Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC), West Zone, Mumbai has released the IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 27 Apprentice posts in four trades.
The vacancies include COPA, Executive – Procurement, HR Executive – Payroll and Employee Data Management, and Marketing Operations & Analytics. The apprenticeship training period is 12 months.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 30 September 2026 to 18 October 2026 through the National Apprenticeship portal. Selection will be based purely on Matriculation merit, with no written examination or interview.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: This is an apprenticeship recruitment. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training, or have 1 year or more of job experience, are not eligible as per the prescribed conditions. Candidates must also satisfy the trade-wise qualification requirements.
IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC), West Zone |
| Post Names | COPA, Executive – Procurement, HR Executive, Marketing Operations & Analytics |
| Total Posts | 27 |
| Age Limit | 15–25 Years as per notification, with applicable relaxation |
| Qualification | 10th + ITI for COPA; Graduation/eligible course for other trades |
| Application Fee | Not specified in notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary/Stipend | Stipend as per Apprenticeship Act |
| Experience | Previous/current apprenticeship and 1+ year job experience not eligible |
| Eligibility | Candidates meeting trade-wise qualification, age and apprenticeship conditions |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Job Location | Mumbai / IRCTC West Zone Offices & Units |
Vacancy Details
| Trade/Post | Vacancies |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 12 |
| Executive – Procurement | 6 |
| HR Executive – Payroll & Employee Data Management | 3 |
| Marketing Operations & Analytics | 6 |
| Total | 27 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 30 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 October 2026 |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- COPA: Matriculation/10th + ITI Certificate affiliated to NCVT/SCVT.
- Executive – Procurement: Graduation/eligible Commerce, CA Inter, Supply Chain or equivalent qualification as prescribed.
- HR Executive – Payroll & Employee Data Management: Graduation in any discipline.
- Marketing Operations & Analytics: Graduation in any discipline.
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation with at least 50% aggregate marks.
Age Limit
The prescribed age range is 15 to 25 years, with applicable relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per the notification.
Experience / Apprenticeship Condition
Experience is important for eligibility. Candidates who have 1 year or more of job experience or have already completed/are currently undergoing apprenticeship training are not eligible for this apprenticeship engagement.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a merit list prepared from Matriculation marks.
There will be:
- No written examination
- No interview/viva
- Document/Certificate Verification before final engagement
How to Apply for IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the National Apprenticeship portal.
- Register on the official Apprenticeship India portal.
- Complete your apprenticeship registration/profile.
- Search for the IRCTC West Zone Apprentice opportunity.
- Select the eligible trade.
- Submit the application between 30 September and 18 October 2026.
- Upload/submit the required details and documents.
- Keep the application/registration details safely for Document Verification.
Official Apply Link
Candidates should use the official Apprenticeship India portal for registration and application. Applicants must complete the required apprenticeship registration before applying for the IRCTC opportunity.
Official Apprenticeship India – Apply Online
Official Notification PDF
Before applying, candidates should download and carefully read the IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification, especially the trade-wise qualification, age conditions, experience/apprenticeship restrictions, documents and selection procedure.
Download IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Apprenticeship India – Apply Online |
| Details PDF | IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Notification PDF |
| Official Website | IRCTC Official Website |
FAQs – IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 27 Apprentice vacancies across four trades.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application is 18 October 2026.
Q3. Is there a written examination?
No. Selection is based on Matriculation merit, followed by document verification.
Q4. What is the apprenticeship duration?
The training duration is 12 months.
Q5. Is previous work experience allowed?
Candidates with 1 year or more job experience are not eligible under the prescribed conditions.
Q6. Can candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship apply?
No. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training are not eligible as per the notification conditions.
Q7. What is the job location?
The engagement is for Mumbai and Regional Offices/Units under IRCTC West Zone.
Q8. What is the stipend?
Selected apprentices will receive the prescribed monthly stipend under the Apprenticeship Act.