Railway RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 5,349 Vacancies Announced  

Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway (WR), Mumbai has invited online applications for Apprentice posts. This recruitment drive offers 5,349 vacancies across various categories. Candidates looking for railway apprenticeship training opportunity should not miss this chance.

Railway RRC WR Apprentice 2026: Quick Overview  
Recruitment Body : Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway (WR), Mumbai  

Advt. No. : RRC/WR/04/2025  

Post Name : Apprentice  

Total Vacancies : 5,349 Posts  

Application Mode : Online  

Selection Process : Merit List Based  

Application Fee  

General / OBC / EWS : ₹100/-  

SC / ST / PwBD / Women : ₹0/-  

Payment Mode : Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Wallet  

Age Limit (As on 23 March 2026)  

Minimum Age : 15 Years  

Maximum Age : 24 Years  

Age Relaxation : As per Railway RRC WR Rules  

Educational Qualification  

• Must have passed Class 10th (High School) with minimum 50% marks  

• Must hold ITI Certificate in relevant trade  

Category Wise Vacancy Details  

General : 2166  

OBC : 1435  

EWS : 552  

SC : 800  

ST : 396  

Mode of Selection  

• Selection will be based purely on Merit List prepared on the basis of 10th marks and ITI marks.  

• No written examination will be conducted.  

Salary Structure & Benefits Analysis  

Stipend : As per Apprenticeship Rules of Indian Railways  

• 1 Year Training Period  

• Monthly Stipend provided during training  

• Skill Development in Railway Workshops  

• Practical Technical Experience  

• Certificate after successful completion  

Note: Apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent Railway job but gives valuable industrial experience.

Who Should Consider Applying?  

• Candidates aged 15–24 years who have completed 10th + ITI.  

• Students looking for technical skill development.  

• Fresh ITI pass candidates wanting railway workshop exposure.  

• Candidates aiming for future railway or technical sector jobs.  

Who May Reconsider Before Applying?  

• Candidates expecting permanent government job directly.  

• Those without minimum 50% in 10th.  

• Applicants without relevant ITI trade certificate.  

• Candidates not willing to undergo practical workshop training.  

Preparation Strategy Insight  

Since selection is merit-based:  

1. Ensure Accurate Marks Entry  

Fill 10th and ITI marks carefully — merit depends on it.  

2. Keep Documents Ready  

Prepare original 10th marksheet, ITI certificate, caste certificate (if applicable).  

3. Verify Trade Eligibility  

Apply only for trade matching your ITI qualification.  

4. Avoid Form Mistakes  

Double-check percentage calculation and category selection.  

How to Apply  

• Visit official RRC WR website.  

• Complete online registration.  

• Fill application form carefully.  

• Upload required documents.  

• Pay application fee (if applicable).  

• Submit and take printout for future reference.