The Railway Recruitment Cell- Western Railway {RRC-WR} has officially announced RRC Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 5349 Act Apprentice positions in different trades and railway divisions. The online registration window is open from the 21st of February in 2026 and will close on the 23rd of March of that year. Aspirants who have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks and hold a valid ITI certificate in the related trade can apply online on its main website. The selection procedure under RRC Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be based on a merit list which is prepared from 10th and ITI marks that is followed by document verification along with medical fitness. Aspirants should know that no written examination will be conducted. This apprenticeship opportunity allows eligible candidates to get technical training under Western Railway while gaining hands-on experience in railway workshops and divisions.
Vacancy Distribution:
A total of 5349 seats are available under the RRC Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for different technical and non-technical trades. The largest number of openings are for fitter and electrician trades.
| Trade | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 1614 |
| Electrician | 1217 |
| Welder | 705 |
| PASSA | 280 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 236 |
| Mechanic {Diesel} | 207 |
| Painter {General} | 190 |
| Carpenter | 184 |
| Refrigerator {AC-Mechanic} | 184 |
| Pipe Fitter | 176 |
| Plumber | 136 |
| Wireman | 126 |
| Draftsman {Civil} | 87 |
| Turner | 75 |
| Stenographer {English} | 18 |
| Machinist {Grinder} | 25 |
| Forger and Heat Treater | 16 |
| Machinist | 14 |
| Mechanic {Motor Vehicle} | 10 |
| Grand Total | 5349 |
Eligibility Criteria:
Before applying for RRC Western Railway – Apprentice Recruitment 2026 the aspirants must confirm that they meet the required educational and age standards.
Educational Qualification:- The aspirant must have passed Matriculation {Class 10} with a minimum of 50% marks from a well-known board and must have an ITI certificate in the relevant field which is associated with NCVT.
Age Criteria: The aspirant must be in the age group of 15 years to 24. The aspirants should know that age relaxation is provided to certain categories such as: SC/ST: > 5 years relaxation – OBC: > 3 years relaxation – Persons with Disabilities > 10 years relaxation etc.
Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starting Due Date | 21 > February > 2026 |
| Deadline to Apply Online | 23 > March > 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | will Be Announced |
| Document Verification | According to the Division Schedule |
Application Procedure:
Applications must be submitted only through the main website of the Railway Recruitment Cell Western Railway :
Step 1: Visit the official RRC-WR website at https://www.rrc-wr.com and select the RRC Western Railway Apprentice > Recruitment 2026 notification link.
Step 2: Complete new user registration by using your name along with your mobile number and email ID.
Step 3: Log in with the generated details and fill in personal along with educational and trade preference details.
Step 4: Upload the scanned photograph along with the signature and required certificates in the format that is stated in the notification.
Step 5: Pay the application charges online through the available payment modes – download the confirmation page after submitting the application form.
Note:- SC/ST/PwBD and women candidates are excluded from paying the application charges while other candidates must pay the stated charges as mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Procedure:
The selection method under RRC Western Railway > Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is simple and fully merit-based and consists of the following stages:
Merit List Preparation: The merit list will be prepared by taking the average of marks that are secured by aspirant in matriculation and ITI. Both will carry equal weightage of 50% each.
Document Verification:- Selected candidates will be called to their chosen division/workshop for verification of original documents which include educational certificates along with a caste certificate if applicable and identity proof.
Medical Fitness:- Selected candidates must submit a valid medical fitness certificate according to railway standards before the final engagement.
Training and Stipend:
Selected apprentices will get a monthly stipend according to the Apprenticeship Act and railway and The training duration generally ranges from one year depending on the trade. Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment in Western Railway but it increases practical experience and employability in the technical sector.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q1. How many vacancies are available for now in RRC Western Railway > Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans:- A total of 5349- act apprentice vacancies have been announced in different multiple trades under this recruitment.
Q2. Is there any written exam held for aspirants for the RRC Western Railway > Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans:- No written exam will be held for this recruitment as selection is based purely on merit which is determined from 10th and ITI marks.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification that is required to be fulfilled by the aspirants in order to be eligible for the recruitment?
Ans:- Aspirants must have passed 10th class with at least 50% marks and must hold an ITI – certificate.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download Notification 2026 PDF |
| Official Website | https://www.rrc-wr.com |