Are you a recent graduate or diploma holder who wants to start your career in Indian Railways? Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL), a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, has officially announced Konkan Railway Trainee Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates to pursue a one-year training programme in various engineering and general streams.

With 190 vacancies across Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka and Kerala, this recruitment drive targets fresh talent graduating between 2021 and 2025.

1. Overview of Konkan Railway Trainee Apprentice Recruitment 2026

2. Vacancy Details by Discipline

3. Eligibility Criteria (Age & Education)

4. Stipend and Benefits

5. Selection Process

6. How to Apply Online

7. Important Dates and Links

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Overview of Konkan Railway Trainee Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The Konkan Railway Trainee Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is designed for graduate apprentices, technician (diploma) apprentices, and general stream graduates under the Apprentices Act, 1961/1973. The online registration process began on 20th February 2026 and will remain open until 21st March 2026.

2. Vacancy Details by Discipline

A total of 190 posts are available, distributed across various engineering disciplines and general degrees

Discipline / Stream	Graduate (BE/B.Tech)	Diploma (Technician)	Total
Civil Engineering	30	30	60
Electrical Engineering	20	20	40
Electronics Engineering	10	10	20
Mechanical Engineering	20	20	40
General Stream Graduates	30	-	30
Total	110	80	190

Note: Vacancies are further categorised by UR, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS.

3. Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following criteria as of January 1, 2026:

Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years old.

Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC-NCL candidates.

Educational Qualification: Only candidates who passed out in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 are eligible.

Graduate Apprentices: BE/B.Tech in Civil, Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering from an AICTE-recognised university.
Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: Diploma in the respective engineering fields from a recognised board/university.
General Stream Graduates: BA, BSc, BCom, BBA, BMS, BJMC, or BBS from a UGC-recognised university.

4. Stipend and Benefits

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend during their one-year training period:

Graduate Apprentices: ₹9,000/- per month.
Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: ₹8,000/- per month.

5. Selection Process

The selection for the Konkan Railway Apprentice 2026 is straightforward and does not involve an entrance exam.

1. Shortlisting: Based on academic merit (marks obtained in graduation/diploma).

2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of their credentials.

6. How to Apply Online

Applying is a multi-step process that requires mandatory NATS registration.

Step 1: Register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) to obtain a valid NATS ID.
Step 2: Visit the official Konkan Railway website and navigate to "Quick Links"> "Graduate/Technician Apprentice".
Step 3: Complete the online application form with personal, educational, and NATS details.
Step 4: Upload the required documents and submit before the deadline of 21st March 2026.
Step 5: Print the submitted application for future reference.

7. Important Dates and Links

Notification Date: 20 February 2026
Registration Start Date: 20 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 21 March 2026
Document Verification: To be notified later

Quick Links:

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

A: No, there is no application fee for any category.

Q: Is NATS registration mandatory?

A: Yes, a valid NATS ID is compulsory; otherwise, your candidature will be rejected.

Q: What is the training duration?

A: The engagement is for a one-year training basis.

Q: Where will the job location be?

A: The training will take place within the Konkan Railway jurisdiction, covering Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and Kerala.

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