South Eastern Railway (SER) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1,785 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment aims to provide opportunities for candidates to acquire practical training in various trades across different divisions and workshops under SER. Eligible candidates can apply for the posts online through the official website of the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC-SER). The application process will commence on November 18, 2025, and will conclude on December 17, 2025.
South Eastern Railway Apprentice Overview
| Organisation | South Eastern Railway (SER) |
| Post | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1,785 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Release Date | November 18, 2025 |
| Application Closing Date | December 17, 2025 |
| Training under | Apprentices Act, 1961 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | November 18, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | December 17, 2025 |
Vacancy Details
South Eastern Railway offers 1,785 apprentice vacancies across multiple workshops and divisions. The vacancies are distributed among various trades such as Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, and others.
| Workshop/Unit Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Kharagpur Workshop | 360 |
| Signal & Telecom Workshop, Kharagpur | 87 |
| Track Machine Workshop, Kharagpur | 120 |
| SSE(Works)/Engg, Kharagpur | 28 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot, Kharagpur | 121 |
| Diesel Loco Shed, Kharagpur | 50 |
| Sr.DEE(G), Kharagpur | 90 |
| TRD Depot/Electrical, Kharagpur | 40 |
| EMU Shed/Electrical, TPKR | 40 |
| Electric Loco Shed, Santragachi | 36 |
| Sr.DEE(G), Chakradharpur | 93 |
| Electric Traction Depot, Chakradharpur | 30 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot, Chakradharpur | 65 |
| Electric Loco Shed, Tata | 72 |
| Engineering Workshop, Sini | 100 |
| Track Machine Workshop, Sini | 7 |
| SSE(Works)/Engg, Chakradharpur | 26 |
| Electric Loco Shed, Bondamunda | 50 |
| Diesel Loco Shed, Bondamunda | 52 |
| Sr.DEE(G), Adra | 30 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot, Adra | 65 |
| Diesel Loco Shed, Adra | 33 |
| TRD Depot/Electrical, Adra | 30 |
| Electric Loco Shed, BKSC | 31 |
| Electric Loco Shed, ROU | 25 |
| SSE(Works)/Engg, Adra | 24 |
| Carriage & Wagon Depot, Ranchi | 30 |
| Sr.DEE(G), Ranchi | 30 |
| TRD Depot/Electrical, Ranchi | 10 |
| SSE(Works)/Engg, Ranchi | 10 |
| Grand Total | 1785 |
Education Details
Candidates must have completed Matriculation (10th class) with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board.
Additionally, candidates should have an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institution.
Salary / Stipend
The selected apprentices will receive a stipend as per the guidelines set by the Apprentices Act, 1961. The monthly stipend typically ranges between ₹5,000 to ₹8,000, depending on the trade and qualifications.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 15 years as on January 1, 2026.
Maximum Age: 24 years as on January 1, 2026.
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years
Selection Process
The selection will be based on merit, determined by the marks obtained in the Matriculation (10th) examination.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and medical fitness checks.
Application Fee
General/OBC Candidates: ₹100
SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No Fee
The fee can be paid online through various payment methods such as Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, and Internet Banking.
How to Apply
Visit the official website of RRC SER.
Click on the link for “Engagement of Act Apprentices for 2025-26”.
Register by providing your personal details and creating login credentials.
Log in using the credentials and fill out the online application form.
Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, such as Matriculation marksheet, ITI certificate, and others.
Pay the application fee, if applicable, and submit the application form.
Save and print the application form for future reference.
Official Links
| South Eastern Railway Apprentice Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online Portal | Click Here |
