KRCL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 β Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) has released a recruitment notification for BE Civil Engineering Apprentice, BE Electrical Engineering Apprentice, BE Electronics Engineering Apprentice, BE Mechanical Engineering Apprentice, Diploma Civil Apprentice, Diploma Electrical Apprentice, Diploma Electronics Apprentice, Diploma Mechanical Apprentice, General Stream Graduate Apprentice. There are 134 vacancies available with a salary of Graduate Apprentices: βΉ6,150 (Government DBT) + βΉ6,150 (KRCL share) = βΉ12,300 per month. Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: βΉ5,450 (Government DBT) + βΉ5,450 (KRCL share) = βΉ10,900 per month. Check eligibility, dates and application process below.
Post Name
BE Civil Engineering ApprenticeBE Electrical Engineering ApprenticeBE Electronics Engineering ApprenticeBE Mechanical Engineering ApprenticeDiploma Civil ApprenticeDiploma Electrical ApprenticeDiploma Electronics ApprenticeDiploma Mechanical ApprenticeGeneral Stream Graduate ApprenticeSalary / Honorarium
Graduate Apprentices: βΉ6,150 (Government DBT) + βΉ6,150 (KRCL share) = βΉ12,300 per month. Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: βΉ5,450 (Government DBT) + βΉ5,450 (KRCL share) = βΉ10,900 per month
About Konkan Railway Corporation Limited
KRCL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 is out with 134 posts across engineering and general stream graduate categories. BE/Diploma holders in Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or any graduate passed between 2021-2025, aged 18-25, can apply. No online form β register on the NATS portal and attend Document Verification between 24-28 August 2026 at Navi Mumbai.
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Date | 07-08-2026 |
| Document Verification – BE Civil/Diploma Civil/BE Electronics | 24-08-2026 |
| Document Verification – BE Electrical/Diploma Electrical/Diploma Electronics | 25-08-2026 |
| Document Verification – BE Mechanical/Diploma Mechanical | 27-08-2026 |
| Document Verification – General Stream Graduates | 28-08-2026 |
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|
| BE Civil Engineering | 14 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 24 |
| BE Electrical Engineering | 9 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
| BE Electronics Engineering | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Diploma Civil | 13 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| Diploma Electrical | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| Diploma Electronics | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Diploma Mechanical | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| General Stream Graduates | 13 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 |
| Total | 85 | 21 | 11 | 6 | 11 | 134 |
Age Limit
| Category | Age |
|---|
| General | 18-25 years |
| SC/ST | 18-30 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC-NCL | 18-28 years (3 years relaxation) |
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|
| BE Civil Engineering | BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering from AICTE recognized university |
| BE Electrical Engineering | BE/B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics & Power Engineering |
| BE Electronics Engineering | BE/B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics/IT/Communication/Computer Science Engineering |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | BE/B.Tech in Mechanical/Industrial/Automobile/Production Engineering |
| Diploma Civil | Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| Diploma Electrical | Diploma in Electrical/Electronics & Power Engineering |
| Diploma Electronics | Diploma in Electrical/Electronics/IT/Communication/Computer Science Engineering |
| Diploma Mechanical | Diploma in Mechanical/Industrial/Automobile/Production Engineering |
| General Stream Graduates | BA/BSc/BCom/BBA/Management Science/Journalism & Mass Communication/Business Studies |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| All Categories | Not specified in notification |
| EWS | Fee waiver on submission of Tehsildar income certificate |
| Minority Community | Fee waiver on submission of self-declaration affidavit |
Selection Process
- Merit List based on aggregate marks
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Certificate
How to Apply for Konkan Railway Corporation Limited 2026
- 1Visit the NATS portal and register with your personal details.
- 2Obtain a valid, approved NATS ID before Document Verification.
- 3Check your post-wise Document Verification date from the schedule.
- 4Prepare original documents with self-attested photocopies as listed.
- 5Arrive at Executives Club, Konkan Rail Vihar, Navi Mumbai on your date.
- 6Complete registration between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM only.
- 7Attend Document Verification with your medical certificate.
- 8Keep all originals ready β selection cancels if documents are missing.
Important Instructions
- βEnter your name, father’s name and date of birth exactly as per your Matriculation/SSC certificate.
- βMaintain an active personal email ID throughout training β KRCL communicates only via email, and mobile/email changes are not entertained.
- βFurnishing wrong or fake certificates leads to termination of your training contract.
- βTraining does not guarantee future employment or absorption in KRCL.
- βDuration of training is 1 year, and you can be deployed anywhere within KRCL’s jurisdiction.
- βCanvassing or pressure through any source will disqualify you without prior notice.
- βLand loser candidates get first preference, followed by candidates from Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, North Goa, South Goa, Uttara Kannada, Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts.
- βBring a medical certificate in Apprentice Act 1961 format certified by a Government Doctor not below Assistant Surgeon rank.
- βYou bear the cost of your medical examination.
- βCandidates already undergoing apprenticeship elsewhere are not eligible.
