RITES Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – 281 Vacancies, Apply Online for Graduate, Diploma and ITI Apprentice Posts
Short Description
RITES Limited, a Navratna and Schedule 'A' Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has invited applications for engagement of Apprentices for a one year Apprenticeship Training Programme for FY 2026-27.
There are 281 vacancies for Engineering Degree, Non-Engineering Graduate, Diploma and ITI pass-out candidates. Eligible candidates can apply online from 05.11.2026 to 25.11.2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | RITES Limited (A Navratna Enterprise of Govt. of India) |
| Notification No. | Pers./26-10/Apprentice/2026-27/01 |
| Notification Date | 04.11.2026 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice, Diploma Apprentice, Trade Apprentice (ITI Pass) |
| Total Vacancies | 281 |
| Duration of Apprenticeship | One year (FY 2026-27) |
| Mode of Application | Online on NATS / NAPS portal, followed by RITES Application Form |
| Online Application Start Date | 05.11.2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 25.11.2026 |
| Official Website | www.rites.com |
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Apprenticeship Category | Qualification | Stipend (per month) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Engineering Degree (BE / B.Tech / B.Arch), four years full-time degree | Rs. 15,650/- (including DBT of Rs. 6,150) | 125 |
| Graduate Apprentice | Non-Engineering Graduate (BA / BBA / B.Com / B.Sc / BCA), three years graduation | Rs. 15,650/- (including DBT of Rs. 6,150) | 43 |
| Diploma Apprentice | Engineering Diploma, three years full-time | Rs. 13,450/- (including DBT of Rs. 5,450) | 62 |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI Pass) | ITI pass-out (full time) | Rs. 10,560/- | 51 |
| Total Vacancies | 281 | ||
Trade-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Category / Trade | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total | PwBD (horizontal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate (Engineering) | |||||||
| Civil | 05 | 03 | 10 | 03 | 18 | 40 | 01 |
| Architecture | - | - | - | - | 02 | 02 | - |
| Electrical | 03 | 01 | 07 | 02 | 12 | 26 | 01 |
| Signal & Telecom | - | - | - | - | 02 | 2 | - |
| Mechanical | 05 | 02 | 09 | 03 | 16 | 36 | 01 |
| IT | 01 | - | 03 | 01 | 08 | 13 | - |
| Chemical / Metallurgical | - | - | 01 | - | 05 | 6 | - |
| Sub-total | 14 | 06 | 30 | 09 | 63 | 125 | 03 |
| Graduate (Non-Engineering) | |||||||
| Finance | 03 | 01 | 05 | 02 | 10 | 21 | - |
| HR | 03 | 01 | 05 | 02 | 11 | 22 | - |
| Sub-total | 06 | 02 | 10 | 04 | 21 | 43 | - |
| Diploma | |||||||
| Civil | 01 | - | 03 | 01 | 07 | 12 | - |
| Electrical | 02 | 01 | 05 | 01 | 10 | 19 | - |
| Mechanical | 03 | 01 | 07 | 02 | 12 | 26 | 01 |
| Chemical / Metallurgical | - | - | 01 | - | 04 | 5 | - |
| Sub-total | 06 | 02 | 16 | 04 | 33 | 62 | 01 |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | |||||||
| Civil | - | - | - | - | 02 | 2 | - |
| Mechanical | 03 | 01 | 06 | 02 | 11 | 23 | - |
| Electrical | 03 | 01 | 06 | 02 | 11 | 23 | - |
| Other trades * | - | - | - | - | 03 | 3 | - |
| Sub-total | 06 | 02 | 12 | 04 | 27 | 51 | - |
| Grand Total | 32 | 12 | 68 | 21 | 144 | 281 | 04 |
* Other trades under ITI include Welder / Fitter / Turner / Plumber / Surveyor etc.
The reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) is on horizontal basis. PwBD candidates must submit a proper Disability Certificate issued by a Competent Authority. Only candidates with not less than 40% of the relevant disability are eligible for PwBD benefit. They must also meet the Physical Requirements and Functional Classifications applicable for the post.
Company Name and Job Location
Company Name: RITES Limited, a Navratna and Schedule 'A' Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways
Job Location: Posting locations are spread across the country, and candidates from all over India are encouraged to apply. Candidates may indicate their location preference in the RITES Application Form, but the final posting will be decided based on the requirements of RITES, and no further changes will be entertained.
Corporate Office: Shikhar, Plot No. 1, Sector-29, Gurugram-122 001 (India)
Email for queries: apprenticeship@rites.com
Qualification Eligibility
- Graduate Apprentice (Engineering): Engineering Degree (BE / B.Tech / B.Arch), four-year full-time degree.
- Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering): BA / BBA / B.Com / B.Sc / BCA, three years graduation.
- Diploma Apprentice: Three years full-time Engineering Diploma.
