RRC Western Railway (WR) Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway, Mumbai, has released a massive recruitment notification (Advt No. RRC/WR/04/2025) for the engagement of 5,349 Apprentices. This is one of the largest apprenticeship drives for 10th and ITI pass candidates looking to gain technical training in the Indian Railways.
📝 Recruitment Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 5,349 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Selection Mode | Merit Based (No Written Exam) |
📅 Important Dates
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Notification Date: 18 February 2026
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Online Application Starts: 21 February 2026
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Last Date to Apply: 23 March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
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Merit List Release: To b-e notified soon.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (as of 23-03-2026)
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Educational Qualification:
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10th Class (Matriculation) pass under 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
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ITI Certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT recognized).
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Age Limit:
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Minimum: 15 Years | Maximum: 24 Years.
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Age relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years).
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📂 Trade-Wise Vacancy Details (Major Trades)
| Trade Name | Vacancies | Trade Name | Vacancies |
| Fitter | 1614 | Painter (General) | 190 |
| Electrician | 1217 | Carpenter | 184 |
| Welder (G&E) | 705 | Plumber | 136 |
| PASAA/COPA | 280 | Wireman | 126 |
| Electronic Mech | 236 | Diesel Mechanic | 207 |
💸 Application Fee
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General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
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SC / ST / PwBD / Women: Exempted (NIL)
📂 Selection Process
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Merit List Preparation: The merit list will b-e prepared b-ased on the average of marks obtained in both Matriculation (10th) and ITI examination, giving equal weightage to both.
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Document Verification (DV): Candidates in the merit list will b-e called for verification at respective divisions.
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Medical Fitness: Submission of a medical certificate in the prescribed format is mandatory.
Important Links
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More Info Link: Notification Link
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Website: Click Here
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WhatsApp Group Link: Click Here
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