Documents Required
- β Semester/year-wise mark sheets with Degree/Diploma certificate
- β 10th Pass/Matriculation certificate
- β Land loser certificate and Tehsildar certificate (if applicable)
- β Domicile certificate
- β Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) in Central Government format
- β Income and Asset Certificate for EWS
- β Income certificate and Minority declaration affidavit (for fee waiver)
- β Gazette notification for name change (if applicable)
- β Two passport-size photographs
- β Aadhaar card and PAN card
- β Valid approved NATS ID
Exam Pattern / Selection Process
| Stage | Process |
|---|
| Merit List | Based on aggregate marks across all semesters/years |
| Document Verification | Walk-in verification of original documents |
| Medical Fitness | Certificate from Government Doctor required |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
QWhat is KRCL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026-27?
AIt’s a Special Drive by Konkan Railway Corporation Limited to engage Apprentice Trainees under NATS for 134 posts across BE/Diploma Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, and General Stream Graduate categories. Selection is through Document Verification, not a written exam.
QHow many vacancies are in KRCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
AThere are 134 total vacancies. This includes 24 for BE Civil, 18 for BE Electrical, 8 for BE Electronics, 10 for BE Mechanical, 20 for Diploma Civil, 12 for Diploma Electrical, 7 for Diploma Electronics, 15 for Diploma Mechanical, and 20 for General Stream Graduates.
QWhat is the last date to apply for KRCL Apprentice Recruitment?
AThere’s no separate online application deadline. You need a valid, approved NATS ID and must attend Document Verification on your post-wise date between 24 and 28 August 2026 at Navi Mumbai.
QWhat is the stipend for KRCL Apprentice Trainee 2026-27?
AGraduate Apprentices get βΉ6,150 from Government DBT plus βΉ6,150 from KRCL, totaling βΉ12,300 per month. Diploma Apprentices get βΉ5,450 from each share, totaling βΉ10,900 per month, paid via Direct Benefit Transfer.
QWhat is the age limit for KRCL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
AYou must be 18 to 25 years as on 1 January 2026, meaning born between 1 January 2001 and 1 January 2008. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation, and OBC-NCL candidates get 3 years relaxation.
QHow can I apply for KRCL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026-27?
ARegister on the NATS portal and get your NATS ID approved first. Then check your post-wise Document Verification date and reach the Navi Mumbai venue with all original documents between 9 AM and 12 PM on your scheduled date.
Salary
Graduate Apprentices: βΉ6,150 (Government DBT) + βΉ6,150 (KRCL share) = βΉ12,300 per month. Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: βΉ5,450 (Government DBT) + βΉ5,450 (KRCL share) = βΉ10,900 per month
π Competition Analysis
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Estimated Competition
Moderate
Based on 134 vacancies
Moderateπ Preparation Guide β Specific to This Exam
1There is no written exam β your aggregate marks across all semesters decide your merit list, so keep your mark sheets ready and calculate your percentage in advance.
2Land loser candidates get first preference β check the notification carefully if your family land was acquired for the Konkan Railway Project.
3Candidates from Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, North Goa, South Goa, Uttara Kannada, Udupi and Dakshina Kannada get second preference β mention this clearly during verification.
4Register on the NATS portal early β you need an approved NATS ID before your Document Verification date, and approval can take time.
5Get your medical certificate from a Government Doctor not below Assistant Surgeon rank in the exact Apprentice Act 1961 format to avoid rejection.
ποΈ What Happens After You Apply β Full Timeline
Aug 2026
NATS Registration & Document Verification
Sep 2026
Merit List & Selection
Oct 2026
Joining & Training Starts
Oct 2027
Training Completion (1 year)
π Year-over-Year Trend
This is a fresh apprenticeship drive with 134 posts β a decent number for a single-year cycle. Since selection is purely marks-based with no written test, competition depends heavily on your academic percentage rather than exam prep, making it worth applying if your marks are strong.
β More Information You Need
Q: Where do I register on the NATS portal and what’s the actual link/website?
The NATS (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) portal is at nats.education.gov.in. Candidates must register there, select KRCL as the establishment, and generate a NATS ID before attending Document Verification β the page mentions the portal but gives no URL.
Q: What percentage/marks cutoff is needed in BE/Diploma or graduation to be eligible, and is there a minimum aggregate required for the merit list?
The notification does not specify a minimum qualifying percentage in this content β only aggregate marks are used for ranking. Add a note that candidates should check their consolidated marksheet percentage since apprenticeship rules typically require minimum 50% aggregate (verify against final marksheet), and clarify how the merit list percentage is calculated (year-wise average vs final year marks).
Q: Is there a regional/domicile restriction that affects who can actually apply, given the preference list for Konkan-area districts?
Yes β this is important and buried at the bottom: ‘Land loser candidates get first preference, followed by candidates from Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, North Goa, South Goa, Uttara Kannada, Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts.’ This should be stated upfront near eligibility, since a candidate from a tier-2 city outside Maharashtra/Goa/Karnataka coastal belt may have very low actual selection chances despite meeting basic eligibility.
Apply through the official portal for KRCL Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 before the last date.
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