North Western Railway (NWR) has invited online applications for engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961 for the year 2026-27. A total of 2008 slots are available in various designated trades at Workshops/Units in the jurisdiction of North Western Railway under Notice No. 04/2026 (NWR/AA).
Online applications start from 07 October 2026 and the last date for submission is 06 November 2026 (up to 23:59 Hrs). Selection will be based on merit prepared from Matriculation and ITI marks followed by Document Verification. On this page, candidates can find division-wise vacancies, eligibility, fee and the apply online link.
North Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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Organization Name |
North Western Railway (NWR) |
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| Notice No. |
04/2026 (NWR/AA) |
| Post Name |
Act Apprentice |
| Total Slots |
2008 |
| Educational Qualification |
10th Pass (50% marks) + ITI in Related Trade |
| Application Fee |
₹100 / Nil |
| Selection Process |
Merit List + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
North Western Railway Jurisdiction |
| Last Date |
06 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
✅ North Western Railway Apprentice 2026 Division-wise Vacancies:
Division / Unit Name |
Total Slots |
|---|---|
Divisional Railway Manager Office, Ajmer |
500 |
Divisional Railway Manager Office, Jodhpur |
134 |
Divisional Railway Manager Office, Bikaner |
524 |
Divisional Railway Manager Office, Jaipur |
580 |
B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer |
101 |
B.T.C. LOCO, Ajmer |
69 |
Carriage Works Shop, Bikaner |
33 |
Carriage Works Shop, Jodhpur |
67 |
Total |
2008 |
Apprentices will be engaged for imparting training under the Apprentices Act 1961 in the designated trades at Workshops/Units under North Western Railway. Exact trade-wise slots will be available in the detailed notification. Engagement is purely for training and does not confer any right for regular appointment.
✅ North Western Railway Apprentice Eligibility Criteria:
- The candidate must have passed 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 examination system) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate (No Rounding off will be done) from a recognized Board.
- Must possess National Trade Certificate in the notified trade issued by National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) / State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).
Candidates should carefully check the detailed notification for trade-wise eligibility and other conditions before applying. Only candidates who fulfill the minimum educational qualification will be considered for the merit list.
✅ North Western Railway Apprentice Selection Process:
- Merit List prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Matriculation (with minimum 50% aggregate marks) + ITI marks.
- Document Verification.
Final engagement will be based on the merit list and successful verification of documents. Candidates must produce original certificates at the time of Document Verification.
✅ North Western Railway Apprentice Application Fee:
- For all candidates except SC/ST, PwBD and Women: ₹100/- (Non-refundable).
- SC/ST, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Women: Nil.
- Payment Method: Online Payment Gateway only.
Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates must pay the fee as per their category while submitting the online application.
✅ Important Dates:
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Date |
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Date of Publication of Detailed Notification on RRC website |
01 October 2026 |
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Date and time of start of Online Application |
07 October 2026 |
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Date and time of closing of Online Application |
06 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
✅ Important Links:
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NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Detailed Notification PDF |
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Apply Online for NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
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Latest Railway Vacancy Notifications 2026-27 |
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✅ How to Apply for North Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
Applications complete in all respects should be submitted ONLINE ONLY till 23:59 Hrs of the closing date. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website of Railway Recruitment Cell, Jaipur at https://www.rrcjaipur.in/.
➢ Step 2: Open the Apprentice Engagement Notice No. 04/2026 and read the detailed notification carefully.
➢ Step 3: Register and fill the online application form with correct personal, educational and trade details between 07 October 2026 and 06 November 2026.
➢ Step 4: Upload the required documents and pay the application fee online (if applicable) through the payment gateway.
➢ Step 5: Submit the application and take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Incomplete applications or applications without required fee (where applicable) will be rejected. Keep checking the RRC website for updates regarding Document Verification and other stages. Engagement as Apprentice does not guarantee regular employment in Railways.
✅ FAQs:
How many slots are available in North Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 2008 slots are available for engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961 over North Western Railway for the year 2026-27 under Notice No. 04/2026 (NWR/AA).
What is the last date to apply for NWR Apprentice Recruitment?
The last date and time for closing of Online Application is 06 November 2026 at 23:59 Hrs. Online applications start from 07 October 2026. Detailed notification was published on 01 October 2026.
What is the educational qualification required for NWR Apprentice?
Candidates must have passed 10th class examination or its equivalent with minimum 50% marks in aggregate (no rounding off) from a recognized Board and must possess National Trade Certificate in the notified trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
What is the selection process for NWR Apprentice 2026?
Selection is based on Merit List prepared from marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) + ITI marks, followed by Document Verification. No written examination is mentioned in the notification.
What is the application fee for NWR Apprentice Recruitment?
Application fee is ₹100/- (non-refundable) for general candidates. SC/ST, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Women candidates are exempted from payment of fee. Fee is payable online only.
Is this a regular job in Railways?
No. This is engagement of Act Apprentices for imparting training under the Apprentices Act 1961. It does not confer any right for regular appointment in North Western Railway or Indian Railways.
How to apply for North Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Apply online only through https://www.rrcjaipur.in/ from 07 October 2026 to 06 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs). Fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee (if applicable) and submit. Take a printout for reference. No offline application is accepted.