The online application window for the much-anticipated Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 is closing today. Under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, the factory is seeking to fill 550 apprentice positions across various designated trades, offering a significant opportunity for eligible candidates with technical qualifications.
Application Deadline and Key Details
Prospective candidates must submit their applications through the official website, rcf.indianrailways.gov.in, before the final deadline of January 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM. The recruitment drive officially opened for online applications on December 9, 2025. While the application submission ends today, the window for fee payment remains open until January 9, 2026, until 11:45 PM.
Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process
The recruitment is specifically for the post of Apprentice. To be eligible, candidates must have passed Class 10 and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. The age limit for applicants is between 15 and 26 years as of January 7, 2026, with age relaxation applicable for candidates from SC, ST, PWD, and other reserved categories as per government norms.
The selection process is merit-based. Candidates will be shortlisted primarily on the basis of their Class 10th and ITI marks. Those who make the shortlist will be called for document verification, followed by a compulsory medical examination to ensure fitness for the role.
Application Fee and Important Instructions
An application fee of Rs. 100 is applicable for candidates belonging to General, OBC, and EWS categories. However, candidates from SC, ST, PWD categories, and all female candidates are exempt from paying any fee. All payments must be made through the online mode only.
Applicants are urged to fill the form carefully, ensuring all entries are correct and supported by valid documents. The recruitment notice clearly states that any form found with incomplete or misleading information is liable to be rejected during the scrutiny or verification stage. The medical fitness standards will be uniform for all selected candidates as prescribed by the RCF authorities.
While the last date to apply is today, the examination date for this recruitment drive has not been announced yet. Candidates are advised to keep a close watch on the official portal for further updates regarding the exam schedule and other important notifications.
