The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Eastern Railway has officially released the notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the year 2025-26. This recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for candidates who have passed 10th with ITI in relevant trades to join Eastern Railway for apprenticeship training.
A total of 3,115 vacancies have been announced across major divisions and workshops including Howrah, Sealdah, Asansol, Malda, Liluah, Jamalpur, and Kanchrapara. The online application process will begin on 14 August 2025 and will remain open till 13 September 2025 on the official website www.rrcer.com.
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell, Eastern Railway |
| Notification Number | RRC-ER/Act Apprentices/2025-26 |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 3,115 |
| Training Location | Howrah, Sealdah, Asansol, Malda, Liluah, Jamalpur, Kanchrapara |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Training Duration | As per Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Official Website | www.rrcer.com |
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 31 July 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 14 August 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 13 September 2025
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Online only |
RRC ER Apprentice Vacancies 2025
| Unit/Division | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| Howrah Division | 659 |
| Liluah Workshop | 612 |
| Sealdah Division | 440 |
| Kanchrapara Workshop | 187 |
| Malda Division | 138 |
| Asansol Division | 412 |
| Jamalpur Workshop | 667 |
Educational Qualification
- 10th Pass with minimum 50% marks (under 10+2 system)
- ITI Certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT
Age Limit (as on 13 September 2025)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Service rendered + 3 years
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates (based on academic performance)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website – www.rrcer.com.
- Click on the “Act Apprentice 2025-26” recruitment link.
- Register and fill in all required details correctly.
- Upload scanned copies of documents (Photograph, Signature, 10th Marksheet, ITI Certificate, Caste/PwBD certificate).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Official Notification | Notification |
| RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| RRC ER Official Website | RRC ER |
FAQs on RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies announced in RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Ans: A total of 3,115 vacancies are announced across various divisions.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 13 September 2025.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification required for this apprenticeship?
Ans: Candidates must have passed 10th with 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
Q4. What is the application fee for RRC ER Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Ans: General/OBC candidates need to pay ₹100/-, while SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted from the fee.
Q5. How will the selection process be conducted?
Ans: The selection will be based on shortlisting, document verification, and medical test.









