RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 281 Posts; Apply Online
RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026: RITES Limited, a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has issued an official notification for the engagement of apprentices under its one-year Apprenticeship Training Programme for the financial year 2026-27. Through Advertisement No. Pers./26-10/Apprentice/2026-27/01, the organisation has announced a total of 281 vacancies for Graduate Apprentices (Engineering and Non-Engineering), Diploma Apprentices and ITI Trade Apprentices. The RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification was released on November 04, 2026, and the online application process started on November 05, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications up to November 25, 2026.
The selection process will be based entirely on merit, considering the percentage of marks obtained by candidates in their qualifying examinations. There will be no written examination or interview. Candidates must secure at least 60% marks if they belong to the General/EWS category, while candidates from reserved categories must have a minimum of 50% marks. Applicants are required to register on the NATS/NAPS portal, as applicable, and then complete the application process by submitting the required details and uploading documents through the RITES application form. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend ranging from Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 15,650, depending on the apprenticeship category.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 04 November 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 05 November 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 25 December 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
Application Fee
- No application fee is required. All candidates can apply free of cost.
Age Limit Details
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 05 November 2026
- Age relaxation will be provided to eligible candidates as per the applicable rules.
Educational Qualification
The post-wise educational qualifications are given below.
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Engineering) – Civil (40), Mechanical (36), Electrical (26), IT (13), Chemical/Metallurgical (6), Architecture (2), S&T (2) | Full-time 4-year B.E./B.Tech/B.Arch degree in the relevant discipline |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) – Finance (21), HR (22) | BA/BBA/B.Com/B.Sc/BCA degree (3-year graduation) |
| Diploma Apprentice – Civil (12), Electrical (19), Mechanical (26), Chemical/Metallurgical (5) | Full-time 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline |
| ITI Trade Apprentice – Civil (2), Mechanical (23), Electrical (23), Other Trades (3) | Full-time ITI qualification in the relevant trade |
Vacancy Total : 281 Posts
The post-wise vacancies are given below.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (Engineering) – Civil (40), Mechanical (36), Electrical (26), IT (13), Chemical/Metallurgical (6), Architecture (2), S&T (2) | 125 |
| Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering) – Finance (21), HR (22) | 43 |
| Diploma Apprentice – Civil (12), Electrical (19), Mechanical (26), Chemical/Metallurgical (5) | 62 |
| ITI Trade Apprentice – Civil (2), Mechanical (23), Electrical (23), Other Trades (3) | 51 |
Monthly Stipend Details
The selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend according to their apprenticeship category.
| Apprenticeship Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 15,650 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Rs. 13,450 |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | Rs. 10,560 |
Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Preparation of Merit List: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the percentage of marks obtained in their qualifying examinations.
- Intimation to Selected Candidates: Information regarding selection will be communicated through email. The selection list will also be published on the official RITES website.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will have to produce their original documents for verification at the time of joining.
How to Apply for RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates who fulfil the eligibility requirements can apply online by following the steps given below:
- Register on the Apprenticeship Portal: Graduate and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS portal. ITI candidates are required to register on the NAPS portal.
- Apply for RITES Apprenticeship: Log in to the respective portal and search for the apprenticeship opportunity by selecting “RITES Limited” as the Establishment Name. Before applying, ensure that your profile information and marks percentage are correctly updated.
- Visit the RITES Application Portal: Open the RITES Apprentice Application Form to complete the next stage of the application process.
- Upload Required Documents: Upload all the required documents, including mark sheets, final qualification certificate, date of birth proof, identity proof and category certificate (if applicable). All documents must be combined into a single PDF file not exceeding 10 MB.
- Select Location Preference: Choose your preferred location while filling out the RITES application form.
- Submit the Application: Review all the information carefully and submit the application form before the last date, 25 November 2026. Candidates should submit the form only once.
- Save Application Details: Keep a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Check Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Application Form (Document Upload) | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Graduate / Diploma Apprentice | ITI Apprentice |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs for RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Q1. How many vacancies are announced under RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 281 vacancies have been announced for Graduate, Diploma and ITI Trade Apprentices.
- Q2. When was the RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification released?
- The official notification was released on 04 November 2026.
- Q3. What is the last date to apply for RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- The last date to apply online through the NATS/NAPS portal and submit the RITES application form is 25 November 2026.
- Q4. What is the minimum age limit for RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates must be at least 18 years old as on 05 November 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable as per the rules.
- Q5. What is the application fee for RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- There is no application fee. Candidates belonging to all categories can apply free of cost.
- Q6. What is the educational qualification required for RITES Apprentice posts?
- The educational qualification varies according to the post. Engineering graduates, non-engineering graduates, Diploma holders and ITI-qualified candidates can apply for their respective apprenticeship positions.
