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The West Central Railway (WCR), Jabalpur has released the Act Apprentices Notification No. 01/2025 for the year 2025-26 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible candidates are invited to apply online for 2865 apprenticeship slots in various trades and units of WCR.
West Central Railway Act Apprentices Recruitment 2025-26 – Apply Online for 2865 Vacancies
Key Dates
Notification Release Date: 20.08.2025
Online Application Start Date: 30.08.2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 29.09.2025 (till 23:59 hrs)
Vacancy Details (Unit-wise Total Slots)
Jabalpur Division (JBP): 1136
Bhopal Division (BPL): 558
Kota Division (KOTA): 865
CRWS Bhopal: 136
WRS Kota: 151
HQ Jabalpur: 19
Grand Total: 2865 Slots
(Seats include reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories)
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 20.08.2025)
Minimum: 15 years
Maximum: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years (15 for SC/ST, 13 for OBC)
Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years (up to 10 years)
Educational Qualification
Must have passed 10th class (Matriculation) or equivalent (10+2 system) with minimum 50% marks.
Must possess ITI certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Candidates awaiting results or appearing in exams are not eligible.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a merit list prepared from:
Average of 10th class marks and ITI marks.
Tie-breaking:
1. Older age candidate preferred.
2. If same DOB → candidate who passed 10th earlier gets priority.
Final merit list will be published trade-wise, division-wise & community-wise.
Application Fees
UR / OBC / EWS: ₹141/- (₹100 application fee + ₹41 processing fee)
SC / ST / PwBD / Women: ₹41/- (processing fee only)
Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded.
How to Apply Online
1. Visit WCR Official Website → Recruitment → Railway Recruitment Cell → Engagement of Act Apprentices.
2. Fill application carefully with correct details.
3. Upload required documents:
Passport size photo & signature (JPG, 50kb–200kb)
10th Marksheet & Certificate
ITI Certificate & Marksheet
Caste / EWS / PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
4. Pay the application fee online.
5. Take a printout of the application for Document Verification.
Training & Stipend
Apprenticeship training will be provided as per Apprentices Act, 1961.
Stipend will be paid during training as per government norms.
No hostel accommodation will be provided. Candidates must arrange their own stay.
Important Instructions
Engineering graduates & diploma holders cannot apply.
Apprenticeship does not guarantee employment in Railways.
Applicants must produce original documents at the time of Document Verification.
Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
Candidates should regularly check the WCR website & their registered email/SMS for updates.
Help Desk
Email: rjbl2020@gmail.com
Phone: 8830326982 (10 AM – 6 PM, except Sundays & national holidays)
Quick Links
- Official Notification PDF – Download Here
- Apply Online – Link Active from 30.08.2025
Conclusion
The WCR Act Apprentices Recruitment 2025-26 is a great opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to undergo training in Indian Railways. Interested candidates should carefully read the notification, ensure eligibility, and apply well before the last date 29.09.2025 to avoid last-minute rush.
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