The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway has released the official notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices for the year 2025-26 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 3,115 vacancies have been announced across various units including Howrah, Sealdah, Asansol, Malda, Liluah, Jamalpur, and Kanchrapara. The online application process will commence from 14 August 2025 and the last date to apply is 13 September 2025. Interested candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply at www.rrcer.com.
This recruitment offers a great opportunity for 10th pass candidates with ITI in relevant trades to undergo apprenticeship training in Indian Railways.
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway |
| Notification Number | RRC-ER/Act Apprentices/2025-26 |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 3,115 |
| Training Location | ER Units (Howrah, Sealdah, Asansol, etc.) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Training Duration | As per Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Official Website | www.rrcer.com |
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 31 July 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14 August 2025 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 September 2025 (11:59 PM) |
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | NIL |
| Payment Mode | Online only |
RRC ER Apprentice Vacancies & Qualification
Total Vacancies: 3,115
| Unit/Division | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| Howrah Division | 659 |
| Liluah Workshop | 612 |
| Sealdah Division | 440 |
| Kanchrapara Workshop | 187 |
| Malda Division | 138 |
| Asansol Division | 412 |
| Jamalpur Workshop | 667 |
Educational Qualification:
- 10th Pass with minimum 50% marks (under 10+2 system)
- ITI certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years (as on the closing date of application)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to extent of service rendered + 3 years
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
- Shortlisting
- Documents Verification
- Medical Test
How to Apply for RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official RRC ER website www.rrcer.com.
- Click on the link for Act Apprentice 2025-26.
- Register and fill in the online application with correct details.
- Upload required documents – Photograph, Signature, 10th Marksheet, ITI Certificate, Caste/PwBD certificate.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Official Notification | Notification |
| RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Apply Online (14 Aug 2025) | Apply Online |
| RRC ER Official Website | RRC ER |