Railways announce 1,003 apprentice vacancies; plus two, class 10 qualified can apply

The South East Central Railway (SECR) has invited applications for 1,003 apprentice positions at its Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) office and Wagon Repair Shop in Raipur, Chhattisgarh.

The one-year apprenticeship is open to candidates with an ITI qualification in relevant trades.

Vacancies by location

DRM office: Welder (Gas & Electrical) (185), Turner (14), Fitter (188), Electrician (199), Stenographer (Hindi) (8), Stenographer (English) (13), Health & Sanitary Inspector (32), COPA (10), Machinist (12), Mechanic Diesel (34), Mechanic Refrigeration & AC (11), Blacksmith (2), Hammerman (1), Mason (2), Pipeline Fitter (2), Carpenter (6), Painter (6), Electronics Mechanic (9)

Wagon repair shop: Fitter (110), Welder (110), Machinist (15), Turner (14), Electrician (14), COPA (4), Stenographer (English) (1), Stenographer (Hindi) (1)

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must have completed Class 10 under the Plus Two system with at least 50% marks, along with an ITI certification in the relevant trade.

Age limit

As of March 3, 2025, candidates must be between 15 and 24 years old. Age relaxations apply, with five years for SC/ST candidates and three years for OBC candidates. Differently-abled individuals and ex-servicemen are eligible for further concessions as per regulations.

Last date to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Apprenticeship Portal at apprenticeshipindia.org by April 2. A detailed notification is available at secr.indianrailways.gov.in.