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The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway (WR) has released the official notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices for the training year 2025-26. This is a massive opportunity for students who have completed their Class 10th and ITI to start their journey with Indian Railways.
Under this recruitment, a total of 5349 training slots are available across various divisions like Mumbai, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Ratlam, Rajkot, and Bhavnagar.
📅 Important Dates
Stay updated with the timeline to ensure you don’t miss the deadline.
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Released | February 18, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | February 21, 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | March 23, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | March 23, 2026 |
| Merit List Release Date | To be notified later |
💰 Application Fees
Candidates must pay the fee online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: No Fee (Exempted)
📊 Vacancy Details (Trade-wise)
With 5349 posts, vacancies are distributed across several technical trades. Here is a breakdown of major trades:
| Trade Name | Total Vacancies |
| Fitter | 1614 |
| Electrician | 1217 |
| Welder (G&E) | 705 |
| PASSA / COPA | 280 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 236 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 207 |
| Painter (General) | 190 |
| Carpenter / Plumber | 184 / 136 |
| Others (Turner, Machinist, etc.) | 580 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Academic: Must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) under the 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
- Technical: Must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade affiliated with NCVT/SCVT.
2. Age Limit (as on March 23, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age Relaxation: * SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
📝 Selection Process
The selection for the Railway RRC WR Apprentice is purely merit-based.
- Merit List: Prepared by taking the average percentage of marks in both 10th Class (50% weightage) and ITI (50% weightage).
- No Exam/Interview: There will be no written test or viva.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for DV and a Medical Fitness test.
💻 How to Fill RRC WR Apprentice Online Form 2026
- Visit Site: Go to the official RRC WR website: www.rrc-wr.com.
- Registration: Click on “Apprentice Recruitment 2026” and register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill Details: Log in with your credentials and fill in your personal, educational, and trade details.
- Upload Documents: Upload your scanned photograph, signature, 10th marksheet, and ITI certificate.
- Pay Fee: Complete the payment of ₹100 (if applicable).
- Final Submit: Review all entries and click ‘Submit’. Print the confirmation page for your records.
🔗 Important Links Box
| Description | Link |
| Official Notification (PDF) | 📥 Download Notification |
| Apply Online Link | 📝 Click Here to Apply |
| Candidate Login | 🔐 Already Registered? Login |
| Official Website | 🌐 Visit RRC WR |
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. While we aim to provide accurate details, readers are requested to read the official notification carefully before applying. We are not responsible for any technical errors or changes made by the Railway authorities.
