The Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC/CR) has announced a massive recruitment drive for 2025, inviting applications for 2418 Act Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act 1961. This notification (RRC/CR/AA/2025) is a golden opportunity for candidates who have completed 10th Class with ITI certification and are looking to build a career with Indian Railways.
Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Railway – Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC/CR) |
| Notification Number | RRC/CR/AA/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 2418 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.rrccr.com |
| Application Start Date | 12th August 2025 (11:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11th September 2025 (17:00 hrs) |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Stipend | ₹7,000 per month (as per rules) |
Eligibility Criteria for RRC Central Railway Apprentice 2025
📌 Age Limit (as on 12/08/2025)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen – up to 10 years (as per government rules)
📌 Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) under the 10+2 system with at least 50% marks.
- Must hold an ITI certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Selection Process for Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025
The selection of apprentices will be purely on merit basis:
- Merit list prepared based on the average marks of 10th Class and ITI.
- Tie-breaking rules:
- Candidate with older age given preference.
- If age is same, candidate who passed matriculation earlier will be preferred.
- Final selection will be prepared cluster-wise, unit-wise, trade-wise, and category-wise.
- Shortlisted candidates must attend Document Verification with original certificates and a valid Medical Fitness Certificate.
How to Apply for Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025
All applications must be submitted online only at the official website www.rrccr.com.
Steps to Apply Online:
- Visit the official website rrccr.com.
- Click on the “RRC/CR/AA/2025 – Act Apprentice Notification” link.
- Register yourself with basic details.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents:
- 10th Mark Sheet & Certificate
- ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
- Caste/Disability/Ex-servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photograph & Signature
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future use.
Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹100/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No Fee
Cluster-Wise Vacancies
The 2418 Apprentice slots are divided across five clusters:
- Mumbai
- Bhusawal
- Pune
- Nagpur
- Solapur
Trades include Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Carpenter, Mechanic Diesel, Painter, Electronics Mechanic, COPA, Turner, Machinist, and more.
Training & Stipend
- Training Duration: 1 Year (as per trade)
- Stipend: ₹7,000 per month (for NCVT/SCVT certificate holders)
- Note: No hostel accommodation will be provided.
Medical Fitness Requirements
Candidates must fulfill the following medical standards:
- Minimum Height – 137 cm
- Minimum Weight – 25.4 kg
- Chest Expansion – 3.8 cm
- Vision – Must have good eyesight (one-eyed candidates eligible except for specific trades)
- Hearing – Good hearing without hearing aids
- Must produce a Medical Fitness Certificate from an authorized doctor.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: August 2025
- Application Start Date: 12th August 2025 (11:00 hrs)
- Application Last Date: 11th September 2025 (17:00 hrs)
- Merit List & Document Verification: Dates to be announced later
Key Highlights of RRC Central Railway Apprentice 2025
- Total Vacancies: 2418 Apprentice Posts
- Location: Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur, Solapur clusters
- Qualification Required: 10th Pass + ITI Certificate
- Selection Basis: Merit list, no written exam
- Stipend: ₹7,000 per month
- Application Fee: ₹100 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women exempted)
- Online application only via rrccr.com or Click Here
- Download official Notification : Click Here
Final Thoughts
The Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 (RRC/CR/AA/2025) is one of the biggest opportunities of the year for ITI and 10th pass candidates. With 2418 vacancies across multiple trades, this recruitment offers a stable path into Indian Railways.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, make sure to submit your application online before 11th September 2025 at www.rrccr.com.
Stay connected with us for updates on merit list, document verification, and further Railway Job Notifications 2025.
