IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Skill-Building Opportunity for COPA Trade | Apply Now!

Total Vacancies:

45

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✨ Short Description: IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC)

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC), a NavRatna PSU under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, invites applications for engagement of Apprentice Trainees in the Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) trade under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 (as amended in 2014). This initiative is part of IRCTC’s commitment to skill development and nation-building. The training will be conducted at IRCTC offices located in Kolkata, and selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per government norms.

📅 Important Dates and Application Fee: IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC)

Particular	Date/Details
Application Begins	13 October 2025
Last Date to Apply	28 October 2025
Admit Card	Not Applicable
Examination Date	No exam; selection based on merit
Application Fee	NIL
General/EWS/OBC	NIL
SC/ST/PwBD/Woman	NIL
Mode of Payment	Not Applicable (Free Registration)

📌 Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale, and Qualification Details: IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Post Name	Pay Scale	Total Vacancy	Educational Qualification
Apprentice Trainee (COPA)	₹9,600/month stipend	45	Matriculation with 50% marks + ITI Certificate in COPA trade (NCVT/SCVT affiliated)

🔍 Note:

• Age Limit: 15 to 25 years as on 01 October 2025
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: 10 years
• Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation: 01 October 2025

📝 How to Apply: IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025

1. Visit the official portal: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
2. Register and create your profile.
3. Search for IRCTC East Zone Kolkata openings under the COPA trade.
4. Fill in all required details and upload documents.
5. Submit the application before 28 October 2025.
6. Keep your registration details and email ID active for future communication.

📄 Documents Required: IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025

Applicants must upload self-attested scanned copies of the following:

• 10th Standard Mark Sheet and Certificate
• ITI Mark Sheet and Certificate (COPA trade)
• National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) or Provisional Certificate
• Proof of Date of Birth (10th Certificate or School Leaving Certificate)
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
• OBC Certificate (issued within last 1 year)
• Disability Certificate (for PwBD)
• Ex-Servicemen/Armed Forces Certificate (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 20–70 kb)

🧭 Selection Process: IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2025

• Merit-Based Selection
  • Based on the percentage of marks in Matriculation and ITINo written test or interview
  • In case of the tie:
    • Older age preferred
    • Earlier matriculation pass-out preferred
• Final selection subject to document verification
• Stand-by candidates may be considered if selected candidates are absent or rejected
• Offers will be issued strictly in order of merit

⚠️ Important Instructions

• Ensure the name, father’s name, and DOB match exactly with the matriculation certificate
• Applications with discrepancies will be rejected
• No TA/DA will be provided for document verification
• Candidates cannot change the trade after selection
• Training is strictly for the COPA trade only
• IRCTC has not authorized any agents for recruitment
• Any impersonation or submission of fake documents will lead to disqualification
• Applicants must be willing to work at the IRCTC offices in Kolkata

❓ FAQ

🔗 Important Links

• Apply Online on the Apprenticeship Portal
• IRCTC Official Website
• Notification PDF
• Contact for Queries: [email protected]

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