East Central Railway Recruitment: Apply for Over 1,100 Apprentice Positions

East Central Railway has opened applications for more than 1,100 apprentice positions, inviting eligible candidates to apply online by October 25, 2025. Applicants must have completed their 10th grade with a minimum of 50% marks and possess an ITI in the relevant trade. The selection will be based on a merit list derived from candidates' Matriculation and ITI exam scores. Notably, SC/ST/PWD/Women candidates are exempt from application fees, while others must pay ₹100. For more details, visit the official ECR website.

By Ambika Singh Sep 29, 2025, 21:17 IST

Exciting Job Opportunities at East Central Railway

If you're on the hunt for a job, there's good news! East Central Railway has announced openings for apprentice roles. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online via the official ECR website at ecr.indianrailways.gov.in. Make sure to apply before the deadline on October 25, 2025. This recruitment initiative aims to fill more than 1,100 vacancies within the organization. A common question arises: what is the upper age limit for applicants? Let's delve into the details.

Required Educational Background

To qualify for this recruitment, applicants must have completed their Matriculation/10th grade or an equivalent qualification (under the 10+2 system) with at least 50% marks from a recognized board, along with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. Candidates can refer to the application form for more details regarding the specific subjects.

Age Limit for Applicants

The upper age limit for candidates applying for these positions is set at 24 years, while the minimum age requirement is 15 years.

Selection Methodology

The selection process for apprenticeship training will be determined by a merit list created for all applicants in a specific division or unit as per the notification. This merit list will be compiled by averaging the percentage of marks obtained in both the Matriculation (with a minimum of 50% aggregate) and ITI examinations, giving equal weight to both.

Application Fees

Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD/Women categories are exempt from paying any application fee. For all other applicants, a fee of ₹100 is applicable. Payment can be made using debit/credit cards or through internet banking, with any transaction fees incurred being the responsibility of the candidates. For further information, candidates are encouraged to visit the official East Central Railway website.