Indian Railways Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Massive Openings for 10th Pass / ITI Holders Across Multiple Zones
Apply Now – Merit-Based Selection | No Written Exam
Overview
Indian Railways has announced apprentice recruitment for over 2,200 vacancies across various production units and railway zones. These positions are ideal for 10th pass and ITI-qualified candidates who are looking to gain hands-on technical experience under the National Apprentice Scheme. Selected candidates will undergo training and receive a monthly stipend as per government norms.
Railway Zones & Vacancy Details
1. Central Railway Workshop, Pune Division
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Total Posts: 970 apprentice vacancies
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Eligibility: 10th Pass with ITI in relevant trade
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Stipend: As per Apprenticeship Act, during training period
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Application Deadline: 12 September 2025
2. Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Coimbatore Unit
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Total Posts: 830 apprentices
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Trades: Electrician, Fitter, Carpenter, Welder, Painter, etc.
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Eligibility: 10th Pass + ITI (NCVT/SCVT approved)
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Selection: Merit-based (marks in 10th + ITI)
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Training Location: ICF Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
3. Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Lucknow Zone
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Total Posts: 290 vacancies
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Minimum Qualification: 10th standard and ITI in relevant trades
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Training Period: 1–2 years depending on the trade
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Stipend: ₹6,000 to ₹9,000/month approx.
4. South East Central Railway (SECR), Bilaspur Division
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Total Posts: 870 Apprentice Posts
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Eligibility: 10th pass and ITI certificate holders
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Selection Mode: No written test – purely based on marks
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Last Date to Apply: 28 August 2025
Common Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification:
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10th Class Pass with minimum 50% marks
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ITI Certificate in relevant trade (from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute)
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Age Limit:
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Minimum: 15 years
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Maximum: 24 years
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Age relaxation as per rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates
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Selection Process
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Merit-Based Shortlisting: Based on the average of marks in 10th and ITI
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No Written Exam or Interview
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Final merit list will be published on respective Railway unit websites
Training Details & Stipend
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Training will be conducted as per the guidelines of the Apprenticeship Act.
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Stipend will be paid monthly during the entire training period
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Certificate of Apprenticeship will be awarded after successful completion
How to Apply
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Visit the official websites of the respective railway divisions
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Register on the Apprenticeship India Portal – https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
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Fill out the online application form and upload necessary documents (marksheets, photo, signature, etc.)
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No application fee for SC/ST/Female candidates in most zones
Important Dates (Zone-wise)
| Railway Zone | Last Date to Apply |
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| Central Railway (Pune) | 12 Sept 2025 |
| ICF Coimbatore | 6 Sept 2025 |
| BLW Lucknow | 31 Aug 2025 |
| SECR Bilaspur | 28 Aug 2025 |
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is there any written exam for apprentice recruitment?
No. The selection is purely based on merit (marks in 10th and ITI).
2. Will selected candidates get a permanent railway job after training?
No. Apprentice training does not guarantee a permanent job. However, trained apprentices may get preference in future railway recruitments.
3. Can I apply for more than one division?
Yes, but you must submit separate applications on each respective zone’s portal.
4. Is ITI mandatory for all apprentice posts?
Yes, for trades like Fitter, Welder, Electrician, etc., ITI in the relevant field is mandatory.
