RailTel Apprentice 2026: 40 Posts Recruitment Notification
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|
| Organization | RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RCIL) |
| Post Name | Graduate Engineer Apprentice, Diploma Engineer Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 40 (32 Graduate Engineer + 8 Diploma Engineer) |
| Application Mode | Online through NATS 2.0 portal |
| Job Location | Corporate Office (New Delhi/Gurgaon) and Northern, Eastern, Southern & Western regional locations across India |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28.07.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27.08.2026 |
| Application Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Exam Date | Check Official Notification |
| Interview Date | Check Official Notification |
| Fee Last Date | Check Official Notification |
| Counselling Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission End Date | Check Official Notification |
| Result Date | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
No Application Fee
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
Post-wise Vacancy
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|
| 1 | Graduate Engineer Apprentice | 32 (tentative) |
| 2 | Diploma Engineer Apprentice | 8 (tentative) |
| 3 | Total | 40 (computed) |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Education Qualification | Age Limit | Min. Marks |
|---|
| Graduate Engineer Apprentice | Full-time regular 4-year Engineering degree from AICTE-approved college in Electronics & Telecommunication / Telecommunication / Computer Science & Engineering/IT / Electrical Engineering / Electronics Engineering / related combination branches (or passed Sections A & B of Institution of Engineers India / Graduate Membership Examination of IETE in relevant branches) | 18 to 27 years as on 28.07.2026 | 60% aggregate |
| Diploma Engineer Apprentice | Full-time regular 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology from AICTE-approved college in the same branches listed above | 18 to 27 years as on 28.07.2026 | 60% aggregate |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|
| UR | 18 |
| SC | Check Official Notification |
| ST | Check Official Notification |
| OBC | Check Official Notification |
| EWS | Check Official Notification |
Experience Condition
- Candidates with 1 year or more training/job experience after qualification are not eligible.
- Candidates who completed graduation/diploma more than 3 years ago are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship, terminated one midway, or are currently pursuing an apprenticeship with another organization are not eligible.
- Distance learning or part-time mode candidates are not eligible.
Stipend Details
| Category | Monthly Stipend (₹) | RailTel Share (₹) | Government/DBT Share (₹) |
|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 14,000 | 9,500 | 4,500 |
| Diploma Apprentice | 12,000 | 8,000 | 4,000 |
Posting Locations
| Region | Locations |
|---|
| Northern | Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Bareilly, Amritsar, Rohtak, Chandigarh, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Agra, Jhansi, Aligarh, Roorkee, Moradabad, Delhi/NCR, Kanpur, Banda, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Mau |
| Eastern | Kolkata, Malda, Asansol, Patna, Dhanbad, Samastipur, Sonepur, Muzaffarpur, Gaya, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, New Jalpaiguri |
| Southern | Secunderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Vijayawada |
| Western | Nagpur, Bhopal, Ahmedabad, Mumbai |
| Corporate Office | New Delhi / Gurgaon |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
- Merit List — Prepared region/state/location-wise on receipt of online applications; preference given to Government Institution pass-outs.
- Shortlisting — Based on merit list using marks in the required qualification (minimum eligibility) and/or through an interview as required.
- Medical Fitness Check — Only candidates found medically fit as per RailTel's norms will be considered for engagement.
Key Notes:
- Merely meeting eligibility criteria does not assure engagement.
- Candidature is provisional and subject to verification of certificates/testimonials at any stage.
- False or incorrect information can lead to cancellation of candidature or engagement.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Visit the Official Website or the NATS 2.0 portal to begin the application process.
- Candidates not already registered on the NATS 2.0 portal must register themselves first.
- Follow the application process as described in the NATS Apprentice student manual available on the portal.
- Fill in the application form and upload the required documents as a single PDF under 1 MB.
- Submit the application on or before 27.08.2026.
Required Documents Checklist
- Certificate showing CGPA or percentage (uploaded in the "Upload Certificate" column on the NATS portal)
- CGPA-to-percentage conversion formula/certificate (if only CGPA is mentioned on the certificate)
- The Undertaking (Annexure I, provided with the notification), duly filled and signed
- All documents must be uploaded together as a single PDF file of size less than 1 MB
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is RailTel Apprentice 2026?
It is an apprenticeship engagement drive by RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RCIL), a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Railways, for Graduate Engineer and Diploma Engineer Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, notified on 28.07.2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in RailTel Apprentice 2026?
There are 40 posts in total — 32 Graduate Engineer Apprentice and 8 Diploma Engineer Apprentice posts (tentative, computed from the notification).
Q3. What is the last date to apply for RailTel Apprentice 2026?
The last date for receipt of application is 27.08.2026.
Q4. What is the qualification required for RailTel Apprentice 2026?
A full-time regular 4-year engineering degree (for Graduate Engineer Apprentice) or 3-year diploma (for Diploma Engineer Apprentice) from an AICTE-approved college, with 60% aggregate marks, in Electronics & Telecommunication, Telecommunication, Computer Science & Engineering/IT, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related combination branch.
Q5. What is the stipend for RailTel Apprentice 2026?
Graduate Apprentices receive ₹14,000 per month and Diploma Apprentices receive ₹12,000 per month, as a consolidated stipend shared between RailTel and the Government of India.
