RCF Kapurthala Apprentice 2025-26
Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Kapurthala, has released notification for the recruitment of 550 Apprentices posts. Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala is one of India’s premier railway coach manufacturing units, owned and operated by Indian Railways. It plays a central role in designing, developing, and producing passenger rolling stock for the nation’s vast rail network. Starting date of application is from 9th December 2025 and last date to apply is 7th January 2026. Interested candidates can go through the official website and notification for detailed information.
| Organisation | Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Kapurthala |
| Post Name | Apprentices |
| Total Vacancy | 550 |
| Starting Date of Application | 9 December 2025 |
| Ending Date of Application | 7 January 2026 |
| Age Limit | 15–24 Years |
| Educational Qualification | Minimum 10th class pass or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized board. |
| Technical Qualification | National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT. |
| Post | Vacancy |
| Fitter | 150 |
| Welder (G&E) | 180 |
| Machinist | 20 |
| Painter (G) | 30 |
| Carpenter | 30 |
| Electrician | 70 |
| AC & Refrigeration Mechanic | 30 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 20 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 20 |
| Total | 550 |
| Merit-Based Selection | Selection will be based on a merit list prepared from the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI marks in the relevant trade. The panel will be prepared on the basis of the simple average of Matriculation and ITI marks. |
| Marks Calculation | For Matriculation, marks obtained in all subjects will be considered. For ITI, marks mentioned in the provisional/final certificate will be reckoned. |
| Tie-Breaking Criteria | In case of equal marks, the candidate of older age will be preferred. If dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed the Matriculation examination earlier will be given preference. |
| Final Merit List | A final merit list will be prepared trade-wise and community-wise, equal to the number of slots, in descending order of percentage of marks. |
| Document Verification & Medical Examination | Candidates finally enlisted will be subject to verification of original testimonials and must be found medically fit. The medical certificate should be signed by a Government-authorised doctor not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon of a Central/State Hospital. |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26? | Starting Date to apply is 9-12-2025. |
| What is the last apply date? | Last apply date is 7-1-2026. |
| What is the Eligibility? | Minimum 10th class pass or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized board |
| What is the Maximum Age Limit? | Maximum age : 24 years |
| How many vacancies are being recruited? | Total 550 Vacancies |