💼 1. Organization – Rail Coach Factory Kapurthala
Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala – A premier Production Unit of Indian Railways under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India.
RCF Kapurthala invites online applications for engagement of 734 Act Apprentices for training under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 at Technical Training Centre, Rail Coach Factory (Kapurthala).
📊 Total Vacancies: 734
📅 Notification No.: A-1/2026
📅 Date: 07 August 2026
📊 2. Trade-wise Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Trade | UR | SC | ST | OBC | Total | PWD | Ex-SM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter | 90 | 27 | 14 | 49 | 180 | 07 | 05 |
| 2 | Welder (G&E) | 111 | 33 | 17 | 59 | 220 | 09 | 07 |
| 3 | Machinist | 30 | 09 | 05 | 16 | 60 | 02 | 02 |
| 4 | Painter (G) | 20 | 06 | 03 | 11 | 40 | 02 | 01 |
| 5 | Carpenter | 20 | 06 | 03 | 11 | 40 | 02 | 01 |
| 6 | Electrician | 55 | 17 | 08 | 30 | 110 | 04 | 03 |
| 7 | AC & Ref. Mechanic | 22 | 07 | 03 | 12 | 44 | 02 | 01 |
| 8 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 10 | 03 | 02 | 05 | 20 | – | 01 |
| 9 | Electronic Mechanic | 10 | 03 | 02 | 05 | 20 | 01 | 01 |
| Grand Total | 368 | 111 | 57 | 198 | 734 | 30 | 22 | |
• PWD (Persons with Disability): 4% of total seats (30 seats)
• Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM): 3% of total seats (22 seats)
📅 3. Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Date | 07.08.2026 | ✅ Released |
| Online Application Start | 07.08.2026 | ✅ Active |
| Online Application Last Date | 05.09.2026 (24:00 Hrs) | ⚠ Hurry Up! |
| Fee Payment | After 2 working days of form submission | 📅 Upcoming |
| Document Verification | To be notified | ⏲ Awaiting |
| Training Start | To be notified | ⏲ Awaiting |
✅ 4. Eligibility Criteria
📅 Age Limit (as on 05.09.2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 15 Years | 24 Years | – |
| SC / ST | 15 Years | 29 Years | +5 Years |
| OBC | 15 Years | 27 Years | +3 Years |
| PWD (Persons with Disability) | 15 Years | 34 Years | +10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 15 Years | As per rules | Additional +10 Years + service period |
📚 Educational Qualification
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| SSC / Matriculation (10th) | Passed with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from recognized Board (under 10+2 system) |
| ITI Certificate | National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the notified trade issued by NCVT |
If CGPA is 7.4 → 7.4 × 9.5 = 70.3%
Then fill: Maximum marks = 1000, Marks obtained = 700
Average of (Matriculation % + ITI %) = Final Merit Score
Example: Matriculation 70% + ITI 80% = 150/2 = 75%
✅ 5. Mode of Selection
Selection will be based on MERIT only. No Written Exam / Interview.
✅ Merit List Preparation:
Average of Matriculation (10th) marks (minimum 50%) and ITI marks (all subjects)
✅ Formula: (Matriculation % + ITI %) / 2 = Final Merit Score
✅ Tie-breaking Rule:
If same marks → Older age candidate preferred
If same DOB → Earlier matriculation pass candidate preferred
✅ Document Verification:
Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification
✅ Medical Examination:
Selected candidates must submit Medical Certificate from Govt. Authorized Doctor (Gaz.) not below Asst. Surgeon rank
💰 6. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / Other Candidates | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PWD / Women Candidates | NIL (Exempted) |
- Fee is non-refundable
- Payment after 2 days (working days) of form submission
- No Cash/Cheque/Money Order/IPO/Demand Draft accepted
- Transaction charges borne by candidate
👥 7. Reservation Details
📌 Horizontal Reservation
| Category | Percentage | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Persons with Disability (PWD) | 4% | 30 |
| Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM) | 3% | 22 |
• Disability must be 40% or more
• Certificate from Medical Board (Central/State Govt.) required
• Other disability categories not eligible for PWD benefits
• Discharge certificate required
• Children of Ex-Servicemen must produce parent's discharge/serving certificate
• Minimum 06 months service required
📄 8. Documents Required
• Not older than 3 months from application date
• Clear front view, without cap or sunglasses
• JPG/JPEG format, 100 DPI, 20-70 KB
📝 9. How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
1 Visit Official Website: www.rcf.indianrailways.gov.in
2 Find Recruitment Section: Click on "Act Apprentice 2026" notification
3 Read Notification: Carefully read all instructions and check eligibility
4 Fill Application: Enter personal, educational, trade, and category details carefully
5 Upload Documents: Upload photo (20-70 KB), signature (20-30 KB) in JPG/JPEG format
6 Submit Application: Get Registration Number (save for future reference)
7 Pay Fee: After 2 working days, pay ₹100 online (if applicable)
8 Save Confirmation: Download and save application form printout
- Only ONE application per candidate
- Multiple applications with different details = REJECTION
- No physical copy required to be sent to RCF
📚 10. Training Period & Stipend
Training Period: As per Apprenticeship Act, 1961 and Railway Board directives
Stipend: As per extant rules & directives issued by Railway Board from time to time
Selected candidates will have to make their own arrangement during training. No hostel facility will be provided.
🔗 11. Important Links – Quick Access
📞 12. Contact / Helpline
Kapurthala, Punjab
📌 13. Important Instructions
• Active Mobile & Email: Keep mobile number and email ID active throughout the process.
• Name Match: Name, father's name, DOB should exactly match Matriculation certificate.
• Multiple Applications: Only ONE application per candidate. Multiple applications = REJECTION.
• No Physical Copy: Do not send physical application to RCF. Online application only.
• Document Verification: Original documents required at the time of verification.
• Medical Fitness: Must be medically fit as per Railway standards.
• Canvassing: Any form of canvassing will disqualify the candidature.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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All information is sourced from RCF Kapurthala Notice No. A-1/2026 dated 07.08.2026.
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Visit: https://www.rcf.indianrailways.gov.in
Updated: August 2026 | Rojgar Mitra Online