North Western Railway (NWR), through Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC Jaipur), has released Notice No. 04/2026 (NWR/AA) for engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
A total of 2,008 Apprentice training slots are available across various NWR divisions and workshops, including Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur and Jodhpur. The online application process will start on 7 October 2026 and continue until 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM. The official RRC Jaipur website currently lists the 04/2026 Apprentice recruitment.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: No separate work experience is required. However, candidates must possess the prescribed ITI/NTC qualification in the relevant trade along with Class 10 qualification.
RRC NWR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | North Western Railway, Railway Recruitment Cell Jaipur |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 2,008 Training Slots |
| Age Limit | 15–24 Years |
| Qualification | Class 10 with 50% + Relevant ITI/NTC |
| Application Fee | ₹100; SC/ST/PwBD/Women – Nil |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Stipend | As per Apprenticeship Rules/Railway Board norms |
| Experience | No Prior Work Experience Required |
| Eligibility | Class 10 + Relevant NCVT/SCVT ITI/NTC |
| Training Location | NWR Divisions/Units – Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur & Jodhpur |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Detailed Notification | 1 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 7 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment offers 2,008 Apprentice training slots across 8 NWR units:
- Ajmer Division – 500
- Bikaner Division – 524
- Jaipur Division – 580
- Jodhpur Division – 134
- B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer – 101
- B.T.C. Loco, Ajmer – 69
- Carriage Workshop, Bikaner – 33
- Carriage Workshop, Jodhpur – 67
Trades include Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Carpenter, Painter, Diesel Mechanic, Turner, Machinist, Electronics Mechanic, COPA, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Mason and other notified trades.
Candidates should check the official notification for the exact trade-wise and category-wise vacancies before applying.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed Class 10/Matriculation with at least 50% aggregate marks.
- A valid National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT or SCVT.
- The required qualification must be available by the application date.
Age Limit
The candidate should be:
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per rules:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 years
- Ex-servicemen – as per prescribed rules
Experience
No previous work experience is required for the Act Apprentice engagement. The essential requirement is the prescribed Class 10 + relevant ITI/NTC qualification.
Stipend & Training
The apprenticeship training and stipend will be governed by the Apprentices Act and applicable Railway Board rules. The notification does not specify a fixed stipend amount.
This is an apprenticeship training opportunity and not a regular Railway job. Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee regular employment in Indian Railways.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a merit list prepared using:
- Percentage of marks in Matriculation
- Percentage of marks in relevant ITI
- Simple average of the two percentages
There is no written examination for the apprentice selection.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo Document Verification and Medical Examination as prescribed.
How to Apply for RRC NWR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRC Jaipur website.
- Visit the official RRC Jaipur website.
- Open Apprentice Recruitment 04/2026.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Select one eligible Division/Unit and relevant trade.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable ₹100 fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application before 6 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Download and save the submitted application for Document Verification.
Official Apply Link
Candidates should submit their application through the official Railway Recruitment Cell Jaipur portal. The official website currently provides the Apprentice 04/2026 recruitment section.
RRC Jaipur – Official Apply Portal
Details PDF Link
Candidates should read the official notification carefully for trade-wise vacancies, eligibility, age relaxation, reservation, documents, merit calculation and unit-wise requirements.
Download Official NWR Act Apprentice Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply Online |
| Details PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Visit RRC Jaipur Official Website |
FAQs – RRC NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many Apprentice posts are available?
There are 2,008 Act Apprentice training slots.
Q2. What is the qualification?
Candidates need Class 10 with at least 50% marks plus relevant ITI/NTC qualification.
Q3. Is work experience required?
No. Previous work experience is not required.
Q4. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 15 to 24 years, with applicable category-wise relaxation.
Q5. Is there a written examination?
No. Selection is based on Matriculation and ITI marks merit.
Q6. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹100 for applicable candidates. SC/ST, PwBD and women candidates are exempt.
Q7. Where will the training be conducted?
Training will be conducted in eligible North Western Railway divisions/workshops, including Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur and Jodhpur.
Q8. Does apprenticeship guarantee a Railway job?
No. Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee regular employment in Indian Railways.