The Western Railway under the Ministry of Railways has officially released the detailed notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices for the year 2025-26. The recruitment is being conducted by the Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway to fill 5,349 Apprentice training slots in various designated trades across divisions and workshops.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official website within the prescribed dates.
RRC WR Apprentice Notification 2026
| Organization Name | Western Railway |
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC WR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 5,349 Posts |
| Notification No. | RRC/WR/04/2025 |
| Notification Date | 18 February 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 March 2026 |
| Training Period | 01 Year |
| Selection Process | Merit Based |
RRC WR Apprentice Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 February 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 March 2026 (05:00 PM) |
RRC WR Apprentice Trade-Wise Vacancies
A total of 5,349 Apprentice slots have been notified across different trades and divisions under Western Railway. The vacancies include reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories along with:
- 4% reservation for PwBD candidates
- 3% reservation for Ex-Servicemen
| Trade Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 938 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 622 |
| Turner | 150 |
| Machinist | 245 |
| Carpenter | 177 |
| Painter (General) | 201 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 209 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 15 |
| Electrician | 639 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 112 |
| Wireman | 90 |
| Refrigerator & Air Conditioner Mechanic | 147 |
| Pipe Fitter | 186 |
| Plumber | 126 |
| Draftsman (Civil) | 88 |
| PASSA | 257 |
| Stenographer (English) | 08 |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | 04 |
| Programming & System Administration Assistant | 257 |
| COPA | 151 |
| Information Technology & ESM | 164 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 81 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 16 |
| Chemical Laboratory Assistant | 16 |
| Horticulture Assistant | 10 |
| Surveyor | 04 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 58 |
| Mason | 80 |
| Blacksmith | 18 |
| Painter (Industrial) | 60 |
| Wireman | 90 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 209 |
Total Vacancies: 5,349 Posts
RRC WR Apprentice 2026 Division-Wise Vacancy
Age Limit (As on 23 March 2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10 Years + Length of Service + 3 Years |
RRC WR Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed Matriculation (10th Class) with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board
- Possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade affiliated to NCVT
Note:
- Candidates awaiting results are not eligible
- Engineering Graduates / Diploma holders are not eligible under this scheme
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | No Fee |
Fee payment must be made online through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- UPI
- Net Banking
RRC WR Apprentice Selection Process
Selection of candidates will be done purely on the basis of merit:
- Merit list will be prepared by taking the average of percentage marks obtained in Matriculation and ITI
- Equal weightage will be given to both qualifications
- No Written Examination
- No Interview
Tie-Breaking Rule:
- Older candidate will be given preference
- If Date of Birth is same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier will be preferred 2683
Training Period & Stipend
- Selected candidates will undergo Apprenticeship Training for 01 Year
- Stipend will be paid as per Railway Board rules
Medical Fitness
Shortlisted candidates must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a Gazetted Medical Officer from a Government Hospital at the time of Document Verification.
RRC WR Apprentice Mode of Application
Candidates are required to apply online only through the official RRC WR website. No hard copy of the application form is required to be sent to the Railway Recruitment Cell.
Applicants must upload:
- 10th Marksheet
- ITI Certificate
- NCVT Trade Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Photograph & Signature
Applications with incomplete or incorrect details are liable to be rejected.