RITES Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 252 Apprenticeship Vacancies

RITES Limited, a Navratna and Schedule ‘A’ Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released an official notification for the Engagement of Apprentices for FY 2025–26. The organization invites applications from eligible Degree (Engineering/Non-Engineering), Diploma, and ITI pass-out candidates for one-year Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

RITES is a premier multidisciplinary engineering and consultancy company that provides services across all aspects of transport infrastructure and technology — from concept to commissioning. This apprenticeship program offers a valuable opportunity for fresh graduates and diploma/ITI holders to gain hands-on industrial experience in one of India’s leading engineering consultancies.

RITES Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

RITES Limited has announced a total of 252 apprenticeship vacancies distributed among Graduate (Engineering and Non-Engineering), Diploma, and ITI Trades.

1. Graduate Apprentice (Engineering)

• Total Vacancies: 110
• Monthly Stipend: ₹14,000 (including ₹4,500 DBT component)
• Essential Qualification: Full-time B.E./B.Tech/B.Arch (4-year degree) in relevant disciplines
• Discipline-wise Breakup:

2. Graduate Apprentice (Non-Engineering)

• Total Vacancies: 36
• Monthly Stipend: ₹14,000 (including ₹4,500 DBT)
• Qualification: Full-time 3-year Degree (BA/BBA/B.Com/B.Sc/BCA)

3. Diploma Apprentice

• Total Vacancies: 49
• Monthly Stipend: ₹12,000 (including ₹4,000 DBT component)
• Qualification: 3-year full-time Engineering Diploma in relevant discipline

4. ITI Trade Apprentice

• Total Vacancies: 57
• Monthly Stipend: ₹10,000
• Qualification: Full-time ITI pass in relevant trades

Grand Total

Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum Age: 18 years (as of 17 November 2025)
• Educational Qualification:
  • Graduate Apprentice: Full-time degree in relevant discipline (Engineering or Non-Engineering)
  • Diploma Apprentice: Full-time Diploma in relevant discipline
  • Trade Apprentice: Full-time ITI pass-out in relevant trade
• Minimum Marks:
  • General/EWS: 60% aggregate
  • SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/PwBD: 50% aggregate
• Year of Passing:
  • Candidates who completed their qualifying degree/diploma before 17.11.2020 are not eligible.
  • No year restriction for ITI candidates.

Not Eligible:

• Candidates awaiting results
• Those who have already undergone or are undergoing apprenticeship training
• Those with one year or more job experience after qualification

Selection Process

• No written test or interview.
• Shortlisting will be done purely based on merit (marks obtained) in the qualifying examination.
• In case of tie, the candidate with higher age will be ranked higher.
• Final selection list will be uploaded on the official RITES website and shortlisted candidates will also be notified via email from.

How to Apply

Candidates must follow a two-step application process:

Step 1 – Register on Apprenticeship Portals

• Degree/Diploma/Graduate Candidates: Register on NATS portal.
• ITI Candidates: Register on NAPS portal.
• After registration, login and apply for “RITES Limited” as the establishment name.

Step 2 – Submit Documents via RITES Application Form

• Visit Our Official Website.
• Upload scanned PDF (max 10 MB) containing:
  1. Educational Certificates (All semesters + Final)
  2. Date of Birth Proof (Aadhaar/Matriculation)
  3. Identity Proof
  4. Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
  5. CGPA-to-Percentage Conversion Formula (if applicable)
• All documents must be submitted by 05.12.2025 in a single submission.

General Instructions

• Apprenticeship training is for one year only and does not guarantee employment.
• Reservation applies as per Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 and Government of India guidelines.
• Candidates are advised to check the RITES website regularly for updates.
• RITES reserves the right to cancel, modify, or limit the recruitment process without prior notice.
• Queries can be sent only via email to with:
  • NATS/NAPS Registration ID
  • Full Name
  • Contact Details