Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Western Railway (NWR) has published a revised central notification (Notice No. 04/2026) inviting online applications for the engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961 for the year 2026-27. A total of 2008 training slots are available across various Workshops and Units within the NWR jurisdiction.
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NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 2,008 Act Apprentice slots. Apply online from 23 October to 22 November 2026. |
Key Highlights & Important Dates
| Organization | North Western Railway, RRC Jaipur |
|---|---|
| Advt. No. | 04/2026 (NWR/AA) - Revised |
| Total Slots | 2008 Slots |
| Online Start Date | October 23, 2026 |
| Online Closing Date | November 22, 2026 |
| Official Website | www.rrcjaipur.in |
Division & Unit-Wise Vacancy Details
Candidates must select only one Unit when applying online. Below are the participating divisions and workshops:
- Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Ajmer
- Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Bikaner
- Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Jaipur
- Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Jodhpur
- B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer
- B.T.C. LOCO, Ajmer
- Carriage Works Shop, Bikaner
- Carriage Works Shop, Jodhpur
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational & Technical Qualification
- Candidates must have passed the 10th class examination or its equivalent (under the 10+2 system) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board (no rounding off is permitted).
- Candidates must possess a National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the notified, relevant trade issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).
- Those awaiting final examination results are not eligible to apply.
2. Age Limit (As on 22.11.2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age Relaxations: SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year relaxation, OBC candidates receive a 3-year relaxation, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation. Ex-Servicemen receive up to 10 additional years based on defense service.
Application Fees
Fees must be paid online via the payment gateway integrated into the application portal. The fee is non-refundable:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
Selection Process
- Selection will be based entirely on a Merit List.
- The merit list will be prepared by taking the simple average of marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50%) and the ITI trade.
- There will be no centralized merit list; final lists will be drawn Division/Unit wise, trade wise, and community wise.
- In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate will be preferred. If dates of birth also tie, the candidate who passed matriculation earlier will be ranked higher.
- Shortlisted candidates will be subject to document verification and must produce a medical fitness certificate signed by a Gazetted Government Doctor (Annexure-IV).
How to Apply Online?
- Visit the official RRC Jaipur website at www.rrcjaipur.in.
- Register and fill out the personal details carefully. Candidates must have their 12-digit Aadhaar Card number ready for registration.
- Upload a recent, clear color photograph (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG format, 20 kb-70 kb) showing a clear front face without caps or sunglasses.
- Upload a scanned image of your signature (3.5 cm x 2.5 cm, JPG/JPEG format, 20 kb - 30kb).
- Complete the online fee payment (if applicable) and print a copy of the final submitted application form for future document verification. Do not send physical copies to the RRC.
