Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5066 Posts
The Western Railway (WR) under the Ministry of Railways has released the Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 5066 Apprentice vacancies across various trades. Eligible candidates who have passed 10th (Matriculation) with ITI in relevant trade can apply online from 23-09-2026 to 22-10-2026.
Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Western Railway (WR) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 5066 Posts |
| Training Period | 1 Year (As per Apprenticeship Rules) |
| Job Location | Western Railway Divisions & Workshops |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://wr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates – Western Railway Apprentice 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 23-09-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22-10-2026 |
| Merit List | To be Notified |
| Document Verification | To be Notified |
Western Railway Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026
| Trade | Total |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 938 |
| Welder | 416 |
| Carpenter | 221 |
| Painter | 213 |
| Electrician | 639 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 209 |
| Other Trades | 2430 |
| Total | 5066 |
Eligibility Criteria for Western Railway Apprentice 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed 10th class (Matriculation) with minimum 50% marks and possess ITI certificate in relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
Age Limit (As on 22-10-2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per Government rules.
Western Railway Apprentice Stipend 2026
Selected candidates will receive stipend as per Apprenticeship Act rules during the training period. No additional allowances are applicable.
Selection Process for Western Railway Apprentice 2026
- Preparation of Merit List based on 10th & ITI Marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Scheme of Examination & Merit
There will be no written examination. Selection will be strictly based on merit calculated from Matriculation and ITI marks.
Registration & Examination Fee
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No Fee
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Apply for Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website of Western Railway.
- Click on Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification.
- Complete online registration.
- Fill application form carefully.
- Upload required documents and pay fee.
- Submit the application before 22-10-2026.
Important Links
Interested Candidates must Read the Full Notification Before Apply
| Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
