RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 2,008 Slots, Eligibility & Apply Online

Last Updated: 02 October 2026 | Source: North Western Railway – Engagement of Apprentices Notice No. 04/2026 (NWR/AA), dated 30.09.2026 | Posted By: GovtJobDeck | Estimated Time To Read: 13 Minutes

RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

North Western Railway, through the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Jaipur, has released Engagement of Apprentices Notice No. 04/2026 (NWR/AA) for the 2026–27 training year. The notification provides 2,008 Act Apprentice training slots across eight divisions/units of North Western Railway. The online application window will open on 07 October 2026 and close on 06 November 2026 at 23:59 hrs.

Candidates with Class 10/equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks and an NCVT/SCVT National Trade Certificate in the relevant notified trade can apply, subject to the prescribed age and other conditions. Selection will be based on a merit list prepared from Matriculation and ITI marks, so there is no written examination or interview mentioned in the notification.

Candidates interested in more railway recruitment opportunities can also explore the Railway Jobs section on GovtJobDeck.

Important: This is Apprenticeship Training, Not a Permanent Railway Job

The 2,008 slots are for Act Apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The notification specifically states that completion of apprenticeship training does not give the candidate any right to absorption or employment in Railway service. The Railway administration is also not obliged to offer employment after completion of training.

RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Highlights

The notification confirms that RRC/NWR is the nodal agency for receiving online applications and preparing the merit list.

RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates are advised to submit the application well before the closing date. RRC/NWR has specifically warned that it will not accept responsibility if candidates are unable to submit applications on the last day because of website load or other issues.

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RRC NWR Apprentice Vacancy 2026

The notification provides 2,008 provisional training slots across eight North Western Railway divisions/units. The number of slots may increase or decrease depending on the actual requirement at the time of final selection.

Unit-Wise Vacancy

The category totals and unit totals above are taken from the notification tables.

Candidates looking for similar railway apprenticeship opportunities can also check the RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for another Railway Recruitment Cell apprenticeship opportunity.

RRC NWR Apprentice Trade-Wise Vacancy 2026

The available trades differ by division/unit. Candidates must check the trade availability before selecting their unit because only one unit can be selected and the notification does not allow a change after final submission.

DRM Office, Ajmer — 500 Slots

DRM Office, Bikaner — 524 Slots

DRM Office, Jaipur — 580 Slots

DRM Office, Jodhpur — 134 Slots

Other NWR Units

Important: PwBD and Ex-Servicemen seats shown in the notification are included within the total training slots and are not additional seats. The training-slot figures are provisional.

RRC NWR Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have:

1. Passed Class 10 or equivalent under the 10+2 system.
2. Secured at least 50% aggregate marks in Class 10.
3. Possess a National Trade Certificate in the relevant notified trade issued by:
   • National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT), or
   • State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).

No rounding off is permitted for the 50% requirement.

Age Limit

Candidates must have:

• Completed 15 years of age
• Not completed 24 years of age
• Age will be calculated as on 06 November 2026

Candidates can use the Age Calculator to quickly check their age as of the prescribed cut-off date.

Age Relaxation

The Ex-Servicemen relaxation is linked to the service rendered in the Defence Forces plus three years, subject to the minimum service and other conditions specified in the notification.

Who Should Not Apply?

Candidates should not apply if:

• They have less than 50% aggregate marks in Class 10.
• They do not possess the required ITI qualification in the relevant trade.
• They are waiting for the final result of their qualifying examination.
• They select a unit where their ITI trade has no available training slot.
• They submit more than one application.
• Their personal details do not match their Matriculation certificate.

The notification specifically states that candidates awaiting final examination results need not apply.

RRC NWR Apprentice 2026 Merit & Selection Process

There is no written examination mentioned for this apprenticeship engagement.

Selection will be based on a merit list prepared using:

Matriculation percentage + ITI percentage ÷ 2

In other words, the panel is prepared using the simple average of Class 10 and relevant ITI marks. For Class 10 percentage, marks from all subjects are considered. For ITI percentage, the marks mentioned in the provisional/final certificate are used.

Selection Stages

1. Online application
2. Merit list preparation
3. Document Verification
4. Medical Examination
5. Apprenticeship engagement/training

The final merit list is prepared division/unit-wise, trade-wise and community-wise according to the available slots.

Tie-Breaking Rule

If two candidates obtain the same merit marks:

1. The older candidate is preferred.
2. If the dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier is considered first.

