NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 2,008 Slots on Merit
Quick answer: North Western Railway's Railway Recruitment Cell, Jaipur (RRC Jaipur) is engaging 2,008 Act Apprentices in Rajasthan under notice 04/2026 (NWR/AA). Online applications run from 7 October to 6 November 2026 (23:59) at rrcjaipur.in. Selection is on merit from Class 10 and ITI marks; no written exam is mentioned.
Key takeaways
RRC Jaipur has notified 2,008 apprentice training slots across four North Western Railway divisions and four workshop units in Rajasthan.
Applications are accepted online only at rrcjaipur.in between 7 October and 6 November 2026, closing at 23:59.
Candidates need Class 10 with at least 50% aggregate marks plus an NCVT or SCVT trade certificate, and must be 15 to under 24 years old on 6 November 2026.
Selection is purely on merit, using the simple average of Class 10 and ITI percentages, with no written test mentioned.
The fee is ₹100, while SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates pay nothing; apprenticeship does not guarantee a railway job afterwards.
Last updated: 3 October 2026
NWR apprentice recruitment 2026 is now officially notified. The Railway Recruitment Cell of North Western Railway in Jaipur, Rajasthan, published its detailed notice on 1 October 2026 for engaging 2,008 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the 2026-27 training year. The online window opens on 7 October 2026 and shuts at 23:59 on 6 November 2026. Because the shortlist is drawn from marks you already hold, the biggest factor in your chances is choosing the right unit and trade before you hit submit.
This guide sets out the dates, the slot split by division, the eligibility rules, the fee and the exact application steps, all taken from the official notification.
What is NWR apprentice recruitment 2026?
It is the 2026-27 engagement of ITI-qualified candidates as Act Apprentices at North Western Railway (NWR) divisions and workshops, with RRC Jaipur acting as the nodal agency that collects applications and prepares merit lists. Here are the core facts at a glance.
Notice number: 04/2026 (NWR/AA), dated 30 September 2026
Organisation: Railway Recruitment Cell, North Western Railway, Jaipur
Total training slots: 2,008 (provisional, may rise or fall)
Detailed notice published: 1 October 2026
Online application opens: 7 October 2026
Last date to apply: 6 November 2026, 23:59
Selection: Merit list from Class 10 and ITI marks
Application fee: ₹100; nil for SC, ST, PwBD and women
Where to apply: rrcjaipur.in only
How many slots does each division and workshop have?
The Jaipur division has the largest share with 580 slots, followed by Bikaner (524) and Ajmer (500). You may pick only one unit, and merit lists are drawn up unit by unit, so this breakdown matters.
DRM Office, Jaipur: 580
DRM Office, Bikaner: 524
DRM Office, Ajmer: 500
DRM Office, Jodhpur: 134
B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer: 101
B.T.C. Loco, Ajmer: 69
Carriage Workshop, Jodhpur: 67
Carriage Workshop, Bikaner: 33
Total: 2,008
Adding up the unit tables in the notice gives this category-wise split: 845 unreserved, 543 OBC, 295 SC, 143 ST and 182 EWS. Slots for persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) and ex-servicemen sit inside these totals rather than on top of them.
Which ITI trades are included?
The notice covers mechanical, electrical, signalling and civil trades. They include Fitter, Electrician, Diesel Mechanic, Welder, Carpenter, Painter, Mason, Pipe Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA), Turner/Machinist, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Blacksmith and Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance. The largest single blocks are Fitter (Mechanical), with 220 slots in the Bikaner division and 164 in Jaipur, followed by Electronics Mechanic (S&T) with 127 and Electrician (Elect./G) with 123, both in Jaipur. Not every trade exists in every unit, so check the unit table in the PDF against your ITI trade.
Who is eligible to apply?
You must have passed Class 10 (or equivalent) with at least 50% aggregate marks and hold a National Trade Certificate in the notified trade from NCVT or SCVT. Marks are not rounded off, so 49.9% does not qualify.
Age: at least 15 years, and not yet 24 years, on 6 November 2026.
Upper age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Ex-servicemen: up to 10 additional years to the extent of Defence service plus 3 years, subject to at least six months of continuous service.
Qualification timing: you must already hold your qualifications on the day you apply; those still awaiting final results should not apply.
Certificates: OBC candidates need a Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 1 April 2026 in the Central Government format, and EWS candidates need the prescribed EWS certificate at document verification.
