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The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway, has released the official RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification. This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to start their career with the prestigious Indian Railways. A total of 2412 Apprentice vacancies are available across different clusters including Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur, and Solapur.
The online application process has already started on 12th August 2025 and will remain open till 11th September 2025. Eligible candidates who have passed 10th Class with ITI Certificate can apply online for this recruitment.
Key Highlights of RRC CR Apprentice 2025
- Organization: Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway
- Post Name: Act Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 2412
- Job Location: Mumbai, Bhusawal, Pune, Nagpur, Solapur
- Stipend: ₹7,000/- per month
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Dates: 12th August to 11th September 2025
Vacancy Breakdown (Cluster-wise)
| Cluster | Vacancies |
| Mumbai | 1582 |
| Bhusawal | 418 |
| Pune | 192 |
| Nagpur | 144 |
| Solapur | 76 |
| Total | 2412 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) with 50% aggregate marks.
- Must possess an ITI Certificate / NTC in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
- Note: Engineering Graduates and Diploma holders are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 12/08/2025)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
Salary / Stipend
- Selected candidates will receive a stipend of ₹7,000 per month during training.
- This is a training-based post; no additional allowances like DA, HRA, or TA will be provided.
Selection Process
- Merit-based Selection (No exam, no interview).
- Merit list will be prepared based on 10th Class marks + ITI marks (equal weightage).
- Tie-breaker: Older candidate preferred; if same, then earlier matriculation pass.
- Document Verification & Medical Exam required for final selection.
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women: No Fee
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Important Dates
- Notification Release: 12th August 2025
- Application Start: 12th August 2025 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 11th September 2025 (5:00 PM)
- Result / Merit List: To be announced
How to Apply Online for RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
- Visit the official website of RRC Central Railway.
- Click on “Online Application for Engagement of Act Apprentices”.
- Register with your basic details (Name, Email, Mobile Number).
- Verify via OTP and log in.
- Fill the application form with personal, educational & ITI details.
- Choose Cluster & Unit Preference.
- Upload scanned documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the final application form for future reference.
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Conclusion
The RRC CR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is a fantastic chance for ITI holders to join the Indian Railways and gain hands-on technical training. With a stipend of ₹7,000 per month and valuable work experience, this apprenticeship can open doors for future government and private jobs.
📌 Make sure to apply before 11th September 2025 to avoid last-minute issues.
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