RITES Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 281 Posts
RITES Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 281 Posts
Post Name : Graduate, Diploma and Trade Apprentice
Total Vacancies : 281
Important Dates
Notification Release Date : 4 November 2026
Online Application Start Date : 5 November 2026
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Last Date for NATS / NAPS Application : 25 November 2026
Last Date for RITES Document Submission : 25 November 2026
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Eligibility Cut-Off Date : 5 November 2026
Merit List Release Date : To Be Announced
Joining Date : To Be Communicated to Shortlisted Candidates
Both apprenticeship portal application and document submission through the separate RITES form must be completed by 25 November 2026. RITES will communicate further selection and joining instructions through registered email.
RITES Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – 281 Posts
RITES Limited has announced 281 apprenticeship vacancies across engineering, non-engineering, diploma and ITI trades. Graduate Engineering accounts for 125 posts, while Graduate Non-Engineering has 43 posts.
RITES Apprentice Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Apprenticeship Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice – Engineering | 125 |
| Graduate Apprentice – Non-Engineering | 43 |
| Diploma Apprentice | 62 |
| Trade Apprentice – ITI | 51 |
| Total | 281 |
RITES Graduate Engineering Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Engineering Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 40 |
| Architecture | 2 |
| Electrical Engineering | 26 |
| Signal and Telecom | 2 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 36 |
| Information Technology | 13 |
| Chemical / Metallurgical Engineering | 6 |
| Total | 125 |
RITES Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Finance | 21 |
| Human Resources (HR) | 22 |
| Total | 43 |
RITES Diploma Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Engineering Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 12 |
| Electrical Engineering | 19 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 26 |
| Chemical / Metallurgical Engineering | 5 |
| Total | 62 |
RITES ITI Trade Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Trade / Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Civil | 2 |
| Mechanical | 23 |
| Electrical | 23 |
| Other Trades | 3 |
| Total | 51 |
The Other Trades category includes trades such as Welder, Fitter, Turner, Plumber and Surveyor. Candidates must select the apprenticeship opportunity matching their recognized ITI qualification.
RITES Apprentice Reservation Details 2026
The official notification provides reservation for SC, ST, OBC Non-Creamy Layer, EWS and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. However, the category-wise figures in the notified vacancy table contain an arithmetic discrepancy.
The published grand-total row lists 32 SC, 12 ST, 68 OBC, 21 EWS and 144 UR vacancies, adding up to 277, whereas the notification advertises 281 total posts. Certain discipline-level category allocations also do not add up to their stated totals.
Important: Candidates should follow the officially advertised 281-post recruitment total and consult any subsequent RITES corrigendum for clarification of the reservation breakup. PwBD reservation is horizontal and is included within the notified vacancies, not additional to them.
Eligibility Criteria :
Candidates must possess the prescribed full-time engineering degree, non-engineering graduation, engineering diploma or ITI qualification in the relevant discipline. The qualification must be recognized by the applicable UGC, AICTE, NCVT or SCVT authority.
RITES Apprentice Educational Qualification
| Apprenticeship Category | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice – Engineering | Four-Year Full-Time B.E., B.Tech. or B.Arch. Degree |
| Graduate Apprentice – Non-Engineering | Three-Year B.A., BBA, B.Com., B.Sc. or BCA Graduation |
| Diploma Apprentice | Three-Year Full-Time Engineering Diploma |
| Trade Apprentice | Full-Time ITI Qualification in Relevant Trade |
Minimum Qualification Marks
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 60% |
| EWS | 60% |
| SC | 50% for Reserved Positions |
| ST | 50% for Reserved Positions |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer | 50% for Reserved Positions |
| PwBD | 50% for Reserved Positions |
Important: The 50% qualifying threshold applies to the notified reserved positions. Candidates applying against General or EWS positions must meet the applicable 60% requirement.
Where the prescribed qualification specifies marks in the Honours subject, those marks will be used for eligibility. Otherwise, the aggregate marks of all subjects will be considered.
Eligibility :
Engineering and non-engineering graduates and diploma holders must have completed their qualifying course within the five-year period prescribed in the notification.
| Qualification | Passing-Year Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Engineering Degree | Final Semester Result Must Not Be Before 5 November 2021 |
| Non-Engineering Degree | Final Semester Result Must Not Be Before 5 November 2021 |
| Engineering Diploma | Final Semester Result Must Not Be Before 5 November 2021 |
| ITI | No Passing-Year Restriction Specified |
Can Candidates Who Graduated Before November 2021 Apply?
