Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC), West Zone, Mumbai has released Notification No. 2026-27/IRCTC/WZ/Apprentice dated 30 September 2026 inviting online applications for 27 Apprentice positions under the Apprenticeship Act across four trades. The training location is at Forbes Building, Charanjeet Marg, Fort, Mumbai-400001 and Regional Offices/Units under IRCTC West Zone. Online applications are open from 30 September 2026 to 18 October 2026. Candidates must first register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in before applying. Selection is purely merit-based on Matriculation percentage — no written test or interview.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must know. First, register on the apprenticeshipindia.gov.in portal BEFORE applying. Your registration details from this portal are required as part of the application process. Second, all candidates regardless of trade must have passed Matriculation with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board. This is a common requirement across all four trades. Third, the age limit is stated as 15 to 25 years as on 18/08/25 in the notification — this is the date printed in the official notification. The qualification cut-off date is 30 September 2026. Verify both dates from the official notification PDF before applying.
IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC), West Zone, Mumbai (Mini Ratna, Government of India Undertaking) |
| Notification No. | 2026-27/IRCTC/WZ/Apprentice dated 30 September 2026 |
| Post | Apprentice Trainee (4 trades) |
| Total Vacancies | 27 |
| Training Duration | 12 months |
| Applicable Act | Apprenticeship Act |
| Application Mode | Online via apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (prior registration mandatory) |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the notification |
| Application Opens | 30 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 18 October 2026 |
| Age Limit | 15 (completed) to 25 years (as on 18/08/25) |
| Selection Process | Merit based on Matriculation percentage. No written test or interview. |
| Stipend | As per prescribed rates under the Apprenticeship Act |
| Location | Mumbai, Forbes Building and IRCTC West Zone Regional Offices/Units |
| Contact | Tel: 022-22618062-64, 54925 (Rly.) |
IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 30 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 18 October 2026 |
| Qualification and Age Cut-off Date | 30 September 2026 |
IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Trade-wise Vacancy
| Trade | Department | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | All Departments | 12 | Matriculation + ITI Certificate affiliated to NCVT/SCVT |
| Executive – Procurement | Catering Department | 6 | Graduation pursuing or completed in Commerce/CA Inter/Supply Chain or similar |
| HR Executive – Payroll and Employee Data Management | Finance Department | 3 | Graduate in any discipline |
| Marketing Operations and Analytics | Tourism Department | 6 | Graduate in any discipline |
| Total | 27 |
All candidates must additionally hold Matriculation with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised Board.
IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Age Limit (as on 18/08/25)
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 15 (completed) to 25 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10 years relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 years relaxation |
IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Selection Process 2026
- No written test or viva/interview.
- Merit list prepared on the basis of percentage of marks in the Matriculation examination.
- In case of a grading system, the average of the highest and lowest marks in the scale is used.
- If two candidates have identical marks, the older candidate is preferred. If dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier is preferred.
- Offers issued strictly in order of merit.
- Final selection subject to verification of original testimonials.
- A standby list is also prepared.
How to Apply for IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and complete registration.
- Note your registration number and details from the portal.
- Apply online for IRCTC West Zone Apprentice engagement between 30 September 2026 and 18 October 2026.
- Keep scanned self-attested copies of all required documents ready before applying.
- Submit the application with your apprenticeshipindia.gov.in portal registration details.
Documents Required
- Matriculation (10th) mark sheet (minimum 50% marks)
- ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT affiliated) – for COPA trade only
- Graduation degree and marksheet – for Executive Procurement, HR Executive and Marketing Analytics trades
- Date of birth proof (Matriculation certificate/School Leaving Certificate)
- Category certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- Disability certificate (for PwBD candidates)
- Discharge/Serving certificate (for Ex-Servicemen)
- Recent colour photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, taken within 3 months before application date)
Shortlisted candidates must produce originals with 2 self-attested copies at Document Verification.
Important Instructions
- Register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in first. Portal registration is mandatory before applying.
- Name, father’s name and date of birth must exactly match the Matriculation certificate. Any deviation leads to cancellation.
- Changing trade after selection is not permitted.
- Withdrawing from training after selection is not permitted except for reasons beyond control.
- IRCTC has not appointed any agents. Do not fall for claims made by persons or agencies offering to facilitate selection.
IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Register and Apply Online | Click Here |
| IRCTC Official Website | Click Here |
IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are in IRCTC West Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
27 vacancies: COPA-12, Executive Procurement-6, HR Executive-3, Marketing Operations and Analytics-6.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
18 October 2026. Apply online via apprenticeshipindia.gov.in after completing registration on the portal.
Q3. Is there a written test?
No. Selection is purely merit-based on Matriculation percentage. No written test or interview.
Q4. What is the minimum educational qualification?
All candidates must have passed Matriculation with minimum 50% aggregate marks. Additionally: COPA – ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT); Executive Procurement – Graduation/pursuing in Commerce/CA Inter/Supply Chain; HR Executive and Marketing Analytics – Graduation in any discipline.
Q5. What is the age limit?
15 (completed) to 25 years as on 18/08/25. Relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), Ex-servicemen and PwBD (10 years each).
Q6. What is the stipend?
Monthly stipend as per prescribed rates under the Apprenticeship Act. Exact amount not specified in the notification.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on IRCTC West Zone Notification No. 2026-27/IRCTC/WZ/Apprentice dated 30 September 2026. The age cut-off date (18/08/25) is as printed in the official notification. Candidates must read the official notification PDF from irctc.com before applying. JobShouter is not associated with IRCTC. This article is for informational purposes only.
