SECR Apprentice

SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – 1,007 Vacancies

SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 1,007 ITI Vacancies

The South East Central Railway (SECR) has announced the recruitment for 1,007 Apprentice vacancies under the Apprenticeship Act of 1961. The positions are open to candidates who have completed their 10th class and hold an ITI certification in various trades. This recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for ITI pass-outs to kick-start their career in the Indian Railways. The recruitment process is completely online, and the last date to apply is 4 May 2025.

• Organization: South East Central Railway (SECR)
• Job Type: Apprenticeship
• Merit List Publication: To be announced after the application process is completed

To be eligible for the SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet certain educational qualifications and age criteria. Below are the detailed eligibility requirements:

• Education:
  • Candidates should have passed the 10th class examination under the 10+2 system or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board.
  • Candidates must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institution. The ITI qualification must be in a trade that is applicable to the railway's technical requirements, such as electrician, fitter, welder, and more.
• Age Limit (as on 4 May 2025):
  • The minimum age limit is 15 years.
  • The maximum age limit is 24 years.
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC/ST candidates are entitled to a relaxation of 5 years.
    • OBC candidates are entitled to a relaxation of 3 years.
    • PwD candidates are entitled to a relaxation of 10 years.

The following trades are available for the 1,007 apprentice positions at South East Central Railway:

• Welder (Gas and Electric)
• Turner
• Machinist
• Wireman
• Plumber
• Painter
• Stenographer
• Laboratory Assistant
• Book Binder

Each trade will have specific requirements for the ITI qualification, and candidates must ensure they meet the qualifications required for the trade they are applying for.

The selection process for the SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 will be done based on a merit list. The merit list will be prepared from the marks obtained in the 10th class examination and the ITI course.

• There will be no written test or interview for the selection process.
• Candidates will be selected purely on the basis of their marks in the 10th and ITI exams.
• The marks scored by candidates will be converted into a percentage and used to rank them in the merit list.

Interested candidates can apply online for the SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2025 through the official Apprentice portal. Below are the steps to follow for a successful application:

• Create a new account on the portal using your email address and mobile number. If you already have an account, log in with your credentials.
• Once logged in, search for “SECR Bilaspur” or “SECR Raipur” apprenticeship opportunities.
• Select the relevant trade you wish to apply for.
• Fill in the application form with all required details such as personal information, educational qualifications, and trade preference.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents, including your 10th mark sheet, ITI certificate, and photograph.
• Submit the application form and take a printout for your reference.

The last date to apply is 4 May 2025. After this date, no applications will be accepted.

No, the application process is entirely online. You must submit your application through the official website or the Apprenticeship portal.

Selection will be based on merit, and the list of selected candidates will be published after the Final date to receive applications. You can check the merit list on the official SECR website.

You will need your 10th-class mark sheet, ITI certificate, photograph, and signature in scanned format to upload during the application process.

No, there is no application fee for this recruitment. It is free to apply online.

No, you can only apply for one trade. Choose the trade that matches your qualifications and interests.

The minimum age is 15 years, and the maximum age is 24 years, as of 4 May 2025. Relaxations are available for SC/ST, OBC, and PwD candidates as per government norms.