Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Eastern Railway has released the official centralized notification for engagement of 1785 Act Apprentices for the training year 2025-26 under the Apprentices Act 1961. This is one of the biggest apprentice recruitment drives in Indian Railways this year.
Applications are invited ONLY ONLINE from 18 November 2025 to 17 December 2025 (up to 17:00 hrs). Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to get hands-on training in prestigious railway workshops and units across West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Odisha.
Key Highlights – RRC SER Apprentice 2025-26
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | SER/P-HQ/RRC/PERS/ACT APPRENTICES/2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 1785 Posts |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | www.rrcser.co.in |
| Start Date | 18.11.2025 |
| Last Date | 17.12.2025 (17:00 hrs) |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (Exempted for SC/ST/PwD/Women) |
Total Vacancies – Unit-wise Summary (Official)
| Division/Workshop/Unit | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| Kharagpur Workshop | 360 |
| Signal & Telecom Workshop/Kharagpur | 87 |
| Track Machine Workshop/Kharagpur | 120 |
| SSE(Works)/Engg/Kharagpur | 28 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot/Kharagpur | 121 |
| Diesel Loco Shed/Kharagpur | 50 |
| Sr.DEE(G)/Kharagpur | 90 |
| TRD Depot/Electrical/Kharagpur | 40 |
| EMU Shed/Electrical/TPKR | 40 |
| Electric Loco Shed/Santragachi | 36 |
| Sr.DEE(G)/Chakradharpur | 93 |
| Electric Traction Depot/Chakradharpur | 30 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot/Chakradharpur | 65 |
| Electric Loco Shed/Tata | 72 |
| Engineering Workshop/Sini | 100 |
| Track Machine Workshop/Sini | 7 |
| SSE(Works)/Engg/Chakradharpur | 26 |
| Electric Loco Shed/Bondamunda | 50 |
| Diesel Loco Shed/Bondamunda | 52 |
| Sr.DEE(G)/Adra | 30 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot/Adra | 65 |
| Diesel Loco Shed/BKSC | 33 |
| TRD Depot/Electrical/Adra | 30 |
| Electric Loco Shed/BKSC | 31 |
| Electric Loco Shed/Rou | 25 |
| SSE(Works)/Engg/Adra | 24 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot/Ranchi | 30 |
| Sr.DEE(G)/Ranchi | 30 |
| TRD Depot/Electrical/Ranchi | 10 |
| SSE(Works)/Engg/Ranchi | 10 |
| Grand Total | 1785 |
Eligibility Criteria (As per Official Notification)
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum: 15 years
- Maximum: 24 years
- Relaxation: SC/ST → 5 years | OBC → 3 years | PwD → 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to extent of service + 3 years (minimum 6 months service required)
Educational Qualification
- Passed Matriculation (10th) in 10+2 system with minimum 50% marks in aggregate (excluding additional subjects) from recognized board
- ITI Pass in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100/- (non-refundable)
- SC/ST/PwD/Women: Exempted
Selection Process – 100% Merit Based (No Exam)
- Merit list prepared trade-wise & unit-wise on the basis of percentage of marks in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate required)
- In case of tie: Older candidate → Earlier matric pass year
- Shortlisting for Document Verification: 1.5 times the number of vacancies
- Final merit list = number of slots
- Medical Examination (as per Annexure-II)
Stipend During Training
Stipend will be paid as per extant rules of Apprentices Act 1961 (rate revised from time to time). Currently ranges between ₹7,000 – ₹8,000+ per month depending on the period of training.
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step
- Visit official website → www.rrcser.co.in
- Click on the link for Act Apprentice 2025-26
- Register with basic details
- Fill application form carefully (match details exactly with Matric certificate)
- Choose up to 3 preferences of training establishments (as per your ITI trade)
- Upload recent colour photograph & signature (JPG/JPEG format)
- Pay fee online (if applicable)
- Submit & take printout of application (must bring during DV)
Important Documents to Keep Ready
- 10th Marksheet & Certificate
- ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste/PwD/Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photographs
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 18 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 December 2025 (17:00 hrs) |
| Merit List (Expected) | January–February 2026 |
| Document Verification & Medical | To be notified |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is there any written exam? No, selection is purely on 10th percentage merit.
Q2. Can I apply for multiple units? Yes, you can give 3 preferences of training units depending on your trade.
Q3. Does apprenticeship guarantee permanent railway job? No direct absorption, but trained apprentices get 20% reservation in future Level-1 (erstwhile Group-D) recruitment as per rules.
Q4. What is the exact total number of posts? 1785 (exact as per official notification dated 14.11.2025).
Q5. Where to download official notification? Direct link: www.rrcser.co.in → Click on “Act Apprentice 2025-26” section.
Final Words
This is a golden opportunity for ITI holders to get high-quality training in Indian Railways with stipend, medical facilities, and future job preference.
Start preparing your documents today! Online applications open on 18th November 2025 — don’t wait till the last date.
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