The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway has officially announced the Recruitment of Apprentices for 2026, inviting applications for 5,349 posts. This recruitment drive offers opportunities for candidates who have completed 10th class and ITI in relevant trades to work as apprentices in various technical categories under Western Railway.
Overview of Recruitment
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Organisation: Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway
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Post: Apprentice
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Total Vacancies: 5,349
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Notification Number: RRC/WR/04/2025
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Application Mode: Online
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Job Type: Contractual apprenticeship
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Official Website: rrc-wr.com
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Application Start Date: 21 February 2026
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Last Date to Apply: 23 March 2026
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are spread across a range of trades, including:
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Fitter
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Electrician
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Welder
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COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant)
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Electronic Mechanic
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Mechanic (Diesel)
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Painter
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Carpenter
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Plumber
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Wireman
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Draftsman (Civil)
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Turner
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Stenographer
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Machinist
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Forger and Heat Treater
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Mechanic Motor Vehicle
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And other skilled trades
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to apply, candidates must meet the following criteria:
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Educational Qualification:
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Must have passed Matriculation (10th class) under the 10+2 system with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks from a recognised board.
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Must have an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an NCVT-affiliated institution.
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Trade-Specific ITI Qualifications:
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Fitter: ITI in Fitter
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Electrician: ITI in Electrician
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Welder: ITI in Welder
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COPA: ITI in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant
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Mechanic (Diesel): ITI in Diesel Mechanic
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Other trades as specified in the official vacancy list require respective ITI qualifications.
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Age Limit and Relaxation
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Minimum Age: 15 years
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Maximum Age: 24 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per rules for categories including SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.
Application Fee
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General / OBC: ₹100
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SC / ST / PwBD / Women: No fee
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Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, etc.)
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a merit list prepared by averaging the marks obtained in Matriculation and ITI examinations. There is no written examination or interview. In case of equal marks, preference is given to the older candidate, and, if needed, to the candidate who passed matriculation earlier.
Stipend
Selected apprentices will undergo a one-year apprenticeship training and will receive a stipend as per the applicable Railway Board rules during the training period.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official RRC Western Railway portal (rrc-wr.com) before the 23 March 2026 deadline. Applicants must carefully fill in all details, including personal information, trade, marks, and division/workshop preferences, as the merit list will be generated based on this data.
Important Dates
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Notification Date: 18 February 2026
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Application Start Date: 21 February 2026
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Application Last Date: 23 March 2026