Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway Kolkata has released the official notification for the recruitment of Act Apprentices in various divisions & workshops for total 3115 posts.
Online applications are open from 14 August 2025 to 13 September 2025.
Check complete details below including important dates, application fee, age limit, trade-wise vacancies, eligibility & how to apply.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 14 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 September 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 September 2025 |
| Admit Card | Notified Soon |
| Exam Date / Result | Notified Soon |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH / Female | ₹ 0/- |
Payment Mode: Online only
📝 Age Limit (as on 13-09-2025)
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Minimum Age: 15 years
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Maximum Age: 24 years
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Age relaxation as per Eastern Railway rules
🎓 Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Act Apprentice | 3115 | High School (Class 10) pass with minimum 50% marks + ITI certificate in related trade |
🛠️ Trade-wise Vacancy Details (Highlights)
| Division / Workshop | Trade | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Howrah Division | Electrician | 220 |
| Howrah Division | Fitter | 281 |
| Liluah Workshop | Fitter | 240 |
| Sealdah Division | Fitter | 230 |
| Kanchrapara Workshop | Electrician | 66 |
| Malda Division | Electrician | 40 |
| Asansol Division | Fitter | 151 |
| Jamalpur Workshop | Fitter | 251 |
| Jamalpur Workshop | Welder | 218 |
For full detailed trade-wise vacancies, refer official notification.
📝 How to Apply
✅ Step-by-step guide to fill the Railway RRC ER Apprentice 2025 form:
1️⃣ Visit the official website – er.indianrailways.gov.in
2️⃣ Click on “Act Apprentice 2025” apply link (active from 14 Aug 2025)
3️⃣ Register & fill complete details carefully
4️⃣ Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
5️⃣ Pay application fee if applicable
6️⃣ Preview the form and submit
7️⃣ Save or print the submitted form for future reference
🏅 Selection Process
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Selection based on Merit List
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Prepared from marks in Matriculation (minimum 50%) + ITI trade certificate marks
No written exam. Merit-based shortlisting & document verification.
📄 Official Advertisement
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Advertisement No.: RRC-ER/Act Apprentices/2025-26
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Conducted by: Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| 🟩 Apply Online | Link active from 14/08/2025 |
| 🟩 Download Notification | Click Here |
| 🟩 Official Website | Click Here |
❓ FAQ – Railway RRC ER Apprentice 2025
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies?
📌 Total 3115 apprentice posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
📌 13 September 2025.
Q3. What is the age limit?
📌 15 to 24 years as on 13-09-2025 (age relaxation as per rules).
Q4. What is the qualification required?
📌 Class 10th pass with minimum 50% marks + ITI certificate in relevant trade.
Q5. How will selection be done?
📌 Based on merit of marks in 10th & ITI.
Q6. Is there any exam?
📌 No, direct merit-based selection.