RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025: The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), East Central Railway (ECR) has released the official notification for the engagement of 1149 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website www.ecr.indianrailways.gov.in.
RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 26 September 2025 |
| Opening Date of Online Application | 26 September 2025 |
| Closing Date of Online Application | 25 October 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
Vacancy Details (Division-wise)
| Division/Unit | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| Danapur Division | 675 |
| Dhanbad Division | 156 |
| Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Division | 62 |
| Sonpur Division | 47 |
| Samastipur Division | 42 |
| Plant Depot / Pt. DDU | 29 |
| Carriage Repair Workshop / Harnaut | 110 |
| Mechanical Workshop / Samastipur | 28 |
| Total | 1149 |
RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: (As on 25.10.2025)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years, Ex-servicemen – Military Service + 3 years
Educational Qualification:
- 10th/Matriculation with at least 50% aggregate marks
- ITI Certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT
RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 100/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No Fee
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking)
Selection Process for RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Selection will be based on merit list prepared by taking the average percentage of marks obtained in:
- Matriculation (10th)
- ITI Examination (Equal weightage for both)
✔ No Written Exam or Interview will be conducted.
Training & Stipend
Selected candidates will undergo training as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. A monthly stipend will be paid as per Railway Board rules. No hostel accommodation will be provided.
How to Apply for RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Candidates must apply online through the official RRC ECR website only. No offline applications will be accepted.
- Visit the official website: ecr.indianrailways.gov.in
- Go to “Hajipur H.Q. → RRC/Patna”
- Fill in the required details and upload documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take a printout for future reference
RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| Official Website | Click here |
| Application Link | Apply Online |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Notification (PDF) |
⚠️ Note: This apprenticeship does not guarantee a job in Railways after completion of training.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
The last date to apply online is 25th October 2025 (till 23:59 hrs).
Q2. How many vacancies are there in RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
There are a total of 1149 Apprentice posts across various divisions and workshops.
Q3. What is the age limit for East Central Railway Apprentice 2025?
Candidates should be between 15 to 24 years as of 25.10.2025. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years).
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
Applicants must have 10th/Matriculation with 50% marks and ITI certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Q5. Is there any exam for RRC ECR Apprentice Selection?
No, there is no written exam or interview. Selection will be based on a merit list prepared from 10th and ITI marks.
Q6. What is the application fee?
General/OBC/EWS candidates must pay ₹100. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Q7. How to apply online for RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Candidates can apply online through the official website ecr.indianrailways.gov.in → Hajipur H.Q. → RRC/Patna.
Q8. Will selected apprentices get a job in Railways after training?
No, apprenticeship does not guarantee a job. It is only a skill development training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
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