🚆 RRC Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Cell Western Railway has released the RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 5349 Apprentice posts in different trades.
This is a great opportunity for 10th + ITI pass candidates because selection is based only on merit (no exam, no interview).
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Western Railway (RRC WR) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 5349 |
| Advertisement No | RRC/WR/04/2025 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass + ITI |
| Age Limit | 15 – 24 Years |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship Training |
| Official Website | https://www.rrc-wr.com |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 February 2026 |
| Application Start | 21 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 March 2026 |
🔧 Trade-Wise Vacancy (Top Trades)
| Trade | Posts |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 1614 |
| Electrician | 1217 |
| Welder | 532 |
| PASAA (COPA) | 280 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 236 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 207 |
| Painter | 190 |
| Carpenter | 184 |
| AC Mechanic | 184 |
| Pipe Fitter | 176 |
| Plumber | 136 |
| Wireman | 126 |
| Draftsman (Civil) | 87 |
| Turner | 75 |
| Stenographer | 40 |
| Others | Remaining |
| Total | 5349 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Education
10th Pass (Minimum 50% marks) from a recognized board
ITI Certificate in relevant trade
Example:
Fitter → ITI in Fitter
Electrician → ITI Electrician
Welder → ITI Welder
COPA/PASAA → ITI COPA
Diesel Mechanic → ITI Diesel Mechanic
🎂 Age Limit
Minimum: 15 Years
Maximum: 24 Years
Age Relaxation
SC / ST → 5 Years
OBC → 3 Years
PwD → 10 Years
Ex-Servicemen → Additional relaxation as per rules
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | No Fee |
🏆 Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
1️⃣ Merit List
Average marks of 10th + ITI
2️⃣ Tie Break Rule
Older candidate gets preference
If DOB same → earlier matriculation pass candidate preferred
❌ No written exam
❌ No interview
💵 Salary / Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a stipend during 1 year training according to Indian Railways apprenticeship rules.
