Blacksmith – Central Railway
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 38
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Internship
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹9,600 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: 10th Standard with minimum 50% aggregate marks and ITI in Blacksmith or Foundryman trade.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for details.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Minimum 15 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Blacksmith apprentice post under Central Railway 2026 training scheme delivers skills in metal forging, heat treatment, and structural metal fabrication. Trainees work alongside experienced technicians in railway workshops, acquiring valuable expertise for heavy industrial trades. Candidates holding eligible ITI certification are encouraged to complete the online registration form on the portal.
- Imparts specialized practical training in metal forging, shaping, and structural ironwork within railway workshops.
- Requires 10th class pass with 50% aggregate marks plus National Trade Certificate in Blacksmith or Foundryman trade.
- Engagement is strictly for a 1-year apprenticeship duration as per the Apprentices Act 1961 provisions.
- Merit list preparation gives equal consideration to matriculation percentage and ITI trade marks.
- Candidates should ensure scanned certificates meet specified file size rules prior to submitting online.
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Additional Salary Information
Monthly stipend of ₹9,600 per month as per RBE No.116/2025.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Preparation of Trade-wise and Cluster-wise Merit List based on aggregate marks of Matriculation (min 50%) and ITI marks.
Document Verification in opted Divisions/Units.
Medical Fitness Examination as per prescribed standards.
Application Fees
Application Fee: Rs. 100/- (Non-refundable) SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: Nil
Reservation
SC/ST candidates receive up to 05 years of upper age relaxation.
OBC candidates receive up to 03 years of upper age relaxation.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive up to 10 years of upper age relaxation.
Ex-servicemen receive relaxation to the extent of service rendered plus 3 years up to an additional 10 years.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of RRC Central Railway at www.rrccr.com.
- Click on the link for Engagement of Act Apprentices under The Apprentices Act 1961.
- Register by entering personal details, mobile number, valid email ID, and Aadhaar number.
- Select your preferred Cluster and Units within that cluster.
- Fill in matriculation and ITI trade marks carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, 10th marksheet, ITI certificate, and caste/disability certificates as required.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 100 online if applicable.
- Submit the online application form and print the confirmation copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Blacksmith trade apprentices receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600 throughout the 1-year engagement.
Applicants must have passed 10th standard with at least 50% aggregate marks and possess an ITI in Blacksmith or Foundryman trade.
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as on 03/11/2026, with age relaxations provided for reserved categories.
