RRC CR Apprentice Online Form 2025
Post Date: 14 Aug 2025
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway, Mumbai, has released the official notification (Advt No. RRC/CR/AA/2025) for the recruitment of 2,418 Trade Apprentice posts in various trades across different clusters. The online application process started on 12 August 2025 and will continue until 11 September 2025. Eligible candidates can apply through the official RRC CR website. This recruitment offers a golden opportunity for candidates to gain technical skills and hands-on experience in Indian Railways. Check important dates, fees, age limit, eligibility, vacancy details, and application links below.
| Basic Information |
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, Central Railway (RRC CR) |
| Advt No. | RRC/CR/AA/2025 |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice |
| Total Posts | 2,418 |
| Official Website | rrccr.com |
| Important Dates |
| Apply Online Start | 12 August 2025 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 September 2025 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 September 2025 |
| Merit List | To be notified |
| Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH / Female | ₹ 0/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet) |
| Age Limit (as on 12 August 2025) |
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per Railway rules (refer to official notification) |
| Vacancy Details |
| Cluster |
Unit |
UR |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
Total |
| Mumbai Cluster | Carriage & Wagon (Coaching) Wadi Bunder | 131 | 69 | 39 | 19 | 258 |
| Kalyan Diesel Shed | 26 | 13 | 08 | 03 | 50 |
| Kurla Diesel Shed | 31 | 16 | 09 | 04 | 60 |
| Sr. DEE (TRS) Kalyan | 60 | 33 | 20 | 11 | 124 |
| Sr. DEE (TRS) Kurla | 89 | 49 | 29 | 13 | 180 |
| Parel Workshop | 163 | 72 | 45 | 23 | 303 |
| Matunga Workshop | 274 | 149 | 82 | 42 | 547 |
| S & T Workshop, Byculla | 31 | 17 | 09 | 03 | 60 |
| Bhusawal Cluster | Carriage & Wagon Depot | 63 | 32 | 18 | 09 | 122 |
| Electric Loco Shed | 40 | 21 | 13 | 06 | 80 |
| Electric Locomotive Workshop | 62 | 31 | 17 | 08 | 118 |
| Manmad Workshop | 28 | 14 | 07 | 02 | 51 |
| TMW Nasik Road | 23 | 14 | 07 | 03 | 47 |
| Pune Cluster | Carriage & Wagon Depot | 17 | 09 | 03 | 02 | 31 |
| Diesel Loco Shed | 62 | 33 | 17 | 09 | 121 |
| Electric Loco Shed, Daund | 20 | 12 | 06 | 02 | 40 |
| Nagpur Cluster | Electric Loco Shed, Ajni | 25 | 13 | 07 | 03 | 48 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot | 33 | 16 | 09 | 05 | 63 |
| Melpal Ajni | 16 | 08 | 06 | 03 | 33 |
| Solapur Cluster | Carriage & Wagon Depot | 29 | 15 | 07 | 04 | 55 |
| Kurduwadi Workshop | 11 | 06 | 04 | 00 | 21 |
| Total | 1217 | 642 | 362 | 174 | 2,418 |
| Eligibility |
- Education: Passed Class 10th (High School) with at least 50% marks.
- ITI Certificate in relevant trade from an NCVT/SCVT recognized institution.
- Valid Aadhaar Card for identity verification during the application process.
|
| Selection Process |
- Merit List: Based on the average marks of Class 10th and ITI in the relevant trade.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must pass the prescribed medical fitness test conducted by the Railway authority.
|
| Documents Required |
- Photograph: Recent passport-size color photograph (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, 20 KB - 70 KB, JPG/JPEG format).
- Signature: Scanned signature (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, 20 KB - 30 KB, JPG/JPEG format).
- SSC (Class 10th) mark sheet and certificate.
- ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT recognized) in the relevant trade.
- Date of birth proof (Birth certificate or Class 10th certificate).
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable).
- Disability certificate (for PwBD candidates, if applicable).
- Domicile certificate (if claiming age or fee relaxation).
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.).
- Valid Email ID and Mobile Number for registration and communication.
|
| Pay Scale |
| Pay as per Railway rules for apprentices. Refer to the official notification for stipend details and allowances during the apprenticeship period. |
| How to Apply |
- Visit the official RRC CR website: rrccr.com.
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Apprentice 2025” section.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for Advt No. RRC/CR/AA/2025.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, and verify with OTP.
- Log in using the provided credentials and fill the application form with personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned photo, signature, and necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Review and submit the form. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
- Monitor the RRC CR portal for updates on merit list and further instructions.
|
| Cut-Off Criteria (Estimated) |
| Category |
Cut-Off Basis |
Remarks |
| General (UR) | Highest average marks in 10th + ITI | May be above 85% |
| OBC | Highest average marks in 10th + ITI | Slightly lower than UR |
| SC | Highest average marks in 10th + ITI | Relaxation as per rules |
| ST | Highest average marks in 10th + ITI | Relaxation as per rules |
| PwBD | Highest average marks in 10th + ITI | As per category relaxation |
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the RRC CR Apprentice 2025 application start? The application starts on 12 August 2025 at 11:00 AM.
- What is the last date to apply for RRC CR Apprentice 2025? The last date is 11 September 2025 at 05:00 PM.
- What is the eligibility for RRC CR Apprentice 2025? Candidates need to have passed Class 10th with 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade.
- Where can I apply for RRC CR Apprentice 2025? Apply at the official website: rrccr.com.
Important: Verify all details, including dates, eligibility, and document requirements, from the official notification on rrccr.com before applying. If there is any discrepancy, the information on the official website/notification shall prevail.
