Railway Recruitment Board announced about the NTPC recruitment drive for the interested candidates who are waiting to apply for Railway jobs. RRB posted on the official website about the recruitment drive for the posts of Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Traffic Assistant, Senior Clerk cum Typist, and more. There are 5810 vacancies out there, and the online application process commences on October 21, 2025 and deadlines for submissions are November 20, 2025. Interested candidates can see the full notice for eligibility rules, fees, age limits, pay info, and how the selection works. Graduates who want jobs in railways should barge at this.
The Railway RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for the posts of RRC WR Apprentice by Railway Recruitment Cell of Western Railways has been released now, 5349 vacancies are available in this zone. This massive recruitment drive is part of Indian Railways’ continuing efforts to enhance skill development and provide real career options to young aspirants in the railway system.
You need to have class 10th marksheet and ITI certificate that is relevant for the job. Check the registration dates before applying because the portal will be closed on 23/March/2026 Candidates who are interested may apply online through the official site of Railway RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 or direct link given in this blog.
Detail
Information
Post
RRC WR Apprentice
Vacancy
5349
Notification Date
18/February/2026
Application Start Date
21/February/2026
Application Last Date
23/March/2026
Application Fee Payment Deadline
23/March/2026
Application Fee
₹100 for General and OBC candidates
Age Limit
15 to 24 years as of 23/March/2026
Who can Apply for a Railway Apprentice?
The railway apprentice program asks for your 10th marksheet so you should have gained atleast 50% marks in aggregate & an ITI certificate in the concerned trade. These two are necessary qualifications for the job.
Applications are invited from the Students who cleared the National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) as well. Further, those who have pursued an Act Apprenticeship in any related field to this already, are eligible to participate in the Hiring.
Candidates should meet other eligibility conditions as mentioned in the official recruitment notification besides the educational qualifications and age limits including good physical condition and having the required documents to justify their application.
Download the online application form from the official website of the Railway RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Cell (RRC). If you are a new user, Please Register at the portal by furnishing all the required details and generating your login ID and password.
With all that set, sign in to the web site and complete your application.
Please Verify the authenticity of the information provided to your knowledge as even an iota of mistake may cause problems in subsequent processes.
Then, upload whatever documents are needed, usually it’s:
Educational certificates in original and photocopy (attested).
ITI certificates
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Recent passport-size photograph
Then, pay the fee online. The fee may differ for your category.
After checking everything and the documents, submit your application. Please make a photocopy of your application so you should possess proof for the future.
Selection Process
The aim of the Railway RRC WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is to ensure that the best and most suitable candidates are selected for 5,349 apprentices posts in various railway trades. There are a series of stages, starting with the simple checks for eligibility, with tests of know-how and practical skills.
Stages of Selection
Check of Eligibility: First of all, the candidates should have the requisite qualification. It generally implies completing an ITI course in the relevant trade and also adhering to the specified age limit as mentioned in the official notification.
Written Exam: The first big hurdle is the written test. This exam assesses your general knowledge and abilities, and covers such topics as general knowledge, mathematics, reasoning and technical subjects related to your trade. It takes out those who have sound academic and technical knowledge.
Interview Round: Candidates that qualify the written test are invited for an interview. This round is to test your communication, technical knowledge, confidence and your overall suitability for the apprentice position. It’s also where they can evaluate how much real-world know-how and practical experience you have in a trade.
Medical Examination: Selected candidates have to undergo a medical test after the interview. It ensures that they are fit to be employed in technical and operational railway posts, wherein health and fitness are vital for the safety and performance.
List of Successful Candidates: A merit list is drawn on the basis of the written exam, interview and medical. Top scorers among the candidates are ranked highest and are selected for the apprenticeship posts.
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Railway SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Provisional Merit List 2025 Released, so the shortlisted candidates can see their names and ready for the further process. Candidates can also check through the direct link mentioned in the article. Recruitment for various trade apprentice posts are happening through the merit list.
Organisation
South East Central Railway
Post
Trade Apprentice
Purpose
SECR Bilaspur recruiting candidates for the trade apprentice post.
