🚂 Railway RRC ECR Patna Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2025 - Detailed Information
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) East Central Railway (ECR) Patna has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1149 Trade Apprentice posts in 2025. Candidates interested in a government job in railways can apply online from September 26, 2025, to October 25, 2025.
📅 Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date |
September 26, 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date |
October 25, 2025 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment |
October 25, 2025 |
| Exam Date |
To Be Notified |
| Admit Card |
Released Before Exam |
| Result Date |
To Be Updated Soon |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Category Wise Vacancy Details |
|---|
| Post Name |
General |
OBC |
EWS |
SC |
ST |
| Apprentice in Various Trade |
517 |
299 |
101 |
161 |
71 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed the Class 10th (High School) examination with at least 50% marks and must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade to be eligible for the Railway RRC ECR Patna Trade Apprentice posts.
💰 Application Fee & Payment Mode
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General / OBC |
₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / EWS |
₹ 0/- (No Fee) |
| All Female Candidates |
₹ 0/- (No Fee) |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet (Online)
🔞 Age Limit (As on October 25, 2025)
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
|---|
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
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| Relaxation | Age relaxation applicable as per Railway rules for reserved categories. |
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📖 Exam Pattern
| Subject Name |
Number of Questions |
Total Marks |
| General Science |
25 |
25 |
| Mathematics |
25 |
25 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning |
30 |
30 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs |
20 |
20 |
| Marking Scheme |
Correct Answer: +1 mark, Wrong Answer: -1/3 mark deduction
|
📝 How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RRC ECR Patna recruitment website at https://rrcrail.in/.
- Register yourself with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form carefully with all required details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents like photograph, signature, educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and other necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online through the available payment modes before the last date.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
🏢 About Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC-ECR Patna)
The Railway Recruitment Cell of East Central Railway Patna conducts various recruitment drives for technical and non-technical posts. It offers numerous railway jobs every year with a focus on providing employment opportunities in the railway sector across multiple trades and locations. The selection process generally includes a written examination, merit list preparation, and document verification. Over a million candidates usually apply for different posts in the Indian Railways yearly, making it a competitive government job opportunity.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1: When did the online application start for this recruitment?
A1: The online application started on September 26, 2025.
- Q2: What is the last date to apply?
A2: The last date to apply online is October 25, 2025.
- Q3: What are the eligibility criteria?
A3: Candidates need to have passed Class 10th with minimum 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in a relevant trade.
- Q4: How much is the application fee?
A4: ₹100 for General/OBC candidates; No fee for SC/ST/EWS and all female candidates.
- Q5: What is the age limit for applying?
A5: Minimum age is 15 years and maximum age is 24 years as on October 25, 2025, with age relaxation for reserved categories as per railway rules.
- Q6: What is the selection process?
A6: The selection is based on a merit list prepared from the written exam and document verification.
🔗 Important Links
Urgent: The application deadline is approaching fast! Apply before the last date October 25, 2025.
