RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
“Generate a professional recruitment graphic for RRC Western Railway Apprentice 2026. Include: Indian Railways logo, 5349 vacancies, trades like Fitter, Welder, Electrician. Last date 23 March 2026. Apply online at rrc-wr.com. Use blue and orange theme, clean modern design with train silhouette.”
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| Trade | Total Slots | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PwBD | Ex-Serviceman |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 1,614 | 652 | 242 | 121 | 435 | 164 | 48 | 48 |
| Electrician | 1,217 | 492 | 183 | 91 | 328 | 123 | 36 | 36 |
| Welder | 532 | 215 | 80 | 40 | 144 | 53 | 16 | 16 |
| PASSA | 280 | 113 | 42 | 21 | 76 | 28 | 8 | 8 |
| Full trade list (19 trades) in official notification. Slots include PwBD & Ex-Serviceman quota. | ||||||||
Fitter
Electrician
Welder
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational: Matriculation (10th) with 50% marks + ITI in relevant trade (NCVT).
- Age (as on 23/03/2026): 15-24 years. Relaxation: SC/ST 5y, OBC 3y, PwBD 10y, Ex-Servicemen as per rules.
- Engineering graduates/diploma holders are NOT eligible.
- Application Fee: ₹100 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women: NIL). Pay online only.
📝 Selection & Recruitment Type
- Recruitment Type: Direct engagement under Apprentices Act (NOT deputation/contract).
- Selection: Based on merit list (average of 10th & ITI marks). NO written exam / viva.
- Tie-breaking: Older candidate gets priority; then earlier matriculation pass.
- Document Verification & Medical Certificate (Annexure G) required for final selection.
📌 How to Apply (6 Steps)
Visit rrc-wr.com from 21/02 to 23/03/2026 (5 PM).
Personal, trade, marks, division preference, Aadhaar.
Photo, signature, certificates, community/PwBD/Ex-SM certificate.
Online (if applicable). SC/ST/PwBD/Women exempted.
Save application for DV.
Check website for shortlist & call for document verification.
📂 Upload Checklist
- 10th Marksheet (with 50% aggregate)
- ITI Certificate (NCVT) in relevant trade
- Caste/EWS/PwBD/Ex-SM certificates (if applicable, valid formats)
- Recent colour photograph (20-70 KB)
- Signature (20-30 KB)
- Aadhaar number / enrolment ID
📍 Posting Locations
Divisions: BCT, BRC, ADI, RTM, RJT, BVP, workshops: PL, MX, BVP, DHD, PRTN, SBI etc. (All under Western Railway). Liability to serve anywhere.
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❓ FAQs
Q: Is this a permanent Railway job? A: It's one-year apprenticeship; preference later in Level-1 posts.
Q: Can final year ITI students apply? A: No, must have passed ITI before 18/02/2026.
Q: What is the stipend? A: As per Apprentices Act (approx. ₹6,000-8,000).
This is an informational blog post based on RRC/WR Notification No.04/2025. We are not affiliated with Railways. Candidates must read official notification at rrc-wr.com. All details subject to change. Verify before applying. We are not liable for any errors or rejection.
