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Trade Apprentice - Railway Fitter

at Indian Railways

About This Apprenticeship

Learn precision fitting and mechanical maintenance at Indian Railway workshops including ICF Chennai, RCF Kapurthala, MCF Raebareli, and various zonal facilities. The role covers locomotive overhaul, bogie assembly, coach manufacturing, brake system maintenance, and the use of precision measurement tools to ensure rolling stock meets safety standards. Apprentices learn to work with hydraulic presses, lathes, milling machines, and welding equipment used in heavy mechanical maintenance, and gain exposure to the systematic preventive maintenance approach used to keep railway equipment safe and operational. The Indian Railways Apprentice scheme is one of the largest skill development programmes in the country, and graduates often gain advantage in subsequent RRB recruitment for permanent technician positions across the railway network.

Duration

2 years

Stipend Range

₹7,700-₹11,000/month

Eligibility

ITI in Fitter trade

Skills You Will Develop

Locomotive maintenanceBogie assemblyPrecision measurementWorkshop machineryTechnical drawings

How to Apply

  1. 1Register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
  2. 2Select Railway zone
  3. 3Apply for fitter apprenticeship
  4. 4Attend selection

Documents Required

  • Aadhaar Card
  • ITI certificate
  • Bank account details
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Medical fitness certificate

Deadline: Rolling

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Selection Process

Merit-based selection on ITI marks

Government Scheme

NAPS

NSQF Level

Level 4

Sector Skill Council

Capital Goods Skill Council

Last verified: 2026-03-15

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