RRC NWR Jaipur Apprentice Online Form 2026

Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) North Western Railway (NWR), Jaipur invites applications for 2008 Apprentice positions under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment is conducted to engage apprentices across various trades in workshops, divisions, and units of North Western Railway. Candidates will undergo practical training for a period of one to three years depending on the trade, combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Upon successful completion, apprentices receive a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from NCVT, which enhances employability in both public and private sectors. Apprenticeship in Indian Railways provides valuable hands-on experience in technical trades and may offer preferential consideration in future Railway recruitment. This is an all-India recruitment open to eligible candidates from across the country.

Important Dates

Note: Exact dates will be confirmed in the official notification. Candidates should regularly check the RRC NWR official website.

Vacancy Details (Typical/Indicative)

Vacancies are distributed across various trades including Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter, Painter, etc. Trade-wise breakup will be provided in the detailed notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• For ITI Trades: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent with ITI certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute
• For Non-ITI Trades: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent examination pass
• For Graduate Apprentices: Degree/Diploma in Engineering in relevant discipline

Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification for the specific trade they are applying for as per Apprentices Act, 1961.

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

Candidate must be:

• A citizen of India, OR
• A subject of Nepal, OR
• A subject of Bhutan, OR
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with intention of permanent settlement, OR
• A person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with intention of permanent settlement

How to Apply

1. Visit the official RRC NWR website at www.rrcnwr.org or the engagement portal
2. Click on the notification link for "Apprentice Recruitment 2026"
3. Read the detailed notification and instructions carefully
4. Click on "Apply Online" or "Register" button
5. Complete the registration by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number)
6. Verify your email and mobile through OTP
7. Login with credentials and fill the application form with personal, educational, and trade preference details
8. Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, educational certificates, caste certificate if applicable)
9. Review all entered information thoroughly
10. Pay the application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI)
11. Submit the application form
12. Download and save the application receipt/registration slip for future reference

Note: Application is submitted ONLINE only. No offline applications are accepted.

Application Fee

Payment modes: Online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI

Selection Procedure

1. Merit List Preparation: Selection is based on merit list prepared according to percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed educational qualification (matriculation marks for ITI trades, ITI marks for Act Apprentices). Candidates are shortlisted trade-wise and category-wise based on their merit ranking.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification where all original certificates (educational, age proof, caste certificate, residence proof) are verified. Candidates must bring all originals along with one set of self-attested photocopies.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates undergo mandatory medical fitness examination by Railway Medical Board. Candidates must be medically fit as per Railway standards for the respective trade.

1. Final Engagement: After successful document verification and medical fitness, candidates are issued engagement orders specifying the training period, stipend, and place of posting for apprenticeship training.

Note: No written examination is conducted. Selection is purely merit-based on educational qualification marks.

Selection Pattern

No Written Examination

For RRC NWR Apprentice recruitment, there is no written examination or test conducted. Selection is entirely based on merit.

Merit Calculation Basis:

Tie-Breaking Rules

In case of candidates having equal percentage:

1. Date of birth (older candidate gets preference)
2. Alphabetical order of names

No negative marking as there is no written test.

Training Syllabus

Apprentices undergo practical training as per the syllabus prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and NCVT guidelines for respective trades.

Fitter Trade

• Fitting operations: filing, drilling, tapping, grinding
• Use of hand tools and measuring instruments
• Machine tool operations: lathe, drilling, shaping
• Assembly and dismantling of components
• Blueprint reading and engineering drawing
• Workshop safety and practices

Electrician Trade

• Basic electrical engineering concepts
• Wiring practices: domestic and industrial
• Electrical machines: motors, generators, transformers
• Control circuits and protective devices
• Testing and maintenance of electrical equipment
• Safety protocols and electrical codes

Welder Trade

• Welding processes: arc welding, gas welding, TIG, MIG
• Joint preparation and electrode selection
• Welding positions and techniques
• Inspection of welded joints
• Safety in welding operations
• Metal cutting and fabrication

Machinist Trade

• Operation of lathe, milling, drilling machines
• Cutting tools and their applications
• Precision measurement techniques
• CNC basics and programming
• Workshop calculations
• Quality control methods

Other Technical Trades

• Trade-specific theoretical knowledge
• Practical skill development as per NCVT curriculum
• Safety regulations and workplace practices
• Basic engineering sciences relevant to the trade

Soft Skills & General Awareness

• Communication skills
• Teamwork and discipline
• Railway organization and functioning
• Industrial safety and environment

Training duration varies from 1 to 3 years depending on the trade as per Apprentices Act provisions.

Stipend & Benefits (Typical/Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Free medical treatment at Railway hospitals
• Uniform/Protective equipment provided
• ESI coverage (where applicable)
• National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from NCVT upon completion

Note: Apprentices are not Railway employees. They receive stipend (not salary) during the training period. Stipend is revised periodically based on minimum wages. No DA, HRA, or other allowances applicable to regular employees are provided to apprentices. Post-training, 20-30% of apprentices may get preference in direct Railway recruitment as per Railway policy.

Upon successful completion of apprenticeship training, candidates receive National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) which is recognized across industries. While apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent Railway employment, approximately 20-30% of trained apprentices receive preferential consideration in subsequent Railway recruitment drives for Group C technical posts. The practical experience and certification significantly enhance employability in both public sector undertakings and private industries. Many apprentices secure positions as technicians, skilled workers, and supervisors in manufacturing, construction, and service sectors.

Admit card is not applicable for RRC NWR Apprentice recruitment as there is no written examination. Candidates shortlisted based on merit list will receive communication via registered email/SMS regarding document verification schedule. Shortlisted candidates must download the Document Verification call letter from the official RRC NWR website approximately 7-10 days before the scheduled verification date. The call letter will contain reporting time, venue, and list of documents to be brought.

Results are declared in the form of merit lists published on the official RRC NWR website (www.rrcnwr.org). Category-wise and trade-wise merit lists are prepared based on percentage of marks in qualifying examination. Selected candidates' roll numbers or registration numbers are published online. Candidates can check their selection status by entering registration details on the website. Final engagement orders are issued after successful document verification and medical examination, typically 2-3 months after result declaration.

Typical/Indicative Cutoff Marks (Percentage in Qualifying Exam):

Cutoff varies trade-wise and category-wise based on number of applicants and vacancies. For popular trades like Fitter and Electrician, General category cutoff typically ranges between 65-75% marks in ITI/Matriculation. SC/ST cutoffs are generally 5-10% lower at 55-65%. OBC cutoffs fall between General and SC/ST at 60-70%. For less popular trades, cutoffs may be as low as 50-55% for General category. Graduate apprentice positions typically have higher cutoffs ranging from 70-80% in degree/diploma examinations.

Apprenticeship Training Centres

Selected apprentices are posted to various divisions, workshops, and units of North Western Railway:

Rajasthan: Jaipur, Ajmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Alwar, Bharatpur, Sikar

Gujarat: Ahmedabad, Palanpur, Mehsana

Other States: Delhi (limited positions in coordination centers)

Candidates may be posted to any workshop, diesel shed, electric loco shed, carriage repair workshop, or production unit under NWR jurisdiction based on trade requirements and merit ranking. Preference for location may be considered but is not guaranteed.