The South Eastern Railway (SER) has released a notification for the recruitment of 1785 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, across various workshops and units. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for candidates with relevant qualifications. Below are the complete details:
Recruitment Highlights
- Post Name: Act Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 1785
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: rrcser.co.in
- Notification Release Date: November 28, 2024
- Application Start Date: November 28, 2024
- Application End Date: December 27, 2024 (till 5:00 PM)
- Stipend: As per the Apprentices Act, 1961 and Railway Board norms.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Matriculation (10th Class): Minimum 50% aggregate marks.
- ITI Certificate: In the relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
Age Limit (as of December 27, 2024)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PWD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Length of military service + 3 years.
Application Fees
- General/OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST/PWD/Women: No fee
- Payment Mode: Online (debit card, credit card, net banking).
Selection Process
- Merit List Preparation: Based on marks obtained in
- Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate marks).
- ITI in the relevant trade.
- Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted in the merit list will be called for verification of original documents.
- Medical Fitness Test: Final selection will depend on passing the prescribed medical fitness test under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Application Process
To apply for the RRC SER Apprentice Recruitment 2024:
- Visit the Official Website: rrcser.co.in.
- Official Notification PDF
Apply Online LINK - Registration: Create an account by providing basic details like name, email, and mobile number.
- Fill the Application Form: Provide educational qualifications, personal details, and trade preference.
- Upload Documents:
- Scanned passport-sized photograph.
- Signature.
- Educational certificates (10th and ITI).
- Pay Application Fee (if applicable): ₹100 for General and OBC candidates.
- Submit the Application: Review and confirm all details before final submission.
- Print the Application: Save a copy for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | November 28, 2024 |
| Application Start | November 28, 2024 |
| Application End | December 27, 2024 |
| Merit List/Result | To be announced |
FAQs
- What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed 10th (Matriculation) with at least 50% aggregate marks and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. - What is the age limit for applying?
15–24 years, with relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PWD (10 years). - How will candidates be selected?
Based on a merit list prepared using marks in Matriculation and ITI, followed by document verification and a medical fitness test. - Is there any fee exemption?
Yes, SC/ST, PWD, and all women candidates are exempt from paying the application fee. - Can I apply offline?
No, the application process is entirely online. - Where can I find the detailed notification?
The detailed notification is available on the official website: rrcser.co.in.