Metro Railway Kolkata has released the notification for engagement of 128 Act Apprentices in various trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible Indian Nationals possessing Matriculation and ITI in relevant trade can apply online through the official apprenticeship portal from 23rd December 2025 to 22nd January 2026.
The Candidates are advised to thoroughly read the detailed Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice Recruitment Notification 01/2026 before applying to ensure they fulfill the age, qualification, trade, and other eligibility conditions.
Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 128 Vacancies
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Organization |
Metro Railway, Kolkata |
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Post Name |
Act Apprentice (Fitter / Electrician / Machinist / Welder) |
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Notification No. |
01/2026/Metro Railway/Kolkata |
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Total Vacancies |
128 |
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Age Limit |
15 – 24 Years |
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Stipend |
As per Apprentices Act Rules |
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Minimum Qualification |
Matric (10th) with 50% marks + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade |
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Selection Process |
Merit List + Document Verification |
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Training Location |
Kolkata (West Bengal) |
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Last Date |
22/01/2026 |
✅ Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice 2026 Trade-wise Vacancies:
- Fitter: 82 Posts
- Electrician: 28 Posts
- Machinist: 09 Posts
- Welder: 09 Posts
✅ Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice 2026 Age Limit:
- Minimum: 15 years
- Maximum: 24 years (as on 01-01-2026)
- Relaxation: 05 years for SC/ST, 03 years for OBC-NCL, 10 years for PwBD
✅ Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Passed Matriculation (10th Class) or equivalent with minimum 50% marks in aggregate (except for Mathematics & Science subjects where marks are not considered).
- National Trade Certificate (ITI) in the notified trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
✅ Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice 2026 Selection Process:
Preparation of Merit List based on marks in Matriculation and ITI |
Document Verification (DV) |
✅ Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice 2026 Application Fee:
Category | Fee |
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General / OBC | ₹ 100/- |
SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card / Net Banking) |
✅ Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice 2026 Important Dates:
Date of Notification Publication | 01st December 2025 |
Commencement of Online Registration | 23rd December 2025 |
Closure of Online Registration | 22nd January 2026 |
✅ Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice 2026 Important Links:
Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice Detailed Notification |
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Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice Online Application |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
➢ Step 1: Visit the official apprenticeship portal www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in from 23rd December 2025.
➢ Step 2: Register as Apprentice (if not already registered) using Aadhaar details.
➢ Step 3: Search for “Metro Railway Kolkata” establishment and apply for the desired trade.
➢ Step 4: Upload scanned copies of recent photograph, signature, 10th mark sheet, ITI certificate, community certificate (if applicable), etc.
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee (if applicable) online and submit the form by 22nd January 2026.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in Metro Railway Kolkata Apprentice 2026?
128 Act Apprentice posts (Fitter: 82, Electrician: 28, Machinist: 09, Welder: 09).
What is the last date to apply?
22nd January 2026.
What is the minimum qualification required?
10th Class pass with 50% marks + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade.
What is the age limit?
15 to 24 years with relaxation of 05 years for SC/ST, 03 years for OBC-NCL, and 10 years for PwBD.
What is the application fee?
₹100/- for General/OBC candidates. Exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
What is the selection process?
Merit list prepared on the basis of Matric and ITI marks, followed by Document Verification.