Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 904 Posts in South Western Railway
South Western Railway (SWR) has Announced its latest railway notification inviting applications for Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. With a total of 904 apprentice slots across different divisions and workshops, this recruitment offers a great chance for ITI pass candidates to gain hands-on training and start their careers.
In this article, you’ll find a clear summary of the notification, including: vacancies, trades, eligibility, age limit, selection process, how to apply, important dates, and stipend details.
South Western Railway Apprentice Notification 2025: Overview
- Organization: South Western Railway (Railway Recruitment Cell, Hubballi)
- Notification Number: SWR/RRC/Act Appr/01/2025
- Date: 11.07.2025
- Posts: Act Apprentices
- Total Vacancies: 904
- Training Period: 1 year
- Job Location: SWR Divisions/Workshops – Hubballi, Bengaluru, Mysuru
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: www.rrchubli.in
This notification is open to candidates across India, but preference is given to those registered at local employment exchanges in Karnataka and nearby districts.
RRC SWR Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 904 Apprentice Posts
The Railway Recruitment Cell, South Western Railway (RRC SWR) has officially released the RRC SWR Apprentices Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF on 16th July 2025 at its official website rrchubli.in.
This recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for ITI pass candidates to join Indian Railways as apprentices in various trades across different divisions. In this article, you can find complete details about the RRC SWR apprentice vacancies, age limit, educational qualification, application fee, selection process, and step-by-step guide to apply online.
Number of Vacancies & Trade-wise Details
The total 904 apprentice slots are distributed among several divisions and workshops:
| Division / Workshop | Total Slots |
| Hubballi Division | 237 |
| Carriage Repair Workshop, Hubballi | 217 |
| Bengaluru Division | 230 |
| Mysuru Division | 177 |
| Central Workshop, Mysuru | 43 |
| Total | 904 |
Popular Trades:
Fitter, Electrician, Welder (Gas & Electric), Machinist, Turner, Painter, Carpenter, Stenographer, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic, Programming and System Administration Assistant (PASAA).
The recruitment also reserves slots for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-Servicemen, included within the total number.
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Educational Qualification:
- Must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) or its equivalent under the 10+2 system with at least 50% aggregate marks.
- Must possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible to apply for these apprentice posts.
Age Limit (as on 13.08.2025):
- Minimum: 15 years
- Maximum: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PwBD: +10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: up to 10 years based on service length
How to Apply Online for SWR Apprentice 2025
The application process is completely online. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website: www.rrchubli.in
- Register using your name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar number.
- Fill in all personal details and educational qualifications carefully.
- Upload a recent color photograph (3.5 x 3.5 cm, max 2MB) and your signature.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- After successful submission, note down the registration number and save a copy of your filled application.
Note: Submitting more than one application or using different details will lead to rejection.
Selection Process & Merit List
The best part of this recruitment:
No written test, no interview!
Selection is based only on merit, prepared from:
- Percentage of marks in 10th/Matriculation (minimum 50%)
- Combined with marks in the ITI trade
If two candidates get the same merit score:
- Older applicants (according to the date of birth) will be given preference.
- If age is also the same, the candidate who passed 10th earlier will be preferred.
Final selection:
- Document verification
- Medical fitness as per Apprenticeship Rules
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD | No fee |
Payment must be done online via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
Stipend & Training Period
- Training Period: 1 year for all trades
- Stipend: As per Apprentices Act, 1961 and current Railway Board rules
- Hostel accommodation is not provided – candidates need to arrange on their own.
Important: Apprenticeship completion does not guarantee a permanent railway job, but it adds valuable experience for future career prospects.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 11.07.2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 14.07.2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13.08.2025 (till 23:59) |
FAQs – SWR Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Q1. Who can apply?
Anyone from India with the required ITI trade certificate. But locals registered at employment exchanges in Karnataka & nearby districts get preference.
Q2. Is there any exam?
No exam or interview. Selection is based on 10th & ITI marks.
Q3. Can I apply for multiple trades or divisions?
No. Only one application is allowed; multiple applications will be rejected.
Q4. Is Aadhaar mandatory?
Yes, it’s required for authentication during online application.Q5. Will I get a permanent job after training?
No, but completing apprenticeship increases your chances in government and private jobs.
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