Railway Job
Eastern Railway has released a golden opportunity for candidates looking to begin a career in Indian Railways. The department has officially announced 3115 vacancies for Apprenticeship Training in various trades across its divisions. The online application process will begin on August 14, 2025, and continue until September 13, 2025. Eligible candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical glitches.
Eastern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Highlights
- Organization: Eastern Railway
- Post Name: Apprentice (Various Trades)
- Total Vacancies: 3115
- Start Date to Apply: August 14, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: September 13, 2025
- Mode of Application: Online
- Official Website: https://er.indianrailways.gov.in
Who Can Apply? Full Details
Candidates interested in applying for these positions must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or its equivalent under the 10+2 system from a recognized board with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
- Technical Qualification: Along with the 10th pass, candidates should have a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
- Age Limit: The applicant should be between 15 to 24 years of age as on the closing date of application. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
Trade-wise Vacancies Details
The total of 3115 vacancies will be distributed among various trades such as:
- Fitter
- Electrician
- Welder
- Machinist
- Carpenter
- Painter
- Plumber
- Diesel Mechanic
- Wireman
- Electronics Mechanic
- And others
These apprenticeships will be offered at different divisions including Howrah, Sealdah, Asansol, Malda, Liluah, Kanchrapara, and Jamalpur Workshop.
Selection Process
There will be no written exam or interview. Selection will be purely based on merit. The merit list will be prepared based on the average percentage of marks obtained in both Matriculation and ITI.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates need to follow these steps:
- Visit the official website: https://er.indianrailways.gov.in
- Click on the “Apprentice Recruitment 2025” link
- Register using valid details
- Fill out the application form
- Upload scanned documents and photographs
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and download the confirmation page
The Eastern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is a significant opportunity for ITI holders to secure training and build a career in Indian Railways. With over 3000+ posts, this recruitment drive is one of the largest of the year. Make sure to read the detailed notification carefully before applying and ensure all eligibility conditions are met.
Key Highlights – Eastern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Total Vacancies: 3115 Apprentice posts in various trades.
- Application Start Date: Online applications open from 14 August 2025.
- Last Date to Apply: Deadline for submitting the application is 13 September 2025.
- Eligibility: Must have passed 10th class with minimum 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in relevant trade.
- Age Limit: Applicants should be 15 to 24 years old as of the last date of application. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
- Selection Process: Based on merit — no written test or interview. Merit will be calculated using 10th and ITI marks.
- Trades Available: Includes Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter, Plumber, Painter, Diesel Mechanic, and more.
- Application Mode: Only online applications will be accepted through the official website.
- Official Website: er.indianrailways.gov.in
- Training Location: Selected apprentices will be trained at various divisions like Howrah, Sealdah, Asansol, Malda, Liluah, Kanchrapara, and Jamalpur.
