Kolkata Metro Railway Recruitment 2024: Notification Out for 128 Apprentice Vacancies Kolkata Metro Railway has released a notification for 128 Apprentice vacancies under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online starting December 23, 2024, until January 22, 2025. Below, we provide an overview of the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, and other essential details.
Metro Railway Kolkata is accepting online applications from eligible Indian nationals for the engagement of Act Apprentices under the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961. The required educational qualifications and age criteria for applicants are detailed below:
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Post Details: Trade-Wise Vacancies Kolkata Metro Railway Recruitment 2024
The vacancies are divided across different trades as follows:
| Trade | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 82 |
| Electrician | 28 |
| Machinist | 9 |
| Welder | 9 |
Eligibility Criteria for Kolkata Metro Railway Recruitment 2024
To apply for the Kolkata Metro Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2024, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Act Apprentice | 10th Class Pass with at least 50% marks and ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade. | 15 to 24 years* |
*Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per government norms.
Selection Process Kolkata Metro Railway Recruitment 2024
Candidates will be selected based on a merit list formulated using an equal weightage of marks obtained in:
- Matriculation (10th)
- ITI Examination
Shortlisted candidates will undergo Document Verification (DV) for final selection.
Application Fee
- General Candidates: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Exempted
How to Apply for Kolkata Metro Railway Recruitment 2024
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: mtp.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Register on the Apprenticeship India portal: www.apprenticeshipindia.org.
- Fill out the application form carefully and upload the required documents:
- Scanned photograph and signature.
- Educational certificates.
- Community/PwBD/ESM certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the application and note the registration number.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | December 23, 2024, 11:00 hrs |
| Online Registration Ends | January 22, 2025, 17:00 hrs |
FAQs Kolkata Metro Railway Recruitment 2024
Q1: What is the mode of application?
The application process is completely online.
Q2: Is there an application fee?
Yes, the fee is ₹100 for General candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted.
Q3: What are the age criteria?
Candidates should be aged between 15 and 24 years as of the cutoff date, with relaxations for reserved categories.
Q4: How is the merit list calculated?
The merit list is based on the average of percentage marks in Matriculation and ITI exams, with equal weightage to both.
Q5: Can I apply offline?
No, only online applications are accepted.
