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Short Information :- Railway Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala has released the notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for eligible candidates. Interested candidates who fulfill the required educational qualification, age limit and other eligibility criteria can apply online through the official RCF recruitment portal. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the application form. For the latest updates regarding Railway Coach Factory Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2026, application dates, vacancy details, eligibility, selection process and other Sarkari Result updates, visit www.sarkariresult25.com.
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RCF Kapurthala Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026Â General & Vacancy FAQs
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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in RCF Kapurthala Apprentice 2026?
Ans: A total of 734 vacancies have been announced across 9 technical trades.
Q2. Which trades are available under this recruitment?
Ans: The trade-wise vacancy breakdown is as follows:
- Fitter: 180
- Welder (G&E): 220
- Electrician: 110
- Machinist: 60
- Painter (G): 40
- Carpenter: 40
- AC & Ref. Mechanic: 44
- Mechanic (Motor Vehicle): 20
- Electronic Mechanic: 20
Eligibility & Age Limit FAQs
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Ans: Candidates must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) or equivalent under the 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Additionally, candidates must possess an NCVT National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade.
Q4. Is SCVT trade certificate valid for this recruitment?
Ans: No, only NCVT National Trade Certificates issued in the notified trades are eligible.
Q5. What is the age limit for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice 2026?
Ans:
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years (as of the cut-off date, September 2026)
Q6. Is there any upper age relaxation available?
Ans: Yes, age relaxation is provided as per government rules:
- SC / ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwD: 10 years
Important Dates & Fee FAQs
Q7. What are the key dates for online application?
Ans:
- Notification Release Date: 07 August 2026
- Online Apply Start Date: 07 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 05 September 2026 (up to 24:00 Hrs)
Q8. What is the application fee?
Ans:
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates: Exempted (₹0)
Selection Process & Training FAQs
Q9. Is there any written exam or interview for selection?
Ans: No. Selection is purely merit-based. The merit list is prepared by taking the simple average of percentage marks obtained in Class 10th and ITI.
Q10. How is tie-breaking calculated if two candidates get equal marks?
Ans: If scores match, preference is given to the candidate older in age. If the birth dates are also identical, the candidate who passed the Class 10th exam earlier is preferred.
Q11. Will RCF Kapurthala provide hostel accommodation during training?
Ans: No. Selected candidates must arrange their own accommodation during the training period.
Q12. Does completing this apprenticeship guarantee a permanent Railway job?
Ans: No. Apprentice training under the Act does not guarantee regular employment or absorption in Indian Railways. However, railway apprentice certificate holders get preferred weightage/reservation in Railway Level-1 (Group D) recruitments as per rules.