Metro Railway Kolkata has released an official notification for the recruitment of 128 Act Apprentice Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Metro Railway Kolkata website. The last date to submit the application form is 22-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the Metro Railway Kolkata Act Apprentice Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
Metro Railway/Kolkata Act Apprentices 2026 – Important Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Metro Railway Kolkata (Metro Railway/Kolkata) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 128 Posts |
| Salary/Pay Scale | Stipend as per extant provisions of Apprentices Act, 1961 (Rate: ₹1800/- per month for Grade Pay ₹1800 equivalent posts) |
| Educational Qualification | Passed 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 system) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from recognized Board and ITI in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years (as on cutoff date for receiving application) |
| Application Start Date | 23/12/2025 |
| Application End Date | 22/01/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | mtp.indianrailways.gov.in |
Metro Railway/Kolkata Act Apprentices 2026 Vacancy Details
| Trade | Total Slots |
|---|---|
| Fitter | 82 |
| Electrician | 28 |
| Machinist | 09 |
| Welder | 09 |
| Total | 128 |
Eligibility Criteria for Metro Railway/Kolkata Act Apprentices 2026
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed 10th class examination or its equivalent (under 10+2 examination system) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized Board and must possess National Trade Certificate in the notified trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
2. Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years (as on cutoff date for receiving application)
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 05 years
- OBC-NCL: 03 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to the extent of service rendered in Defence Forces plus 03 years (maximum 06 months service at a stretch)
Selection Process for Metro Railway/Kolkata Act Apprentices 2026
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.
Application Fee for Metro Railway/Kolkata Act Apprentices 2026
- General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 100/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Exempted (No Fee)
- Payment Mode: Online (through Payment Gateway using Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking etc.)
How to Apply for Metro Railway/Kolkata Act Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website: mtp.indianrailways.gov.in
- Live link will be available from 11:00 hrs of 23/12/2025
- Click on the online application link and register
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, ITI certificate, community certificate (if applicable), PwBD/ESM certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the application and take a printout
Important Dates for Metro Railway/Kolkata Act Apprentices 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication of Notification on Website | 01/12/2025 |
| Opening date of online application | 23/12/2025 |
| Closing date of online application | 22/01/2026 |
Metro Railway/Kolkata Act Apprentices 2025-26 – Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Join Arattai Channel: Click Here
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- Sarkari Result Vacancy: Click Here
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Metro Railway Kolkata Act Apprentices Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
1. What is the total number of Act Apprentice vacancies in Metro Railway Kolkata?
128 vacancies across Fitter, Electrician, Machinist and Welder trades.
2. What is the age limit for Act Apprentice 2026?
Minimum 15 years and maximum 24 years as on the cutoff date.
3. Is there any application fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates?
No, they are exempted from payment of fee.
4. What is the selection process?
Purely merit-based on average percentage of marks in Matriculation and ITI (equal weightage).
5. When will the online application start?
From 11:00 hrs of 23rd December 2025.
6. What is the last date to apply online?
22nd January 2026.
7. Is this training considered as employment?
No, this is purely Act Apprenticeship training and not employment.
8. What stipend will be paid during training?
Stipend as per extant provisions (₹1800/- per month for Grade Pay ₹1800 equivalent posts).
9. Can a candidate apply for more than one trade?
No, a candidate will be considered against only one trade as per merit and availability.
10. Where will the merit list be published?
On the official website mtp.indianrailways.gov.in
