Notification No. SCR/P-HQ/RRC/111/Act. App/2024-25 Dated 27-12-2024

South Central Railway (SCR) invites applications for the Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2024, offering 4,232 positions under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is for candidates interested in trades like Electrician, Fitter, Diesel Mechanic, and Welder. Successful applicants will get hands-on training at SCR workshops and depots. This will pave the way for a career in the railway sector.

Job Title: Act Apprentice Training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Organization: South Central Railway (SCR). Total Vacancies: 4,232.

Railway Apprentice Recruitment Overview

The Railway Apprentice Recruitment aims to train candidates for the railway sector. It also seeks to help them grow their careers. The program covers 16 trades. It has strict eligibility criteria to select suitable candidates.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: December 28, 2024 (5:00 PM)

• Last Date to Apply: January 27, 2025 (11:59 PM)

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification:

• Passed Class 10/SSC with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

• Have an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an NCVT/SCVT-recognized institute.

2. Age Limit (as of December 28, 2024):

• Minimum: 15 years

• Maximum: 24 years

• Relaxations:

  • SC/ST: 5 years

  • OBC: 3 years

  • PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: 10 years

Vacancies by Trade

Here are the key trades for recruitment, along with the number of positions available:

• Electrician: 1,053

• Fitter: 1,742

• Diesel Mechanic: 142

• Welder: 635

• Machinist: 100

(For a detailed list, refer to the official notification.)

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹100

• SC/ST/Female/PwBD: No fee

• Payment can be made online through net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI.

Selection Process

1. Merit List Preparation:

   • Based on the average marks in Class 10 and ITI (equal weightage).

2. Age Preference:

   • Older candidates will be preferred if marks are tied.

Note: No written test or interview will be conducted.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website: SCR Online Application.

2. Click on “Online Act Apprentice Application” and register with your details.

3. Fill in the application form, upload the required documents, and make the payment.

4. Submit the application and save a copy for future reference.

Documents Required

• Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate

• ITI Certificate

• Aadhaar Card

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

• EWS/Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Official Links

• Notification: Download PDF

• Apply Online: Click Here

Disclaimer

The official notification issued by the South Central Railway prepared this job post for Railway Apprentice Recruitment. Verify all the details and eligibility criteria in the official notification before applying.

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