RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026: RITES Limited, a Navratna central public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has invited applications for 281 apprentices for a one-year apprenticeship training programme for FY 2026-27. The seats are for engineering graduates, non-engineering graduates, diploma holders and ITI pass-outs. Candidates from all over India can apply, because postings are spread across the country. Applications are open from 5 to 25 November 2026. There is no written test and no interview, and selection is by merit based on your marks. This is apprenticeship training, not a regular job.
RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | RITES Limited (Navratna CPSE, Ministry of Railways), Gurugram |
| Advertisement No. | Pers./26-10/Apprentice/2026-27/01, dated 04.11.2026 |
| Total vacancies | 281 |
| Training period | 1 year, not extended |
| Who can apply | Engineering and non-engineering graduates, diploma holders and ITI pass-outs; all-India |
| Minimum age | 18 years (no upper limit is stated) |
| Selection | Merit by percentage of marks; no written test or interview |
| Application period | 05-11-2026 to 25-11-2026 |
| Application fee | Not mentioned in the notice |
Vacancy and Stipend
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 125 |
| 43 | |
| Diploma Apprentice | 62 |
| Trade Apprentice | 51 |
Trade-wise Vacancies
| Level | Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate (Engineering) | Civil | 40 |
| Architecture | 2 | |
| Electrical | 26 | |
| Signal & Telecom | 2 | |
| Mechanical | 36 | |
| IT | 13 | |
| Chemical / Metallurgical | 6 | |
| Sub-total | 125 | |
| Graduate (Non-Engineering) | Finance | 21 |
| HR | 22 | |
| Sub-total | 43 | |
| Diploma | Civil | 12 |
| Electrical | 19 | |
| Mechanical | 26 | |
| Chemical / Metallurgical | 5 | |
| Sub-total | 62 | |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | Civil | 2 |
| Mechanical | 23 | |
| Electrical | 23 | |
| Other trades (Welder, Fitter, Turner, Plumber, Surveyor and similar) | 3 | |
| Sub-total | 51 |
RITES Qualification
| Category | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Engineering degree (BE / B.Tech / B.Arch, 4-year full-time) |
| Non-engineering graduate (BA / BBA / B.Com / B.Sc / BCA, 3-year) | 43 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Engineering diploma (3-year full-time) |
| Trade Apprentice | ITI pass-out (full-time) |
Reservation for SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), EWS and PwBD follows the Apprentices rules and Central Government guidelines. Four seats are shown for PwBD on a horizontal basis, and PwBD candidates need a disability certificate of at least 40%. The notice has a category-wise table, but its category columns do not add up to the trade totals, so we show the trade totals only. Check the official PDF for the category split.
Eligibility
- The qualification must be full-time, in the relevant discipline, from an institute recognised by UGC or AICTE (degree and diploma) or NCVT / SCVT (ITI).
- Minimum marks: 60% in aggregate for General and EWS, and 50% for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD against reserved seats. If the qualification names marks in an Honours subject, those marks count; otherwise the aggregate of all subjects.
- You must be at least 18 years old on the cut-off date, 5 November 2026. The notice states no upper age limit.
- Not eligible: candidates still awaiting the result of the essential qualification; anyone who has done or is doing apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act; anyone with 1 year or more of training or job experience after qualifying; and degree or diploma holders whose final result came before 5 November 2021. ITI has no such year restriction.
- You can apply for one post only. If you submit more than one application, only the latest completed one counts.
RITES Salary:
| Category | Stipend per month |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs.15,650 (including Rs.6,150 DBT) |
| Diploma Apprentice | Rs.13,450 (including Rs.5,450 DBT) |
| Trade Apprentice | Rs.10,560 |
Selection Process
- RITES makes a merit list based on the percentage of marks in the essential qualification for your trade. There is no written test or interview.
- If marks are equal, the older candidate ranks higher.
- Shortlisted candidates get an email from apprenticeship@rites.com, and the list is also put on rites.com.
- You carry original documents for verification at the time of joining only. No hard copies are sent now.
- If seats stay vacant, they are filled from later merit lists.
RITES has no obligation to give you a job during or after the apprenticeship, and being on the merit list gives no right to engagement.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 04-11-2026 |
| Online application starts (NATS / NAPS) | 05-11-2026 |
| Last date to apply on NATS / NAPS and to submit the RITES form | 25-11-2026 |
| Cut-off date for eligibility | 05-11-2026 |
How to Apply
Applying has two parts, and both must be finished by 25 November 2026.
Step 1: Apply on NATS or NAPS
- Degree and diploma candidates register with a complete profile on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in). ITI candidates register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in).
- Log in and apply for the opening of “RITES Limited” as the establishment name.
- Before you apply, check that your caste, education, personal details and aggregate percentage show correctly. To fix errors, contact the NATS or NAPS office.
Step 2: Submit documents on the RITES application form
- Open the RITES form at apprentice.rites.com/Apprentice Form and upload your documents as one PDF of up to 10 MB.
- Submit only once. A second submission, or documents by email or post, is not accepted.
- You can also give your preferred posting location on the same form. The final posting is decided by RITES and cannot be changed.
Documents in the single PDF:
- Mark sheets of all semesters or years and the final passing certificate of your degree, diploma or ITI. If you have CGPA, add the conversion formula from your university.
- Date of birth proof (Matriculation certificate, Aadhaar, driving licence or similar)
- ID proof (Aadhaar, driving licence, voter ID or similar)
- Caste or category certificate in the Government of India format for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS or PwBD. The OBC (NCL) certificate must be issued on or after 5 November 2025.
Do not upload any other document. For queries, email apprenticeship@rites.com only, with your NATS or NAPS registration number, full name and contact details.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Website (RITES) | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Download Now |
| Step 1: NATS Portal (Degree and Diploma) | Apply Now |
| Step 1: NAPS Portal (ITI) | Apply Now |
| Step 2: RITES Document Form | Apply Now |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many apprentice posts are in RITES Recruitment 2026?
281 in total: 125 engineering graduates, 43 non-engineering graduates, 62 diploma and 51 ITI.
What is the last date to apply?
25 November 2026, for both the NATS or NAPS application and the RITES document form.
What is the stipend?
Rs.15,650 for graduates, Rs.13,450 for diploma and Rs.10,560 for ITI apprentices, each month.
Is there an exam or interview?
No. Selection is by the percentage of marks in your qualifying course.
Can candidates from Tamil Nadu apply?
Yes. The notice says candidates from all over India can apply, and the posting location is decided by RITES.
What is the age limit?
You must be at least 18 on 5 November 2026. The notice gives no maximum age.
Is it a permanent job?
No. It is a one-year apprenticeship with no obligation to give a job.
About This Information
This article summarises RITES Limited advertisement no. Pers./26-10/Apprentice/2026-27/01 dated 04.11.2026. This website is not affiliated with RITES, NATS or NAPS. We do not charge any fee for jobs or applications. Dates and rules can change, and RITES says updates appear only on rites.com, so confirm everything there before you apply. If you find an error, tell us and we will correct it.
