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| RRC Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5349 Vacancies | Last Date- 23 March 2026 |
🚆 RRC Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 5349 Vacancies | Apply Online
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway has released the official notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offering a massive 5349 vacancies for Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is one of the biggest railway apprenticeship job opportunities for candidates with 10th pass and ITI qualifications.
🏛️ Company Short Detail – Western Railway (RRC-WR)
The Western Railway is one of the 18 zones of Indian Railways, serving regions in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC-WR) conducts recruitment for various categories like apprentices and other technical job openings for this zone.
📌 Vacancies Details – 5349 Apprentice Posts
Total Posts: 5349 Act Apprentice vacancies
Notification No.: RRC/WR/04/2025
Location: Various divisions & workshops under Western Railway
Apply Mode: Online Only
The apprenticeship training slots are available for a range of ITI trades covering core workshop, technical and mechanical categories.
🎯 Trade-Wise Slots
Candidates with ITI certificate in the following trades can apply:
| Designated Trades | ITI Qualification |
|---|---|
| Fitter | ITI Fitter |
| Welder | ITI Welder |
| Turner | ITI Turner |
| Machinist | ITI Machinist |
| Carpenter | ITI Carpenter |
| Painter (General) | ITI Painter (General) |
| Diesel Mechanic | ITI Diesel Mechanic |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | ITI Mechanic MV |
| Programming & System Admin Assistant | ITI COPA |
| Wireman | ITI Electrician / Wireman |
| Mechanic Refrigeration & AC | ITI Mechanic RAC |
| Plumber / Pipe Fitter | ITI Plumber / Pipe Fitter |
| Draftsman (Civil) | ITI Draftsman (Civil) |
| Stenographer (English) Forger and Heat Treater Machinist (Grinder) | ITI Stenographer Forger and Heat Treater 1. Turner 2. Machinist 3. Machinist (Grinder) |
| (Complete trade list as per given images below👇👇.) |
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| SUMMARY SHOWING TRADE - WISE SLOTS RRC Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5349 Vacancies | Last Date- 23 March 2026 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for Western Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2026
📌 Educational Qualification
✔ Matriculation (10th pass) under the 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
✔ Must possess a National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
✔ Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible under this apprenticeship scheme.
⏱️ Age Limit for Railway Apprentice Jobs 2026
✔ Minimum Age: 15 years
✔ Maximum Age: 24 years (as on closing date: 23-03-2026)
✔ Age Relaxation:
• SC/ST: +5 years
• OBC-NCL: +3 years
• PwBD: +10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: additional relaxations as per rules.
💰 RRC WR apprentice 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for Western Railway Act Apprentices typically includes:
- Online Merit List — based on marks in 10th + ITI.
- Document Verification (DV) at divisions/workshops.
- Medical Fitness (as per norms).
• No written exam is usually conducted; merit is calculated based on qualification marks and reservation rules applied.
📅 Important Dates for ITI Apprentice Railway Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Issue | 18-02-2026 |
| Online Application Start | 21-02-2026 @ 11:00 hrs |
| Last Date to Apply | 23-03-2026 @ 17:00 hrs |
| Document Verification | To be notified soon |
✔ Candidates are advised to submit their online application well before the deadline due to expected heavy traffic.
📝 How to Apply for RRC WR Vacancy 2026
✔ Only online applications are accepted on the official RRC-WR website at www.rrc-wr.com.
✔ Before applying, ensure you have:
• Active email ID & mobile number
• 10th class and ITI certificates
• Reservation certificates (if applicable)
✔ Fill the application form completely and upload documents in the prescribed format.
✔ Pay application fees (if applicable) and submit before the deadline.
🔗 Important Links-
- Notification Link – Click Here
- Apply Online – Click Here
- Official Website – Click Here
*Notes
Before applying for Apprentice Jobs, Registration in Apprentice Portal is necessary.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in RRC WR Apprentice Notification
Q1. How many total posts are available in RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✔ A total of 5,349 Act Apprentice vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What qualifications are required?
✔ Candidates must have 10th pass + ITI certificate in a relevant trade.
Q3. What is the age limit?
✔ 15 to 24 years with applicable age relaxations.
Q4. Is there any written exam?
✔ No written test — selection is usually merit based.
Q5. What is the mode to apply?
✔ Online only via the official RRC-WR recruitment portal.
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