Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Kapurthala has released the official notification for Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025. This is a great opportunity for Indian students who have completed their 10th and hold an ITI certificate in relevant trades. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online application forms before 7th January 2026.
All details such as eligibility, age limit, vacancy distribution, selection process, application fee and important dates are given below for your reference.
RCF Kapurthala Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 550 Posts |
| Job Location | RCF Kapurthala, Punjab – 144602 |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Last Date to Apply | 7th January 2026 |
| Official Website | rcf.indianrailways.gov.in |
Trade-Wise Vacancy Details
The total 550 apprentice seats are distributed among the following trades:
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Fitter – 150 Posts
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Welder (G&E) – 180 Posts
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Machinist – 20 Posts
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Painter (G) – 30 Posts
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Carpenter – 30 Posts
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Electrician – 70 Posts
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AC & Refrigeration Mechanic – 30 Posts
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Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) – 20 Posts
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Electronic Mechanic – 20 Posts
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for RCF Kapurthala Apprentice positions must have:
✔ Passed 10th Class (10+2 system) with minimum 50% marks
✔ ITI Certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT
CGPA to Percentage Conversion Rule
If your 10th marks are in CGPA:
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Example: If CGPA = 7.4
Percentage = 7.4 × 9.5 = 70.3%
For application form:
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Maximum Marks: 1000
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Marks Obtained: 700 (for 70%)
Final Merit Calculation Example
If a candidate scores:
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70% in 10th, and
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80% in ITI,
Final Percentage = (70 + 80) / 2 = 75%
Age Limit
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Maximum Age: 24 years
Age relaxation may be applicable as per government rules (refer official notification).
Stipend / Pay Scale
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as per the rules:
₹30,000 – 3% – ₹1,20,000 per month
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on:
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Merit list (10th + ITI marks)
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Document verification
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Medical exam
(Please refer to the official notification for full details.)
Application Fee
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₹100 (Non-refundable)
Payment must be made online.
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit your application:
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Visit the official website: https://rcf.indianrailways.gov.in
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Go to the Recruitment / Apprenticeship section
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Read the detailed notification carefully
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Click on the Apply Online link
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Fill all required details and upload documents
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Pay the application fee
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Submit the form and take a printout for reference
Published on: 10th December 2025
For more details, please refer to official notification at Download Official Notification
For more details and to download the official notification, visit the RCF Kapurthala website.