The Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway, Mumbai. As per Notification No. RRC/WR/04/2025 Apprentice dated 18/02/2026, online applications are invited for 5,349 Act Apprentice slots under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the year 2025–26 2683.
Eligible candidates who have passed 10th (Matriculation) with minimum 50% marks and ITI in relevant trade (NCVT affiliated) can apply online through the official website https://www.rrc-wr.com. The selection will be purely merit-based, and no written examination will be conducted
This is a golden opportunity for ITI pass candidates seeking apprenticeship training in Indian Railways.
🔄 Updated on: 21.02.2026 – Online Application Link Activated.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 18/02/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21/02/2026 (11:00 AM) (Activated) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23/03/2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Merit List | To be notified |
📊 Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply OnlineVacancy Details
Total Slots: 5,349 Apprentices 2683
Trade-wise vacancies are notified across divisions including BCT, BRC, ADI, RTM, RJT, BVP and Workshops.
Major Trades Include:
- Fitter
- Welder
- Turner
- Machinist
- Electrician
- Electronics Mechanic
- Wireman
- Mechanic Diesel
- Carpenter
- Painter
- Plumber
- Draftsman (Civil)
- Stenographer
- PASSA
- Refrigeration & AC Mechanic
- Machinist (Grinder)
(Complete division-wise & category-wise breakup available in Annexure A of notification)
🎓Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed Matriculation (10th class) under 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Must possess ITI certificate in relevant trade affiliated to NCVT
- Qualification must be completed on or before 18/02/2026
- Engineering Graduates/Diploma holders are not eligible
Age Limit (As on 23/03/2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules mentioned in notification
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | No Fee |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking)
🧪 Selection Process
Selection will be based purely on Merit List
- Merit prepared on average of marks obtained in:
- Matriculation (10th)
- ITI (Equal weightage)
- No Written Exam
- No Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Certificate required
Tie-breaking criteria:
- Older candidate preferred
- If DOB same, earlier matriculation pass candidate preferred
💼 Training Period & Stipend
- Training Duration: 1 Year
- Stipend: As per Railway Board rules & Apprenticeship norms
Note: Apprenticeship does not guarantee railway employment after completion.
📝 How to Apply for Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit official website: https://www.rrc-wr.com
- Click on “Apprentice Notification RRC/WR/04/2025”
- Complete online registration
- Fill personal & academic details carefully
- Upload required documents:
- 10th Marksheet
- ITI Certificate
- Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photograph (20–70 KB)
- Signature (20–30 KB)
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and download application printout
⚠️ Ensure details exactly match Matriculation certificate. Any discrepancy will lead to rejection.
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🔗Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Important Links
⚠️ Important Instructions
- LAST DATE TO APPLY: 23/03/2026 (5:00 PM)
- Apply well before deadline to avoid server issues
- Upload correct and clear documents
- Keep Aadhaar number ready
- Only one division/workshop can be chosen
- No TA/DA for document verification
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the total vacancy in Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Western Railway has announced 5,349 Apprentice vacancies across various divisions and workshops for the year 2025–26
2. What is the last date to apply for RRC WR Apprentice 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 23 March 2026 till 5:00 PM
3. Is there any written exam for Western Railway Apprentice selection?
No, selection is purely based on merit calculated from 10th and ITI marks. There is no written examination or interview
4. What is the age limit for Western Railway Apprentice 2026?
Candidates must be between 15 to 24 years as on 23/03/2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories
5. What is the application fee for RRC WR Apprentice 2026?
The application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/Women applicants are exempted from fee
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