The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Western Railway (SWR) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of 904 Apprentice posts for the year 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates looking to build a career in the Indian Railways under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The vacancies span various trades and units within the South Western Railway zone.
KEY DATES
- Notification Release Date: 11th July 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 14th July 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 13th August 2025 (till 23:59 hrs)
VACANCY DETAILS
| Hubballi Division | 237 |
| Carriage Repair Workshop, Hubballi | 217 |
| Bengaluru Division | 230 |
| Mysuru Division | 177 |
| Central Workshop, Mysuru | 43 |
APPLICATION FEE
- General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹100 (non-refundable)
- SC/ST/Women/PwBD candidates: Exempted from fee
- Mode of Payment: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking
AGE LIMIT (AS ON 13-08-2025)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Relaxations:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Passed 10th Class examination or its equivalent under the 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- Possess a National Trade Certificate in the relevant trade issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) or a Provisional Certificate from NCVT/State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT).
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection will be made purely on a merit basis, considering the percentage of marks in matriculation (minimum 50%) and ITI examination. There will be no written exam or interview. The final merit list will be prepared trade-wise and unit-wise.
UNITS OFFERING APPRENTICESHIPS
The 904 apprenticeship opportunities are spread across various divisions and workshops under the South Western Railway jurisdiction, offering a wide range of trades like Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter, and more.
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official RRC SWR website. Applicants are advised to ensure that all documents and certificates are ready for upload.
The RRC SWR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 offers a promising platform for young individuals to begin their careers in Indian Railways while gaining hands-on technical experience in their chosen trades.
MORE INFO
| Notification | CLICK HERE |
| Apply | CLICK HERE |
| Official Portal | CLICK HERE |
