Overview
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Western Railway has released the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 2,008 vacancies across its divisions and workshops. Eligible candidates can submit online applications from 23 October to 22 November 2026 through the official recruitment portal at rrcjaipur.in.
The recruitment drive is intended to engage apprentices in designated trades under the Apprentices Act. Applicants should carefully check the trade-wise requirements, age criteria and document instructions before registering.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, North Western Railway |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 2,008 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | rrcjaipur.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | 23 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 22 November 2026 |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should complete registration and fee payment well before the closing date to avoid technical problems. Any schedule for document verification or publication of the merit list will be announced separately on the official website.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates should have passed Class 10 or an equivalent examination under the 10+2 system from a recognised board.
- A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Class 10 is generally required, subject to the conditions stated in the detailed notification.
- Applicants must possess a National Trade Certificate or ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT or SCVT.
- The prescribed educational and technical qualifications must have been obtained by the application closing date.
- Candidates should select only those divisions, units and trades for which they hold the required ITI qualification.
Age Limit
- The minimum age is expected to be 15 years, while the upper age limit is generally 24 years, calculated on the cutoff date specified in the notification.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit will apply to SC, ST, OBC, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and other eligible categories under government rules.
- The date of birth recorded in the matriculation certificate or an equivalent official record will normally be accepted for age verification.
- Applicants should consult the notification PDF for the exact cutoff date and category-wise relaxation provisions.
Fees
- The application fee is expected to be Rs 100 for candidates required to pay the fee.
- SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates are generally exempt from payment, subject to the official terms.
- Payment must be completed online through the options available on the application portal.
- Bank or transaction charges, if applicable, may need to be paid separately. The fee is ordinarily non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Merit list: Candidates will generally be shortlisted on the basis of marks obtained in Class 10 and the relevant ITI trade, following the calculation method prescribed by RRC North Western Railway. A separate written examination is not normally conducted for apprentice engagement.
- Document verification: Shortlisted applicants will be called to produce original academic certificates, ITI documents, category certificates, identity proof and other required records.
- Medical examination: Candidates who clear document verification must meet the medical fitness standards applicable to apprenticeship training before final engagement.
Selection as an apprentice does not automatically create a right to permanent employment in the Railways. Applicants should read the engagement conditions in the detailed notification before applying.
How to Apply
- Visit the official RRC North Western Railway recruitment website at rrcjaipur.in.
- Open the link for Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 and download the detailed notification.
- Read the eligibility conditions, vacancy distribution, trade requirements and instructions for uploading documents.
- Select the online application link and complete registration using an active mobile number and email address.
- Enter personal, academic and ITI details exactly as they appear on the supporting certificates.
- Choose the appropriate division, unit and designated trade, wherever the application form provides those options.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature, Class 10 certificate, ITI certificate and category or disability certificate, if applicable, in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee online if the fee applies to your category.
- Review the completed form carefully, submit it and save the final confirmation page or application number.
- Retain a printout of the submitted application and payment receipt for document verification and future reference.
Important Links
FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available under RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment notification covers 2,008 Act Apprentice posts in North Western Railway units and designated trades.
2. What is the last date to apply online?
The online application must be submitted by 22 November 2026. Candidates are advised not to wait until the final day.
3. Is there a written examination for apprentice selection?
Selection is generally based on an academic and ITI merit list, followed by document verification and medical examination. Candidates should verify the final procedure in the official notification.
