North Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27

Recruitment Overview

North Western Railway (Railway Recruitment Cell, Jaipur) has officially released notification reference 04/2026 (NWR/AA) for the engagement of 2008 vacancies across workshops and railway divisions in Rajasthan. This engagement is conducted for Apprenticeship training. The online application window is open and eligible candidates can submit their forms before 2026-11-06. Review the overview table below for key administrative details.

Important Dates and Registration Schedule

Candidates must strictly adhere to the schedule announced in advertisement 04/2026 (NWR/AA). The online portal will close at 23:59 hours on the closing date, after which no submissions or fee payments will be entertained.

Vacancy Distribution and Seat Matrix

Under notification reference 04/2026 (NWR/AA), a total of 2008 posts have been advertised. Seat allocations by category and regional division are outlined below.

Category-Wise Seat Distribution

The total 2008 vacancies are distributed across social categories as verified from the official notice:

Division and Workshop-Wise Allocation

Vacancies are distributed across regional divisions and specialized workshop establishments as detailed below:

Reservation Policy: PwBD and Ex-servicemen seats are included in the total seats, not additional seats. Vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease.

Eligibility Criteria, Academic Qualifications and Age Limit

Candidates must verify that they fulfill all academic, technical, and age criteria prior to submitting the application.

1. Educational & Technical Qualifications

• Basic Academic Qualification: Passed Class 10 or equivalent under the 10+2 examination system with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board. No rounding off.
• Technical Qualification: National Trade Certificate in the notified trade issued by NCVT or SCVT; ITI pass in the relevant trade.
• Appearing Candidates: Candidates awaiting results on the closing date are not eligible to apply.

2. Age Criteria (Calculated as on 2026-11-06)

• Minimum Permissible Age: 15 completed years.
• Maximum Permissible Age: Must not have completed 24 years as on the cut-off date.

3. Permissible Upper Age Relaxations

• SC ST: Upper age relaxation of 5 years.
• OBC: Upper age relaxation of 3 years.
• PwBD: Upper age relaxation of 10 years.
• Ex servicemen: Upper age relaxation of Up to additional 10 years to the extent of service rendered in Defence Forces plus 3 years, subject to notification conditions.

4. Certificate & Verification Guidelines

• Sc St: Central Government format caste certificate at document verification.
• Obc: Caste certificate and Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 2026-04-01 in Central Government format, plus OBC declaration.
• Ews: Prescribed EWS certificate.
• Ex Servicemen Armed Forces: Discharge certificate or relevant serving certificate, as applicable.
• Pwbd: Disability certificate from competent authority/medical board.

Application Fee and Remittance Channels

Application processing fees must be paid through designated electronic channels before the application deadline.

• Permitted Payment Channels: Debit card, Credit card, Internet banking.
• Exempted Categories: SC, ST, PwBD, Women.
• Banking Charges: Any transaction charges are payable by the candidate.
• Refund Policy: Application fees once deposited will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Selection Procedure, Merit Formulation and Medical Standards

Selection under advertisement 04/2026 (NWR/AA) is strictly merit-based. There will be no written examination or viva-voce conducted for this engagement.

1. Procedural Selection Stages

1. Stage 1: Merit list
2. Stage 2: Document verification
3. Stage 3: Medical fitness verification
4. Stage 4: Apprenticeship contract

2. Merit List Formulation Formula

• Merit Metric: Simple average of Class 10 percentage and ITI percentage.
• Class 10 Evaluation: Marks in all subjects are counted, not only one subject or a group of subjects.
• Technical ITI Evaluation: Percentage shown on the provisional/final ITI certificate is used.

3. Tie-Breaking Protocol

1. Older candidate is preferred.
2. If dates of birth are the same, the candidate who passed Class 10 earlier is preferred.

4. Medical Fitness Prerequisites

Candidates must submit a valid medical certificate issued by a Government-authorized Gazetted doctor not below Assistant Surgeon rank at a Central/State hospital. confirming fitness against the following minimum standards:

• Minimum Height: 137 cm.
• Minimum Weight: 25.4 kg.
• Chest Expansion: Minimum expansion of 3.8 cm.

Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted exclusively via the designated recruitment portal. Submissions by post or offline channels are strictly prohibited.

1. Visit the official application portal: North Western Railway Portal.
2. Locate the online application link for engagement notification 04/2026 (NWR/AA).
3. Initiate user registration using a valid mobile phone number and active personal email ID.
4. Furnish the mandatory 12-digit Aadhaar number during candidate profiling.
5. Select the designated division or workshop unit. Candidates may apply to only one unit establishment.
6. Upload scanned digital image files meeting exact technical specifications:
   • Passport Photograph: Colour photograph (3.5 x 3.5 cm, 20-70 KB in JPG/JPEG format, not older than 3 months).
   • Specimen Signature: Clear signature (3.5 x 2.5 cm, 20-30 KB in JPG/JPEG format).
   • Certificates: Clear PDF scans of Class 10 marksheet, ITI certificate, and community certificate.
7. Remit the non-refundable Rs 100 application fee through the integrated online payment gateway (exempted categories bypass fee step).
8. Preview all entries carefully and complete the final submission.
9. Download and print the computer-generated confirmation form for verification records.

Crucial Traps and Points to Verify Before Submitting

Carefully note the following non-negotiable clauses to avoid disqualification during scrutiny:

• Single Unit Choice Restriction: Candidates are permitted to apply for only one unit establishment. Registering under multiple divisions will lead to summary cancellation of all applications.
• Mark Computation Discipline: In Class 10 aggregate calculations, marks secured in all subjects must be recorded. Selecting only core subjects to inflate percentages constitutes misrepresentation.
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer Validity: OBC certificates must be drawn in the Central Government format and issued on or after the prescribed financial year benchmark (2026-04-01).
• Editing Restrictions: No modifications or corrections are allowed once the online form is locked and the fee is successfully paid.
• Hostel & Boarding Policy: Candidates must make their own accommodation arrangements. No railway quarters are provided.
• Post-Training Employment: Completion of Act Apprenticeship confers no entitlement or guarantee of permanent employment in the railway administration.

Official Links and Notification Download

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total vacancy count announced in North Western Railway advertisement 04/2026 (NWR/AA)?

A total of 2008 vacancies have been notified across divisions and workshop establishments under notification 04/2026 (NWR/AA).

What is the last date to submit online applications?

Online applications can be submitted up to 2026-11-06 (23:59 hours).

Is there any written test or interview conducted for apprentice selection?

There is no written examination or viva-voce; selection is conducted strictly on the basis of a merit list formulated from Class 10 and ITI marks.

What are the age limits for applying under notification 04/2026 (NWR/AA)?

Candidates must have completed 15 years of age and must not have completed 24 years as on the cut-off date, with statutory relaxations for reserved categories.

Can a candidate apply for more than one division or workshop?

Candidates are permitted to apply for only one division or workshop unit. Multiple submissions across different units will be rejected.

Does completion of apprenticeship guarantee railway employment?

Completion of Act Apprentice training confers no guarantee or right of permanent employment in the railway administration.