East Central Railway (ECR) has announced recruitment for 1,154 various posts. The application period runs from January 25, 2025, to February 14, 2025. Candidates can apply through the official website. The application fee is Rs. 100 for Gen/OBC/EWS, while SC/ST/PH and all female candidates are exempt. The age limit is 15 to 24 years as of January 1, 2025. You will get all the important information in this article about this railway apprentices program.

ECR Patna Various Trade Apprentices 2025 Overview

East Central Railway (ECR) is recruiting for 1,154 posts. Apply online from January 25 to February 14, 2025

Recruitment Department	East Central Railway (ECR)
Post Name	Various Posts
Job Location	All India Job
Total Post	1154
Official Website	https://www.rrcecr.gov.in/
Application Period	25/01/2025 – 14/02/2025
Salary	Stipend Given During Training
Whatsapp	Telegram

ECR Patna Various Trade Apprentices 2025 Important Dates

ECR Patna Apprentices recruitment begins on January 25, 2025. Apply online by February 14, 2025.

Applications Begin	25/01/2025
Applications End	14/02/2025
Fee Submit Last Date	14/02/2025
Merit List/Result Date	Notified Soon

East Central Railway Patna Various Trade Apprentices 2025 Application Fees

ECR Patna Apprentices recruitment application fee is Rs. 100 for Gen OBC EWS while SC ST PH and all female candidates can apply for free.

Gen / OBC / EWS	Rs.100/-
SC / ST / PH	Rs.0/-
All Female	Rs.0/-
Apply Mode	Online

ECR Various Trade Apprentices 2025 Age Limit

ECR Patna Apprentices recruitment age limit is 15 to 24 years as of January 1 2025.

Minimum Age	15 years
Maximum Age	24 years
As on	01/01/2025

Age Relaxation Details:

The upper age limit is relaxed for specific categories: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, 10 years for PwBD (UR), 13 years for PwBD (OBC), and 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST). Ex-servicemen get a relaxation of total military service plus 3 years, with at least six months of regular attested service.

Category	Relaxation Period
SC/ST	5 years
OBC	3 years
PwBD (UR)	10 years
PwBD (OBC)	13 years
PwBD (SC/ST)	15 years
Ex-servicemen	Total military service + 3 years (subject to 6 months regular service)

ECR Patna Apprentices 2025 Division Wise Vacancy Details

Name of Division	Total Post
Danapur division	675
Dhanbad division	156
Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Division	64
Sonpur Division	47
Samastipur division	46
Plant Depot/ Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya	29
Carriage Repair Workshop/ Harnaut	110
Mechanical Workshop/Samastipur	27

ECR Patna Apprentices 2025 Category Wise Vacancy Details

UR	523
OBC	294
SC	162
ST	73
EWS	102
Total	1154

Various Posts Available in ECR Patna Apprentices Recruitment

Fitter, Welder, Mechanic (Diesel), Refrigeration & AC Mechanic, Forger and Heat Treater, Carpenter, Electronic Mechanic, Painter (General), Electrician, Wireman, Turner, Machinist, Blacksmith, Machinist/Grinder.

ECR Patna Apprentices Recruitment 2025 Qualifications

Post Name	Total Post	ECR Patna Apprentices Qualifications
Various Posts(fitter, Wielder etc.)	1154	Matric/10th (10+2 system) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized board and ITI in relevant trade (National Trade Certificate or Provisional Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT)

Selection Process for ECR Patna Recruitment Apprentices 2025

1.Division/Unit Selection:
Candidates must choose only one Division/Unit during the application process. The details of the available divisions/units and the number of slots, organized by trade, will be provided for the candidates to select from.
2.Selection Criteria:
Selection for Apprenticeship training is based on a merit list prepared for each Division/Unit. The list is created by calculating the average percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI, giving equal weightage to both. The percentage for Matriculation is calculated based on marks in all subjects, not just any specific subject.
3.Final Selection Process:
Candidates who are selected for Apprenticeship training will need to undergo verification of their original documents. Additionally, they must pass the appropriate medical examination to confirm their fitness for the training.
4.After that Candidate is considered for training.

ECR Patna Recruitment Apprentices 2025 Salary

Selected candidates will receive a stipend during their Apprenticeship at the applicable rates, which may change according to rules and directions from the Railway Board. The Stipend is approx. Rs,15000/ month

How to Apply for Apprentices in ECR Patna?

1.Candidates can apply for this ECR Patna recruitment between 25/01/2025 and 14/02/2025.
2.Candidates are required to apply ONLINE by visiting the official website of Railway Recruitment Cell/East Central Railway. Direct Link is provided in important links section below.
3.Candidates should be in possession of an Aadhar Card. At the time of registration, they have to fill in the 12-digit Aadhar Card number. This provision applies to candidates from all states and union territories except Jammu & Kashmir, Meghalaya, and Assam. Candidates from these states can enter their voter ID number, valid passport number, driving licence number, or any other valid government identity card in the online application form.
4.Candidates should ensure that their name, father’s name, date of birth, and percentage of marks in Matric (10th) and ITI match exactly as recorded in their Matriculation/ITI certificate. Any deviation found at any stage will lead to the cancellation of candidature.
5.Candidates are advised to indicate their active mobile number and valid email ID in the ONLINE application and keep them active during the entire engagement process, as all important information/messages will be sent by email/SMS, which will be considered as read by the candidates.
6.Candidates have to keep printouts of their ONLINE application. If found eligible, they will be called for document verification, and the printout of the online application will be required to be produced at the time of document verification.
7.Candidates are required to upload their colour photograph (size 3.5 cm X 3.5 cm), taken not later than three months from the date of application, in colour, JPG/JPEG format, 100 DPI, with a file size between 20 kb to 70 kb. The photograph must have a clear front view of the candidate without a cap and sunglasses.
8.Candidates are also required to upload their signature (size 3.5 cm X 1.5 cm in JPG/JPEG format, 100 DPI, with a file size between 10 kb to 30 kb). The signature must be in running handwriting, not in block/capital or disjointed letters.
9.Candidates are required to upload the legible scanned copy of the following documents:
•SSC (Standard 10th) or its equivalent Marks Sheet.
•Certificate for proof of Date of Birth (Standard 10th or its equivalent Marks Sheet or School Leaving Certificate indicating Date of Birth).
•Consolidated Marks Sheet of ITI for all semesters of the trade in which applied/Provisional National Trade Certificate indicating marks.
•National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT or Provisional National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT.
•Caste Certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates in Annexure-I & II, wherever applicable.
•EWS certificate.
•Disability certificate in case of PwBD candidates.
•Discharge certificate/Serving certificate, in case of candidates applying against the Ex-servicemen quota.

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Railways Patna Apprentices Recruitment FAQS
1.What is the total number of vacancies for East Central Railway (ECR) recruitment?
ECR is recruiting for 1,154 various posts.
2.What is the application period for ECR Patna Apprentices recruitment?
Applications are open from January 25, 2025, to February 14, 2025.
3.What is the application fee for ECR Patna recruitment?
The application fee is Rs. 100 for Gen/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PH and all female candidates can apply for free.
4.What is the age limit for applicants in this recruitment?
Applicants must be between 15 and 24 years old as of January 1, 2025.
5.What are the educational qualifications required for ECR recruitment?
Candidates must have passed Matric/10th with at least 50% marks and possess an ITI in the relevant trade.

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