30 |
| Carpenter | 30 |
| Electrician | 70 |
| AC & Refrigeration Mechanic | 30 |
| Motor Vehicle Mechanic | 20 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 20 |
| Total | 550 |
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must have passed 10th grade from a recognized board.
- An ITI certificate in the relevant trade is mandatory.
- Age must be minimum 15 years and maximum 24 years as of 7 January 2026.
- Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/PWD candidates as per government norms.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official website: www.rcf.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Complete the registration using basic personal details to generate a registration number and password.
- Log in and fill in details such as name, father’s name, and date of birth exactly as per 10th mark sheet to avoid discrepancies during document verification.
- Upload a passport-sized photograph (20–70 KB) and signature (20–30 KB).
- Pay the ₹100 application fee online. Payment via cash, cheque, money order, IPO, or demand draft is not accepted. Female, SC/ST, and PWD candidates are exempted from the application fee.
- Save or print the application form for future reference.
This apprenticeship offers candidates a chance to learn various trades, including fitter, welder, painter, mechanist, electrician, carpenter, AC & refrigeration mechanic, and more, under the guidance of the Ministry of Railways.
Candidates are advised to apply before 7 January 2026 to secure their chance for a career with RCF.
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