Railway Recruitment: South Western Railway Announces Apprenticeship Opportunities
This article covers the apprenticeship opportunities at South Western Railway. A total of 904 slots are available under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Selected candidates will receive training in various trades, with a stipend as per extant rules.
Organization: South Western Railway (SWR)
Designation: Act Apprentice
Total Slots: 904
Training Duration: 1 Year
Stipend: As per extant rules
SWR Apprentice Vacancy: Division/Workshop-wise Trade Openings
The apprenticeship opportunities are distributed across different divisions and workshops. The following table provides a detailed breakdown of the vacancies:
Division/Workshop | Trades |
Hubballi Division | Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic, Programming and System Administration Assistant (PASAA) |
Carriage Repair Workshop, Hubballi | Fitter, Welder, Machinist, Turner, Electrician, Carpenter, Painter, Programming and System Administration Assistant (PASAA) |
Bengaluru Division | Fitter (Diesel Loco Shed), Electrician (Diesel Loco Shed), Electrician General, Fitter (Carriage & Wagon), Programming and System Administration Assistant (PASAA), Welder |
Mysuru Division | Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Programming and System Administration Assistant (PASAA), Stenographer |
Central Workshop, Mysuru | Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Welder, Electrician, Painter, Programming and System Administration Assistant (PASAA) |
Note:
The total number of slots includes reservations for PwBD and Ex-Servicemen.
Training will be imparted at the respective divisions/units.
Age Limit for Apprentice Position
Minimum Age: 15 years
Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST Candidates: 5 years
OBC Candidates: 3 years
Persons with Disabilities: 10 years
Ex-Servicemen: Additional 10 years (plus 3 years) to the extent of service rendered in Defence Forces, provided they have put in a minimum of 6 months service at a stretch.
Educational Qualification Requirement
Must have passed the 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 examination system) with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate, from a recognized Board.
Must also possess a National Trade Certificate in the notified trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
Note: Engineering Graduates and Diploma holders are not eligible to apply.
South Western Railway: Application Fees Details
Application Fee: Rs. 100/- (Non-refundable)
Payment Mode: Online through payment gateway
Exemption: SC/ST/Women/PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
South Western Railway Apprentice: How to Apply
Apply online through the RRC/SWR/UBL website: www.rrchubli.in
Fill in all the required personal details/BIO-DATA carefully.
Ensure that the name, father's name, and date of birth exactly match as recorded in Matriculation or equivalent certificate.
Provide active mobile number, Aadhaar Number, details of self-bank account linked to Aadhaar, and valid email ID.
Upload scanned photograph and signature as per the specified format and size.
Important Dates for South Western Railway Recruitment 2025
Opening Date of Online Application: 14.07.2025
Closing Date of Online Application: 13.08.2025; 23:59 hrs
Selection Procedure for SWR Apprentice
The selection will be based on a merit list prepared from all eligible candidates.
The merit list will be based on the percentage of marks in matriculation (minimum 50%) + ITI marks in the relevant trade.
The panel will be based on a simple average of the percentage of marks in matriculation and ITI.
Candidates will have to undergo document verification and a medical examination.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the minimum educational qualification required for applying to the apprentice positions?
A: Candidates must have passed the 10th class examination or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board and possess a National Trade Certificate in the notified trade issued by NCVT/SCVT. Engineering Graduates and Diploma holders are not eligible.
Q: Is there any application fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates?
A: No, SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. General and OBC candidates are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 100/-.
Q: Will I be guaranteed a job in the Railways after completing the apprenticeship?
A: No. As per Railway Board guidelines, it is not obligatory on the part of the Railways to offer any employment to the Apprentices on completion of their Apprenticeship training. Apprentices will not have a claim to seek employment on Railways based on such training.
Q: What is the mode of application for the South Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
A: The mode of application is online only. Candidates need to apply through the official website of RRC/SWR/UBL (www.rrchubli.in) before the closing date. No physical copy of the application needs to be sent.