The Western Railway RRC Mumbai Various Trade Apprentices 2026 notification has been officially released by Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway. A total of 5349 apprentice vacancies have been announced for different trades across multiple divisions and workshops. Candidates who are interested in Railway apprenticeship opportunities can apply online from 21 February 2026 to 23 March 2026 (up to 05:00 PM).
This recruitment drive offers a valuable opportunity for 10th pass candidates with ITI certification to begin their career journey in the Indian Railways. Before submitting the application, candidates must carefully check eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee details, and division-wise vacancy information.
Western Railway RRC Mumbai Various Trade Apprentices 2026
Western Railway RRC Apprentice 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates must complete the online application process within the official schedule mentioned below:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 21 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 March 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 23 March 2026 |
| Merit List Release | As per Schedule |
Applicants are advised not to wait until the last day to submit their form to avoid server congestion or payment issues.
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0 |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0 |
Payment can be made through E-Challan (Cash Mode) or Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.
Age Limit (As on 23 March 2026)
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
Age relaxation will be provided as per Railway Recruitment Cell, Western Railway rules.
Vacancy Details – Total 5349 Posts
The Western Railway RRC Mumbai Various Trade Apprentices 2026 recruitment includes 5349 apprentice posts across different divisions and workshops.
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| RRC WR Trade Apprentice | 5349 |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for Western Railway RRC Mumbai Various Trade Apprentices 2026, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
| Qualification Requirement |
|---|
| Class 10 High School Examination with Minimum 50% Marks |
| ITI Certificate in Relevant Trade / Stream |
Candidates must ensure that their ITI trade matches the apprenticeship trade for which they are applying.
Division Wise Vacancy Details
Below is the detailed division and workshop-wise distribution of vacancies:
| Division / Cluster | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| BCT Division | 1332 |
| BRC Division | 582 |
| ADI Division | 1073 |
| RTM Division | 492 |
| RJT Division | 256 |
| BVP Division | 245 |
| PL Workshop | 437 |
| MX Workshop | 146 |
| BVP Workshop | 181 |
| DHD Workshop | 359 |
| PRTN Workshop | 73 |
| SBI Engineering Workshop | 100 |
| SBI Signal Workshop | 25 |
| Head Quarter Office | 48 |
| Grand Total | 5349 |
For detailed trade-wise vacancy distribution, candidates must refer to the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection for Western Railway RRC Mumbai Various Trade Apprentices 2026 will be based on:
- Merit List (Prepared on the basis of 10th marks and ITI marks)
- Document Verification
There will be no written examination. Merit will be calculated according to official apprenticeship rules.
How to Apply Online for Western Railway RRC Apprentice 2026
Follow these steps to successfully submit your application:
- Visit the official website of Railway Recruitment Cell (Western Railway).
- Click on the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 link.
- Complete registration using valid details.
- Fill in personal, academic, and ITI information carefully.
- Upload required documents such as photo, signature, and certificates.
- Pay the application fee if applicable.
- Review the form carefully before submission.
- Submit and take a printout of the final confirmation page.
Candidates must ensure that all details are correct. Incomplete forms or unpaid applications will not be considered.
Why This Apprenticeship is Important
The Western Railway RRC Mumbai Various Trade Apprentices 2026 recruitment is a major opportunity because:
- Large number of vacancies (5349 posts)
- No written exam
- Direct merit-based selection
- Railway training exposure
- Recognized apprenticeship certification
For ITI-qualified candidates, this is a strong opportunity to gain hands-on training experience under Indian Railways.