RRC WR Online Apply for Apprentice Training 2026: Western Railway has released a notification about their apprentice program for the year 2025-2026. This Apprenticeship Training Program has the great chance for the candidates to get a future govt. job in Railway. Application will starts from 21 February and will be continued till 23rd March 2026 (Notification No. RRC/WR04/2025). Check all the details about this apprentice training like; Age limit and Relaxation, Application Process, Selection Process, Eligibility etc. in this post.
| RRC WR Online Apply for Apprentice Training 2026: Notification Details NaukriPaper.com | |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Board | Railway Recruitment cell |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice |
| Total No. of Post | 5,349 |
| Location | State wise |
| Stipend | As per Railway Board Rules |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Age limit Minimum | 15-24 years |
| Education | 10th and ITI Certificate |
| Application deadline date | 23 March 2026 |
| Category | Contract basis |
| Notification Number | RRC/WR04/2025 |
| Apply Process | Online |
| Selection Process | Merit list |
Important Dates:
- Online Application Start Date: 21 February 2026 (11:00 AM)
- Application Last Date: 23 march 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Application fees Last Date: 23 March 2026
- Merit List: Notify Later
Candidates are advised to confirm the information from the official website of RRC.
Application Fees:
| General/OBC | 100/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | No Fees |
| You can pay the application fee through any online method such as Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI or Bank Challan. | |
Age Limit as on 23/03/2026:
- Minimum Age : 15 Years
- Maximum Age : 24 Years
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| EX/Servicemen | 10 + Military service served + 3 years (Service should be minimum 6 Month ) |
Birth Range for Eligibility:
| Category | Born Between |
|---|---|
| General | 24/03/2002 – 23/03/2011 |
| SC/ST | 24/03/1997 – 23/03/2011 |
| OBC | 24/03/1999 – 23/03/2011 |
| PwBD Gen | 24/03/1992 – 23/03/2011 |
| PwBD SC/ST | 24/03/1987 – 23/03/2011 |
| PwBD OBC | 24/03/1989 – 23/03/2011 |
| Ex-Servicemen Gen | 24 years + defence service upto 10 years + 3 years – 23/03/2011 |
| Ex-Servicemen SC/ST | 29 years + defence service upto 10 years + 3 years – 23/03/2011 |
| Ex-Servicemen OBC | 27 years + defence service upto 10 years + 3 years – 23/03/2011 |
Apprenticeship slots Breakdown:
| Divison | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Head Quarter Office | 48 |
| BCT Division | 1332 |
| BRC Division | 582 |
| ADI Division | 1073 |
| RTM Division | 492 |
| RJT Division | 256 |
| BVP Division | 245 |
| PL W/Shop | 437 |
| Mix W/Shop | 146 |
| BVP W/Shop | 181 |
| DHD W/Shop | 359 |
| PRTN W/Shop | 73 |
| SBI ENGG W/Shop | 100 |
| SBI Signal W/Shop | 25 |
| Total Number of Posts | 5349 |
Eligibility Criteria:
1) Education Qualification
- Candidates passed the matriculation 10th class under 10+2 Examination System with minimum 50% marks by a recognized board will be eligible.
2) Technical Qualification:
- Candidate should holds a ITI certificate in these relevant trades.
| Slot Name | ITI Trade Feild |
|---|---|
| Fitter | Fitter |
| Welder | Welder |
| Turner | Turner |
| Machinist | Machinist |
| Carpenter | Carpenter |
| Painter | Painter |
| Diesel Mechanic | Diesel Mechanic |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) |
| Programming & System Administration Assistant | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant |
| Electrician | Electrician |
| Electronics Mechanic | Electronics Mechanic |
| Wiremen | Wiremen/Electrician |
| Mechanic Refrigeration & AC | Mechanic Refrigeration & AC |
| Pipe Fitter | Pipe Fitter/Plumber |
| Plumber | Plumber |
| Draftsmen (Civil) | Draftsmen (Civil) |
| Stenographer | Stenographer (English) |
| Forger & Heat Treater | Forger & Heat Treater |
| Machinist (Grinder) | Turner/Machinist/Machinist (Grinder) |
Selection Process:
- Merit List ( Based on the Metric & ITI Exam Marks equally ).
- Document Verification.
Stipend:
- Stipend will be provided by the Rules of Railway Board.
How to Apply:
- Candidates who are eligible and interested for this recruitment can apply online by following the below steps-
- Candidates can apply by visiting the Official website; https://rrc-wr.com/ the application link and instruction will be available on the RRC’s Site.
- Candidates should fill all their details carefully.
- Keep the Aadhar card while filling the form.
- Details of the candidates should match their documents.
- Candidate can choose only one Division/Workshop in the application.
- Candidates are required to upload documents like; 10th mark sheet, birth certificate, ITI Mark sheet, NCVT certificate, Cast certificate, passport size photo, scanned signature copy etc.
- Pay the application fee and complete the application.
- Keep the application copy for future references.
Important instructions:
- Candidates who will be completed One year training program and hold the Apprentice training certificate (CCAA) will be preferred for the 20% vacancies in Level-1 Post (Pay Scale- 18,000-56,900/- ) Recruitment of RRB.
- Candidates with results still in waiting till the last date of application will not be eligible for this training.
- Ex- Servicemen who have already got the benefit of their ex-servicemen status for govt. civil post will not be eligible.
- Candidates that don’t get covered under any category reservation and with gross income of 8 lakhs will get the reservation benefit under EWS Category.
- Candidates who will get the call for document verification needs to submit Medical Certificate too.
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Disclaimer
This job posting is for informational purposes only on this website, we are not a recruitment agency and do not guarantee selection or employment.
Frequently Asked Questions: RRC WR Online Apply for Apprentice Training 2026
Q. When will the application for WR Trade Apprentice program will begin?
Ans. Online applications for this Training program will begin on 21th February 2026.
Q. What is the Basis of selection in WR Trade Apprentice program?
Ans. The Candidate will be selected by on the basis of merit list.
Q. Is there any recruitment opportunity after completing this Training?
Ans. Yes, candidate who successfully complete this training and get the Apprentice certificate will get the chance for future recruitment in Level-1 in Railway on 20% reservation.
