Short Description: Great news for candidates! For those who dream of working with Indian Railways, South Eastern Railway has released the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 notification for 1785 training slots in various trades. RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 has the following trades: fitter, electrician, welder, mechanic (diesel), machinist, carpenter, painter, and more. The online application process started on November 18, 2025, and remained open until December 17, 2025. Interested candidates were advised to check the notification for details regarding eligibility, age limit, application fees, salary, and selection process before applying through the official link.
South Eastern Railway Apprentice Notification 2025
RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Short Details of Notification
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| • Notification Date: 14 November 2025 • Application Begins: 18 November 2025 • Apply Last Date: 17 December 2025 • Last Date for Fee: 17 December 2025 • Admit Card Date: Notify Later • Exam Date: Notify Later • Result: Notify Later 👉 Candidates are advised to verify the details from the official website of RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025. | • General / OBC: ₹100/- • SC / ST / PH: ₹00/- 👉 Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods: • Debit Card • Credit Card • Internet Banking • IMPS • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
| Age limit as of 01 January 2026 | Total Post |
| • Minimum Age: 15 Years • Maximum Age: 24 Years 👉 Age Relaxation: As per the official rules and regulations of the government. | 1785 Posts |
| RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details | ||||||
| Sr. No. | Division/Workshop | UR | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| 1 | Kharagpur Workshop | 182 | 98 | 53 | 27 | 360 |
| 2 | S&T Workshop / Kharagpur | 44 | 25 | 12 | 6 | 87 |
| 3 | Track Machine Workshop / Kharagpur | 59 | 33 | 19 | 9 | 120 |
| 4 | SSE (Works) / Engg. / Kharagpur | 14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 28 |
| 5 | Carriage & Wagon Depot / Kharagpur | 62 | 33 | 17 | 9 | 121 |
| 6 | Diesel Loco Shed / Kharagpur | 28 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 50 |
| 7 | Sr. DEE (G) / Kharagpur | 46 | 24 | 14 | 6 | 90 |
| 8 | TRD Depot / Electrical / Kharagpur | 20 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 40 |
| 9 | EMU Shed / TPKR | 20 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 40 |
| 10 | Electric Loco Shed / Santragachi | 18 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 36 |
| 11 | Sr. DEE (G) / Chakradharpur | 47 | 25 | 13 | 8 | 93 |
| 12 | Electric Traction Depot / Chakradharpur | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 30 |
| 13 | Carriage & Wagon Depot / Chakradharpur | 35 | 16 | 9 | 5 | 65 |
| 14 | Electric Loco Shed / TATA | 37 | 19 | 10 | 6 | 72 |
| 15 | Engineering Workshop / Sini | 51 | 25 | 17 | 7 | 100 |
| 16 | Track Machine Workshop / Sini | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 17 | SSE (Works) / Engg. / Chakradharpur | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 26 |
| 18 | Electric Loco Shed / Bondamunda | 26 | 14 | 6 | 4 | 50 |
| 19 | Diesel Loco Shed / Bondamunda | 29 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 52 |
| 20 | Sr. DEE (G) / ADRA | 16 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 30 |
| 21 | Carriage & Wagon Depot / ADRA | 33 | 18 | 9 | 5 | 65 |
| 22 | Diesel Loco Shed / BKSC | 17 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 33 |
| 23 | TRD Depot / Electrical / ADRA | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 30 |
| 24 | Electric Loco Shed / BKSC | 15 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 31 |
| 25 | Electric Loco Shed / ROU | 14 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 25 |
| 26 | SSE (Works) / Engg. / ADRA | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 24 |
| 27 | Carriage & Wagon Depot / Ranchi | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 30 |
| 28 | Sr. DEE (G) / Ranchi | 16 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 30 |
| 29 | TRD Depot / Electrical / Ranchi | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10 |
| 30 | SSE (Works) / Engg. / Ranchi | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10 |
| 31 | GRAND TOTAL | 914 | 481 | 258 | 132 | 1785 |
| RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Education Qualification | |
| • The candidate must have passed matriculation/10th grade under the 10+2 examination system. • Must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (excluding additional subjects). ✔ ITI Qualification • The candidate must possess an ITI Pass Certificate. • The ITI should be in the relevant trade in which the apprenticeship is to be done. • NCVT or SCVT must issue the certificate. | |
| How to Apply for RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 | |
| 🔹 Here’s a step-by-step guide to download the RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025👇 1. Visit the official website: www.rrcser.co.in. 2. Read the detailed instructions carefully before filling out the online form. 3. Fill in personal details like name, date of birth, community, etc., exactly as per the matriculation certificate. 4. Upload required documents. • Recent color photograph • Signature • Category certificates (if applicable). 5. Select three preferred training units according to your ITI trade. 6. Pay the application fee of ₹100 (SC/ST/PWD/Women: No fee). 7. Submit the form and take a printout for document verification. 8. Keep your mobile number and email active for further communication. Candidates can check their RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 through the official link provided below. | |
| RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Selection Process | |
| RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Selection Process: 1. No Exam—Selection is Merit-Based. • Selection is based only on the Class 10 (Matriculation) percentage. 2. Merit List Preparation • Trade-wise merit lists are prepared based on the overall marks in Class 10. • A minimum of 50% is required. • ITI marks are not considered. 3. Tie-Breaking Rules • If two candidates have the same marks: ✔ Older candidates are given preference. ✔ If the candidates are the same age, the candidate who passed matric earlier gets preference. 4. Document Verification • Candidates will be called for verification at a ratio of 1.5 times the total number of vacancies. 5. Final Merit List • Prepared trade-wise and community-wise • Final selection only after DV and medical fitness. 6. Medical Examination • Must be found fit as per Annexure-II medical standards. | |
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
| Important Question (FAQs) | |
| Q1. What is RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2025? Ans. It is a training recruitment by South Eastern Railway for Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961 in various trades like Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, etc. Q2. What is the total number of apprentice vacancies? Ans. There are 1785 apprentice training slots in total across different divisions and workshops. Q3. What is the age limit for this recruitment? Ans. You must be 15 to 24 years old as of 01.01.2026. Age relaxations: • SC/ST: +5 years • OBC: +3 years • PWD: +10 years Q4. What is the educational qualification required? Ans. 10th Class (10+2 system) with minimum 50% marks ITI certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) Q5. Is there a written exam? Ans. No. Selection is only based on Class 10 (Matric) marks. Q6. How is the merit list prepared? Ans. The merit list is based on overall 10th-class marks. If marks are tied: • Older candidate preferred • If the same age, one who passed matric earlier is preferred Q7. What is the application fee? Ans. • ₹100 for General/OBC • No fee for SC/ST/PWD/Women candidates Q8. When can I apply online? Ans. • Start Date: 18 November 2025 • Last Date: 17 December 2025 (till 17:00 hrs) Q9. What is the selection process? Ans. • Merit based on 10th marks • Document Verification (DV) • Medical Fitness Test Q10. How do I apply for the RRC SER Apprentice recruitment? Ans. • Visit www.rrcser.co.in • Fill out the online form • Upload photo, signature & certificates • Select training preferences • Pay fee (if applicable) • Submit and keep a printout for DV | |
