The West Central Railway (WCR) has officially announced a massive recruitment drive for 2865 Apprentice positions under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a golden opportunity for ITI pass candidates to secure training in various designated trades across different workshops and units of the Indian Railways.
Key Highlights:
- Organization: West Central Railway (WCR)
- Post Name: Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 2865
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Window: 30th August 2025 to 29th September 2025
📋 WCR Apprentice Vacancy 2025: Division-wise Breakdown
| Division/Unit | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| BP Division | 1136 |
| BPL Division | 558 |
| KOTA Division | 865 |
| CRWS BPL | 136 |
| WRS KOTA | 170 |
| Total | 2865 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (as on 20/08/2025):
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age Relaxation is applicable as per government rules:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PwBD: +10 years
2. Educational Qualification:
- Passed 10th class/Matriculation with a minimum of 50% marks (aggregate, no rounding off) from a recognized board.
- Must possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
💰 Application Fee
- General / OBC / Other State Candidates: ₹141/- (including GST)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: ₹41/- (including GST)
- Payment Mode: Online through the application portal.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 30 August 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 29 September 2025 (11:59 PM) |
🔍 Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based purely on merit. The merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in:
- 10th/Matriculation (50% weightage)
- ITI (50% weightage)
📝 How to Apply for WCR Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Eligible and interested candidates must apply online through the official RRC portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website: nitplrrc.com
- Click on the registration link for “West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025”.
- Complete the New Registration by filling in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents: Photograph, Signature, and necessary certificates (10th Marksheet, ITI Certificate, Caste Certificate if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online using a debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Review your application carefully and submit it.
- Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
⚠️ Important: No other mode of application will be accepted. The application portal will close at 11:59 PM on September 29, 2025.
📜 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Detailed Notification | Click Here (PDF) (Link to be activated) |
| Direct Online Application Portal | Click Here to Apply |
| Latest Railway Jobs | Check Here |
| Latest Apprentice Jobs | Check Here |
Bookmark this page for the latest updates on exam dates, admit cards, and the merit list.
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