RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 2,008 Vacancies, 10th + ITI Pass Apply Online
North Western Railway (NWR) has released Engagement of Apprentices Notice No. 04/2026 (NWR/AA) for engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the year 2026-27. A total of 2,008 training slots are available across various divisions and units of North Western Railway. Online applications will be accepted from 07 October 2026 to 06 November 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
The recruitment is suitable for candidates who have passed Class 10 with at least 50% aggregate marks and possess the required National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the notified trade.
RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | North Western Railway |
| Recruitment | Act Apprentice Engagement 2026-27 |
| Notification No. | 04/2026 (NWR/AA) |
| Total Training Slots | 2,008 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 06 November 2026 |
| Closing Time | 11:59 PM |
| Official Website | rrcjaipur.in |
The Railway Recruitment Cell, North Western Railway (RRC/NWR), Jaipur is the nodal agency for receiving online applications and preparing the merit list. Candidates can apply online through the RRC Jaipur website.
Important Dates
Detailed notification published: 01 October 2026
Online application starts: 07 October 2026
Last date to apply: 06 November 2026
Closing time: 11:59 PM
The notification advises candidates not to wait until the last date because heavy internet or website traffic may cause difficulty in submitting applications.
Vacancy Details
The notification provides a total of 2,008 training slots across eight divisions/units. Candidates have to choose only one unit while applying.
| Division/Unit | Total Slots | Major notified trades |
|---|---|---|
| DRM Office, Ajmer | 500 | Electrician, Carpenter, Painter, Mason, Pipe Fitter, Fitter, Diesel Mechanic, Electronics Mechanic, COPA, Welder, Turner/Machinist, RAC |
| DRM Office, Bikaner | 524 | Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Carpenter, Painter, Electronics Mechanic, COPA, Diesel Mechanic, Turner/Machinist, RAC |
| DRM Office, Jaipur | 580 | Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Electrician, COPA, Carpenter, Painter, Welder, Diesel Mechanic, Turner/Machinist, RAC |
| DRM Office, Jodhpur | 134 | Electrician, RAC, Fitter, Diesel/Mechanic, Welder, Black Smith, Carpenter, Painter, Electronics Mechanic, COPA, Turner/Machinist |
| B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer | 101 | Painter, Fitter, Welder, Electrician |
| B.T.C. LOCO, Ajmer | 69 | Diesel Mechanic, Fitter, Welder |
| Carriage Workshop, Bikaner | 33 | Fitter, Welder, Electrician |
| Carriage Workshop, Jodhpur | 67 | Fitter, Carpenter, Welder (G&E), Painter, Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance, Machinist |
| Total | 2,008 |
The vacancy tables in the notification also provide UR, OBC, SC, ST and EWS distribution along with PwBD and Ex-Servicemen information. PwBD and Ex-Servicemen seats are included within the total seats, rather than being additional seats. The notification also states that the training slots are provisional and may increase or decrease according to administrative requirements.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must:
Have passed Class 10 examination or equivalent under the 10+2 examination system.
Have obtained minimum 50% marks in aggregate. No rounding off is allowed.
Possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the notified trade issued by NCVT or SCVT.
The notification further states that candidates must possess the required educational/technical qualifications from a recognised Board/Government University/Institute on the date of application. Candidates awaiting the results of their final examinations should not apply.
Age Limit
As on 06 November 2026, candidates:
Must have completed 15 years of age.
Must not have completed 24 years of age.
Upper-age relaxation is provided as follows:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years
Ex-servicemen: Up to an additional 10 years to the extent of service rendered in the Defence Forces plus 3 years, subject to the conditions stated in the notification.
Application Fee
₹100: All candidates except those covered by the fee exemption.
Nil: SC/ST, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Women candidates.
The fee is non-refundable and has to be paid online through the payment gateway during the application process. Applicable transaction charges are to be borne by the candidate.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a merit list. The merit is calculated using the simple average of:
Percentage of marks in Matriculation, with minimum 50% aggregate required.
Percentage of marks in ITI in the trade in which apprenticeship is to be undertaken.
For matriculation percentage, marks obtained in all subjects are considered. ITI percentage is calculated using the marks mentioned in the provisional/final certificate.
In case two candidates have the same marks, the older candidate will be preferred. If their dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier will be considered first. The final merit list will be prepared division/unit-wise, trade-wise and community-wise. Candidates finally enlisted will undergo verification of original testimonials and medical examination.
Training Period and Stipend
The notification does not specify a fixed stipend amount or exact training duration. It states that the training period and stipend will be as per extant rules and directives issued by the Railway Board from time to time.
No hostel accommodation will be provided, and selected candidates will have to make their own arrangements during training.
Job Location
Training will be conducted at the selected North Western Railway division/unit. The available choices are:
Ajmer
Bikaner
Jaipur
Jodhpur
B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer
B.T.C. LOCO, Ajmer
Carriage Workshop, Bikaner
Carriage Workshop, Jodhpur
Candidates can choose only one unit and should check whether their ITI trade has available training slots in that unit before submitting the application.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should apply online through the RRC Jaipur website.
Visit the official RRC Jaipur website.
Open the online application for Engagement of Apprentices Notice No. 04/2026.
Fill in personal and educational/technical qualification details carefully.
Enter the required 12-digit Aadhaar number.
Select one eligible unit according to the available slots for the candidate's ITI trade.
Upload the required photograph and signature.
Pay the applicable application fee online.
Check all details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application before 06 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Keep the registration number and printout of the submitted application for future use.
The photograph must be a recent colour photograph in the prescribed format, while the signature must also meet the specified size and file requirements. No physical copy of the application needs to be sent to RRC.
Important Links
Official Website / Apply Online:
RRC Jaipur Official Website
Official Notification: Advertisement
Important Note for Applicants
This is an apprenticeship training engagement, not a direct promise of permanent Railway employment. The notification specifically states that apprenticeship training in Railway does not confer any right to absorption in Railway after completion of training.
Candidates should also carefully verify their selected unit and trade before submitting the application because the notification states that changes after final submission are not permitted and multiple applications can lead to rejection.
Final Word
Candidates who meet the 10th + ITI qualification requirements should check their trade, preferred unit, age eligibility and applicable fee carefully before applying. Apply only through the official RRC Jaipur website and keep a copy of the submitted application and registration details.
Always read the complete official notification before submitting your application. The official notification will prevail in case of any difference between this article and the recruitment notice.