- Trade Apprentice: ITI pass-out (full time).
- The essential qualification must be from a recognized University / Institute in the relevant discipline, duly recognized by UGC / AICTE (for Degree / Diploma) or NCVT / SCVT (for ITI).
- Minimum qualifying marks are 60% in aggregate for General / EWS and 50% in aggregate for SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwBD against reserved positions.
- Wherever the essential qualification specifies marks in the Honours subject, the same will be considered for eligibility. Otherwise, the aggregate of marks of all subjects will be considered.
Candidates Not Eligible (cut-off date 05.11.2026)
- Candidates awaiting result of the essential qualification on the cut-off date.
- Candidates who have not completed 18 years of age as on the cut-off date.
- Candidates who have undergone Apprenticeship Training earlier and/or are pursuing Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- Candidates who have undergone training or have job experience of one year or more after attaining the essential qualification.
- Degree / Diploma candidates who completed the essential qualification (final semester result date) before 05.11.2021, that is, more than five years ago.
- For ITI, there is no restriction on the year of attainment of the essential qualification.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years as on the cut-off date, 05.11.2026.
- Maximum age: Not Mentioned in the Notification poster / pdf
- Age relaxation: Not Mentioned in the Notification poster / pdf
Salary and Facilities
| Apprenticeship Category | Stipend (per month) |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 15,650/- (including DBT of Rs. 6,150) |
| Diploma Apprentice | Rs. 13,450/- (including DBT of Rs. 5,450) |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI Pass) | Rs. 10,560/- |
Other Facilities: Not Mentioned in the Notification poster / pdf.
RITES has no obligation to offer employment to apprentices during or after the apprenticeship period. The duration of apprenticeship is only one year and will not be extended.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of a merit list. There will be no written test or interview.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting will be done on the merit list prepared from the percentage of marks obtained in the essential qualification of the respective trade.
- There will be no written test or interview.
- If two applicants have the same marks, the older applicant will be placed higher in the merit list.
- After receiving applications from the NATS / NAPS portal and verifying the documents submitted through the RITES Application Form, the merit list will be prepared.
- Based on available vacancies, shortlisted candidates will be informed by email from apprenticeship@rites.com to join within a stipulated time. The list will also be uploaded on the RITES website, www.rites.com.
- Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of joining only. No physical or hard copy of documents is to be submitted at this stage.
- Vacancies not filled in the initial shortlisting will be filled from subsequent merit lists.
- If any information or claim is found false, or any discrepancy is found between the online information and the verified documents, the candidature will be cancelled.
How to Apply
- Engineering Degree, Graduate (BA / BBA / B.Com / B.Sc / BCA) and Diploma candidates must register with a complete profile on the NATS portal: https://nats.education.gov.in/student_type.php
- ITI pass candidates must register with a complete profile on the NAPS portal: www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- After registration, login to the NATS / NAPS portal and apply for the apprenticeship openings with "RITES Limited" as the Establishment Name.
- Before applying, check that all profile details such as caste, educational background, personal details and aggregate percentage are correct. For corrections, contact the NATS / NAPS office.
- After applying on the portal, fill and submit scanned copies of the required documents through the RITES Application Form by 25.11.2026 at https://apprentice.rites.com/ApprenticeForm/
- Only one application per candidate is allowed, and a candidate can apply for only one post. In case of multiple applications, only the latest valid (completed) application will be considered.
- No other mode of application will be accepted.
Important Documents
Scanned copies of the following documents must be submitted through the RITES Application Form:
- Essential qualification certificates: mark sheets of all semesters / years and final passing certificate of Degree / Diploma / ITI. If the result is in CGPA, also submit the conversion formula issued by the Institution or University to convert CGPA into percentage.
- Date of Birth proof: Matriculation Certificate / Aadhar Card / Driving License etc. with clearly mentioned date of birth.
- Identity proof: Aadhar Card / Driving License / Voter ID Card etc.
- Caste / Category Certificate in the prescribed GOI format for SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS / PwBD candidates.
- OBC (NCL) candidates: latest caste certificate in GOI (Central) format, issued on or after 05.11.2025.
- EWS candidates: latest EWS certificate.
Guidelines for Submitting Documents
- All documents must be combined into a single PDF file (maximum size 10 MB).
- All documents must be provided in a single submission only. Multiple submissions will not be entertained.
- Documents must be submitted through the RITES Application Form only. Submission by email or hard copy will not be considered.
- No document other than the list above should be submitted.
Important Dates and Links
| Event | Date / Link |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 04.11.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 05.11.2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application and Document Submission | 25.11.2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility | 05.11.2026 |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| NATS Portal (Degree / Diploma) | https://nats.education.gov.in/student_type.php |
| NAPS Portal (ITI) | www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| RITES Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.rites.com |
Any corrigendum, addendum or update will be made available on www.rites.com only.
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