Exciting Railway Apprentice Opportunities in 2025
Railway Vacancy 2025 Announcement
Railway Vacancy 2025: Exciting news for those aspiring to work in the Railways! The East Central Railway (ECR) is on the lookout for 1,149 apprentices. Selection will be based solely on a merit list, eliminating the need for an examination. Interested individuals can submit their applications online via the official website until October 25, 2025.
Details of the Recruitment
Recruitment Overview
This recruitment initiative will fill positions across various trades, including:
- Fitter
- Welder
- Mechanic
- Refrigeration and AC Mechanic
- Forger and Heat Treater
- Carpenter
- Electronics Mechanic
- Painter
- Electrician
- Wireman
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must have completed Matriculation/10th grade or an equivalent examination from a recognized board, achieving at least 50% marks. Additionally, candidates should hold an ITI certificate (issued by NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade.
The age range for applicants is between 15 and 24 years as of October 25, 2025. Age relaxation will be applicable for candidates from reserved categories, with specifics determined for each category.
Selection Process
Selection Methodology
A merit list will be compiled for candidates applying to a specific division. This list will be based on the average percentage of marks obtained in both Matriculation (10th) and ITI examinations, with equal weightage given to both.
The percentage will be calculated by summing the total marks across all subjects in Matriculation. Marks from any single subject or group of subjects will not be considered.