RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 734 Trade Apprentice Posts, Apply Online

Post Date: 10 August 2026

Introduction

Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala, a coach-manufacturing production unit under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released a fresh notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices for 2026. Through this RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 drive, the factory will train 734 candidates across nine technical trades under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.

This RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification, issued as Notice No. A-1/2026 dated 07.08.2026, is meant for 10th-pass candidates who also hold a National Trade Certificate (ITI/NCVT) in the relevant trade. Training will take place at the Technical Training Centre of RCF Kapurthala, located in Punjab. Candidates from Assam and other parts of the Northeast who meet the eligibility conditions and are willing to relocate for the training period may also apply.

Anyone applying under RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 should read the official notification carefully before filling the online form, since eligibility, document, and selection requirements vary slightly by trade and category.

RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Quick Details

RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Trade-wise Vacancy Details

The RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notice covers nine trades. The category-wise breakup released in the official notification is given below.

Note: The PWD and Ex-Servicemen columns indicate reserved slots within the total, not additional seats over and above the total of 734.

Eligibility Criteria for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying under RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must have:

• Passed the 10th class examination (or its equivalent under the 10+2 system) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board.
• A National Trade Certificate issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) in the trade for which they are applying.

Where a candidate’s marks are recorded as CGPA, the percentage is calculated by multiplying the CGPA by 9.5, and the same conversion method applies to both matriculation and ITI marks while preparing the merit list.

Age Limit

• Candidates should have completed 15 years of age and should not have completed 24 years of age as on 05.09.2026.
• Age relaxation of 5 years is allowed for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
• Persons with Disabilities (PWD) get an age relaxation of 10 years.
• Ex-servicemen are eligible for relaxation up to an additional 10 years, equal to the length of service rendered in the Defence Forces plus 3 years, provided they have completed a minimum of 6 months of continuous service. This relaxation does not apply to ex-servicemen who have already joined government service on the civil side after availing servicemen status once.

Application Fee for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Fee payment for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has to be made only through the online payment gateway (debit card, credit card, net banking, or SBI Challan). Candidates whose forms are successfully filled will be able to pay the fee within 2 working days through the payment link provided in the application. No cash, cheque, money order, or demand draft is accepted, and the fee, once paid, is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other examination.

Selection Process

Selection under RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be made purely on the basis of a merit list, without any written examination or interview:

1. A merit list is prepared using the simple average of the percentage of marks obtained in matriculation and the percentage of marks obtained in the ITI/NCVT certificate for the relevant trade.
2. If two candidates have equal marks, the older candidate is given preference; if the date of birth is also the same, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier is preferred.
3. The final merit list is prepared trade-wise and community-wise, in descending order of the combined percentage, up to 1.5 times the number of available slots.
4. Shortlisted candidates are called for Document Verification, followed by a medical fitness examination conducted by a Government-authorised doctor not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon of a Central or State Hospital.

Reservation benefits for SC/ST/OBC categories require the candidate to produce the relevant caste and, where applicable, non-creamy layer certificates at the time of Document Verification. Ex-servicemen and children of Ex-servicemen/Armed Forces personnel must produce the discharge certificate or a serving certificate of the parent, as applicable.

Important Dates

The official notification does not mention a separate application start date; candidates should confirm the exact opening date of the online form on the official RCF website before applying.

How to Apply for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official RCF website at rcf.indianrailways.gov.in and locate the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification link, or go directly to the application portal.
2. Register on the portal using an active mobile number and a valid email ID, since all future communication will be sent through SMS and email.
3. Fill in personal, educational, and ITI qualification details carefully. Make sure the name, father’s name, and date of birth match exactly with the matriculation certificate, as any mismatch found during Document Verification can lead to cancellation of candidature.
4. Select the trade for which you meet the educational and ITI eligibility.
5. Upload the scanned photograph and signature as per the specified size and format.
6. Review the filled application in the preview section before final submission.
7. Pay the applicable application fee online through the payment gateway, within 2 working days of completing the form.
8. Submit the application and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates are advised not to submit more than one application with different personal details, photographs, or contact information, since RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 rules state that all such multiple applications will be summarily rejected.

Documents Required

• Matriculation (10th) certificate and mark sheet
• National Trade Certificate (ITI/NCVT) in the relevant trade
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST candidates) and Non-Creamy Layer certificate (for OBC candidates), issued by the appropriate authority
• Disability certificate from a competent Medical Board (for PWD candidates, disability not less than 40%)
• Discharge certificate or Armed Forces serving certificate (for Ex-servicemen or their children, as applicable)
• Scanned passport-size colour photograph (3.5cm x 3.5cm, not older than 3 months, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20–70 kb), without cap or sunglasses
• Scanned signature (3.5cm x 3.5cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20–30 kb)
• Medical fitness certificate signed by a Government-authorised doctor not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon of a Central/State Hospital, to be produced at the time of Document Verification

Important Instructions

• Imparting training under RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 does not create any right to employment with Railways after completion of training, as per the Apprenticeship Rules, 1991.
• No hostel accommodation is provided; selected candidates must make their own stay arrangements during training.
• No daily allowance, conveyance allowance, or travelling allowance is paid for attending Document Verification.
• Candidates found to have submitted wrong or fake certificates can be discharged at any stage, even after selection.
• The decision of the Railway administration in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance, or rejection of an application is final.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available under RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026? A total of 734 Act Apprentice posts are available across nine trades under RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026? The last date to apply online is 05 September 2026, up to 24:00 hours.

Q3. What is the minimum educational qualification for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Candidates must have passed the 10th class with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks and must hold a National Trade Certificate (ITI/NCVT) in the relevant trade.

Q4. What is the age limit for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Candidates should be between 15 and 24 years of age as on 05.09.2026, with age relaxation applicable for SC/ST, OBC, PWD, and Ex-servicemen candidates as per rules.

Q5. What is the application fee for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026? The fee is ₹100/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PWD, and women candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

Q6. Is there a written exam for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026? No. Selection is based purely on a merit list prepared from matriculation and ITI marks, followed by Document Verification and a medical fitness examination.

Q7. Will selected candidates get a Railway job after completing the apprenticeship? No. As per the Apprenticeship Rules, 1991, completing training under RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026 does not entitle a candidate to any job offer or absorption in Railways.

Important Links

• Apply Online: https://pardarsy.railnet.gov.in/apprentice-2026/login
• Download Official Notification: https://rcf.indianrailways.gov.in/uploads/files/act-app/not-act-app-2026.pdf
• Official Website: https://indianrailways.gov.in/

Disclaimer

The recruitment details in this article are based on the official notification (Notice No. A-1/2026 dated 07.08.2026) released by Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala, on its official website, rcf.indianrailways.gov.in. Candidates are advised to verify the latest updates, corrigenda, and the exact application opening date directly on the official website before applying, as details are subject to change by the Railway administration.

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Prakash Powrel is the Founder & Editor of Assam Job Update. He is dedicated to helping students and job seekers across Assam and Northeast India by publishing Government Jobs, Private Jobs, Admissions, Results, Scholarships, and Career updates based on official notifications and trusted sources.