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Quick Summary
West Central Railway invites online applications for Act Apprentice posts (Advt. No. 01/2024). A total of 2,865 seats are available across divisions including Jabalpur, Bhopal, Kota and workshop locations. Candidates with 10th (50% aggregate) and NCVT/SCVT trade certificate are eligible. Read on for dates, fees and application steps.
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 20 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Start | 30 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 September 2025 |
Vacancy Details
| Division / Unit | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Jabalpur Division | 1136 |
| Bhopal Division | 558 |
| Kota Division | 865 |
| CRWS Bhopal | 136 |
| WRS Kota | 151 |
| HQ Jabalpur | 19 |
| Total | 2865 |
Eligibility & Age Limit
Educational: 10th pass with minimum 50% marks and NCVT/SCVT trade certificate in the notified trade. Age: Minimum 15 years and maximum 24 years as of 20/08/2025. Age relaxations apply as per government rules (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen).
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 141
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women: Rs. 41
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official WCR website: wcr.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Download the official notification PDF and read eligibility and trade-wise details.
- Click the Apply Online link (usually via the apprentices portal) and register with valid details.
- Upload required documents as per the notification and pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifying criteria, followed by document verification and medical fitness. Apprentices are engaged as per the Apprentices Act 1961 and stipend rules.
FAQs
Q: What is the total vacancy?
A: 2,865 Act Apprentice posts across WCR divisions.
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 29 September 2025.
Q: Where to apply?
A: Official WCR website or apprentices portals linked in the notification.