RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Eastern Railway (RRC ER), Kolkata has released a notification for 3,115 Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act. Eligible 10th pass candidates with ITI in relevant trades can apply online from 14 August to 13 September 2025. Selection is merit-based (no exam/interview). Apply at www.rrcer.org.
- Organization: Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway (RRC ER), Kolkata
- Posts: 3,115 Act Apprentice positions across divisions and workshops under the Apprenticeship Act
- Selection: Based purely on merit—marks in 10th grade and ITI; no written examination or interview
Important Dates
There’s some slight variation in reports, so here are the validated dates:
- Notification Release: Early August 2025, with reports dating August 1, 2025
- Application Start: 14 August 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 13 September 2025
- Application Fee Payment Deadline: Same as final application date
Eligibility & Criteria
- Age: 15–24 years as on the closing date (13 September 2025). Relaxation applicable per category rules. For General/OBC: born between 14 Sept 2001 and 13 Sept 2010; SC/ST/OBC/PwBD get age relaxation
- Education: 10th class pass (minimum 50%) + ITI certificate in a relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female: No fee
- Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit card, Net Banking or UPI
Stipend & Benefits
- Stipend: As per the Apprenticeship Act, typically ranging from ₹7,700 to ₹8,050 per month depending on the trade and training stage
- Certification: On training completion, you earn a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) — widely recognized and valuable for future career opportunities
- Career Growth: Although not guaranteed permanent employment, the hands‑on skills and NAC certification strengthen your profile for technical roles across railways and industry sectors.
Vacancy Distribution (Zone‑Wise)
The 3,115 posts are spread across multiple Eastern Railway divisions & workshops:
- Howrah Division: ~659 posts
- Sealdah Division: ~440–526 posts
- Malda Division: ~138 posts
- Asansol Division: ~412 posts
- Kanchrapara Workshop: ~187 posts
- Liluah Workshop: ~612 posts
- Jamalpur Workshop: ~667 posts
Application Process
- Visit the official RRC ER portal at www.rrcer.org
- Locate the “Act Apprentice 2025‑26” notification
- Read the PDF carefully for trade‑wise vacancies and eligibility details
- Register with a valid mobile number and email
- Fill out the online application with personal, educational, and contact information
- Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, 10th marksheet, ITI certificate, caste/PwBD if applicable)
- Pay the application fee as required
- Preview and submit the application; download and save the acknowledgment receipt
Summary Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 3,115 |
| Application Period | 14 Aug – 13 Sep 2025 |
| Age Limit (General) | 15–24 years (relaxations apply) |
| Education Requirement | 10th (50%) + ITI in relevant trade |
| Selection Mode | Merit-based (10th + ITI marks) |
| Exam/Interview | None |
| Stipend | Approx. ₹7,700–8,050/month |
| Apply via | www.rrcer.org |
Candidate Tips
- Use accurate date ranges: the verified window is 14 August to 13 September 2025, not July–August as earlier draft sources showed.
- Prepare your documents early in the correct format and size.
- Prioritize your best trade marks and board marks—they determine merit ranking.
- Regularly check the official homepage for updates on merit list, document verification, and medical exam notifications.
