“RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026″The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway (WR) has officially activated the application process for the Act Apprentice 2026 recruitment. This is a golden opportunity to get hands-on training in one of the most prestigious government organizations in the country.
Application and Examination Name/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| ⁕ Name of Recruitment: RRC Western Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 ⁕ Conducting Body: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway ⁕ Total Posts: 5,349 |
Important Dates/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Important Date |
| Notification Release Date | 18 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 February 2026 (11:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 March 2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23 March 2026 |
| Merit List / Document Verification | To be announced (Expected in April/May 2026) |
Application Fee/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| General (UR) / OBC / EWS | 100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | NIL (No Fee) |
Educational Qualification/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| 1. Matriculation (10th Grade): Passed with a minimum of 50% marks (aggregate) from a recognized board 2. ITI Certificate: Must possess a National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) certificate in the relevant trade for which you are applying. ⁕ Important: Candidates with SCVT certificates are not eligible for this recruitment ⁕ Candidates awaiting results are also not eligible |
Age Limit & Age Relaxation/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Age Limit: ⁕ Minimum Age: 15 Years ⁕ Maximum Age: 24 Years |
| Age Relaxation: ⁕ SC/ST: 5 years (i.e., up to 29 years) ⁕ OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years (i.e., up to 27 years) ⁕ Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 years (additional relaxation over category norms) ⁕ Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms |
Total Number of Vacancies: 5,349 Posts/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Category | Total Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR / General) | 2166 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 1435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 552 |
| Total | 5349 |
Top Trades with High Vacancies/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Here are the top 10 where most of the vacancies are concentrated:
| Trade Name | Total Vacancies |
| Fitter | 1614 |
| Welder | 532 |
| PASSA (Programming & Systems Admin Assistant) | 280 |
| Electrician | 1217 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 236 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 207 |
| Painter (General) | 190 |
| Carpenter | 184 |
| Refrigeration & AC Mechanic | 184 |
| Pipe Fitter | 176 |
Job Location (Division-Wise)/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Western Railway Division | Total Post |
| BCT Division | 1332 |
| BRC Division | 582 |
| ADI Division | 1073 |
| RTM Division | 492 |
| RJT Division | 256 |
| BVP Division | 245 |
| PL W/Shop | 437 |
| MX W/Shop | 146 |
| BVP W/Shop | 181 |
| DHD W/Shop | 359 |
| PRTN W/Shop | 73 |
| SBI Engg W/Shop | 100 |
| SBI Signal W/Shop | 25 |
| Head Quarter Office | 48 |
| Total Posts | 5349 |
How to Apply/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| 1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official portal at www.rrc-wr.com |
| 2. Find the Recruitment Link: On the homepage, look for the link that says “RRC/WR/04/2025 – Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026” and click on it |
| 3. Register Yourself: Click on “New Registration.” Enter your basic details like Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number. You will receive a Registration Number and Password |
| 4. Fill the Online Form: Log in with your credentials and carefully fill in all the details ⁕ Personal details (Date of Birth, Gender, Category) ⁕ Educational qualifications (10th marks, ITI details) ⁕ Choose your preferred Division/Workshop (only one choice) ⁕ Enter your Aadhaar number (mandatory) |
| 5. Upload Documents: Scan and upload the following documents in the prescribed format (JPEG/PDF, within the size limit) ⁕ Passport-size Photograph ⁕ Scanned Signature ⁕ 10th Marksheet (with 50%+ marks) ⁕ ITI Certificate (NCVT) and Marksheets ⁕ Caste Certificate (if applicable) ⁕ PwD Certificate (if applicable) ⁕ Aadhaar Card |
| 6. Pay the Application Fee: If you are in the General/OBC/EWS category, pay the Rs. 100 fee online. SC/ST/Women candidates can skip this step |
| 7. Final Submit & Print: Review all the details in the preview. Once satisfied, click “Final Submit.” Download and take a printout of the completed application form and the fee receipt (if paid) for future reference |
Selection Process and Examination Phases/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| ⁕ No Written Exam: There is no written test or interview |
| ⁕ Merit-Based Selection: Selection will be purely based on a merit list prepared for each trade |
| ⁕ Merit Score Calculation: The merit score is calculated by giving equal weightage (50% each) to your Class 10th marks and your ITI marks. Merit Marks = (Percentage in 10th + Percentage in ITI) / 2 |
| ⁕ Tie-Breaking Rule: If two candidates have the same merit score, the older candidate (by date of birth) will be preferred. If they have the same DOB, the one who passed the 10th exam earlier will get the nod |
| ⁕ Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification at their chosen division. You must bring all original documents |
| ⁕ Medical Examination: Candidates who clear DV must pass a medical fitness test as per Railway standards |
Pay Scale (Stipend)/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| ⁕ Stipend: As per the prescribed rates of the Railway Board. While the exact figure varies, the stipend for Railway apprentices generally falls in the range of Rs. 7,000 to 10,000 per month ⁕ Training Period: 1 Year ⁕ Benefits: Certificate of Proficiency from the National Council after passing the trade test ⁕ Future Preference: Candidates who complete their apprenticeship are given up to 20% preference in future direct recruitment for Level-1 posts in Railways. This is a huge advantage |
Important Link/RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| APPLY ONLINE | CLICK HERE |
| DOWNLOAD NOTIFICATION | CLICK HERE |
| OFFICIAL WEBSITE | CLICK HERE |
| FOR MORE VACANCIES | CLICK HERE |
| JOIN TELEGRAM CHANNEL | CLICK HERE |
| JOIN WHATSAPP CHANNEL | CLICK HERE |
1. When does the online application process start and end?
The application process starts on 16th February 2026 and ends on 9th March 2026 (5:00 PM)
2. What is the application fee for a General category female candidate?
As per the notification, all female candidates from Haryana have to pay a reduced fee of ₹250/-
3. I have done B.Tech in IT. Am I eligible to apply?
Yes, absolutely. A B.E./B.Tech in Information Technology (IT) is one of the accepted qualifications
4. Is HTET mandatory for this recruitment?
Yes, a valid HTET or STET qualification is mandatory for all applicants
5. What is the age relaxation for SC candidates?
SC candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Haryana Government norms, which is typically a 5-year relaxation
6. I forgot to print my application after submitting. Can I get it again?
Yes, you can log back in to the HPSC portal using your credentials before the last date and download the submitted application form
7. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the Screening Test
8. Will the Subject Knowledge Test be online or offline?
It is likely to be an offline (OMR-based) or a descriptive written test. The official notification suggests it will be conducted for 3 hours
9. Can I edit my application after submission?
Generally, no edits are allowed after final submission. You must fill out the form very carefully. However, HPSC sometimes provides a correction window for minor errors, which will be announced on the website
10. What is the weightage of the interview in the final selection?
The interview carries a weightage of 12.5% in the final merit