RBI has released an official notification for Office Attendant posts for the year 2026. The Board has issued the notification on 15 January 2026 and invites applications from the candidates who have qualified 10th standard. The registration process for the online application has started with the notification release.
The Starting Salary for an RBI Office Attendant is ₹24,250 Per Month in the PAY SCALE 24,250–53,550. Employees also receive allowances like DA, HRA, CCA, Grade Allowance etc. along with the basic pay.
RRB JE is a recruitment exam for Junior Engineer Jobs in the Railway sector. This is a competitive exam for those who wish to establish a stable career as an engineer in the Railways. It is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB).
The RRB recruits junior engineers for the technical roles in Railways through this exam. Candidates who want to have a strong and stable career in the railway sector are preparing so well to get the highest score. Lakhs of students apply for this exam to get a job.
The RRB JE 2025 exam is designed to fill vacancies for Junior Engineers (JE), Junior Engineer (IT), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS), etc. For cracking the RRB JE 2025 you must consistently check the updated syllabus and exam pattern. Candidates must have the technical skills and knowledge before applying for this job role. The selection process is difficult as this reflects the critical responsibilities. Junior Engineers have a role in maintaining and developing systems across the Railway.
RRB JE Exam Pattern 2025
Exam Pattern for RRB JE CBT-1
In this exam, each question carries 1 mark, and the total number of questions is 100. The duration of the exam is 90 minutes. All the questions are objective-type multiple-choice. If there is an incorrect answer then the 1/3rd mark is deducted as a negative marking.
Sections and Distribution of Questions
Section
Number of Questions
Marks
Mathematics
30
30
General Intelligence & Reasoning
25
25
General Awareness
15
15
General Science
30
30
Total
100
100
Minimum Qualifying Marks
It depends on the category or financial status of the candidate. Economically weaker and unreserved candidates get 40% minimum qualifying marks. Scheduled Caste and Backward get 30% minimum qualifying marks. Scheduled Tribe gets 25% minimum qualifying marks.
RRB JE CBT 2 Exam Pattern 2025
Each question in CBT-2 carries 1 mark and makes a total of 150 marks. Candidates must complete the exam in 2 hours. For each Wrong answer, 1/3rd mark is deducted as a negative marking.
Sections and Distribution of Questions
Section
Number of Questions
Marks
General Awareness
15
15
Physics & Chemistry
15
15
Basics of Computers and Applications
10
10
Basics of Environment and Pollution Control
10
10
Technical Abilities (as per discipline)
100
100
Total
150
150
Minimum Qualifying Marks
For unreserved candidates minimum qualifying marks are 40%. Other backward classes and Scheduled caste got 30%, Scheduled Tribe got 25%.
TThis exam pattern is dependent on assessing the candidates’ ability across four sections, i.e. Mathematics, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, and General Science. To maximize your score you must prepare all the sections and every section has crucial topics.
Mathematics
The mathematics section contains topics such as Number Systems, BODMAS, Decimals and Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio and Proportion, Simple and Compound Interest, and Profit and Loss, these topics are easy but important to practice for preparation. Percentages, Mensuration, Time, Work and Distance, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistics. Mastering these topics will get you ready for the quantitative section with confidence.
General Intelligence and Reasoning
This section assesses the candidate in their abilities through Analogies, Alphabetical and Number Series, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Relationships, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Interpretation and Sufficiency, Conclusions and Decision Making, Similarities and Differences, Analytical Reasoning, Statement (Arguments and Assumptions). By preparing this topic proof your logic and reasonable thoughts also enhance your speed in recognizing patterns. Candidate must practice for these topics consistently.
General Awareness
General Awareness contains topics such as Current Affairs, Indian Geography, Culture and History of India (including the freedom struggle), Indian Polity and Constitution, Indian Economy, Environmental Issues (India and the World), Sports, and General Scientific and Technological Developments. These topics have to enhance the powerful skill for staying updated or be the first to know everything that could effective and influential on the nation or internationally. Staying updated with daily news and revising static GK will be beneficial for this section.
