RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 326 Graduate, Technician, Trade Apprentice Posts

Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF), a Government of India Navratna Public Sector Undertaking, has invited applications for engagement of 326 Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, and Trade Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for training at its Trombay (Mumbai) and Thal (Raigad district) units. Eligible candidates can apply online at www.rcfltd.com from 4 September 2026, 8:00 AM, to 20 September 2026, 5:00 PM.

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RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 Overview

Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (referred to here as RCF) is a leading profit-making Public Sector Enterprise engaged in manufacturing and marketing fertilizers and industrial chemicals, with annual revenue of approximately ₹18,690.90 crore. RCF was accorded "Navratna" status by the Government of India in August 2023 and operates two manufacturing units in Maharashtra - at Thal (Raigad district) and Trombay (Chembur, Mumbai). Under this notification, RCF is engaging a total of 326 apprentices across Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice, and Trade Apprentice categories under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 Important Dates

RCF Apprentice Vacancy 2026-27

A total of 326 apprentice posts are notified across three categories, with the qualifying degree, upper age limit, minimum marks, training duration, and unit-wise vacancy count as detailed below.

Table A: Graduate Apprentice (145 Posts)

Table B: Technician Apprentice (105 Posts)

Table C: Trade Apprentice (76 Posts)

Note: a relaxation of 5% marks in the final selection criteria may be provided to candidates belonging to the SC/ST and PwBD categories, as per applicable Government guidelines and reservation policy. The area of training and number of posts are indicative and subject to change without prior notice; the decision of the management will be final and no appeal will be entertained.

RCF Apprentice Reservation Position 2026-27

Reservation of posts for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS candidates will be as per Government directives and guidelines.

RCF Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026-27

RCF Apprentice Qualification

• The prescribed qualification must be from a recognised University/Institute, completed as a regular full-time course. Distance Learning, Part-Time, or Correspondence mode qualifications are not eligible.
• Allied branches of Diploma in Engineering are not applicable/acceptable.
• Candidates who have completed Act Apprentice training or job experience of one year or more, or who are pursuing higher studies, are not eligible.
• The candidate's passing certificate/final year mark sheet of the required qualification must be dated on or after 1 July 2023, with the minimum percentage calculated on the final year or the aggregate of the last two semesters.
• Applicants with a B.Sc in Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics will be considered only for Attendant Operator (Chemical Plant) (AOCP) and Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) (LACP) trades under the RDSDE scheme, with Chemistry as the major subject.
• Applicants with a B.Sc in Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics will be considered only for the Instrument Mechanic (Chemical Plant) (IMCP) trade under the RDSDE scheme, with Physics as the major subject.
• Candidates with Biology in their Graduation degree, with only Zoology or only Botany, may apply as Graduate Apprentices under Secretarial Assistant or Recruitment Executive (HR).
• Candidates may apply without the passing certificate, but the original passing certificate must be submitted at document verification, failing which the candidature will be cancelled.

RCF Apprentice Age Limit

Age Relaxation

RCF Apprentice Stipend 2026-27

The stipend applicable to apprentices follows the notification issued by the Board of Apprenticeship Training (Western Region), Mumbai (BOAT WR/2026/529, dated 25.09.2019) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Apprentice trainees are not entitled to any other benefits or allowances besides the consolidated stipend under the Apprentices Act and applicable guidelines.

Stipend payable by RCF is paid monthly on a fixed date. Stipend payable by BOAT is disbursed directly to ACT Apprentices, and RCF is not responsible for any delay or non-payment by BOAT. Additionally, RCF provides morning breakfast, tea, and a vegetarian lunch thali in the company canteen during training (no reimbursement if not availed), OPD-basis medical facilities at RCF Hospital for trainees themselves, and uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per company policy. No transportation facility or reimbursement is provided.

