RRC North Western Railway (NWR) Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Jaipur, has announced a significant opportunity for ITI certificate holders. Under notification number 04/2026 (NWR/AA), the North Western Railway (NWR) is seeking to engage 2,008 Act Apprentices for various training slots across its divisions and workshops for the 2026-27 session. This recruitment drive is a perfect entry point for those looking to gain practical experience in the Indian Railways.
| Recruiting Body | North Western Railway (NWR), RRC Jaipur |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Training Slots | 2,008 |
| Selection Type | Merit-Based (No Exam) |
| Work Location | Rajasthan (Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur) |
| Application Mode | Online |
Division-Wise Vacancy Details
The 2,008 training positions are distributed across the following units:
- DRM Office, Ajmer: 500 Slots
- DRM Office, Bikaner: 524 Slots
- DRM Office, Jaipur: 580 Slots
- DRM Office, Jodhpur: 134 Slots
- B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer: 101 Slots
- B.T.C. LOCO, Ajmer: 69 Slots
- Carriage Workshop, Bikaner: 33 Slots
- Carriage Workshop, Jodhpur: 67 Slots
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Academic: Candidates must have cleared Class 10 (Matriculation) or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
- Technical: A National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant ITI trade issued by NCVT or SCVT is mandatory.
Age Limit (as of 06-11-2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates get 5 years, OBC candidates get 3 years, and PwBD candidates get 10 years of relaxation in the upper age limit.
Important Dates
- Notification Issued: September 30, 2026
- Online Application Starts: October 7, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: November 6, 2026 (up to 23:59 hrs)
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Exempted (No Fee) |
The fee must be paid online via the integrated payment gateway using credit/debit cards or net banking.
Selection Process
Selection will be finalized through a merit list prepared by calculating the average of the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50% required) and ITI. There is no written examination or viva. Final selection is subject to document verification and medical fitness standards.
How to Apply
- Visit the official RRC Jaipur website at www.rrcjaipur.in.
- Navigate to the "Apprentice Online Application" link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the bio-data and select your preferred Division/Unit.
- Upload a scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
Important Links
- Official Notification: Download PDF
- Official Website: RRC Jaipur