The North Western Railway (NWR), operating under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has released the official notification (Engagement Notice No. 04/2025 (NWR/AA) or Advt.No: 04/2025) for its highly anticipated Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025. The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Jaipur, is inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the engagement of 2162 Act Apprentices for imparting training in designated trades across various Workshops/Units under the NWR jurisdiction.

This presents a crucial opportunity for candidates who have successfully completed their Matriculation (10th standard) and hold an ITI Certificate to gain invaluable hands-on training within the railway framework.

The online application process commenced on October 3, 2025, and interested candidates must ensure they submit their application on or before the last date, November 2, 2025 (23:59 Hours/11:59 PM). Selection is entirely based on merit, without a written exam or interview.

NWR Apprentice 2025: Key Vacancy & Job Details

The NWR recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 2162 apprentice slots across various divisions and workshops.

Division/Unit Name	Total Slots
Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Jaipur	545
Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Bikaner	475
Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Jodhpur	450
Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Ajmer	426
B.T.C. Carriage, Ajmer	97
B.T.C. LOCO, Ajmer	68
Carriage Works Shop, Jodhpur	68
Carriage Works Shop, Bikaner	33
GRAND TOTAL	2162

The training locations for these posts are spread across the jurisdiction of the North Western Railway, including states like Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Haryana.

Eligibility, Age Limit, and Application Fee

Candidates must carefully review the detailed eligibility criteria specified in the official notification before applying.

RRC NWR Apprentice 2025, Educational Qualification

Q: What is the minimum eligibility criteria?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks plus an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT [4, 9].

For the Act Apprentice post, candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10th/High School Exam) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Additionally, they must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade obtained from an NCVT/SCVT-recognised institution.

Age Limit (as on 02.11.2025)

The minimum age required is 15 years, and the maximum age is 24 years.

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 years
OBC	3 years
PwBD/PH	10 years
Ex-Servicemen	As per the rules

Application Fee

The application fee varies by category and must be paid online via a Payment Gateway (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking).

General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 100/-
SC / ST / PwBD / PH Candidates: Nil (₹ 00/-)
All Category Female Candidates: Nil (₹ 00/-)

Selection Process and Training Stipend

The selection process for the NWR Act Apprentice posts is highly competitive but straightforward, focusing entirely on academic performance.

Mode of Selection

Selection will be based on a Merit List. This list is calculated based on the simple average of marks obtained by the candidate in:

1. Matriculation (10th standard) (minimum 50% required)

2. ITI Certificate in the relevant trade

There is no written exam or interview. Shortlisted candidates based on the merit list will proceed to Document Verification (DV) and a subsequent medical examination. In case of a tie in the merit percentage, preference is given to the candidate with higher ITI marks, then older age, and finally, alphabetical order of name.

Stipend during Training

The monthly salary or stipend for apprentices will be as per the rules defined under the Apprenticeship Act. Approximate stipends during training are cited as Rs. 7,000 for the 1st year, Rs. 8,050 for the 2nd year, and Rs. 9,000 for the 3rd year.

How to Apply for NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2025

The registration must be completed online through the RRC Jaipur Recruitment Portal.

1. Visit the Official Portal: Candidates should apply online through the North Western Railway RRC Recruitment Portal (rrcjaipur.in or rrcactapp.in) starting October 3, 2025.

2. Registration and Form Fill-up:Register and fill out the necessary application details.

3. Document Upload: Upload required documents, including a colour photograph, signature, date of birth proof, SSC (10th) mark sheet, ITI mark sheet, NCVT/SCVT certificate, and community certificate.

4. Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable application fee (if applicable) through the online payment gateway.

5. Submission: Submit the final application form on or before November 2, 2025 (23:59 hours), and note down the registration number for future reference.

Important Links (NWR Apprentice 2025)

Link Description	Action
NWR Detailed Notification PDF (Advt. No. 04/2025)	Click Here (Download Official Notification)
NWR Direct Apply Online Link (RRC Jaipur Portal)	Click Here (Apply Online)
Official Website (rrcjaipur.in)	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

📅 Q1. What are the key dates for NWR Apprentice Recruitment 2025?

The date of publication of the notification was September 26, 2025. The online application started on October 3, 2025. The last date for submission is November 2, 2025 (11:59 PM).

📋 Q2. What is the minimum eligibility criteria?

Candidates must have passed matriculation (10th Class) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks plus an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.

🔍 Q3. How is the merit list prepared for selection?

The merit list is prepared based on the simple average of marks obtained in matriculation (10th) and ITI. There is no written examination.

💸 Q4. Who is exempt from paying the application fee?

SC, ST, PwBD/PH, and all female candidates are exempted from paying the ₹100/- application fee.

🛠️ Q5. Which trades are covered in this recruitment?

The recruitment covers various trades, potentially including Fitter, Electrician, Welder (Gas & Arc), Machinist, Carpenter, and Diesel Mechanic, among others. The full list is detailed in the official notification PDF.

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