The South East Central Railway (SECR), Nagpur Division, has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment Notification for April 2025. This golden opportunity comes under the Apprentices Act 1961, offering eligible candidates a chance to undergo training and gain valuable experience with Indian Railways. Interested applicants can apply online for various trade apprentice positions across multiple departments of SECR Nagpur.

This comprehensive article provides all the key details including important dates, total vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, and how to apply online for the SECR Nagpur Apprentice 2025 recruitment.

 Overview – SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2025

 Important Dates

 Total Vacancies – SECR Nagpur Apprentice 2025

A total of 861 apprentice seats have been announced, which are distributed across various trades and units as follows:

Nagpur Division – 788 Posts

• Fitter – 90

• Carpenter – 30

• Welder – 19

• COPA – 114

• Electrician – 185

• Stenographer (English) – 19

• Plumber – 24

• Painter – 40

• Wireman – 60

• Electronics Mechanic – 12

• Diesel Mechanic – 90

• Upholsterer – 02

• Machinist – 34

• Turner – 10

• Dental Laboratory Technician – 01

• Hospital Waste Management Technician – 01

• Health Sanitary Inspector – 01

• Gas Cutter – 07

• Stenographer (Hindi) – 08

• Cable Jointer – 10

• Digital Photographer – 02

• Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance – 12

Workshop Motibagh – 73 Posts

• Fitter – 35

• Welder – 07

• Carpenter – 04

• Painter – 12

• Turner – 02

• Secretarial Assistant – 01

• Electrician – 10

• Diesel Mechanic – 02

 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or equivalent with minimum 50% marks.

• Must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institute affiliated to NCVT/SCVT.

Age Limit (as on 10/04/2025)

• Minimum Age: 15 Years

• Maximum Age: 24 Years

• Age relaxation applicable for:

  • SC/ST: 5 Years

  • OBC: 3 Years

  • PwBD: 10 Years

Selection Process

The selection for SECR Nagpur Apprentice 2025 will be purely merit-based, with no written exam or interview.

Merit List Criteria:

• Based on the average percentage marks in 10th + ITI.

• Separate merit list will be prepared for each trade.

Candidates who make it to the merit list will be called for document verification, and final selection will be done post medical fitness clearance.

How to Apply Online for SECR Apprentice 2025

Follow the steps below to submit your application:

1. Visit the official website: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in

2. Register yourself as a candidate.

3. Search for SECR Nagpur Apprenticeship Opportunities.

4. Choose the desired trade and fill in your educational and personal details.

5. Upload the required documents (marksheets, photo, signature, caste certificate if applicable).

6. Submit the application before 9 May 2025.

Note: No application fee is required for this recruitment.

Documents Required for Application

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Scanned signature

• 10th marksheet & certificate

• ITI marksheet & certificate

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

• Aadhaar Card

 Benefits of SECR Apprenticeship

• Hands-on technical training in railway workshops

• Opportunity to work under experienced mentors

• Certification recognized nationwide

• Priority preference in future railway recruitments

• Platform for building a government career

 Key Highlights of SECR Apprentice Notification 2025

• No exam or interview – direct merit-based selection

• Free to apply – no application fees

• Over 860 trade-wise vacancies across divisions

• Excellent opportunity for ITI-passed youth

• Certification post successful completion of apprenticeship