General Science
Physics, Chemistry, and Life Sciences have a strong grasp of fundamental scientific principles. This section is easy because it contains the 10th class syllabus of basic science. However, it is easy as well as mandatory to rank high score in this section.
RRB JE CBT 2 Syllabus
General Awareness
The General Awareness section in CBT 2 covers all topics from CBT 1—such as current affairs, Indian geography, history and culture, Indian polity, economy, environmental issues, sports, and scientific developments but with deeper topics and complexity. So, be prepared well for the CBT-2 because it is hard as compared to the CBT-1. As you have cleared out CBT-1, you could prepare a general awareness section easily it covers the day-to-day updates and old important events or locations. Focus more on national and international events, and government schemes.
Physics & Chemistry
CBT-2 focuses on deeper concepts of physics and chemistry that are relevant to engineering. Candidates are expected to have a solid grasp of core concepts from both subjects, the basic principles and laws, 10th class NCERT can also have such concepts which can help to crack this exam.
Basics of Computers and Applications
This section focuses on computer fundamentals, networking, MS Office, and operating systems. Candidate must have basic knowledge of these basic computers. As for the engineering job posts technical skills are required and computer application is one of the concepts every candidate must learn.
Basics of Environment and Pollution Control
This section includes environmental concepts of pollution (air, water, noise) and also its effect on the land, global warming (one of the rising topics of these days), ozone depletion is the layer around the earth which is decreasing day-by-day, waste management, and sustainable development. Sustainable development is rising in every sector because of the necessity and people’s support for a sustainable future. Mastering these topics will help you to maximize your score in these sections.
Technical Abilities (as per discipline)
The Technical Abilities section covers the topic of engineering and varies to the candidates’ branch such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics. This section tests the knowledge of the candidate in their respective field of engineering. Ensuring a thorough assessment of core concepts and practical knowledge required for junior engineering roles in Indian Railways.
Branch
Key Topics
Civil Engineering
Building material includes the construction needs to build the infrastructure.- Surveying: Measurement techniques, leveling, mapping, and surveying instruments. Without the help of the instrument, it is impossible to build something accurate.- Hydraulics: resources of water, Fluid properties, etc- Structural Engineering: Analysis and design of beams, and columns.- Transportation Engineering: all four means of transportations engineering.- Estimation and Costing: Preparation of budgets, cost analysis, valuation in construction.- Soil Mechanics: soil fertilization, classification, properties- Environmental Engineering: pollution and global warming effects, sustainability
Electrical Engineering
– Basics of Electrical Circuits: Circuit laws, network theorems, analysis.- Electrical Machines: Transformers, motors, generators- Measurement techniques, instrument types, calibration.- Control Systems: Feedback mechanisms, stability, automation.- Utilization of Electrical Energy: Lighting, heating, traction, industrial applications.- Power Systems: Generation, transmission, distribution, protection systems.- Basic Electronics: Semiconductors, digital electronics, diodes
– Basic Electronics: Semiconductors, transistors- Digital Electronics: AND AND NOR- Logic gates- Communication Systems: Analog OR digital communication, modulation, transmission, frequency.- Control Systems: Feedback, stability, process control.- Network Theory: Circuit analysis, filters, network theorems.- Instrumentation: Measurement systems, transducers, signal conditioning.
Computer Science & IT
– PC Software: MS Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.- Computer Fundamentals: Hardware, Software, Internet basics.- Programming Languages: OOP concepts, Java, C++- Data Structures: Arrays, stacks, searching, sorting.- DBMS: Relational models, SQL, triggers, database design.- Operating Systems: Linux, commands, system administration.- Web Technologies: HTML, web servers, internet protocols, security.- Networking: OSI model, TCP/IP, topologies, transmission media, error detection/correction.
Railway Recruitment Board updates the RRB ALP Tier 2 Result 2025 Out result for assistant loco pilot exam held from 2 to 6 May, 2025, on their official website. Students who are waiting for the result can see now. You can download the RRB ALP notice to know more details.
The selection process for Assistant Loco Pilot post is divided into CBT 1, CBT 2, CBAT, Document verification and Medical Examination. Candidates must have cleared out all the rounds to get selected.
