West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025: The West Central Railway (WCR) has announced an official notification for the recruitment of Trade Apprentice. There are 2,865 vacancies available for these posts. Candidates with ITI qualification are eligible to apply online. Eligible and interested applicants can apply online on or before 29th September 2025. The detailed eligibility criteria, vacancies and how to apply for West Central Railway Apprentice Jobs are explained below.
Job Overview:
| Organization Name | West Central Railway (WCR) |
| Position | Trade Apprentice |
| Job Location | Kota, Jabalpur, Bhopal |
| Total Vacancies | 2,865 Posts |
| Last Date | 29th September 2025 |
Education Qualification for West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025:
- The candidate must have passed 10th class or its equivalent with minimum 50 percent marks in aggregate, from a recognised Board for all trades AND
- Also, should possess the NTC in the notified trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
- Relevant Trades:
- Machinist
- Mechanic (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning)
- Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)
- Plumber
- Turner
- Welder (Gas and Electric)
- Wireman
- Blacksmith (Foundryman)
- Computer Operator and Programming Assistant
- Electrician
- Electronics Mechanic
- Fitter
Total Vacancies for West Central Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2025:
West Central Railway (WCR) has announced the recruitment of 2,865 posts for Trade Apprentice as follows:
Trade Wise Vacancies:
- Machinist: 38 Posts
- Mechanic (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning): 02 Posts
- Mechanic (Motor Vehicle): 06 Posts
- Plumber: 83 Posts
- Turner: 26 Posts
- Welder (Gas and Electric): 367 Posts
- Wireman: 133 Posts
- Blacksmith (Foundryman): 139 Posts
- Computer Operator and Programming Assistant: 316 Posts
- Electrician: 727 Posts
- Electronics Mechanic: 185 Posts
- Fitter: 843 Posts
Division Wise Vacancies:
- JBP Division: 1136 Posts
- BPL Division: 558 Posts
- KOTA Division: 865 Posts
- CRWS BPL: 136 Posts
- WRS KOTA: 151 Posts
- HQ/JBP: 19 Posts
Age Limit (As on 20 August 2025):
- Trade Apprentice: 15 to 24 Years
Age Relaxation:
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- PwBD – Genaral & EWS 10 Years
- PwBD – OBC (NCL) 13 Years
- PwBD – SC/ST 15 Years
Selection Process for West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025:
- The selection process will be based on the merit list.
- The merit list will be prepared on the basis of average marks obtained in ITI marks plus 10th class or its equivalent for all the eligible candidates.
- The concerned unit/division as per the merit list, will call the applicants for verification of certificate as per the extant rules.
- A final merit list will be prepared community-wise, unit/division wise and trade wise, equal to the number of slots in the descending order of percentage of marks obtained by the applicant, as stated above.
Application Fee:
- For SC/ST, PwBD, Women candidates: Rs. 41/-
- For Others candidates: Rs. 141/-
Important Dates for West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025:
- Opening Date of Online Application: 30th August 2025
- Closing Date of Online Application: 29th September 2025
How to Apply:
All interested and eligible applicants can apply online through the official website from 30th August to 29th September 2025.
West Central Railway Apprentice Official Notification & Apply Link
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FAQs for West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Q.1 How many vacancies have been announced by West Central Railway for Trade Apprentice posts?
Ans. West Central Railway has announced a recruitment notification for 2,865 vacancies of Trade Apprentice posts.
Q.2 What is the opening date to apply online for West Central Railway Recruitment 2025?
Ans. The opening date to apply online for the West Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is 30th August 2025.
Q.3 What is the closing date to apply for West Central Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2025?
Ans. The closing date to apply for West Central Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2025 is 29th September 2025.
Q.4 What is the qualifications for the West Central Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2025?
Ans. Candidates must have passed ITI pass in relevant trades.
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