RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026, 281 Graduate, Diploma & ITI Posts OPEN

RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary (In Simple Words)

• RITES has opened 281 apprenticeship training seats for engineering graduates, non-engineering graduates, diploma holders and ITI pass candidates.
• Applications are open from 5 November to 25 November 2026.
• There is no written exam and no interview. Selection is based on the percentage marks in your qualifying degree, diploma or ITI.
• You must complete two steps: apply on NATS (graduates and diploma) or NAPS (ITI), and then submit your documents on the RITES application form.
• The stipend is Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 15,650 per month for one year.
• This is training, not a permanent job. RITES does not have to offer you a job after the training.
• Degree and diploma holders must have passed on or after 5 November 2021. Final-year students cannot apply.

RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Important Dates

RITES Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – 281 Posts

Reservation note: The notification gives reservation for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and PwBD. FreeJobAlert points out that the category total in the notice adds up to 277, not 281. Please follow the advertised total of 281 and watch for any corrigendum. PwBD reservation is inside the 281 posts.

Eligibility Criteria

• The 50% limit is for the reserved positions. If you apply against General or EWS positions, you need 60%.
• If marks in the Honours subject are asked for, those marks are used. Otherwise, the aggregate of all subjects is used.
• Degree and diploma holders: final semester result must not be before 5 November 2021. This five-year limit does not apply to ITI.
• Final-year students cannot apply if the result is pending on 5 November 2026.

Who Cannot Apply?

• Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training.
• Candidates who are currently doing apprenticeship training.
• Candidates with one year or more of training after their essential qualification.
• Candidates with one year or more of job experience after their essential qualification.
• Candidates below 18 years on 5 November 2026.
• Candidates whose essential qualification is not completed by 5 November 2026.

Age Limit

RITES Apprentice Stipend 2026

Training Terms

Selection Process (Simple Explanation)

1. Apply on NATS (graduate / diploma) or NAPS (ITI) for the RITES Limited opportunity.
2. Fill the RITES Apprentice Application Form and upload your documents as one PDF.
3. RITES checks your eligibility and documents.
4. A merit list is made by the percentage marks in your essential qualification.
5. Shortlisted candidates are told by email, and the list is put on the RITES website.
6. You bring original documents at joining and complete the NATS / NAPS apprenticeship contract.

Tie-break rule: If two candidates have the same percentage, the older candidate gets the higher rank.

No written test and no interview are held, as per the notification.

How to Apply Online for RITES Apprentice 2026?

Step 1: Apply on NATS or NAPS

1. Graduate and diploma candidates: go to NATS. ITI candidates: go to NAPS (Apprenticeship India).
2. Register as a student or candidate if you have not done so, and complete your profile.
3. Check your personal details, category, qualification and aggregate percentage.
4. Search for the establishment “RITES Limited” and choose the opportunity that matches your qualification or trade.
5. Submit the application and save your registration number.

Step 2: Fill the RITES Apprentice Application Form

1. Open the RITES Apprentice Application Form.
2. Fill in the details asked.
3. Combine all required documents into one PDF of up to 10 MB. Include the CGPA conversion formula where needed.
4. Upload the PDF and give your preferred posting location, if the form asks.
5. Check everything and submit once, before 25 November 2026.

Important: Applying on NATS or NAPS alone is not enough. You must also submit the RITES form. RITES accepts only one submission of the form. Documents by email or hard copy are not accepted.

Documents Required

• All documents go in one PDF, maximum 10 MB.
• Upload only the documents the notification asks for.
• OBC-NCL certificate: central format, issued on or after 5 November 2025.
• EWS certificate: the latest applicable format.
• PwBD: at least 40% disability and a certificate from the competent authority.

Common Reasons for Rejection

• Below 18 years on 5 November 2026
• Essential qualification result pending on the cut-off date
• Degree or diploma result before 5 November 2021
• Already completed or doing apprenticeship, or one year or more of experience or training
• Marks below 60% (or 50% for reserved positions)
• Not applying for RITES Limited on the correct portal (NATS / NAPS)
• RITES document form not submitted by 25 November 2026
• Missing or invalid documents, or missing CGPA conversion formula
• OBC-NCL or EWS certificate not in the correct format
• False or mismatched information

Important Instructions

• Complete both the portal application and the RITES form by 25 November 2026.
• Apply for only one apprenticeship. If you send more than one, only the latest valid application counts.
• Be sure your trade or discipline matches your qualification.
• Keep your original documents ready for joining.
• Watch the RITES website and your email for merit list, joining and corrigendum.
• Selection gives no right to a job after training.

Tips for Candidates

• Create or update your NATS / NAPS profile today. Profiles can take time to verify.
• Prepare your single PDF early and keep it under 10 MB.
• Calculate your aggregate percentage and check the CGPA formula from your university.
• Check that you meet the 60% / 50% rule for your category before applying.
• Pick the discipline that matches your degree, diploma or ITI trade.
• Do not wait for the last date.

RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many apprentice posts are there?
281 posts: 125 Graduate Engineering, 43 Graduate Non-Engineering, 62 Diploma and 51 ITI Trade.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
25 November 2026. Applications started on 5 November 2026.

Q3. How do I apply?
First on NATS (graduate / diploma) or NAPS (ITI), then on the RITES Apprentice Application Form.

Q4. Is there a written exam or interview?
No. Selection is by percentage in the essential qualification.

Q5. What is the stipend?
Rs. 15,650 for graduates, Rs. 13,450 for diploma and Rs. 10,560 for ITI apprentices per month.

Q6. Is there an application fee?
The notification does not specify any fee.

Q7. What is the age limit?
Minimum 18 years on 5 November 2026. No upper limit is stated.

Q8. Can I apply if I passed before 2021?
Degree and diploma holders with results before 5 November 2021 cannot apply. ITI has no such limit.

Q9. Will I get a job after the apprenticeship?
No. RITES is not bound to offer you a job.

Q10. Can final-year students apply?
No. The result must be declared by 5 November 2026.

important links