RailTel Apprentice Recruitment: RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RCIL), a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India, has released the RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for Graduate Engineers and Diploma Engineers under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Eligible Indian candidates can apply online through the NATS 2.0 Portal. Selected candidates will undergo one year of apprenticeship training at various RailTel locations across India.
RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RCIL) |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Training Type | Apprenticeship Training |
| Apprentice Categories | Graduate Engineers & Diploma Engineers |
| Total Vacancies | 40 |
| Selection Process | Merit List and/or Interview |
RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Apprentice Type | Field | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Engineers | Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 32 |
| Diploma Engineers | Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 8 |
| Total | — | 40 |
Training Locations
Candidates may be posted in any of the following RailTel offices:
- Corporate Office – New Delhi, Gurgaon
- Northern Region – Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Bareilly, Amritsar, Rohtak, Chandigarh, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Agra, Jhansi, Aligarh, Roorkee, Moradabad, Delhi/NCR, Kanpur, Banda, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Mau
- Eastern Region – Kolkata, Malda, Asansol, Patna, Dhanbad, Samastipur, Sonepur, Muzaffarpur, Gaya, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, New Jalpaiguri
- Southern Region – Secunderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Ernakulam, Vijayawada
- Western Region – Nagpur, Bhopal, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune
RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Apprentice Category | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer Apprentice | Full-time Regular B.E./B.Tech (4 Years) in Electronics & Telecommunication, Telecommunication, Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or related branches with minimum 60% marks from an AICTE-approved institution |
| Diploma Engineer Apprentice | Full-time Regular Diploma (3 Years) in the relevant engineering discipline with minimum 60% marks from an AICTE-approved institution |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government rules |
| Age Cut-off | As on the date of notification |
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- Candidates who have completed more than three years after obtaining the qualifying degree/diploma are not eligible.
- Candidates with one year or more of job experience after qualifying are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training are not eligible.
- Distance learning or part-time qualifications are not accepted.
- Candidates must be medically fit as per RailTel norms.
RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Stipend Details
| Apprentice Category | Total Monthly Stipend | RailTel Share | Government (DBT) Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹14,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹4,500 |
| Diploma Apprentice | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee Mentioned |
Important links
| Official website link | Click here |
| Official notification link | Click here |
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 August 2026 |
RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Procedure
The selection process consists of:
- Preparation of Merit List based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
- Interview (if required).
- Document Verification.
- Medical Fitness Test.
How to Apply for RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the NATS 2.0 Portal.
- Register if you are a new user.
- Log in using your credentials.
- Search for the RailTel Apprenticeship notification.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents, including the qualification certificate and CGPA conversion certificate (if applicable).
- Review the application carefully.
- Submit the application before 27 August 2026.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Required Documents for RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Degree/Diploma Certificate
- Marksheets
- CGPA to Percentage Conversion Certificate (if applicable)
- Government-issued Photo ID
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Other documents as required during verification
Important Instructions
- Applications will be accepted only through the NATS 2.0 Portal.
- Offline applications will not be accepted.
- Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee engagement.
- Apprenticeship training does not guarantee regular employment in RailTel.
- Selected candidates will undergo apprenticeship training for one year.
- Training locations are tentative and may change based on organizational requirements.
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in RailTel Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 40 apprenticeship vacancies have been announced.
What are the available apprentice categories?
The recruitment is for:
- Graduate Engineer Apprentices
- Diploma Engineer Apprentices
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 27 August 2026.
What is the application mode?
Applications are accepted online only through the NATS 2.0 Portal.
What is the monthly stipend?
- Graduate Apprentices: ₹14,000 per month
- Diploma Apprentices: ₹12,000 per month
