The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Western Railway, Jaipur has released Engagement of Apprentices Notice No. 04/2026 (NWR/AA) for 2008 Act Apprentice training slots for the year 2026-27. This is apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, not a regular railway job. Candidates with Class 10 and an ITI trade certificate can apply online. As of 05 October 2026, applications have not opened. They start on 07 October 2026.
RRC NWR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), North Western Railway, Jaipur |
| Notice Number | 04/2026 (NWR/AA) |
| Engagement Type | Act Apprentice under the Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Training Year | 2026-27 |
| Total Training Slots | 2008 (provisional) |
| Application Mode | Online only, at www.rrcjaipur.in |
| Selection Basis | Merit list (no written exam mentioned) |
The notification says the slot numbers are provisional. They may increase or decrease depending on the administration’s actual needs at the time of finalisation.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30.09.2026 |
| Detailed Notification Published on RRC Website | 01.10.2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 07.10.2026 |
| Online Application Ends | 06.11.2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Age Calculation Date | 06.11.2026 |
| Merit List, Document Verification and Medical Dates | This detail is not mentioned in the official notification. |
Division/Unit-wise Vacancy Details
This is a centralised notification, but no centralised merit list will be prepared. Merit lists are made unit-wise, trade-wise and community-wise. A candidate can choose only one unit.
| Division/Unit | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| DRM Office, Ajmer | 500 |
| DRM Office, Bikaner | 524 |
| DRM Office, Jaipur | 580 |
| DRM Office, Jodhpur | 134 |
| B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer | 101 |
| B.T.C. LOCO, Ajmer | 69 |
| Carriage Workshop, Bikaner | 33 |
| Carriage Workshop, Jodhpur | 67 |
| Total | 2008 |
B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer has 73 slots in Painter, Fitter and Welder, plus 28 in Electrician under the Electric Department.
Category-wise Slots
The totals below are the sum of the unit-wise tables in the official PDF.
| Category | Slots |
|---|---|
| UR | 845 |
| OBC | 543 |
| SC | 295 |
| ST | 143 |
| EWS | 182 |
| Total | 2008 |
PwBD (VI, HI, LD, MD) and Ex-Servicemen slots are included within these totals, not added separately. Trade-wise slots for each unit are in the official PDF. Trades include Fitter, Electrician (various types), Diesel Mechanic, Welder, Carpenter, Painter, Mason, Pipe Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, Turner/Machinist, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Black Smith, and Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance. The trades offered differ from unit to unit.
Warning: Choose a unit that has slots for your ITI trade. The notification says you cannot change your application after final submission. Multiple applications will lead to rejection of all applications.
Educational Qualification
- Class 10 pass (or equivalent under the 10+2 system) with at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognised Board. No rounding off will be done.
- National Trade Certificate in the notified trade, issued by NCVT or SCVT.
- You must hold the required qualifications from a recognised Board or institute on the date of submitting the application. Candidates awaiting final results should not apply.
Experience is not mentioned as a requirement in the official notification.
Age Limit and Relaxation
You must have completed 15 years and not completed 24 years of age as on 06.11.2026.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to an additional 10 years, limited to service rendered in the Defence Forces plus 3 years, subject to at least 6 months of continuous service |
The Ex-Servicemen relaxation does not apply to those who already joined government civil service after availing Ex-Servicemen status for engagement. Read para 8.4 of the notification for the full rule.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Non-refundable) |
|---|---|
| All candidates except those below | ₹100 |
| SC/ST, PwBD, Women | Nil |
Fee is paid online through the payment gateway during the application. Any transaction charges are borne by the candidate. If money is deducted but the application cannot be downloaded, use the “Verify Payment” button.
Stipend and Training Details
The training period and stipend will be as per rules and directives issued by the Railway Board from time to time. The exact stipend amount and training duration are not mentioned in the official notification. No hostel accommodation is provided.
