RRC NR (Delhi) Updates 2026

RRC NR (Delhi) Recruitment 2026: Complete Guide

Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway (widely searched as RRC Delhi) is the nodal agency responsible for the engagement of Act Apprentices and the final selection stages of Group D (Level-1) staff. Headquartered at Lajpat Nagar (New Delhi), RRC NR manages the recruitment for the massive Northern Railway zone, covering Delhi, Ambala, Lucknow, Firozpur, and Moradabad divisions.

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RRC NR (Delhi) Recruitment: The Complete Guide

RRC NR is the recruitment engine for the largest railway zone in India. It serves the National Capital Region and the vital grain corridors of Punjab and Haryana. With its headquarters in Lajpat Nagar, it is the primary authority for training thousands of apprentices in prestigious workshops like Jagadhri and Charbagh, and for conducting Physical Efficiency Tests (PET) for Group D aspirants.

RRC NR (Delhi) Jurisdiction & “Cluster-Wise” Recruitment

RRC NR organizes its recruitment (especially for Apprentices) across five major Clusters. Candidates should know these units to apply for their preferred location:

• Lucknow Cluster (NR):
  • Units: Lucknow Division (NR), Charbagh Workshop (Locomotive), and Alambagh Workshop (C&W).
  • Target Audience: Candidates from UP seeking training in these historic workshops.
• Ambala Cluster:
  • Units: Ambala Cantt Workshop and Jagadhri Workshop (JUDW) – A premier carriage and wagon workshop.
  • Target Audience: Aspirants from Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh.
• Delhi Cluster:
  • Units: Delhi Division, Bridge Workshop, and various C&W depots in the capital.
  • Target Audience: Candidates from New Delhi, NCR, and Western UP.
• Firozpur Cluster:
  • Units: Firozpur Division and Workshops in Punjab/J&K.
  • Target Audience: Candidates from Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir.
• Moradabad Cluster:
  • Units: Moradabad Division (General).
  • Target Audience: Aspirants from Western Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

Major Recruitment Categories

RRC NR conducts specific recruitment drives that are distinct from standard RRB exams. Please refer to the ‘Latest Updates’ table above for active Notification Numbers and direct links.

• Act Apprentice (Massive Volume):
  • The “3000+ Club”: RRC NR is known for releasing the largest apprentice notifications in the country (often 3093+ seats).
  • Why Apply? Completing training here grants a 20% Quota in Level-1 (Group D) jobs and PET exemption.
  • Selection: Purely on Merit (10th % + ITI %). No written exam.
• Level-1 (Group D) – The RRC Role:
  • RRC Delhi’s Role: While the CBT is centralized, RRC NR conducts the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) at major venues like the Northern Railway Stadium (Lucknow) or Karnail Singh Stadium (Delhi). It also handles the Document Verification (DV).
• Sports Quota:
  • Recruitment for athletes in disciplines like Wrestling, Boxing, and Cricket. Northern Railway is a powerhouse in Indian sports, and trials at Karnail Singh Stadium are highly competitive.
• Scouts & Guides / Cultural Quota:
  • Dedicated recruitment for active members of the Bharat Scouts & Guides and artists (Music/Dance).

Contact Details & Address (Official)

For queries regarding Apprentice Merit Lists, PET dates, or Medical Boards, use the official contact channels listed below.

• Office Address: Office Address: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Northern Railway, Lajpat Nagar-I, New Delhi – 110024
• Helpline & Contact:
  • Phone: 011-29825106 (Landline)
  • Mobile Help Desk: 9560268721, 9560268722, 9821418241, 9821827724
  • Contact Person: APO RRC
• Official Website:
  • www.rrcnr.org

Selection Process for Apprentices

The RRC NR Apprentice selection follows a standard merit-based protocol:

• Merit Calculation: Average of marks obtained in Matriculation (10th) + ITI trade.
• Cluster Allocation: Candidates are allotted units (Lucknow, Ambala, Delhi, etc.) based on merit preference.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must report to the specific cluster venue mentioned in the e-call letter.

Stay Alert for RRC NR Updates

RRC NR (Delhi) recruitment sees the highest number of applicants in India. Apprentice Merit Lists are often released cluster-wise. We strongly recommend checking this dashboard twice weekly. Bookmark this page for the fastest RRC NR (Delhi) alerts.