Overview
Metro Railway Kolkata has announced recruitment for 128 Act Apprentice posts across four trades (Fitter, Electrician, Machinist, Welder). Candidates must have passed 10th with 50% marks and hold a National Trade Certificate. Age limit is 15–24 years. Stipend is ₹1800 per month. Applications are accepted online from 23 Dec 2025 to 22 Jan 2026 via mtp.indianrailways.gov.in. Fees are Rs. 100 for General/OBC candidates and exempt for SC/ST/PwBD/Women. Selection is merit‑based on the average of Matriculation and ITI marks.
Key Details
- Organization
- Metro Railway Kolkata
- Qualification
- Passed 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 system) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized Board and ITI in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT
- Vacancies
- 128
- Posted
- 23/12/2025
- Last date to apply
- 22/01/2026
Important Dates
| Publication of Notification | 01/12/2025 |
| Opening of Online Application | 23/12/2025 |
| Closing of Online Application | 22/01/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 23/12/2025 |
| Application End Date | 22/01/2026 |
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Vacancy Details
Fitter: 82; Electrician: 28; Machinist: 9; Welder: 9
Selection Process
Selection will be on the basis of merit prepared taking the average of the percentage marks obtained by the candidates in both Matriculation (with minimum 50% aggregate marks) and ITI examination giving equal weightage to both.
How to Apply
Visit the official website: mtp.indianrailways.gov.in, Register an account, Fill the online application form carefully, Upload scanned photograph, signature, ITI certificate, community certificate (if applicable), PwBD/ESM certificate (if applicable), Pay the application fee (if applicable) via online payment gateway, Submit the application and print the confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Metro Railway Kolkata Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 128 Posts?
Publication of Notification: 01/12/2025; Opening of Online Application: 23/12/2025; Closing of Online Application: 22/01/2026; Application Start Date: 23/12/2025; Application End Date: 22/01/2026
What is the application fee?
General/OBC: Rs. 100/-; SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted (No Fee); Ex-Servicemen: Up to the extent of service rendered in Defence Forces plus 03 years (maximum 06 months service at a stretch)
What is the age limit?
15 to 24 years (as on cutoff date for receiving application)
What is the selection process?
Selection will be on the basis of merit prepared taking the average of the percentage marks obtained by the candidates in both Matriculation (with minimum 50% aggregate marks) and ITI examination giving equal weightage to both.