Important: Training does not give any right to absorption or employment in the Railways after completion.
Selection Process
Selection is purely on merit. No written test or interview is mentioned in the notification.
- Merit list: Prepared from the simple average of the percentage of marks in Matriculation and ITI. Matric percentage uses marks in all subjects, not selected subjects. ITI percentage uses marks shown in the provisional or final certificate.
- Tie-break: If marks are equal, the older candidate is preferred. If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier is preferred.
- Document verification and medical examination: Held in the opted division/unit, based on merit, trade and vacancy.
Documents Required
Documents are checked at document verification. Keep the originals ready.
- Matriculation certificate and marksheet (name, father’s name and date of birth must match your application exactly)
- ITI (NCVT/SCVT) trade certificate and marksheet
- Aadhaar card
- Printout of the online application and two extra photographs
- SC/ST caste certificate in the Central Government format (Annexure I)
- OBC caste certificate and Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026 (Annexure II), plus OBC declaration (Annexure IIA)
- EWS certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure III)
- Discharge certificate for Ex-Servicemen, or the parent’s discharge or serving certificate for their children
- Disability certificate from a competent Medical Board for PwBD candidates (Annexure V)
- Medical fitness certificate (Annexure IV) signed by a Government-authorised Gazetted doctor, not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon, of a Central or State hospital
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website www.rrcjaipur.in on or after 07.10.2026.
- Open the online application link for Apprentice Notification 04/2026.
- Register with your Aadhaar number, name, father’s name and date of birth exactly as in your Matriculation certificate.
- Enter a working mobile number and email ID. Keep both active throughout the process.
- Select one division/unit and your ITI trade.
- Upload your photograph and signature (specifications below).
- Pay the fee online if applicable (not required for SC/ST, PwBD and women).
- Download and print the application. Note your Registration Number.
| Upload | Specification |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Colour, 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20 KB to 70 KB, front view, no cap or sunglasses, taken within the last three months |
| Signature | 3.5 cm x 2.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20 KB to 30 KB |
Do not send hard copies to RRC. They will not be considered. A helpline number will be published on the website from 07.10.2026, available 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except Sundays and holidays.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Choosing a unit with no slots for your ITI trade.
- Submitting more than one application, or using different details or contact information across applications. All such applications are rejected.
- Entering a name or date of birth that differs from the Matriculation certificate. This can lead to cancellation and debarment.
- Applying with less than 50% aggregate in Class 10.
- Applying before your ITI result is declared.
- Waiting for the last day. RRC accepts no responsibility for website congestion near the deadline.
Important Instructions
- Canvassing in any form disqualifies the candidature.
- Fake or false certificates can lead to discharge at any stage, even after selection.
- No travelling or daily allowance is paid for document verification.
- After selection, requests to change division, unit or trade will not be considered.
- Before training starts, the selected candidate (or the guardian, if a minor) must sign a Contract of Apprenticeship.
- Important messages are sent by email and SMS, and are treated as read by the candidate.
Beware of fake websites: Apply only through the official RRC Jaipur website. The notification does not ask for any payment other than the ₹100 fee, which is paid through the official online gateway.
Official Notification and Application Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website and Online Application | www.rrcjaipur.in (application link not yet live on 05.10.2026; opens 07.10.2026) |
| Official Notice Page (Apprentice 04/2026) | RRC Jaipur Notice Page |
| Corrigendum or Revised Notice | None published on the official site as of 05.10.2026. |
Conclusion
RRC NWR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 2008 apprenticeship slots to Class 10 pass candidates with a relevant NCVT/SCVT ITI certificate. Read the full notification PDF, confirm that your ITI trade has slots in your chosen unit, and keep your documents ready. Apply on www.rrcjaipur.in between 07 October and 06 November 2026, and do not wait for the last day.
Last updated: 05 October 2026. Always check the RRC Jaipur website for any corrigendum or date change before applying.
