West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply for 2,865 Positions
Overview of West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025
West Central Railway (WCR) has announced a recruitment drive for apprentices: A total of 2,865 apprentice positions will be filled as part of this initiative, which is governed by the Training Act of 1961. The recruitment will take place across the Jabalpur, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and Kota, Rajasthan divisions. The application window opens on 30 August 2025, and candidates can submit their applications via the official website.
Application Timeline
Deadline for Applications:
The online application process will commence on 30 August 2025 and will close on 29 September 2025 at midnight. Selected candidates will undergo training in various Railway divisions and workshops. Interested individuals must apply through the official website.
Vacancy Breakdown by Division
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Here is the distribution of vacancies by division:
| Division / Workshop | General | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jabalpur Division | 457 | 172 | 85 | 307 |
| Bhopal Division | 226 | 83 | 42 | 151 |
| Kota Division | 346 | 131 | 66 | 234 |
| CRWS, Bhopal | 54 | 20 | 10 | 38 |
| WRS, Kota | 59 | 24 | 11 | 43 |
| Headquarters, Jabalpur | 8 | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Total | 1150 | 433 | 215 | 778 |
Eligibility Criteria
Qualifications and Age Requirements:
Applicants must have completed their 10th grade or an equivalent examination with at least 50% marks from a recognized board. Additionally, candidates should possess a National Trade Certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT. The age limit for applicants is set between 15 and 24 years, with relaxations available for SC, ST, OBC, and Divyang candidates as per government regulations.
Selection Process
Merit-Based Selection:
This recruitment will not involve a written test or interview. Selection will be based solely on a merit list, which will be calculated using the average marks obtained in the 10th grade and ITI.
Documents Required for Application
Necessary Documents:
Applicants must upload the following documents during the online application process:
- Passport-size photograph and signature
- Birth certificate
- 10th grade and ITI mark sheets
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Medical certificate for Divyang candidates
Application Fee Structure
Fee Details:
The application fee varies by category. General, OBC, and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) candidates are required to pay Rs 141. In contrast, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), women, and Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) candidates will only need to pay Rs 41.