Mumbai: Western Railway is set to recruit 5,349 apprentices across various trades. The online application process will commence on February 21, 2026, and conclude on March 23, 2026. Interested candidates can apply through the official website at rrc-wr.com.
This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for candidates to join the Indian Railways. Here’s a breakdown of the essential details:
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for these apprentice positions, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Applicants should have successfully completed their 10th grade (Matriculation) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- Technical Qualification: A valid ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certificate in the relevant trade, affiliated with NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training), is mandatory.
Age Limit: Prospective candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as of March 23, 2026. Age relaxation may apply as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be purely based on a merit list. This merit list will be prepared by calculating the average of the marks obtained in the Matriculation examination (with at least 50% aggregate marks) and the ITI examination. Both components will be given equal weightage in the evaluation process.
Application Fee
An application fee of ₹100/- is applicable for general and OBC candidates. However, candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwBD/Women categories are exempted from paying any application fee. The fee can be paid through various online methods, including Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, and Internet Banking. Any transaction charges associated with online payments will be borne by the applicants.
For more detailed information and to access the official notification, candidates are encouraged to visit the Western Railway’s official website.
Detailed Notification Here