Western Railway Vacancy 2026: RRC Apprentice 5349 Posts

The Western Railway vacancy, under the Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway (RRC WR), has officially released the Western Railway Vacancy Notification 2026 on 18 February 2026. As per Advertisement No. RRC/WR/04/2025, a total of 5349 Apprentice vacancies have been announced for engagement in various trades across different divisions, workshops and units of Western Railway.

This recruitment drive is being conducted to provide apprenticeship training to eligible ITI qualified candidates under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Through this training programme, selected candidates will get an opportunity to learn practical and technical skills in railway establishments and gain valuable work experience in their respective trades. It is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking career exposure and hands-on training in the Indian Railways sector.

Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification and ensure that they meet all eligibility conditions before submitting the online application form. Any incorrect information or incomplete application may lead to rejection at any stage of the recruitment process.

Candidates who have passed 10th (Matriculation) with at least 50% aggregate marks and possess a valid ITI certificate in the relevant trade are eligible to apply.

Interested and eligible applicants can submit their online application through the official website www.rrc-wr.com.

The online application process for Western Railway Recruitment 2026 has already commenced through the official RRC Western Railway portal. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their application form in online mode only. The last date to apply is 23 March 2026, and no application will be accepted after the closing date under any circumstances.

Applicants are strongly advised to complete the registration and fee payment well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues such as heavy website traffic, server errors or payment failure. Candidates should also verify all the details entered in the application form carefully before final submission, as correction may not be allowed after the final submission of the form.

After successful submission, candidates must download and keep a printout of the application form and payment receipt for future reference during the document verification process.

Western Railway Vacancy 2026 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Western Railway Vacancy
Post Name	Apprentice
Advertisement No.	RRC/WR/04/2025
Total Vacancies	5349
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	www.rrc-wr.com

Western Railway Recruitment 2026 – Trade-wise Posts

Trade	Vacancies
Fitter	1614
Electrician	1217
Welder	532
PASAA	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	5349

Eligibility Criteria

• 10th Class (Matriculation) under 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks
• Must possess ITI certificate in the relevant trade from recognized institute

Trade-wise ITI Requirement

Candidates must have ITI certification in respective trades such as:

• Fitter – ITI in Fitter
• Electrician – ITI in Electrician
• Welder – ITI in Welder
• COPA/PASAA – ITI in Computer Operator & Programming Assistant
• Diesel Mechanic – ITI in Diesel Mechanic
• Draftsman (Civil) – ITI in Draftsman (Civil)
• And others as per notification

Age Limit (As per Notification)

• 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

Category	Fee
General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST / PwBD / Women	No Fee

💳 Payment Mode: Online

Selection Process

✔ Merit-based selection
✔ No written test or interview

Selection will be based on:

• Average percentage of marks in 10th + ITI
• Equal weightage to both qualifications

📌 In case of tie:

1. Older candidate will be preferred
2. If DOB same, candidate who passed 10th earlier will be preferred

Stipend

Selected apprentices will undergo 1-year training and receive stipend as per:

• Railway Board rules
• Apprentices Act guidelines

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	18 February 2026
Start of Online Application	21 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	23 March 2026

How to Apply for Western Railway Vacancy 2026

Follow these steps:

• Visit www.rrc-wr.com
• Click on Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
• Register and fill in application form
• Upload photograph, signature & required certificates
• Pay application fee (if applicable)
• Review and submit application
• Download and save confirmation copy