RRC CR Apprentice Jobs Notification 2025 for 2418 Posts | Online Form

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Introduction

The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway (CR) has announced the RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification for 2418 Apprentice vacancies across multiple divisions. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates who want to build their career in the Indian Railways. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRC CR portal within the prescribed dates.

Post Details

  • Organization: Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR)

  • Post Name: Apprentice

  • Total Vacancies: 2418

  • Job Category: Central Government Job (Railways)

  • Job Location: Across Central Railway Divisions (Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur, Solapur, etc.)

  • Application Mode: Online

Qualification

Candidates must fulfill the following educational criteria:

  • Educational Qualification:

    • Must have passed 10th Class / Matriculation (10+2 system) with minimum 50% marks.

    • ITI Certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute is mandatory.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 15 years

  • Maximum Age: 24 years

  • Age Relaxation (as per Government rules):

    • SC/ST: +5 years

    • OBC: +3 years

    • PwBD: +10 years

    • Ex-Servicemen: As per rules

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on:

  1. Merit List prepared on the basis of marks obtained in 10th Class and ITI.

  2. Document Verification

  3. Medical Examination

👉 Note: There will be no written exam for Apprentice recruitment.

Application Fees

  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-

  • SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: No Fee

  • Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI)

Salary / Stipend

Selected candidates will undergo apprenticeship training and receive a stipend as per the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 and Railway Board guidelines.

  • Expected Stipend: ₹7,000 – ₹9,000 per month (depending on the trade).

Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date: January 2025

  • Online Application Start Date: 12th August 2025

  • Last Date to Apply Online: 11th September 2025

  • Merit List / Result Date: Expected in April 2025

Important Links

How to Apply

Candidates can apply for RRC CR Apprentice Jobs 2025 by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official website – www.rrccr.com.

  2. Click on “Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online”.

  3. Register yourself using a valid mobile number and email ID.

  4. Fill the online application form with correct details.

  5. Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and certificates.

  6. Pay the application fee (if applicable).

  7. Submit the application and download a copy for future reference.

Conclusion

The RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 for 2418 posts is a great opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to join the Indian Railways under apprenticeship training. Since the selection is purely merit-based, candidates with strong academic and ITI performance have a good chance of being selected. Interested candidates are advised to apply before the deadline and keep their documents ready for verification.