Railway Direct Recruitment 2025: Apply for 2865 Apprentice Posts – 10th Pass, No Exam!
A direct recruitment drive for the Railways in 2025 has been announced. This significant opportunity requires a 10th pass qualification, and the official notification has been released. It is a direct recruitment process without a written examination, open to both male and female candidates from across India who can apply online. This article provides complete information regarding this recruitment, addressing details such as age limits, salary, starting and closing dates, and official notification specifics.
Overview of Railway Direct Recruitment 2025
The Railway Direct Recruitment 2025 has announced new vacancies. Candidates from all states of India are eligible to apply. This drive is for a total of 2865 multiple posts, specifically for Apprenticeship roles. Both male and female candidates from all Indian states can apply online for these positions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this recruitment, candidates should have passed the 10th standard with a minimum of 50% marks. Alternatively, candidates who have passed 12th standard from a recognized institute or board are also eligible to apply for these posts. For more detailed information regarding qualifications, candidates are advised to refer to the official notification.
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is set with a minimum of 15 years and a maximum of 24 years. Age relaxation is also provided as per government rules. SC/ST candidates will receive a relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit, while OBC candidates will receive a 3-year relaxation.
Application Fees
The application fees vary based on the candidate category. For General and OBC candidates, the application fee is ₹141. SC/ST candidates are required to pay ₹41, and female candidates also have an application fee of ₹41.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Railway Direct Recruitment 2025 is merit-based, meaning there will be no examination. The process involves document verification followed by a medical examination. For detailed information on the selection process, applicants should check the official notification.
Salary Details
The salary for these posts will be provided as per the existing rules. Candidates can find complete details regarding the salary structure by referring to the official notification.
Required Documents
To complete the online application, applicants will need the following documents:
- Applicant’s Aadhaar Card
- 10th Certificate
- Registered Mobile Number
- Passport Size Photo
- Email ID
- Degree related to the position (if applicable, for 12th pass applicants)
- Signature
- Caste Certificate (if applicable) For further details, please consult the official notification.
Important Dates
The online application process commenced on August 30, 2025. The deadline for submitting online applications is September 29, 2025.
Vacancy Distribution
A total of 2865 vacancies are available across various categories:
- General Candidates: 10136 posts
- ST Candidates: 534 posts
- OBC Candidates: 865 posts The official notification provides a comprehensive list of slots and seats for General, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories.