RRC NWR Apprentice 2026 Stipend & Training Period

The notification does not specify a fixed monthly stipend amount.

It states that the training period and stipend will be as per the extant rules and directives issued by the Railway Board from time to time. Therefore, GovtJobDeck should not publish a fixed ₹ stipend figure unless an applicable official Railway Board rule provides it separately.

Selected candidates will be released after completion of training, and the notification clearly states that apprenticeship training does not create a right to Railway employment.

RRC NWR Apprentice 2026 Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the payment gateway integrated with the application process.

How to Apply for RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates can apply online through the official RRC Jaipur website.

1. Visit the official RRC Jaipur website.
2. Open the apprenticeship application link.
3. Read the notification and eligibility conditions carefully.
4. Select only one division/unit.
5. Fill in personal, educational and ITI details.
6. Enter the required Aadhaar information.
7. Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
8. Pay the applicable application fee.
9. Check all details carefully before final submission.
10. Submit the application.
11. Save the registration number and application form.
12. Keep a printout for future Document Verification.

The notification specifically warns candidates to verify their details before final submission because changes are not permitted after the application is finalized.

Documents Required at Document Verification

Candidates called for Document Verification should be prepared with the relevant original documents, including:

• Online application printout
• Aadhaar card or prescribed identity document
• Class 10 certificate/marksheet
• ITI certificate
• Relevant caste certificate, where applicable
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate, where applicable
• EWS certificate, where applicable
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• Ex-Servicemen/Armed Forces-related documents, where applicable
• Prescribed medical certificate

The notification requires the medical certificate to be signed by a Government Authorized Doctor (Gazetted), not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon of a Central/State Hospital.

Important Points Before Applying

• This notification is for Apprenticeship training, not direct permanent Railway employment.
• There are 2,008 training slots.
• Candidates can choose only one Unit.
• Candidates should check whether their ITI trade has slots in the selected unit.
• Multiple applications can result in rejection of all applications.
• There is no centralized merit list.
• Merit is prepared using the simple average of 10th and ITI marks.
• There is no written examination or interview specified.
• Candidates awaiting their final qualification results should not apply.
• The stipend amount is not fixed in this notification and will be governed by applicable Railway Board rules.
• Completing apprenticeship does not guarantee absorption into Railway employment.

Important Links

The RRC Jaipur website identifies itself as the Railway Recruitment Cell, North Western Railway, and provides its Jaipur office address at Building No. 04, Second Floor, near the Railway Station Second Entry.

Related Opportunities

Candidates interested in apprenticeship and railway recruitment opportunities can also explore these related openings on GovtJobDeck:

• RRC NCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
• East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
• RCF ACT Apprentice Recruitment 2026
• BHEL Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
• NSRY Apprentice Recruitment 2026

RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 FAQs

1. How many slots are available in RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

There are 2,008 provisional Act Apprentice training slots for the 2026–27 training year.

2. When will RRC NWR Apprentice applications start?

The online application process will start on 07 October 2026.

3. What is the last date to apply for RRC NWR Apprentice 2026?

The last date is 06 November 2026 up to 23:59 hrs.

4. What is the qualification for RRC NWR Apprentice 2026?

Candidates must have passed Class 10/equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks and must possess the relevant NCVT/SCVT National Trade Certificate.

5. What is the age limit for RRC NWR Apprentice 2026?

Candidates must have completed 15 years and must not have completed 24 years as on 06 November 2026.

6. Is there a written exam for RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

No written examination is prescribed. Selection is based on a merit list prepared using the simple average of Matriculation and ITI marks.

7. Can I apply for more than one RRC NWR Apprentice unit?

No. Candidates are required to choose only one unit. Multiple applications can be summarily rejected.

8. What is the application fee?

The fee is ₹100 for candidates other than SC/ST, PwBD and women candidates. The exempted categories pay no fee.

9. What stipend will RRC NWR apprentices receive?

The notification does not give a fixed amount. It states that training period and stipend will be as per applicable Railway Board rules and directives.

10. Does RRC NWR apprenticeship guarantee a Railway job?

No. The notification clearly states that apprenticeship training does not confer any right to absorption or employment in Railway service.

Disclaimer

GovtJobDeck is an independent job-information platform and is not affiliated with Railway Recruitment Cell, North Western Railway or Indian Railways. This article has been prepared from the official Notice No. 04/2026 (NWR/AA), dated 30 September 2026. Training slots are provisional, and candidates should verify the latest official notification and application instructions before submitting the form.

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