If you’re searching for East Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26, here’s your complete answer: The Railway Recruitment Cell, East Central Railway (RRC/ECR) has officially announced 1149 ITI Act Apprentice slots under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible candidates can now apply online from 26th September 2025 to 25th October 2025.
This mega recruitment drive covers multiple trades including Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Carpenter, Mechanic Diesel, Electronics Mechanic, and more across divisions like Danapur, Dhanbad, Sonpur, Samastipur, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Division, Plant Depot, Harnaut, and Samastipur Workshop.
East Central Railway Apprentice 2025: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 26 September 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 26 September 2025 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 25 October 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
Apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues on the RRC/ECR website.
Division & Trade-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (1149 Slots)
The East Central Railway Act Apprentice Vacancy 2025 is distributed across 8 Divisions/Units. Candidates can apply for only one division/unit.
| Division/Unit | Total Slots | Major Trades |
|---|---|---|
| Danapur Division | 675 | Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic, Mechanic Diesel, Welder, Carpenter, Painter |
| Dhanbad Division | 156 | Welder, Fitter, Turner, Wireman, Mechanic Diesel, Machinist, Carpenter |
| Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Division | 62 | Fitter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Welder, Mechanic Diesel |
| Sonpur Division | 47 | Fitter, Blacksmith, Welder, Carpenter, Painter |
| Samastipur Division | 42 | Electrician, Fitter, Mechanical Diesel, Electronics Mechanic, Painter |
| Plant Depot/ Pt. DDU | 29 | Fitter, Machinist, Welder, Electrician, Turner |
| Carriage Repair Workshop/ Harnaut | 110 | Fitter, Welder, Machinist, Electrician |
| Mechanical Workshop/ Samastipur | 28 | Fitter, Welder, Machinist, Electrician |
| TOTAL | 1149 |
ECR Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2025
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 (UR), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST)
- Ex-servicemen: Military service + 3 years
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed Matriculation/10th class (10+2 system) with at least 50% aggregate marks.
- Must possess ITI Trade Certificate in relevant discipline issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Selection Process for ECR Apprentice 2025
The RRC ECR Apprentice Merit List 2025 will be prepared division-wise, based on:
- Average marks of 10th + ITI (equal weightage).
- Tie-breaker: Candidate with older age > Earlier passed 10th exam.
No written exam or interview will be conducted.
Application Fees
- Rs. 100/- (Non-refundable) for General/OBC candidates.
- No Fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women applicants.
Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking).
How to Apply Online for East Central Railway Apprentice 2025
- Visit the Official Website: ECR Apprentice Online Portal.
- Navigate to RRC Patna > Apprenticeship 2025 Notification.
- Register with Aadhar Number, Email ID & Mobile Number.
- Fill educational details (10th & ITI marks).
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit & take a printout for document verification.
Multiple applications will be rejected. Apply for only one division.
Documents Required
- 10th Marks Sheet & Certificate (for DOB proof).
- ITI Provisional/Final Certificate.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- PwBD/Ex-servicemen Certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-size photo (20–70 kb, JPEG).
- Signature (10–30 kb, JPEG, running handwriting).
Medical Fitness & Training
- Medical Certificate from Gazetted Railway/State Hospital Doctor (minimum height 137 cm, weight 25.4 kg, normal hearing).
- Training will follow Apprenticeship Act standards.
- Apprentices will receive a stipend as per government norms.
Apprenticeship does not guarantee a permanent railway job.
ECR Apprentice Help Desk
- Phone: 0612-2200035
- Time: 11:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Mon–Fri, excluding holidays).
The East Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is a golden chance for ITI-qualified candidates to gain practical training under Indian Railways. With 1149 vacancies across 8 divisions, this notification is one of the biggest apprentice opportunities this year.
Don’t wait until the last date — apply early to secure your slot for RRC ECR Apprentice Training 2025.
Direct Application Link (Official Website): East Central Railway RRC Apprentice Portal