Western Railway Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 5349 Apprentice Posts
Quick Analysis
Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 5349 Act Apprentice training slots under RRC Western Railway, making it one of the biggest Railway apprenticeship drives of the year. This is a no-exam recruitment, as selection is purely based on 10th (50% minimum) + ITI marks merit list. Candidates aged 15–24 years can apply online till 23 March 2026. Completing this apprenticeship (CCAA) gives up to 20% preference in future Railway Level-1 (Group D) recruitments, making it a strategic entry point for long-term Railway jobs.
| Notification Overview | |
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Important Dates
| Application Fee
Mode: Online |
Age Limit (as on Last Date) Min Age: 15 Years | Max Age: 24 Years (SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwBD: 10 Years, Ex-SM: Yes) | |
Vacancy Details (5349 Posts)
| Post Name | Total | Eligibility |
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| Act Apprentice | 5349 | 10th Class (50% Marks) + ITI Certificate |
Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway has released a centralized notification (No. RRC/WR/04/2025 Apprentice) for the engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 1487. Online applications are invited for 5349 training slots across various Divisions and Workshops under the jurisdiction of Western Railway for the year 2025-26.
Vacancy Details
A total of 5349 vacancies are available. The training slots are distributed across various trades such as Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Wireman, Machinist, Carpenter, Painter, PASSA, etc. 1531. Below is the Division/Workshop wise summary:
Division / Workshop | Total Slots |
|---|---|
BCT Division | 1332 |
BRC Division | 582 |
ADI Division | 1073 |
RTM Division | 492 |
RJT Division | 256 |
BVP Division | 245 |
PL Workshop | 437 |
MX Workshop | 146 |
BVP Workshop | 181 |
DHD Workshop | 359 |
PRTN Workshop | 73 |
SBI Engineering Workshop | 100 |
SBI Signal Workshop | 25 |
Head Quarter Office | 48 |
Grand Total | 5349 |
Important Dates
Notification Date: 18th February 2026
Opening Date and Time: 21st February 2026 @ 11.00 hrs
Closing Date and Time: 23rd March 2026 @ 17.00 hrs
Eligibility Criteria
1. 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).
2. Educational & Technical Qualification:
Educational: Matriculation (10th class) under the 10+2 examination system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
Technical: ITI certificate in the relevant trade, affiliated to NCVT.
Note: Engineering graduates and diploma holders are NOT eligible to apply under this notification 1540.
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card/UPI/Internet Banking) |
Selection Process
Merit List: The selection will be based on a merit list prepared by taking the average of the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks) and the ITI examination, with equal weightage given to both.
No Written Test: There will be no written test or viva (interview) for this recruitment.
Document Verification & Medical Fitness: Final selection is subject to verification of original documents and a Medical Fitness Certificate.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications online only through the RRC-WR website www.rrc-wr.com 1631.
Applicants must possess a valid personal email ID and Mobile Number 1645.
An Aadhaar Card is mandatory (or Enrolment ID for those who have applied) 1640.
Upload legible, self-attested scanned copies of required documents (10th marksheet, ITI consolidated marksheet/NTC, Caste Certificate, Photo, and Signature).
Pay the application fee online.
Print the online application for future reference.
Selection Process
- Merit List (Average of 10th & ITI Marks)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is there a written exam for Western Railway Apprentice?▼
No, there is no written test or viva. Selection is purely based on the merit of 10th and ITI marks.
What is the benefit of doing an Apprenticeship in Railways?▼
Candidates who successfully complete the apprenticeship (CCAA) are given preference for up to 20% of the vacancies in direct recruitment to Level-1 (Group D) posts in Railways.
Can I apply for multiple Divisions/Workshops?▼
No, applicants are permitted to choose only one Division/Workshop. The option once exercised shall be final.
Are B.Tech or Diploma holders eligible?▼
No, Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible to apply under this notification as they fall under a separate apprenticeship scheme.
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