Railway RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5349 Western Railway Vacancies
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway Mumbai has released the official notification for RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is being conducted to fill 5349 Apprentice posts in various trades under Western Railway.
The online application process started on 21 February 2026 and will remain open until 23 March 2026. Candidates who have passed 10th class with ITI certificate can apply for this apprenticeship program.
This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to start their career with Indian Railways through a merit-based selection process.
| Organization | Western Railway (RRC WR Mumbai) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 5349 Posts |
| Apply Start | 21 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 23 March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Merit Based |
| Age Limit | 15 – 24 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
Vacancy Details
This recruitment includes 5349 apprentice seats across multiple trades and divisions of Western Railway.
Category Wise Vacancies
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 2166 |
| OBC | 1435 |
| EWS | 552 |
| SC | 800 |
| ST | 396 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
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Passed 10th (Matriculation) with minimum 50% marks
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ITI certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute
This is mandatory for all trades.
Age Limit (As on 23 March 2026)
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Minimum Age: 15 Years
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Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Relaxation
Railways provide relaxation as per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Free |
Payment Mode
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Debit Card
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Credit Card
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Net Banking
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UPI / Wallet
Selection Process
The selection process is very simple compared to other railway exams.
👉 No written exam
👉 No interview
Selection Based On:
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Merit list prepared from:
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10th marks
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ITI marks
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Candidates with higher academic scores will get selected.
Important Dates
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Application Start: 21 Feb 2026
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Last Date to Apply: 23 March 2026
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Fee Payment Last Date: 23 March 2026
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Merit List: Notify Later
How to Apply for RRC WR Apprentice 2026
Follow these steps:
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Visit official RRC WR website
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Click on Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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Register with email & mobile
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Fill application form carefully
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Upload documents
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Pay application fee
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Submit and take printout
👉 Always read official notification before applying.
Why Apply for Railway Apprentice?
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Entry into Indian Railways
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No exam required
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Skill-based training
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Stipend during training
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Future railway job opportunities
Final Words
The Railway RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest apprentice recruitments with 5349 vacancies. Since selection is purely merit-based, candidates with good 10th and ITI marks have a strong chance of selection.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, don’t miss this opportunity and apply before 23 March 2026.
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