Is there an exam for the NWR apprentice merit list?
No written test is mentioned. RRC Jaipur ranks applicants by the simple average of their Class 10 percentage (all subjects counted) and their ITI percentage in the relevant trade.
For example, a candidate with 68% in Class 10 and 84% in ITI would have a merit score of 76%. Ties are broken first in favour of the older candidate and then, if birth dates match, in favour of whoever passed Class 10 earlier. Final lists are prepared division-wise, trade-wise and community-wise, and shortlisted candidates then face document verification and a medical check at the unit they selected.
What is the application fee?
All candidates other than SC, ST, PwBD and women pay a non-refundable ₹100 online through the payment gateway on rrcjaipur.in. SC and ST candidates, PwBD candidates and women pay no fee.
How to apply on rrcjaipur.in
Applications are online only, and paper copies sent by post are ignored. Keep these documents and details ready before 7 October.
Open rrcjaipur.in and select the Apprentice (04/2026) online application link once it goes live on 7 October 2026.
Register with an active mobile number and email ID, plus your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
Enter your name, father's name and date of birth exactly as printed on your Class 10 certificate.
Choose one division or unit and your ITI trade after confirming that unit has slots for that trade.
Upload a recent colour photo (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20 to 70 KB) and your signature (3.5 cm x 2.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 100 DPI, 20 to 30 KB).
Pay the fee if it applies to you, then submit and note your registration number.
Print the completed form; you will need it at document verification.
Is there a stipend, and will I get a railway job?
The notice says training period and stipend follow the extant rules and directives of the Railway Board; a specific stipend amount is not stated in the notification. No hostel is provided, so you must arrange your own stay.
Crucially, completing the apprenticeship does not give you a right to a permanent railway post. The notice cites the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, under which the employer is not obliged to offer a job and the apprentice is not obliged to accept one.
Common mistakes that get NWR applications rejected
Selecting a unit that has no slots for your ITI trade; you cannot edit the choice after final submission.
Filing more than one application, even with a different email or mobile number. All of them are rejected.
Mismatched spelling of names or date of birth compared with the Class 10 certificate.
Uploading an old or blurry photo, or files outside the stated size limits.
Waiting for the final days, when heavy traffic can stop the site loading; RRC says it is not responsible for such failures.
Beware of fake railway apprentice offers
Scam warning: Genuine recruiters never ask for money for a "confirmed seat", "confirmed job" or "joining kit". Government offer letters are never sent from free email addresses such as Gmail or Yahoo. The only legitimate payment is the ₹100 application fee (or nil) paid inside the official form. Apply only on rrcjaipur.in. The notice also warns that canvassing in any form will disqualify a candidate.
What this means for you
If you are an ITI pass-out aged under 24 with decent Class 10 marks, this intake rewards the marks you already have, and no written test is mentioned. Work out your merit score now, compare unit tables to find where your trade has the most slots, and apply early in the window. If you are also looking at other government openings, see our guide to Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026, and polish your profile with How to Write a Resume With No Experience (2026) and Tell Me About Yourself: 12 Interview Answers (2026).
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for NWR apprentice recruitment 2026?
The last date is 6 November 2026, with the online form closing at 23:59. Applications open on 7 October 2026 at rrcjaipur.in.
Is there any exam for the NWR apprentice 2026 selection?
No written exam is mentioned in the notice. Selection is based on a merit list using the simple average of your Class 10 and ITI percentages, followed by document verification and a medical check.
What is the age limit for NWR apprentice 2026?
Candidates must be at least 15 and must not have completed 24 years on 6 November 2026. The upper limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
How much is the NWR apprentice application fee?
The fee is ₹100, non-refundable and paid online. SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates are exempt from the fee.
Can I apply for more than one division in NWR apprentice 2026?
No. Candidates must choose only one division or unit, and anyone who submits multiple applications will have all of them rejected.
What is the stipend for NWR apprentices?
The notification does not state a figure. It says the training period and stipend will follow the rules and directives issued by the Railway Board from time to time.
Will NWR apprentices get a permanent railway job?
Not automatically. The notice states that training does not confer any right to absorption in the railway, and the employer is not obliged to offer employment after the apprenticeship.
Sources
This article was compiled by Jobsiz from the sources listed above, with AI-assisted writing and automated fact-checking. Published 3 October 2026. We update stories when new verified information becomes available.