IRCTC Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 45 Apprentice Posts

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC), a Government of India NavRatna Enterprise, has announced the IRCTC Recruitment 2025 for engaging Apprentice Trainees under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. This recruitment drive is for the East Zone, Kolkata, and offers 45 vacancies for the position of Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA).

This is an excellent opportunity for ITI pass candidates to gain valuable training experience with a premier public sector undertaking. The application process is completely online through the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal, and there is no application fee. Eligible candidates can apply from October 13, 2025, to October 28, 2025.

📌 IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Quick Overview

Aspect	Details
Organization	Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC)
Post Name	Apprentice Trainee (COPA)
Total Vacancies	45
Application Mode	Online
Application Portal	Apprenticeship India Portal
Application Start Date	October 13, 2025
Last Date to Apply	October 28, 2025
Stipend	₹ 9,600/- per month
Official Website	https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in

📋 Vacancy Details

Trade	Number of Posts	Monthly Stipend
Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)	45	₹ 9,600/-

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification:

Matriculation (10th Class) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized Board.
ITI Certificate in COPA trade affiliated to NCVT/SCVT.

2. Age Limit (as on October 1, 2025):

Minimum Age: 15 years
Maximum Age: 25 years
Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per Government of India norms.

💰 Stipend

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹ 9,600/- during the apprenticeship period.

🔍 Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on:

Merit List prepared from marks obtained in:

Matriculation (10th) examination
ITI examination

💳 Application Fee

All Categories: No Application Fee
The application process is completely free of cost

📝 How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to apply for IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025:

Visit Official Portal: Go to Apprenticeship India Portal
Registration: Create an account on the portal (if not already registered)
Search Establishment: Search for "IRCTC - East Zone, Kolkata" in the establishment search
Apply for Notification: Find the relevant apprentice notification and click on "Apply"
Fill Application Form: Enter all required details accurately:

Personal information
Educational qualifications
Contact details

Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of:

Recent passport-size photograph
10th mark sheet and certificate
ITI mark sheets and certificate
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Other relevant documents

Review and Submit: Verify all details before final submission
Print Application: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference

📄 Documents Required

10th Class Mark Sheet and Certificate
ITI Mark Sheets and Certificate (COPA trade)
Date of Birth Proof
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhar Card
Recent Passport-sized Photograph
Signature
Valid Email ID and Mobile Number

⚠️ Important Instructions

Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying
Document Readiness: Keep all documents scanned and ready before starting application
Application Accuracy: Fill all details correctly as per educational certificates
Single Application: Submit only one application per candidate
Portal Registration: Ensure proper registration on the Apprenticeship India portal
Active Contact: Keep email and mobile number active for all communications