Railway Vacancy 2026: 5,349 Apprentice Posts in Western Railway – No Exam, Direct Merit Selection
Railway Recruitment 2026: Great news for job seekers looking for a career in the Indian Railways! The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway (WR) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 5,349 Apprentice positions.The most exciting part? There is No Written Exam and No Interview. Selection will be done purely on a merit basis, calculated from your 10th and ITI marks.
RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Organization | RRC western railway (WR) |
| Post name | Trade apprentice |
| Total post | 5,349 |
| Qualification | 10th pass + ITI certification |
| Application mode | Online |
| Selection process | Merit list (no examination) |
| Last date to apply | 23 March 2026 |
Important Dates to Remember
Notification Release: February 18, 2026
Application Starts: February 21, 2026 (11:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply: March 23, 2026 (05:00 PM)
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for these high-demand railway jobs, candidates must meet the following requirements:
Educational Qualification
Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board.
Must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Age Limit:
Minimum Age: 15 Years
Maximum Age: 24 Years
(Age relaxation: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PWD candidates as per government norms.)
Trade-Wise Vacancy (5,349 Posts)
The recruitment covers a wide range of technical trades across various divisions of Western Railway:
| Trade Name | Total Vacancies |
| Fitter | 1,850 |
| Electrician | 1,240 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 480 |
| Welder (Gas and Electronics) | 415 |
| Carpenter | 221 |
| Painter (Genral) | 215 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 185 |
| Machinist | 130 |
| Refrigeration and Ac Mechanic | 145 |
| PASSA/COPA | 258 |
| Others (wireman and Plumber) | 210 |
Selection Process (How Merit is Calculated)
There is no entrance test. The selection is based on a Merit List prepared by taking the average of:Percentage of marks in Matriculation (10th Class).
Percentage of marks in ITI.
Note: Both 10th and ITI marks will hold 50% weightage each. Candidates who clear the merit list will be called for Document Verification (DV) and a Medical Examination
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/
SC / ST / PWD / Female Candidates: Nil (Free)
How to Apply Online
Visit the official website: www.rrc-wr.com.Click on the link for “Apprentice Engagement 2025-26”.Register to get your User ID and Password.Fill in all personal and academic details accurately.Upload scanned copies of your 10th Marksheet, ITI Certificate, Photo, and Signature.Pay the fee (if applicable) and click on Submit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many posts are available in RRC WR Apprentice recruitment?Ans: There are a total of 5,349 vacancies available for various trades.
Q2: Is there any exam for this Railway vacancy?Ans: No, there is no written exam or interview. Selection is based strictly on merit (10th + ITI marks).
Q3: What is the age limit for this recruitment?Ans: Candidates should be between 15 to 24 years old. Age relaxation applies to reserved categories.
Q4: What are the benefits of doing a Railway Apprenticeship?Ans: You get a 20% reservation quota in Group D (Level-1) jobs and an exemption from the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
Disclaimer: This information is for guidance only. Please read the official notification carefully on the RRC WR website before applying.
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