RRC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 5,349 Vacancies Announced, Apply Online Now

RRC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Western Railway, under the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), has released the ITI Apprentice Notification for 2026 on February 18, 2026. A total of 5,349 Apprentice vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No. RRC/WR/04/2025.

Eligible candidates must have passed the 10th grade with a minimum of 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. Applications can be submitted online through the official website, www.rrc-wr.com. The application window is now open and will close on March 23, 2026. 

Important Dates 

• Notification Date: 18 February 2026
• Start Date to Apply: 21 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 23 March 2026

Eligibility Criteria 

• Applicants must have passed Matriculation (10th class) under the 10+2 examination system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
• Applicants must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade, affiliated to NCVT.

Age Limit 

• Applicants must be 15 years of age and must not have attained 24 years of age as on 23/03/2026.
• SC/ST Candidates: Upper age limit relaxed by 5 years.
• OBC Candidates: Upper age limit relaxed by 3 years.
• Persons with Disabilities (PWD): Upper age limit relaxed by 10 years.
• Ex-Servicemen: The upper age limit is relaxed by an additional 10 years for Ex-Servicemen, plus the length of military service rendered, and an additional 3 years, provided they have completed a minimum of 6 months continuous service in the Defence Forces.

Application Fees 

General / OBC: Rs 100/-

SC / ST / PwBD / Women: No Fee

Stipend

Selected apprentices will undergo 1-year training and receive a stipend as per:

• Railway Board rules
• Apprentices Act guidelines

How to apply for RRC Apprentice Recruitment 2026