East Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 1149 Posts

A major opportunity for ITI pass candidates in the railway sector! The East Central Railway (ECR) has released the official notification for ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025. This recruitment drive, conducted by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), aims to fill 1149 vacancies for Act Apprentice positions across various divisions and workshops.

This is a fantastic chance for eligible candidates to gain valuable training and experience within the Indian Railways under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The application process is completely online, and the last date to apply is October 25, 2025. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to read the full notification and apply before the deadline.

📌 ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Quick Overview

Aspect	Details
Organization	East Central Railway (ECR), Indian Railways
Post Name	Act Apprentice
Total Vacancies	1149
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	September 26, 2025
Last Date to Apply	October 25, 2025
Stipend	As per Apprenticeship Rules
Official Website	https://www.ecr.indianrailways.gov.in

📋 Division-wise Vacancy Breakdown

The following table provides a clear breakdown of the 1149 vacancies across different divisions and units of the East Central Railway:

Division / Unit	Number of Posts
Danapur Division	675
Dhanbad Division	156
Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Division	62
Sonpur Division	47
Samastipur Division	42
Plant Depot, Pt. DDU	29
Carriage Repair Workshop, Harnaut	110
Mechanical Workshop, Samastipur	28
Total	1149

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification:

Must have passed the Matriculation/10th class examination or its equivalent under the 10+2 system.
Must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
Must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.

2. Age Limit (as on October 25, 2025):

Minimum Age: 15 years
Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation: Applicable for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories as per Government of India norms.

💰 Application Fee

The application fee structure is as follows:

General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹ 100/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: No Fee

Payment can be made online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

📝 How to Apply Online

Follow these steps carefully to ensure a successful application for ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025:

Visit the Official Website: Go to https://www.ecr.indianrailways.gov.in.
Find the Notification: Navigate to the "Recruitment" or "Career" section and find the link for "RRC ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025".
New Registration: Click on "Apply Online" and complete the registration process by providing a valid mobile number and email ID. Note down your registration details.
Log In and Fill Form: Use your registration credentials to log in and carefully fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and communication details.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, 10th mark sheet, and ITI certificate in the prescribed format and size.
Pay the Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee (if applicable) through the available online payment modes.
Review and Submit: Double-check all the information you have entered before final submission.
Print Confirmation: Take a printout of the final submitted application form for your records and future reference.

🔍 Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be primarily based on:

Merit List: A merit list will be prepared based on the average of the marks obtained in the Matriculation (10th) examination and the ITI examination.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Accuracy is Key: Ensure all details entered in the application form match your original certificates. Any discrepancy may lead to cancellation.
Valid Email & Mobile: Keep your registered email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process, as all communications will be sent there.
Single Application: Submit only one application. Multiple applications from a single candidate are liable to be rejected.
Document Readiness: Have scanned copies of all necessary documents (photo, signature, mark sheets, certificates) ready before starting the application to avoid last-minute rush.

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