New Delhi: The North Western Railway (NWR) has launched a fresh apprenticeship drive under the Apprentices Act, 1961, offering 2,008 training positions for the 2026‑27 cycle.

Important Dates

The official notification was released on 1 October 2026. Online submissions open on 7 October 2026 and close sharply at 11:59 pm on 6 November 2026. All applications must be filed electronically; no paper copies are required.

Where the Slots Are Located

Vacancies are spread across several NWR units. The largest share belongs to the Jaipur division with 580 openings, followed by Bikaner (524) and Ajmer (500). Jodhpur contributes 134 positions. Additional slots are available at specialized workshops:

  • BTC Carriage, Ajmer – 101
  • BTC Loco, Ajmer – 69
  • Carriage Workshop, Bikaner – 33
  • Carriage Workshop, Jodhpur – 67

Trades in Demand

Training will be provided for the following technical and trade categories:

  • Fitter
  • Electrician
  • Diesel Mechanic
  • Welder
  • Carpenter
  • Electronics Mechanic
  • Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the criteria below:

  • Pass Class 10 from a recognized board with a minimum of 50 % marks.
  • Hold a National Trade Certificate (NCVT or SCVT) in the chosen trade.
  • Be between 15 and 24 years of age as of 6 November 2026. Age relaxations apply:
    • SC/ST – +5 years
    • OBC – +3 years
    • Persons with benchmark disabilities – +10 years

Selection Process – No Written Test

The recruitment skips a traditional written exam. Shortlisting is based on a simple average of the percentages obtained in Class 10 and the ITI certificate. If two candidates share the same average, the older applicant receives preference.

Shortlisted candidates will then undergo document verification and a medical examination before a final offer is issued.

Application Fee

The fee for general‑category candidates is ₹100. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD categories or female applicants are exempted. Payment is made online; once the fee is paid, the form cannot be edited.

How to Apply

Interested aspirants should visit the official NWR recruitment portal at rrcjaipur.in and complete the online form. Required details include personal information, Aadhaar number, Class 10 marks, and trade‑certificate data. Upload all supporting documents before submitting.

Only one application per candidate per railway unit is allowed; multiple submissions may lead to cancellation of the candidature.

Applicants are urged to file well before the deadline rather than waiting for the last day.