No. Degree and diploma candidates whose final semester results were declared before 5 November 2021 are ineligible under this notification.
This five-year passing-date restriction does not apply to ITI candidates.
Can Final-Year Students Apply?
No. Candidates awaiting the result of their essential qualification as on 5 November 2026 are not eligible.
Previous Apprenticeship and Work Experience Restrictions
The following candidates are not eligible:
Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training.
Candidates currently undergoing apprenticeship training.
Candidates with one year or more of training after obtaining their essential qualification.
Candidates with one year or more of post-qualification job experience.
Candidates who have not completed the qualifying course by 5 November 2026.
Candidates below 18 years of age on the eligibility cut-off date.
Age Limit 2026 :
Candidates must have completed at least 18 years of age as on 5 November 2026.
| Age Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | Not Specified |
| Age Calculation Date | 5 November 2026 |
| Additional Age Conditions | As per Applicable Apprenticeship Rules |
The notification does not provide a separate upper-age limit or category-wise age relaxation table. Applicants must satisfy the minimum age and all other applicable apprenticeship eligibility conditions.
Application Fee :
The official advertisement does not specify an application or examination fee for this apprenticeship engagement.
Candidates should follow only the official NATS, NAPS and RITES application instructions and avoid payments to unauthorized recruiters or intermediaries.
Selection Process 2026
Selection is based on percentage marks obtained in the essential qualification relevant to the selected apprenticeship trade. No written examination or interview will be conducted.
- NATS / NAPS Registration: Applicants complete the appropriate apprenticeship portal registration.
- Apprenticeship Application: Candidates apply for the RITES Limited opportunity through the relevant portal.
- RITES Document Submission: Applicants upload the prescribed supporting documents through the separate RITES form.
- Eligibility Verification: RITES reviews the submitted qualifications, category details and supporting certificates.
- Merit List: Eligible candidates are ranked using their qualifying examination percentage.
- Shortlisting: Candidates are selected according to the available apprenticeship vacancies.
- Joining and Original Document Verification: Shortlisted applicants must present original records when reporting.
- Apprenticeship Contract: Selected candidates complete their NATS or NAPS contract formalities.
How Is RITES Apprentice Merit Calculated?
Merit is calculated using the percentage marks obtained in the prescribed essential qualification.
| Apprenticeship Category | Merit Basis |
|---|---|
| Graduate Engineering | Engineering Degree Percentage |
| Graduate Non-Engineering | Relevant Graduation Percentage |
| Diploma Apprentice | Engineering Diploma Percentage |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | Relevant ITI Percentage |
Where the prescribed qualification specifies marks in the Honours subject, those marks will be used; otherwise, the aggregate of all subjects will be considered.
RITES Apprentice Tie-Breaking Rule
If two candidates obtain the same qualifying examination percentage, the older candidate will be placed higher in the merit list.
Is There a Written Exam or Interview?
No. The
notification explicitly confirms that there will be no written examination and no interview for selection of apprentices.
RITES Apprentice Apply Online 2026
Eligible candidates can apply for the 281 RITES apprenticeship vacancies from 5 November to 25 November 2026.
The application procedure involves two mandatory stages. Graduate and Diploma candidates must use the NATS portal, whereas ITI candidates must use NAPS. All applicants must then complete the RITES document submission form.
| Candidate Category | Application Portal |
|---|---|
| Engineering Graduate | NATS |
| Non-Engineering Graduate | NATS |
| Engineering Diploma | NATS |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | NAPS |
| All Candidates – Mandatory Document Submission | RITES Apprentice Form |
Important: Candidates must apply for the RITES Limited establishment through NATS or NAPS before submitting the RITES form. Both procedures must be completed by 25 November 2026.
How to Apply Online for RITES Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
Step 1 – Register and Apply through NATS or NAPS
Visit the NATS portal if you are an Engineering Graduate, Non-Engineering Graduate or Diploma candidate.
ITI candidates should visit the NAPS Apprenticeship India portal.
Complete student or candidate registration if not already registered.
Log in and complete the apprenticeship profile.
Verify personal details, category, educational qualifications and aggregate percentage.
Search the available apprenticeship opportunities using the establishment name RITES Limited.
Select the relevant apprenticeship opportunity matching your qualification or trade.
Submit the application through the appropriate portal.
