Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2024: Apply for 5066 Trade Apprentice Posts
The Western Railway (WR) has released its much-anticipated notification for the recruitment of 5066 Trade Apprentices for the year 2024. This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates seeking to gain valuable skills and experience in various trades under the apprenticeship scheme. The recruitment process is being managed by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) WR Mumbai, with the application window opening on 23rd September 2024 and closing on 22nd October 2024.
Key Dates to Remember:
- Application Start Date: 23rd September 2024
- Last Date to Apply: 22nd October 2024 (until 5:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 22nd October 2024
- Merit List Release: As per schedule (to be notified)
Application Fee:
Candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay a nominal fee of ₹100, while candidates from SC, ST, PH, and all female categories are exempted from the application fee. Payment can be made through E-Challan or online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PH: ₹0
- Female (All Categories): ₹0
Age Limit (As of 22nd October 2024):
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per RRC WR rules
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have passed their Class 10th examination with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade/stream from a recognized institution.
Vacancy Breakdown:
The total number of vacancies for the RRC WR Trade Apprentice posts is 5066, distributed across different divisions and workshops of Western Railway:
- BCT Division: 971 posts
- BRC Division: 599 posts
- ADI Division: 923 posts
- RTM Division: 558 posts
- RJT Division: 238 posts
- BVP Division: 255 posts
- PL Workshop: 634 posts
- MX Workshop: 125 posts
- BVP Workshop: 143 posts
- DHD Workshop: 415 posts
- PRTN Workshop: 86 posts
- SBI Engineering Workshop: 60 posts
- SBI Signal Workshop: 25 posts
- Headquarters Office: 34 posts
Total: 5066 posts
How to Apply:
- Online Application: Interested candidates can apply online via the official Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) website from 23rd September 2024 to 22nd October 2024.
- Notification Review: Before filling out the application form, carefully read the official notification to understand eligibility, post details, selection procedure, and other important information.
- Document Preparation: Ensure all required documents such as ID proof, eligibility certificates, address proof, and basic details are collected. Keep scanned copies of your photo, signature, and ID proof ready.
- Application Fee: If an application fee is applicable, ensure it is submitted successfully. Incomplete applications due to non-payment will not be accepted.
- Final Submission: Double-check all details in the application form before submitting it. Once submitted, take a printout of the final application form for future reference.
Selection Process:
The selection process for Western Railway Apprentices is based on a merit list. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their marks in the Class 10th examination and ITI certification.
Conclusion:
This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop skills and start their career with Indian Railways. The Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2024 offers a wide range of positions in various divisions, providing a hands-on learning experience in diverse trades. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early and ensure that all necessary documents are in order to avoid last-minute rushes.
For detailed information about trade-wise vacancies, eligibility, and more, please refer to the Western Railway Apprentice 2024 Notification available on the official RRC WR website.