1149 Apprentice Vacancies in East Central Railway — Apply Online Before October 25!
If you’re an ITI-qualified candidate looking for a government job in Indian Railways, here’s your chance! The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), East Central Railway (ECR), Patna, Bihar, has announced a massive recruitment drive for 1,149 apprentice positions across multiple divisions and workshops. This opportunity is ideal for young aspirants aiming to build a career in technical trades under one of India’s largest public-sector employers.
Vacancy Details: Where You’ll Be Posted
The 1,149 apprentice posts are distributed across the following divisions and units:
- Danapur Division
- Dhanbad Division
- Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Division
- Sonpur Division
- Samastipur Division
- Plant Depot
- Carriage Repair Workshop, Harnaut
- Mechanical Workshop, Samastipur
Each division offers training and placement in various trades, giving candidates hands-on experience in railway operations.
Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for East Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025, candidates must:
- Have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent under the 10+2 system with at least 50% aggregate marks.
- Hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT or SCVT.
- Be between 15 and 24 years of age as of October 25, 2025.
- Age relaxation applies as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories.
Trades Available
The recruitment covers a wide range of trades, including:
- Fitter
- Welder
- Diesel Mechanic
- Machinist
- Carpenter
- Painter
- Lineman
- Wireman
- Electrician
- MM TM
- Civil Engineer
- Turner
- Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Electronic Mechanic
- Forger & Heat Treater
These trades offer practical training and future employment opportunities within the Indian Railways.
Selection Process: Based on Merit
Selection will be purely merit-based. The final merit list will be prepared by averaging the marks obtained in:
- Matriculation (minimum 50%)
- ITI in the relevant trade
Equal weightage will be given to both qualifications. Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
- Document verification
- Medical examination
No written test or interview is required.
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How to Apply Online
Here’s a step-by-step guide to apply:
- Visit the official website: ecr.indianrailways.gov.in
- Click on the “Apprentice Recruitment 2025” link under latest notifications
- Register using your mobile number and email ID
- Fill in personal, educational, and trade-specific details
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and download a copy for future reference
Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No fee
- Payment can be made via debit/credit card or net banking
- Transaction charges, if any, must be borne by the applicant
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | September 26, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 25, 2025 |
Apply early to avoid last-minute issues!