Save the NATS or NAPS application details and registration number.
Step 2 – Submit the RITES Apprentice Application Form
Visit the official RITES Apprentice Application Form.
Complete the form using the information requested by RITES.
Prepare all required educational qualification certificates and identity documents.
Include the applicable category certificate where reservation is claimed.
Include the university or institution’s CGPA conversion formula where required.
Combine all prescribed documents into one PDF file not exceeding 10 MB.
Upload the combined PDF through the RITES application form.
Indicate the preferred posting location if the form provides that option.
Review the submitted information and document file carefully.
Complete the form in a single submission by 25 November 2026.
Retain your apprenticeship registration and application details for future communication.
Important: RITES does not accept multiple submissions of the document form. Supporting documents submitted by email or hard copy will not be considered.
Documents Required for RITES Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Candidates must upload the documents specified in the official advertisement through the RITES application form. All required documents must be combined into one PDF file with a maximum size of 10 MB.
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| All Semester / Year Marksheet | Required for Applicable Qualification |
| Final Degree / Diploma / ITI Passing Certificate | Required |
| CGPA-to-Percentage Conversion Formula | Required Where CGPA Is Awarded |
| Date-of-Birth Proof | Matriculation Certificate, Aadhaar or Other Accepted Document |
| Photo Identity Proof | Aadhaar, Driving Licence, Voter ID or Other Accepted ID |
| SC / ST Certificate | Where Applicable |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate | Where Applicable |
| EWS Certificate | Where Applicable |
| PwBD Certificate | Where Applicable |
RITES Apprentice Document Upload Rules
All prescribed supporting documents must be combined into one PDF.
The combined PDF must not exceed 10 MB.
Only one submission of the RITES application form is accepted.
Documents sent by email are not accepted.
Hard-copy document submissions are not accepted at the application stage.
Documents not requested in the notification should not be uploaded.
Applicants must submit the required documents by 25 November 2026.
RITES Apprentice Merit List 2026
RITES will prepare the merit list after examining apprenticeship applications submitted through NATS or NAPS and verifying documents submitted through the RITES form.
Shortlisted candidates will receive instructions through email from [email protected]. The selected candidates list will also be uploaded on the official RITES website.
Candidates must bring the original documents at the time of joining for further verification.
Vacancies remaining unfilled after the initial shortlisting process may be filled from subsequent merit lists of eligible candidates.
Common Reasons for Rejection of RITES Apprentice Applications
Applicant is below 18 years as on 5 November 2026.
Essential qualification result is pending on the cut-off date.
Degree or diploma passing date is before 5 November 2021.
Candidate has already completed or is undergoing apprenticeship training.
Candidate has one year or more of post-qualification work or training experience.
Minimum aggregate percentage requirement is not satisfied.
Application is not submitted through the correct NATS or NAPS portal.
Candidate fails to apply for the RITES Limited establishment.
Mandatory RITES document form is not submitted.
Required documents are missing or invalid.
CGPA conversion formula is missing where applicable.
OBC-NCL or EWS certificate does not meet the prescribed requirements.
Application contains false or inconsistent information.
Required original documents cannot be produced at joining.
Important Instructions
RITES has advertised 281 apprenticeship training posts for FY 2026-27.
Applications start on 5 November 2026 and close on 25 November 2026.
Graduate and Diploma candidates must apply through NATS.
ITI candidates must apply through NAPS.
All applicants must complete the separate RITES document submission form.
Only one apprenticeship position may be applied for.
Only the latest valid completed apprenticeship application is considered if multiple applications are submitted.
The minimum age is 18 years as on 5 November 2026.
The minimum qualification marks are 60% or 50%, depending on the applicable reservation conditions.
The five-year qualification passing restriction applies to Degree and Diploma candidates, not ITI candidates.
Previous apprenticeship and one year or more of post-qualification experience make a candidate ineligible.
No written examination or interview will be conducted.
Selection is based on the essential qualification percentage.
Training duration is one year and will not be extended.
Monthly stipend ranges from Rs. 10,560 to Rs. 15,650.
Posting may be anywhere in India.
RITES is not obligated to provide employment after apprenticeship completion.
Candidates should monitor the official website for further updates and any corrigendum.
Important Links
Application Form : Click here
Apply Online – Graduate / Diploma (NATS) : Click here
Apply Online – ITI (NAPS) : Click here
Official Notification : Click here
Official Website : Click here