North Western Railway Recruitment 2026: The North Western Railway (NWR), through the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Jaipur, has released the revised notification for 2008 Act Apprentice training slots for the year 2026-27. Candidates who have passed 10th class with a minimum of 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply online before the last date.
| North Western Railway Recruitment 2026 Jobs Notification | |
| Job Location: Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur and Jodhpur, Rajasthan | |
| Organization Name | North Western Railway (NWR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| No. of Vacancies | 2008 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass, ITI |
| Official Website | www.rrcjaipur.in |
| Mode | Online |
Post Details
Post Name: Act Apprentice
Total Training Slots: 2008
Available Trades:
- Electrician
- Fitter
- Welder
- Carpenter
- Diesel Mechanic
- Painter
- Electronics Mechanic
- Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)
- Stenographer (English/Hindi)
- Draughtsman
- Mechanic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
- Plumber
- Mason
- Pipe Fitter
- Machinist
- Turner
- Other trades notified for specific railway units
Divisions/Units:
- Divisional Railway Manager’s Office, Ajmer
- Divisional Railway Manager’s Office, Bikaner
- Divisional Railway Manager’s Office, Jaipur
- Divisional Railway Manager’s Office, Jodhpur
- B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer
- B.T.C. Loco, Ajmer
- Carriage Works Shop, Bikaner
- Carriage Works Shop, Jodhpur
Note: Training slots are provisional and may change according to the requirements of the railway administration. Candidates should check the official notification for trade-wise and unit-wise vacancies before applying.
Qualification
Candidates must fulfil the following educational requirements:
- Must have passed Class 10 or an equivalent examination under the 10+2 examination system from a recognised board.
- Must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Class 10. Rounding off marks is not permitted.
- Must possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant notified trade issued by NCVT or SCVT.
- Candidates must possess the required educational and technical qualifications on the date of application.
- Candidates awaiting final examination results are not eligible to apply.
Salary Details
Approximate Stipend: ₹9,600 per month
The selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per the applicable Apprenticeship Rules and Railway Board directives. The actual stipend will be subject to the applicable rules and revisions.
As per the applicable rules and directives issued by the Railway Board from time to time.
The exact stipend amount is not specified in the notification. Apprenticeship training does not guarantee permanent employment in Indian Railways after completion of training.
Age Limit
Age will be calculated as of 22nd November 2026.
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 years
- OBC Candidates: 3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per the conditions specified in the official notification.
Application Fee
- Other Candidates: Rs. 100/-
- SC/ST Candidates: No fee
- Women Candidates: No fee
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): No fee
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the payment gateway. Any applicable transaction charges must be borne by the candidate.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of the following stages:
- Merit List: Prepared using the simple average of the percentage of marks obtained in Class 10 and ITI in the relevant trade.
- Document Verification: Verification of original educational, technical and applicable category certificates.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical fitness standards and produce the required medical certificate.
The merit list will be prepared separately for each division/unit, trade and community according to the available training slots. In case of equal marks, the older candidate will be preferred. If the dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed Class 10 earlier will receive preference.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRC Jaipur website by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: www.rrcjaipur.in.
- Open the North Western Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Read the notification carefully and check the available training slots for your ITI trade.
- Register and enter the required personal, educational and technical details.
- Enter the required Aadhaar details and ensure that your name, father’s name and date of birth match your Class 10 certificate.
- Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review the application carefully and submit it.
- Download and print the submitted application form and keep the registration number and payment receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions:
- Candidates can select only one division/unit.
- Multiple applications may be rejected.
- Changes to the selected division/unit or trade will not be permitted after selection.
- Do not send a physical copy of the application by post.
- Keep the application printout and original certificates ready for document verification.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 21st October 2026
- Start Date to Apply: 23rd October 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 22nd November 2026, 11:59 PM
Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Important Links
| Notification Link | Click Here |
| Application Link | Apply Now |
| Official Website | Click Here |