RCF Apprentice Posting & Training Timing

• Apprentices will be trained at RCF's units at Trombay, Mumbai, or Thal, Raigad District, as per the company's requirements.
• Candidates must select either Trombay or Thal in the "Posting At" drop-down while applying; this choice cannot be changed once selected. Final posting depends on the approved intake quota of the respective unit.
• The place of posting is non-transferable throughout the apprenticeship training period; no transfer requests between units will be entertained.

Late attendance or punching results in a proportionate stipend deduction. All ACT Apprentices must register on the Face Recognition-based Attendance System and record both IN and OUT punches daily; missing punches will be treated as absence for that day, subject to regularisation under applicable rules.

RCF Apprentice Selection Process 2026-27

1. A merit list is drawn based on the percentage criteria and applicable reservation, using marks in the prescribed essential educational qualification. Where CGPA/CPI or grades are awarded, the equivalent percentage (as per the University/Institute's own norms) must be indicated in the application, with a supporting certificate submitted at document verification.
2. Candidates from the merit list are called for Document Verification.
3. Candidates are appointed as Apprentice Trainees only after successful document verification and approval of their Apprenticeship Contract on the respective portal (NATS/NAPS). Trainees are expected to join upon contract approval; failure to report on the stipulated date may lead to cancellation of candidature.
4. In case of a tie in merit-list marks (even after considering decimals), the candidate with the higher qualification is ranked higher; if the qualification is the same, the candidate with more marks in the preceding educational qualification is ranked higher.

How to Apply for RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27

1. Visit the company's website: www.rcfltd.com.
2. Click on "RECRUITMENT" and then "ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES – 2026-27."
3. View the full advertisement and details, and read the instructions and terms & conditions carefully before applying.
4. Click on "I Accept" and then "Apply Online" to open the application form.
5. Choose your posting area, "Trombay" or "Thal," from the drop-down.
6. Keep a scanned passport-size colour photograph (JPG/JPEG, up to 75 KB) and signature (JPG/JPEG, up to 25 KB) ready to upload.
7. Fill out the application form completely, then click "SAVE/SUBMIT."
8. After successful submission, the application form will be generated. Click "Print" to print it - this printed form must be produced at the document verification stage, but candidates are not required to send a hard copy to RCF.

Registration on Apprenticeship Portals

• Candidates aspiring for Trade Apprenticeship (NAPS) must register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
• Candidates aspiring for Technician, Diploma-holder, or Graduate/Degree Apprenticeships must register as a student on nats.education.gov.in.

Documents Required for RCF Apprentice Application

At the Time of Document Verification

• Latest passport-size photographs
• Updated PAN card
• Updated Aadhaar card
• A self-operated primary bank account in the candidate's own name (excluding Postal Bank accounts), DBT-enabled and Aadhaar-linked, for stipend credit
• Mark sheets of all years/semesters or passing certificates in the qualifying examination
• SSC certificate / Birth certificate / School leaving certificate / passport (any one, as proof of age)

At the Time of Reporting (if selected)

• Latest passport-size photographs
• Proof of age (SSC certificate/Birth certificate/School leaving certificate)
• Leaving certificate for SSC, HSC, and Graduation, with Student ID
• Educational qualification mark sheets and certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation - all years/semesters)
• Certificate from the University/Institution on the equivalent percentage of marks in the qualifying examination (if CGPA/CPI is used)
• Medical fitness certificate from a Registered Medical Officer/Practitioner of a Government or Municipal Hospital, in the prescribed format (Annexure A)
• Caste certificate, for SC/ST candidates (Annexure B)
• OBC (NCL) certificate and caste certificate in Central Government format, for OBC (NCL) candidates
• EWS certificate, for EWS candidates
• Certificate for children/family members of the victims of the 1984 riots, where applicable

RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 Important Instructions

• Online applications are accepted only from 4 September 2026 to 20 September 2026 (both dates included).
• The email address and mobile number provided in the application must remain valid and functional at least from the date of submission.
• Selected apprentices must possess an Aadhaar-linked and seeded bank account in their own name (preferably a nationalised bank with internet banking) to receive stipend from BOAT and RCF.
• Candidates must mandatorily possess PAN and Aadhaar cards at the time of reporting; the name on the Aadhaar card must match all educational qualification documents.
• Only the medical certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure A) will be accepted.
• Candidates must apply for only ONE discipline/trade, strictly as per their eligibility; applying for more than one discipline/trade will lead to rejection of all applications submitted.
• Applicants are not required to send or submit documents at the time of applying online; documents are verified only when called for by RCF.
• Merely meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does not entitle a candidate to selection; selection follows the criteria and procedure prescribed by the company, which may raise the minimum eligibility criteria to manage the number of candidates selected.
• Furnishing wrong or false information in the application is a disqualification; RCF is not responsible for any resulting disqualification.
• Apprentices not completing the full training period, or absent without valid grounds under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, will have their contract terminated without notice, no certificate will be issued, and stipend recovery may apply.
• Any legal proceedings relating to this advertisement or an application can be instituted only in Mumbai courts/forums.
• RCF reserves the right to cancel the advertisement and/or the selection process at any stage, without assigning any reason; any changes will be reflected only on the official website www.rcfltd.com.
• Posts earmarked in the advertisement may vary by up to 10% depending on response, to maintain the apprentice engagement quota; if response is insufficient, applications may be considered on a first-come, first-served basis among eligible online applicants.
• The Company has no obligation to offer regular employment to apprentices upon or after completion of training; apprentices have no right or claim to regular employment based on this apprenticeship at any stage, and it creates no liability or obligation on RCF to provide employment during or after the training period.
• The decision of RCF Limited Management is final and binding on all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, mode of selection, and cancellation of the selection process, in part or full; no correspondence will be entertained in this regard.

RCF Apprentice Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?

It is a recruitment drive by Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF) to engage 326 Graduate, Technician, and Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for training at Trombay, Mumbai and Thal, Raigad District.

How many vacancies are available?

326 posts in total - 145 Graduate Apprentice, 105 Technician Apprentice, and 76 Trade Apprentice posts, split as 177 at Trombay and 149 at Thal.

What is the last date to apply for RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?

20 September 2026, till 5:00 PM. Online applications open from 4 September 2026, 8:00 AM.

What is the qualification required for RCF Apprentice Recruitment?

It varies by trade - B.Com/BBA/Graduate degrees for Graduate Apprentice posts, relevant engineering diplomas for Technician Apprentice posts, and B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) or 12th pass with Science for Trade Apprentice posts. See the Eligibility section for full details.

What is the age limit for RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?

Candidates must not be less than 18 years and not exceed 25 years of age as on 1 September 2026, with age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 5 years for children/family members of 1984 riot victims.

What is the stipend for RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?

Stipend ranges from ₹14,600 to ₹17,300 per month depending on the trade, combining amounts paid by RCF and by BOAT (Board of Apprenticeship Training) where applicable. See the Stipend section for the trade-wise breakdown.

How can I apply for RCF Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?

Apply online at www.rcfltd.com under "Recruitment" > "Engagement of Apprentices – 2026-27," choose your posting location (Trombay or Thal), fill the form, and submit before 20 September 2026, 5:00 PM.

What is the selection process for RCF Apprentice Recruitment?

Selection is based on a merit list drawn from percentage marks in the qualifying examination and applicable reservation, followed by document verification and approval of the apprenticeship contract on the NATS/NAPS portal. There is no written exam or interview mentioned in the notification.

Can I apply for more than one trade?

No. Candidates must apply for only one discipline/trade; applying for more than one will lead to rejection of all applications submitted.

Will RCF offer a permanent job after the apprenticeship?

No. The company has no obligation to offer regular employment to apprentices during or after the training period, and apprentices have no right or claim to regular employment based on this apprenticeship.