RRC Eastern Railway (ER) Apprentice Online Form 2025 (Act Apprentice – 3,115 posts):
1. Overview
The Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway (RRC/ER) has released the notification for engagement of 3,115 Act Apprentice positions for 2025-26. The apprenticeship is under the Apprenticeship Act and the training will be in various Eastern Railway units (Howrah, Liluah, Sealdah, Kanchrapara, Malda, Asansol, Jamalpur, etc.).
2. Important Dates (final official window)
- Online application start: 14 August 2025 (from 11:00 hrs).
- Last date to apply: 13 September 2025 up to 23:59 hrs.
(Earlier “short notice” dates like July were superseded; rely on the current notification and published August–September window.)
3. Vacancy
- Total posts: 3,115 Act Apprentice positions.
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Mandatory:
- Passed 10th class under the 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institute, issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- As on: 01 January 2025.
- Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years; OBC (NCL) – 3 years; PwBD – 10 years; Ex-Servicemen and others as per norms.
5. Selection Process
- Merit-based shortlisting primarily on the basis of ITI (and in some interpretations 10th) marks as per the notification.
- Document Verification of shortlisted candidates.
- Medical fitness (mentioned in some summaries as part of final engagement).
- Some sources list “interview” in summary sections, but the core official mechanism is merit followed by verification; clarify from the official notice that merit and document verification are decisive.
6. Application Fee
- UR/EWS/OBC: ₹100 (non-refundable)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Exempted (no fee)
- Payment modes: Online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.
7. Stipend / Training Remuneration
- Stipend will be provided as per the Apprenticeship Act rules applicable to Eastern Railway. Exact monthly amount is governed by the Act and may vary; usually, similar railway apprenticeships follow prescribed stipends (examples in other zones reference stipend structures, but candidates must refer to the ER-specific notification for the finalized figure).
8. Training Duration
- Engagement is under the Act Apprentice scheme, which typically involves on-the-job training for the prescribed period (usually 1 year, subject to the terms in the official notification). Candidates should see the detailed notification for the exact training slot and duration.
9. Reservation & Relaxation
Standard Government of India reservation and age relaxation policies apply (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD etc.) as detailed in the notification.
10. Documents to Keep Ready (based on typical requirements & summaries)
- 10th class mark sheet / certificate (showing minimum 50%)
- ITI certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature as per specifications
- ID proof (Aadhaar, etc.)
- Any other documents required for age/qualification verification.
11. How to Apply (step-by-step)
- Visit official portal:
rrcer.org(Notification and application link will be active from 14 Aug 2025). - Read the detailed notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
- Register/Login to create your profile.
- Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and trade details.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay application fee if applicable.
- Submit final application and take a printout / save e-receipt for future reference.
12. Key Tips / Common Pitfalls
- Do not wait until the last day; server congestion often occurs near deadline.
- Ensure the 10th class mark sheet shows at least 50% aggregate.
- Keep the ITI certificate trade matching the notified trade precisely.
- Upload documents in prescribed format/size to avoid rejection on technical grounds. (Implied from typical online application processes on official portals.)
13. Official Website / Notification Access
- Primary source: RRC Eastern Railway website:
rrcer.org(notice board and the specific PDF notification for Act Apprentices 2025-26).
Important Links:
Apply Online |
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Notification |
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