Age
15-24 Years
Min Qualification
10th
Location
All India
The Rail Wheel Factory (RWF), a premier manufacturing unit under the Ministry of Railways, has released an exciting notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices for the year 2025-26. This is a golden opportunity for ITI certificate holders to kickstart their careers in a high-tech railway establishment located in Yelahanka, Bangalore.
Undergoing this apprenticeship provides invaluable hands-on technical experience in specialized trades like Fitter, Machinist, and CNC Programming. While this training does not guarantee a permanent job in the Railways, the skill set and the NCVT proficiency certificate you earn will significantly boost your employability in both the public and private industrial sectors.
Academic: 10th Standard or equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
Technical: Must possess a National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade from NCVT. (Note: SCVT certificates are not accepted) .
General/OBC/Ex-Servicemen: ₹100/- (Non-refundable).
SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Exempted (No Fee).
Payment Mode: Indian Postal Order (IPO) or Demand Draft (DD) from a Nationalised Bank, drawn in favor of 'Principal Financial Adviser/Rail Wheel Factory'.
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Can I apply if I have an SCVT certificate?
Ans: No, only NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training) certificates are accepted.
Is there any hostel facility during training?
Ans: No, selected candidates must make their own stay arrangements.
I am an Engineering Graduate; can I apply?
Ans: No, Degree and Diploma holders are not eligible for this specific apprenticeship.
What if I don't have an Employment Exchange registration?
Ans: It is mandatory for all candidates except for wards of serving Railway employees.
Is there any job guarantee after training?
Ans: No, the Railways are not obligated to offer permanent employment after the apprenticeship.
Can I apply for more than one trade?
Ans: No, only one application should be submitted. Multiple applications will be rejected.
What is the minimum percentage required in 10th?
Ans: You must have a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in 10th standard.
What is the training period for a CNC Operator?
Ans: The training for the CNC Programming-cum-Operator trade is 6 months.
Do I need to send original certificates?
Ans: No, send only self-attested photocopies. Original documents are only required during verification.
Who is exempt from the application fee?
Ans: SC, ST, PwBD, and all women candidates do not need to pay the fee.