The Railway Recruitment, Western Railway, has announced a recruitment drive for 5066 Apprentice positions under the Apprentices Act 1961. These vacancies are available across multiple divisions and workshops within the Western Railway region.
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About RRC WR
Western Railway (WR) is one of the 19 zones of Indian Railways, headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and is among the busiest networks in India. Key routes include Mumbai Central–Ratlam, Mumbai Central–Ahmedabad, and Palanpur–Ahmedabad. WR operates across six divisions: Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Rajkot, Bhavnagar, Ratlam, and Mumbai WR. Vadodara station is the busiest junction, while Ahmedabad Division generates the highest revenue. Surat station is one of the busiest non-junction stations, with over 180 trains passing through daily.
RRC WR Recruitment 2024
RRC WR Recruitment 2024, the Western Railway’s Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) has published 5066 Act Apprentice vacancies. In this article, candidates will find important information about the official notification, available positions, the application process, educational requirements, age restrictions, and selection criteria. Please make sure you finish the online application before October 22, 2024.
RRC WR Recruitment 2024 Overview
| Organization Name | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) Western Railway’s |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Vacancies | 5066 |
| Education Qualification | 10th + ITI |
| Application Start Date | 23rd September 2024 |
| Application End Date | 22nd October 2024 |
| Selection Process | Merit-based |
| Mode of Application | Online |
RRC WR Recruitment 2024 Vacancies
RRC WR Apprentice Vacancy 2024
- Post: Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 5066
RRC WR Recruitment 2024 Education Qualification
Essential Qualifications for RRC WR Apprentice 2024:
- Educational Qualifications:
- Matriculate or 10th Class in the 10+2 examination system with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized board.
- Technical Qualifications:
- ITI certificate in the relevant trade, affiliated with NCVT/SCVT, is mandatory.
RRC WR Recruitment 2024 Age Limit
- Age (as of 22/10/2024):
- General: 15-24 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PWD: +10 years
- Ex-servicemen: +10 years plus 3 years based on service
- Date of Birth Range:
- UR: 22/10/2000 – 21/10/2009
- SC/ST: 22/10/1995 – 21/10/2009
- OBC: 22/10/1997 – 21/10/2009
- PWD: Adjusted by category
RRC WR Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
- Selection is based on a merit list considering equal weightage to matriculation (with at least 50%) and ITI exam marks.
- If two applicants have the same marks, the older applicant will be preferred, and if birthdates are also the same, those who passed the matriculation exam earlier will be prioritized.
- No written test or viva; applicants only need to upload documents online.
- Marks for all subjects in SSC/Matriculation will be considered, not just the best of five.
- ITI percentage will be based on marks from all semesters, as shown on the National Trade Certificate.
- Any discrepancy in marks will result in rejection during document verification.
- Trade-wise and community-wise merit lists will be published by the respective divisions/units.
- The final selection depends on document verification and medical fitness.
- Stand-by candidates will be called based on absentees, medical unfitness, or rejections from the merit list.
RRC WR Recruitment 2024 Training Period & Stipend
- Training Period: Apprenticeship training will last for 1 year.
- Stipend: Selected candidates will receive a stipend during training, as per the rates prescribed by the respective State Government rules.
RRC WR Recruitment 2024 Application Fee
Payment of Fees for RRC WR Apprentice 2024:
- Application Fee: ₹100 (Non-refundable).
- Exemptions: No fee for SC/ST/PWD/Women applicants.
- Payment Method:
- Fees must be paid online via Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking.
- Transaction charges are borne by the applicant.
- Post Payment:
- After successful payment, applicants return to the RRC/WR website to complete the process and download the form.
- If payment issues arise (e.g., loss of connection), applicants can use the “Verify Payment” option.
Duplicate Payment: Any duplicate payments will be refunded after verification.
RRC WR Recruitment 2024 Application Process
- Online Application: Apply at www.rrc-wr.com with detailed instructions available on the site.
- Accuracy: Fill in personal details and preferences accurately to avoid disqualification.
- Aadhaar Requirement: Must have an Aadhaar card; use the 28-digit Enrollment ID if unavailable.
- Exceptions: Candidates from Jammu & Kashmir, Meghalaya, and Assam can use alternative IDs.
- Name Consistency: Ensure names match your Matriculation certificate to avoid cancellation.
- Contact Information: Provide an active mobile number and email for notifications.
- Division Choice: Only one division/workshop choice is allowed; verify vacancies beforehand.
- Multiple Trades: Applicants with ITI in multiple trades can apply separately.
- Duplicate Applications: Submitting multiple applications with differing details will lead to rejection.
- Print Application: Keep a printed copy of your application for reference.
- Document Verification: Bring original documents and a Medical Fitness Certificate for verification.
- EWS Certificate: Upload an EWS certificate if applicable.
Official Notification: Click Here