Railway RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 5,349 Posts Notification & Online Form
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway has officially announced the RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026, offering 5,349 Act Apprentice positions across various trades for the training year 2025-26. This recruitment, notified under No. RRC/WR/04/2025 Apprentice dated
Eligible candidates, typically those who have passed 10th standard (with minimum qualifying marks) and hold relevant ITI certification in notified trades, can apply online exclusively through the official portal at apply The process emphasizes merit-based selection derived from qualifying examination scores, without requiring a written entrance test.
1. Recruitment Overview & Notification
| Description | Details |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway (WR) |
| Notification No. | RRC/WR/04/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 5,349 Posts |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice |
| Official Website |
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | February 18, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | February 21, 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | March 23, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 23, 2026 |
| Merit List Announcement | To be notified soon |
3. Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil (Free) |
| All Female Candidates | Nil (Free) |
4. Eligibility Criteria (As of March 23, 2026)
| Criteria | Requirements |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 Years |
| Education | Class 10th (Matriculation) with minimum 50% marks. |
| Technical Qualification | ITI Certificate in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT approved). |
Age Relaxation: SC/ST gets 5 years, OBC gets 3 years, and PwD candidates get 10 years of relaxation.
5. Selection Process & Syllabus
| Phase | Description |
| Mode of Selection | Merit-Based (No Written Exam) |
| Selection Criteria | Average of marks obtained in Matriculation (10th) and ITI. |
| Syllabus | Since there is no exam, there is no specific syllabus. Selection is purely academic. |
| Next Step | Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination. |
6. Vacancy Distribution (Major Trades)
| Trade Name | Approximate Vacancies |
| Fitter | 1,614 |
| Electrician | 1,217 |
| Welder (Gas & Elec) | 532 |
| COPA / PASAA | 280 |
| Other Trades | (Painter, Carpenter, Diesel Mechanic, etc.) |
Detailed Job Description
| Feature | Description |
| Nature of Post | This is not a permanent job. It is a 1-year training program designed to provide technical skills to ITI certificate holders within the Indian Railways. |
| Training Location | Selected candidates will be posted across various Divisions and Workshops of Western Railway (e.g., Mumbai, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Ratlam, Rajkot, Bhavnagar). |
| Stipend (Salary) | During the training, candidates receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprenticeship Rules (usually between ₹7,000 to ₹10,000 depending on the trade). |
| Future Benefits | 1. 20% Reservation: Candidates who complete this course get a 20% quota in Level-1 (Group D) permanent railway recruitments. 2. Physical Test Waiver: Often, Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA) are exempted from the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). |
| Work Profile | You will work under senior technicians to learn practical skills in your specific trade (e.g., repairing electrical circuits, welding, engine maintenance, or computer operations). |
Requirements (Step-by-Step)
Registration: You must first register on the Apprenticeship India (NAPPS) portal.
Documents Needed: * Scanned Photograph & Signature.
10th Class Marksheet & Passing Certificate.
ITI Marksheet (All semesters) and National Trade Certificate (NTC).
Caste Certificate (if applicable) in Central Government format.
Aadhar Card.
Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must provide a Medical Fitness Certificate signed by a Government Authorized Doctor (Gazetted Assistant Surgeon).
RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
| S.No | Question (English) | Answer (Hindi / English) |
| 1 | What is the total number of vacancies? | कुल 5,349 पद हैं। / There are a total of 5,349 posts. |
| 2 | What is the starting date to apply? | आवेदन 21 फरवरी 2026 से शुरू होंगे। / Starts on Feb 21, 2026. |
| 3 | What is the last date for application? | अंतिम तिथि 23 मार्च 2026 है। / The last date is March 23, 2026. |
| 4 | What is the age limit? | उम्र 15 से 24 वर्ष के बीच होनी चाहिए। / Age must be 15 to 24 years. |
| 5 | Is there any age relaxation? | हाँ, SC/ST को 5 साल और OBC को 3 साल। / Yes, 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC. |
| 6 | What is the qualification for 10th? | 10वीं में कम से कम 50% अंक अनिवार्य हैं। / Min 50% marks in 10th class. |
| 7 | Is ITI mandatory? | हाँ, संबंधित ट्रेड में ITI होना जरूरी है। / Yes, ITI in relevant trade is mandatory. |
| 8 | What is the application fee for General? | सामान्य वर्ग के लिए ₹100 फीस है। / The fee is ₹100 for General/OBC. |
| 9 | Is there a fee for women or SC/ST? | नहीं, उनके लिए कोई फीस नहीं है। / No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women. |
| 10 | How will candidates be selected? | चयन मेरिट लिस्ट के आधार पर होगा। / Selection via Merit List (10th + ITI avg). |
| 11 | Will there be any written exam? | नहीं, कोई लिखित परीक्षा नहीं होगी। / No, there is no written examination. |
| 12 | Can I apply if I'm awaiting ITI results? | नहीं, रिजल्ट आना जरूरी है। / No, you must possess the final certificate. |
| 13 | What is the benefit of this training? | रेलवे ग्रुप डी भर्ती में 20% कोटा। / 20% quota in future Level-1 Railway jobs. |
| 14 | What documents are needed to upload? | फोटो, सिग्नेचर, 10th और ITI मार्कशीट। / Photo, sign, 10th & ITI marksheets. |
| 15 | Is Aadhaar card mandatory? | हाँ, आवेदन के लिए आधार जरूरी है। / Yes, an Aadhaar card is required. |
| 16 | Can I apply for more than one unit? | नहीं, केवल एक यूनिट चुन सकते हैं। / No, you can apply for only one unit. |
| 17 | Is this a permanent job? | नहीं, यह केवल 1 साल की ट्रेनिंग है। / No, it is 1-year apprenticeship training. |
| 18 | Will I get a stipend? | हाँ, नियमानुसार वजीफा दिया जाएगा। / Yes, a stipend will be paid as per rules. |
| 19 | Where can I apply? | आधिकारिक वेबसाइट |
| 20 | Is NCVT or SCVT required? | दोनों मान्य हैं। / Both NCVT and SCVT are acceptable. |
Note: फॉर्म भरते समय अपनी ईमेल आईडी और मोबाइल नंबर सही भरें क्योंकि सारा कम्युनिकेशन उसी के जरिए होगा।
