The Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway (RRC WR) has opened online registration for 5,349 ITI Apprentice vacancies under Advt No. RRC/WR/04/2025; eligible candidates with 10th class (minimum 50% aggregate) and an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply online from 21 February 2026 until 23 March 2026 through the official RRC WR portal.
Overview
The notification for the RRC WR ITI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 was released on 18 February 2026 and the apprenticeship positions are offered on a contract basis with training and stipend as per Railway Board rules and the Apprentices Act.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Western Railway (RRC WR) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Advertisement No. | RRC/WR/04/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 5,349 |
| Qualification | 10th + ITI |
| Age Limit | 15–24 Years |
| Notification Date | 18 February 2026 |
| Start Date to Apply | 21 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 March 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship (Contract) |
| Official Website | https://www.rrc-wr.com/ |
Vacancy Details — Trade-wise
Vacancies have been notified across multiple ITI trades; the trade-wise breakup of the 5,349 positions is listed below.
| Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 1,614 |
| Electrician | 1,217 |
| Welder | 532 |
| COPA / PASAA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) | 280 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 236 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 207 |
| Painter | 190 |
| Carpenter | 184 |
| Refrigerator (AC Mechanic) | 184 |
| Pipe Fitter | 176 |
| Plumber | 136 |
| Wireman | 126 |
| Draftsman (Civil) | 87 |
| Turner | 75 |
| Stenographer | 40 |
| Machinist (Grinder) | 25 |
| Forger & Heat Treater | 16 |
| Machinist | 14 |
| Mechanic Motor Vehicle | 10 |
| Total | 5,349 |
Eligibility and Trade-wise ITI Requirements
Candidates must meet both educational and trade-specific ITI requirements to be considered eligible for the apprenticeship posts.
- Educational Qualification: 10th Class (Matriculation) under the 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks.
- ITI Certificate: Must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institute.
- Trade-wise ITI requirement examples include ITI in Fitter for Fitter posts, ITI in Electrician for Electrician posts, ITI in Welder for Welder posts, ITI in Computer Operator & Programming Assistant for COPA/PASAA posts, ITI in Diesel Mechanic for Diesel Mechanic posts, and ITI in Draftsman (Civil) for Draftsman (Civil) posts.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Age criteria are specified in the notification and relaxations apply as per category rules.
- Minimum Age: 15 years.
- Maximum Age: 24 years.
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years; OBC — 3 years; PwBD — 10 years; Ex-Servicemen — as per Railway rules.
Application Fee
Fees for submission of applications are specified by category and the payment mode is online.
- General / OBC: ₹100.
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women: No Fee.
- Payment Mode: Online.
Selection Process
Selection to the apprentice positions will be merit-based; there is no written test or interview as per the notification.
- Selection based on merit using the average percentage of marks in 10th and ITI, with equal weightage to both qualifications.
- Tie-breaker: Older candidate will be preferred; if date of birth is the same, the candidate who passed 10th earlier will be preferred.
Stipend and Training Duration
Selected candidates will undergo training and receive a stipend according to prescribed guidelines.
- Training Duration: 1 year.
- Stipend: As per Railway Board rules and Apprentices Act guidelines.
Important Dates
Key dates for the recruitment process are listed below and should be noted by applicants.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 February 2026 |
| Start of Online Application | 21 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 March 2026 |
How to Apply
Candidates should apply online through the official RRC WR portal and follow prescribed steps to submit their application and documents.
- Visit the official website: https://www.rrc-wr.com/.
- Click on the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 link.
- Register and complete the application form with required details.
- Upload photograph, signature and required certificates.
- Pay the application fee if applicable and review the application.
- Submit the application and download/save the confirmation copy.
Official Links
Candidates can access the official notification and application portal using the links below.
- Official Notification PDF: https://www.rrc-wr.com/rrwc/Files/2683.pdf
- Apply Online: https://rrc-wr.com/tradeApp/Login/Index
- Official Website: https://www.rrc-wr.com/
