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The Railway Recruitment Cell, South East Central Railway (SECR), operating under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has announced the engagement of Act Apprentices as per the Apprentice Act 1961 and Apprentice Rule 1992. This recruitment drive covers various trades within the Nagpur Division and Workshop Motibagh, Nagpur, for the 2025-26 period.
A total of 1007 Apprentice positions have been declared, comprising 919 posts in the Nagpur Division and 88 posts in the Motibagh Workshop. These openings span a range of trades including Electrician, Fitter, Carpenter, Welder, COPA, Plumber, Stenographer, Mechanic, and others. The duration of the training program is set for one year.
Prospective candidates can submit their applications online exclusively via the official apprenticeship India website. The online application process is scheduled to commence on April 05, 2025, with the deadline for applying online for the RRC SECR Apprentice Recruitment being May 04, 2025. Interested candidates are advised to review the necessary eligibility requirements and other details before applying.
RRC SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Department | Railway Recruitment Cell, South East Central Railway |
| Position Title | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1007 (919 Nagpur Division + 88 Motibagh Workshop) |
| Application Method | Online |
| Application Deadline | May 04, 2025 |
| Official Portal | secr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have successfully completed matriculation (Class 10) with a minimum aggregate score of 50% from a recognized board. Additionally, candidates are required to possess a National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT. The chosen trade must be among those listed in the official notification. Candidates should not include higher qualifications in their application form, as this may lead to rejection.
Applicants must accurately enter their 10th and ITI marks on the application portal. No prior job experience is necessary. However, individuals who have already completed apprenticeship training in any organization are not eligible to apply.
The minimum age for candidates is 15 years, and they should not exceed 24 years of age as of the specified cut-off date.
| Category | Age Range (Born Between) |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | April 05, 2001 to April 05, 2010 |
| OBC | April 05, 1998 to April 05, 2010 |
| SC/ST | April 05, 1996 to April 05, 2010 |
| PWBD/Ex-Serviceman | April 05, 1991 to April 05, 2010 |
Application Fee
There is no fee for registration or application for the SECR Apprentice 2025 recruitment. Candidates can apply completely free of charge.
Important Application Dates
- Online Application Commencement: April 05, 2025
- Online Application Closing Date: May 04, 2025
Selection Process
Candidate selection will be based purely on merit. The merit list will be compiled considering the following factors:
- Aggregate marks obtained in Class 10 (with a minimum of 50%) combined with ITI marks.
- In instances of a tie in marks, older candidates will receive preference.
- Further ties will be resolved by reviewing the date of passing the matriculation examination.
- Medical fitness and document verification are mandatory steps for final selection.
Steps to Apply Online for RRC SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Prior to applying online, ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and have all necessary documents scanned and ready. Applications must be submitted online only via the official portal.
- Navigate to the official website: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Register on the portal using your valid email address and mobile number.
- After successful registration, log in with your generated credentials.
- Complete the application form by providing personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
- Select your preferred unit: Nagpur Division or Motibagh Workshop.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents.
- Carefully review the filled application form before submitting it.
- Save or print the submission confirmation slip along with your registration number for future reference.
- Official Website: secr.indianrailways.gov.in
- Detailed Notification: Download from here
- Application Link: Register online here
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