West Central Railway (WCR) Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26
Overview
| Notification Number | 01/2025 (Act Apprentice) |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 20/08/2025 |
| Total Positions | 2865 |
| Application Start Date | 30/08/2025 |
| Application End Date | 29/09/2025 at 23:59 hrs |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 1150 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 215 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 778 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 289 |
| Total | 2865 |
Division-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Division/Unit | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | PwBD | Ex-Servicemen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JBP Division | 457 | 172 | 85 | 307 | 115 | 1136 | 47 | 34 |
| BPL Division | 226 | 83 | 42 | 151 | 56 | 558 | 18 | 16 |
| KOTA Division | 346 | 131 | 66 | 234 | 88 | 865 | 32 | 28 |
| CRWS BPL | 54 | 20 | 10 | 38 | 14 | 136 | 0 | 0 |
| WRS KOTA | 59 | 24 | 11 | 43 | 14 | 151 | 9 | 6 |
| HQ/JBP | 8 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 19 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 1150 | 433 | 215 | 778 | 289 | 2865 | 107 | 85 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 15-24 years (as on 20/08/2025) |
| Age Relaxation – SC/ST | +5 years |
| Age Relaxation – OBC | +3 years |
| Age Relaxation – PwBD | +10 years (15 years for SC/ST, 13 years for OBC) |
| Age Relaxation – Ex-servicemen | +10 years (service period + 3 years) |
| Educational Qualification | 10th class with minimum 50% marks |
| Technical Qualification | National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade |
Application Fees
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS Candidates | Rs. 141/- (Rs. 100 Application + Rs. 41 Processing) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates | Rs. 41/- (Processing fee only) |
Trade-wise Vacancy Summary
| Trade Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 843 |
| Electrician | 727 |
| Welder (Gas and Electric) | 367 |
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant | 316 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 185 |
| Blacksmith (Foundryman) | 139 |
| Wireman | 133 |
| Plumber | 83 |
| Machinist | 38 |
| Turner | 26 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 6 |
| Mechanic (Refrigeration & Air Condition) | 2 |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Merit List Preparation | Based on average marks of 10th class + ITI marks |
| Document Verification | Called based on merit and availability of positions |
| Medical Certificate | Required from Government Authorized Doctor |
| Final Selection | Based on merit, document verification, and medical fitness |
Required Documents
| Document Type | Format | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG (100×120 pixels) | 50kb-200kb |
| Signature | JPG (160×70 pixels) | 50kb-200kb |
| 10th Mark Sheet | JPG | 50kb-200kb |
| 10th Pass Certificate | JPG | 50kb-200kb |
| ITI Certificate & Mark Sheet | JPG | 50kb-200kb |
| Caste Certificate (if applicable) | JPG | 50kb-200kb |
| PwBD Certificate (if applicable) | JPG | 50kb-200kb |
Important Dates Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 20/08/2025 |
| Online Application Opens | 30/08/2025 |
| Online Application Closes | 29/09/2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Merit List Publication | To be announced |
| Document Verification | To be announced |
Contact Information
| Purpose | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Help Desk Email | rjbl2020@gmail.com |
| Help Desk Phone | 8830326982 (10:00 AM to 06:00 PM, excluding Sunday and holidays) |
| Official Website | www.wcr.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Application Path | About us → Recruitment → Railway Recruitment Cell → Engagement of Act Apprentices → Engagement of Act Apprentices for 2025-26 |
Salary/Stipend Information
| Payment Type | Amount (Monthly) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice Stipend | Rs. 7,000 – Rs. 12,000 | Monthly stipend during training period as per Railway Board directives |
| Average WCR Stipend | Rs. 6,000 – Rs. 10,000 | West Central Railway stipend range based on trade |
| Consolidated Amount | Rs. 7,000 | Standard consolidated stipend as per recent notifications |
| Duration | Throughout Training Period | Paid monthly during entire apprenticeship duration |
| Additional Benefits | As per Rules | No hostel accommodation provided – self-arrangement required |
Key Points to Remember
- This is apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 – not regular employment
- No obligation for railway to provide employment after training completion
- Selected candidates must arrange their own accommodation
- Stipend will be provided during training as per rules
- Medical certificate from authorized government doctor is mandatory
- Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible
- Only online applications will be accepted
- Document verification will be conducted at the applied unit only
