Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) – IRCTC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 10
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Internship
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹9,600 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Candidates must have passed Matriculation and hold an ITI Certificate affiliated to NCVT/SCVT, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized Board.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible no prior work experience is required for this apprenticeship role.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 15 to 25 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) role at IRCTC, East Zone, Kolkata, offers 10 vacancies for individuals passionate about IT and programming. With a monthly stipend of ₹9,600, this apprenticeship provides a solid foundation in computer operations and programming, making it an excellent opportunity for those with Matriculation and ITI qualifications. This position is designed to enhance practical skills and contribute to the digital initiatives of the Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation.
- Applicants must ensure all educational and technical qualification documents, including matriculation and ITI mark sheets, are attached during the online application process.
- The selection for COPA apprentices will be based on a merit list determined by the percentage of marks obtained in qualifying examinations.
- Candidates should be prepared for document verification with original testimonials, as final selection is contingent upon this process.
- Incomplete applications for the COPA role will be summarily rejected, so applicants must ensure all details are accurately filled.
- The number of COPA vacancies may be adjusted based on the organization's operational requirements, with any changes updated on the IRCTC website.
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Additional Salary Information
Apprentices will receive a prescribed minimum stipend of ₹9,600 per month during their 12-month training period.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Selection will be based on the merit list prepared on the basis of percentage of marks.
There will be no written test or viva.
Final selection of applicants would be subject to verification of original testimonials.
In case of two applicants having the same marks, the older applicant shall be preferred. If dates of birth are also same, applicants who passed matriculation exam earlier shall be considered first.
Application Fees
Refer official detailed notification
Reservation
Government guidelines for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman/EWS candidates shall be followed with applicable age relaxation.
OBC Applicants are required to submit OBC Caste Certificate with Non-Creamy layer certificate in Govt of India format. Certificates should indicate Caste, Date of Issue etc. and bear the Seal of the Issuing Authority.
OBC Certificate should be issued not prior to last ONE YEAR.
PwBD- Persons with Disability, the percentage of disability should not be less than 40%.
Candidates who are not covered under the scheme of reservation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL and whose family has gross annual income below Rs. 8.00 Lakhs (Rupees Eight Lakhs Only) are to be identified as EWS for benefit of reservation for EWS.
The benefit of reservation under EWS can be availed upon production of an income and asset certificate issued by Competent Authority.
The candidates applying against the vacancies reserved for EWS must possess Income and asset Certificate as on closing date of registration of application for this notification.
How to Apply
- Candidates are advised to apply through the portal: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in OR https://www.nats.education.gov.in Applicants are advised to fill up marks and to attach supportive documents for all the educational/Technical qualifications starting from matriculation (year-wise Mark-sheets along with Pass-Certificates should be attached on the website while applying).
- Applicants are required to report for Document/Certificate Verification with their Originals.
- Candidates are advised to submit original documents along with 2 sets of self-attested photocopies on the day of Document verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) at IRCTC will receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600.
Candidates for the COPA role must have Matriculation and an ITI Certificate affiliated with NCVT/SCVT, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized Board.
Candidates for the COPA role must have completed 15 years and not completed 25 years as of 09.10.2026, with applicable age relaxations for reserved categories.