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 by the Railway division headquartered in Jaipur, covering the North Western Railway zone. Apprentices will undergo practical training in various trades including Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, and other technical disciplines across NWR workshops and divisions. Upon successful completion of apprenticeship, candidates gain valuable industrial experience and preference in future Railway recruitments. The training period typically ranges from 1 to 3 years depending on the trade, with a stipend paid monthly. This is an excellent opportunity for ITI diploma holders and fresh graduates to gain hands-on experience in Indian Railways.

Important Dates

Note: Dates are indicative based on typical Railway apprentice recruitment cycles. Official notification will confirm exact dates.

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

Vacancies are distributed across various trades including Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Mechanic Diesel, Carpenter, Painter, Electronics Mechanic, and others.

Educational Qualification

• For Act Apprentices: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent with ITI/NCTVT certificate in relevant trade
• For Graduate/Technician Apprentices: Diploma in Engineering or B.Tech/B.E. in relevant discipline from recognized institution
• Trade-specific requirements: Candidates must possess ITI certificate in the trade they are applying for (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, etc.)
• Minimum marks: No minimum percentage specified, but passing marks required in qualifying examination

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• OR a subject of Nepal/Bhutan
• OR a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with intention of permanently settling
• OR a person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Vietnam with intention of permanently settling in India

How to Apply

1. Visit the official RRC NWR website at www.nwr.indianrailways.gov.in or the dedicated apprentice portal
2. Click on the "Apprentice Recruitment 2026" notification link
3. Read the official notification carefully and note the trade you wish to apply for
4. Click on "Apply Online" button to start fresh registration
5. Register with basic details (name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID) and create password
6. Verify mobile number and email through OTP
7. Login with registration number and password
8. Fill the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, category, trade preference
9. Upload scanned documents: recent photograph (50 KB, JPG format), signature (20 KB), educational certificates, ITI certificate, caste certificate (if applicable)
10. Verify all entered information carefully
11. Pay application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI)
12. Submit the application form and note the Registration Number
13. Download and save the application form for future reference
14. Take multiple printouts for records

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Selection Stages

1. Merit List Preparation: Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit calculated from percentage of marks obtained in matriculation (10th) + ITI marks in the relevant trade. Weightage typically: 30% for matriculation marks and 70% for ITI marks.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification where original certificates of educational qualification, ITI certificate, date of birth proof, category certificate, domicile certificate will be verified.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates must undergo medical fitness examination as per Railway medical standards. Candidates must be physically fit for the trade applied.

1. Final Merit List: Based on marks obtained, document verification and medical fitness, final merit list will be prepared category-wise and trade-wise.

1. Engagement as Apprentice: Finally selected candidates will be engaged as apprentices and provided stipend as per Apprentices Act 1961 rules.

Note: There is typically no written examination for Railway Apprentice recruitment. Selection is purely merit-based on educational qualifications.

Selection Pattern

For Railway Apprentice positions, there is NO written examination. Selection is based on merit of educational qualifications.

Merit Calculation Formula

Document Verification Round

Negative Marking: Not applicable as there is no written examination.

Tie-Breaking: In case of tie in merit, candidate with higher marks in ITI will be given preference, followed by higher marks in matriculation, and then by date of birth (older candidate preferred).

Syllabus Details

Since Railway Apprentice recruitment does not involve a written examination, there is no formal syllabus. However, candidates should have thorough knowledge of their trade subjects studied during ITI training.

For ITI Trades (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, etc.)

• Trade Theory: Complete syllabus covered during ITI course in the respective trade
• Workshop Calculation & Science: Basic mathematics, units and measurements, material science
• Engineering Drawing: Reading and interpretation of technical drawings, symbols, dimensions
• Trade Practical Skills: Hands-on skills acquired during ITI workshop training
• Safety Practices: Industrial safety, use of PPE, workshop safety protocols

For Diploma/Degree Holders

• Core Engineering Subjects: Subjects related to diploma/degree specialization (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, etc.)
• Basic Engineering Knowledge: Fundamentals of engineering mechanics, materials, thermodynamics
• Technical Drawing: Engineering graphics and CAD fundamentals
• Workshop Technology: Manufacturing processes, quality control, metrology

General Awareness for Interview

• Indian Railways organization structure and divisions
• Safety practices in Railway operations
• Current affairs related to Railway developments
• Basic knowledge of apprenticeship act and training provisions

Preparation Focus: Candidates should focus on strengthening their ITI/diploma subject knowledge as merit is calculated based on academic performance.

Stipend & Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

During Apprenticeship Training Period

Note: Stipend rates are revised periodically as per Government guidelines and the Apprentices Act 1961.

Post-Apprenticeship (If absorbed in Railways)

If selected through subsequent Railway recruitments:

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities, LTC, pension, GPF, uniform allowance, running allowance (for certain posts), free/concessional rail passes.

Stipend during apprenticeship does not include allowances. Only after regular absorption as Railway employee, full salary structure applies.

Apprentices who successfully complete their training gain significant advantage in future Railway recruitments (RRB Group C, Group D, Technician posts) with preference given to ex-apprentices. After absorption as regular Railway employees, career progression follows standard Railway hierarchy: Helper → Junior Technician → Technician Grade III → Technician Grade II → Technician Grade I → Senior Technician → Technical Supervisor → Assistant Officer. Promotions are time-bound and merit-based with opportunities to reach gazetted officer levels through departmental exams and LDCE (Limited Departmental Competitive Examination).

Since Railway Apprentice recruitment is merit-based without written examination, admit cards are generally NOT issued. However, for document verification round, shortlisted candidates receive a call letter via email and SMS on their registered contact details. Candidates must download this document verification call letter from the official RRC NWR website using their registration number and date of birth. The call letter contains reporting date, time, venue, and list of documents to be brought for verification. Candidates should carry multiple photocopies of all certificates along with originals.

The merit list for Railway Apprentice recruitment is published on the official RRC NWR website typically 4-6 weeks after the application deadline. Results are declared trade-wise and category-wise showing registration numbers of selected candidates. Candidates can check their selection status by downloading the PDF merit list or by entering their registration number on the result portal. Selected candidates are informed via email/SMS and must report for document verification as per schedule. Final engagement list is published after successful document verification and medical examination, following which training commencement dates are communicated.

Cutoff for Railway Apprentice positions is determined by merit score (combined matriculation and ITI marks) and varies by trade, category, and number of applicants. Typically, General category cutoff ranges between 65-75% aggregate marks, OBC cutoff is 2-3% lower, and SC/ST cutoff is 5-8% lower than UR cutoff. Popular trades like Fitter and Electrician have higher cutoffs (70-75%) while trades with fewer applicants may have cutoffs around 60-65%. Final cutoff is determined by the marks of the last selected candidate in each category and trade. Ex-apprentices and candidates with higher ITI grades have better chances of selection.

Document Verification Centres

Document verification for shortlisted candidates is typically conducted at the following Railway locations:

North: Jaipur (HQ), Ajmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Abu Road, Udaipur, Kota, Madar

West: Ahmedabad, Palanpur, Mehsana, Rajkot

Central: Bhopal, Ratlam, Nagda

Other Regions: Depending on operational requirements, document verification may also be conducted at other NWR divisional headquarters and major workshop locations.

Note: Candidates are allotted centres based on their preference, vacancy location, and administrative convenience. The exact venue address is mentioned in the document verification call letter. No TA/DA is provided for attending document verification.