If you have passed your 10th class and hold an ITI certificate, here is a golden opportunity to start your career with Indian Railways. The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway, Mumbai has released an official notification for the RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Under Advertisement Number RRC/WR/04/2025, the Western Railway has announced a massive 5,349 vacancies for Act Apprentices across various trades and workshops.
The best part about this recruitment is that there is no written exam or interview. The selection is purely based on your 10th and ITI marks. Let us look at all the important dates, eligibility rules, and steps to apply online.
1. Quick Job Details
Here is a quick summary of the Western Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2026:
| Information | Details |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway |
| Advertisement Number | RRC/WR/04/2025 |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 5,349 Posts |
| Job Location | Western Railway Divisions (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrc-wr.com |
2. Important Dates
The online application link is already active. Make sure to complete your form before the last date to avoid heavy server traffic.
- Notification Release Date: 18 February 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 21 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 23 March 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
- Last Date to Pay Application Fee: 23 March 2026
- Merit List Release Date: Will be announced later
3. Total Vacancy Details (Category-Wise)
A total of 5,349 seats are available. These are divided among various categories. Here is the seat breakdown:
| Category | Number of Posts |
| General (UR) | 2,166 |
| OBC | 1,435 |
| SC | 800 |
| EWS | 552 |
| ST | 396 |
| Total | 5,349 Posts |
(The trade-wise vacancy details for Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Plumber, Machinist, etc., are available in the official notification.)
4. Eligibility Criteria (Who Can Apply?)
Before you fill out the application, please check the education and age requirements.
A. Educational Qualification
- You must have passed the Matriculation (10th Class) exam under the 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- You must hold an ITI Certificate (NCVT or SCVT affiliated) in the relevant trade you are applying for.(Note: Engineering graduates and diploma holders cannot apply for this apprentice post.)
B. Age Limit (As of 23 March 2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age Relaxation: SC and ST candidates get an extra 5 years, OBC candidates get an extra 3 years, and PwBD (Handicapped) candidates get an extra 10 years in the upper age limit.
5. Application Fee
You have to pay the application fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
| Candidate Category | Form Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / All Women | Free (Rs. 0/-) |
6. Selection Process (No Written Exam)
Unlike other government jobs, there is no written test or syllabus to study for the RRC WR Apprentice 2026 recruitment. The selection is done purely on a merit basis.
- Merit List Generation: The railway board will calculate the average of your 10th-class marks and your ITI-class marks. Both qualifications will be given equal (50%-50%) weightage to create the final merit list.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates will be called to show their original 10th mark sheet, ITI certificate, and caste certificates.
- Medical Examination: You will have to undergo a basic fitness test to ensure you meet the medical standards of the Indian Railways.
7. Monthly Stipend & Benefits
Candidates selected for the apprentice program will undergo training for 1 year. During this time, you will not receive a regular salary, but a fixed monthly stipend:
- For 10th Pass Candidates: Rs. 6,000/- per month.
- For ITI Pass Candidates: Rs. 7,000/- per month.
Biggest Benefit: After completing this one-year training, you will get a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC). This certificate gives you a direct 20% reservation preference in future Railway Level-1 (Group D) direct recruitment exams!
8. How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps from your computer or mobile to apply for the RRC WR Apprentice Vacancy 2026:
- Open the official website of RRC Western Railway:
rrc-wr.com. - On the home page, click on the link for “Engagement of Apprentices 2025-26 (Advt No. RRC/WR/04/2025)”.
- Click on “Register” or “New Applicant”. Fill in your personal details, Aadhaar number, email ID, and mobile number.
- After registration, log in with your new Registration ID and Password.
- Fill in your full address, 10th marks, ITI trade details, and choose your preferred division.
- Upload a clear, recent passport-size photo and your signature.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- online (if applicable).
- Click on “Submit” and print a copy of your final application form