Indian Railways has announced 2,500 Apprentice vacancies . Students can apply online from November 15, 2023 , until December 14, 2023 . This recruitment drive is for various workshops across Indian Railways. Candidates aged between 15 and 24 years who have passed 10th standard with 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate can apply. The application fee is Rs. 100 for most candidates.
Key Details at a Glance
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 2,500 |
| Application Start Date | November 15, 2023 |
| Application End Date | December 14, 2023 |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years (as of November 15, 2023) |
| Minimum Qualification | 10th Pass with 50% marks + ITI Certificate |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 (General/OBC), Nil (SC/ST/PwBD/Women) |
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)
Candidates must meet specific conditions to apply for these apprentice positions.
Age Limit
Your age must be between 15 years and 24 years as of November 15, 2023 . Government rules provide age relaxation for SC, ST, and OBC candidates.
Educational Qualification
You must have passed your 10th standard (Matriculation) exam with at least 50% marks . You also need an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institution.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to complete your application online:
- Visit the official Indian Railways recruitment website.
- Find the link for "Apprentice Recruitment 2023".
- Register by filling basic details.
- Log in and complete the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, 10th mark sheet, ITI certificate, and caste certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Review and submit the form.
- Print a copy for your records.
Documents to Keep Ready
Before applying, prepare clear scanned copies of:
- Passport-size photograph.
- Signature.
- 10th standard mark sheet .
- ITI certificate .
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- Disability Certificate (if applicable).
Selection Process and Training
Indian Railways will select candidates based on a merit list. This list comes from your marks in 10th standard and your ITI course . There will be no written exam or interview.
The final list of selected candidates will be published on the official website in January 2024 . Selected apprentices will get one year of training in railway workshops.
Application Fee Details
The application fee is Rs. 100 for General and OBC male candidates. SC, ST, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and all women candidates are exempt from paying the fee.
You can pay the fee online using Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
