RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RCIL), a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has released a notification for the engagement of 40 Graduate Engineer Apprentices and Diploma Engineer Apprentices for a one-year training period.
This is an excellent opportunity for fresh engineering graduates and diploma holders to gain hands-on training at a prestigious Navratna PSU. The selection is based on merit (academic scores) followed by an interview if required. The application process is completely free — no application fee is required.
The online application process started on 28 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 27 August 2026. The monthly stipend is ₹14,000 for Graduate Apprentices and ₹12,000 for Diploma Apprentices. Read below for complete details including discipline-wise eligibility, selection process, stipend, and step-by-step application instructions.
| Organization | RailTel Corporation of India Limited (RCIL) |
|---|---|
| Organization Status | Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise |
| Advertisement No. | RCIL/2024/P&A/27/1 |
| Post Names | Graduate Engineer Apprentice & Diploma Engineer Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 40 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online (via NATS 2.0 Portal) |
| Official Website | www.railtelindia.com |
| Application Portal | nats.education.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Online Application End Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Interview (if required) | To be notified |
| Result Date | Will be updated here |
Candidates are advised to verify all dates from the official RCIL website.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Nil (₹ 0/-) |
No application fee is required for any category of candidates. Registration is completely free.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.
A total of 40 vacancies are available across two apprentice categories:
| Post Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer Apprentice | 32 |
| Diploma Engineer Apprentice | 08 |
| Total | 40 |
Eligible Disciplines:
Educational Qualification:
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer Apprentice | Full-time regular 4-year Graduation Degree in Engineering/Technology from an AICTE-approved institution |
| Diploma Engineer Apprentice | Full-time regular 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology from an AICTE-approved institution |
Minimum Marks Required:
Age Limit (as on 28 July 2026):
Nationality:
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Selected apprentices will receive a competitive monthly stipend:
| Post Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate Engineer Apprentice | ₹ 14,000 per month |
| Diploma Engineer Apprentice | ₹ 12,000 per month |
Training Duration: The apprenticeship training is for a period of 1 year.
Follow these steps to submit your application:
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal
Step 2: Register
Step 3: Find the Notification
Step 4: Fill the Application Form
Step 5: Upload Documents
Step 6: Review and Submit
Step 7: Save Confirmation
Ans: RCIL stands for RailTel Corporation of India Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways.
Ans: A total of 40 vacancies are available — 32 for Graduate Engineer Apprentices and 8 for Diploma Engineer Apprentices.
Ans: The last date for online application is 27 August 2026.
Ans: Candidates must have a full-time regular 4-year Graduation (B.E./B.Tech) OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology with 60% aggregate marks.
Ans: Electronics, Telecommunication, Computer Science, IT, and Electrical engineering disciplines are eligible.
Ans: The age limit is 18 to 27 years as on 28 July 2026.
Ans: Graduate Apprentices receive ₹14,000 per month and Diploma Apprentices receive ₹12,000 per month.
Ans: No, the application is completely free for all candidates.
Ans: Selection is based on merit (academic scores) followed by an interview if required.
Ans: The apprenticeship training is for a period of 1 year.
Ans: Selected candidates will be posted at various RCIL offices across India.
Ans: You can apply online through the NATS 2.0 Portal at nats.education.gov.in.