Western Railway Recruitment 2026: Western Railway has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment Notification No: RRC/WR/04/2025 for 5,349 Apprentice vacancies across various trades. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website www.rrc-wr.com from 21 February 2026 to 23 March 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification and ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before submitting the online application.
Western Railway Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Western Railway |
| Notification No | RRC/WR/04/2025 |
| Job Category | Central Government Jobs |
| Post Type | Apprentice Training |
| Total Vacancies | 5,349 Posts |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 21.02.2026 |
| Last Date | 23.03.2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.rrc-wr.com/ |
Western Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2026
Post Name: Apprentice
Total Vacancies: 5,349 Posts
Zone-wise and trade-wise vacancy details are available in the official notification PDF.
Eligibility Criteria for Western Railway Apprentice 2026
Educational Qualification (As on 23.03.2026)
Candidates must have:
- Passed 10th Class (Matriculation) under the 10+2 system with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- Possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade affiliated with NCVT.
Eligible ITI Trades
- Fitter
- Welder
- Turner
- Machinist
- Carpenter
- Painter (General)
- Diesel Mechanic
- Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
- Programming & System Administration Assistant (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant)
- Electrician
- Electronics Mechanic
- Wireman
- Mechanic Refrigeration & AC
- Pipe Fitter
- Plumber
- Draftsman (Civil)
- Stenographer (English)
- Forger and Heat Treater
- Machinist (Grinder)
Western Railway Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (As on 23.03.2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 Years
- OBC Candidates: 3 Years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 Years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
Western Railway Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection for Western Railway Apprentice 2026 will be based on:
- Merit List (Based on 10th & ITI Marks)
- Certificate Verification
Hall tickets for certificate verification will be sent to the registered email IDs of shortlisted candidates 4 to 7 days before verification.
Western Railway Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: No Fee
- All Other Candidates: ₹100/-
- Payment Mode: Online
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 21 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 23 March 2026
How to Apply for Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: https://www.rrc-wr.com/
- Click on the “Apprentice Recruitment 2026” link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Advertisement for Western Railway: | Notification PDF |
| Online Application Form for Western Railway: | Apply Link |
| Official Career Page of Western Railway: | Website Link |
Final Words
The Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates seeking Central Government training positions in Indian Railways. With 5,349 vacancies, eligible candidates should apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Stay updated for further announcements regarding the merit list and certificate verification schedule.
