Overview
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has announced a recruitment drive for 190 Trainee Apprentices (Graduate/Technician) for the year 2026. The positions offer a one‑year apprenticeship training with monthly stipends of ₹9,000 for graduates and ₹8,000 for technicians. Eligibility requires graduation or diploma between 2021‑2025, age 18‑25 (with relaxations), and a valid NATS ID. Applications are submitted online via the KRCL portal, with a processing fee of ₹100 for general categories and free for SC/ST/Female/Minorities. The selection is based on merit and document verification, with no written exam. The notification was released on 20 February 2026, and applications close on 21 March 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL)
- Qualification
- BE/BTech from AICTE‑recognised university in Civil/ Electrical (or sub‑streams)/ Electronics (or sub‑streams)/ Mechanical (or sub‑streams); Diploma from recognised board/university in Civil/ Electrical (or sub‑streams)/ Electronics (or sub‑streams)/ Mechanical (or sub‑streams); BA/BSc/BCom/BBA/BMS/BJMC/BBS from UGC‑recognised university.
- Vacancies
- 190
- Last date to apply
- 21/03/2026
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 20/02/2026 |
| Online Application Start | 20/02/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21/03/2026 |
Important Links
Selection Process
Merit List (Aggregate Marks), Document Verification, Final Selection List. No written exam or interview.
How to Apply
Register on NATS portal and obtain an approved NATS ID., Visit the KRCL website., Navigate to Quick Links → Graduate Apprentice/Technician Apprentice., Read the notification and fill out the online application form (ensure email/mobile are active)., Upload a photo and signature (mandatory)., Pay the processing fee online: ₹100 for General/OBC‑NCL/EWS; free for SC/ST/Female/Minorities., Submit the application and print the confirmation (no hard copy required)., Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification with originals and photocopies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Konkan Railway Trainee Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 190 Posts?
Notification Release: 20/02/2026; Online Application Start: 20/02/2026; Last Date to Apply: 21/03/2026
What is the application fee?
General: 100; OBC-NCL: 100; EWS: 100; SC/ST: 0; Female: 0; Minorities: 0
What is the age limit?
Minimum Age: 18 Years, Maximum Age: 25 Years (Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC‑NCL).
What is the selection process?
Merit List (Aggregate Marks), Document Verification, Final Selection List. No written exam or interview.