New fare structure with effective from 26.12.2025

New Fare Structure (Effective Dec 26, 2025)

A revised fare structure has just come into effect this week. The changes are designed to balance operational costs while keeping daily commutes affordable.

Ø  No Change: Fares for Suburban services (local trains) and Monthly Season Tickets remain unchanged.

Ø  Ordinary Trains: For journeys over 215 km, fares have increased by 1 paisa per km.

Ø  Mail/Express Trains: Fares for both AC and Non-AC classes have increased by 2 paise per km.

Ø  Premium Trains: Basic fare adjustments also apply to Vande Bharat, Rajdhani, and Shatabdi services.

Kolkata Metro Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2024: 128 Opportunities Await!

Exciting Opportunity with Kolkata Metro Railway!

Openings: 128 Apprentice Posts

Are you ready to start an exciting career with Kolkata Metro? Here’s your chance to join the team!

Eligibility Criteria:

• Education: Must have passed the 10th class examination or its equivalent with at least 50% marks.
• Certification: National Trade Certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
• Age Limit: Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years old.

Trade-wise Vacancy Details:

• Fitter: 82 posts
• Electrician: 28 posts
• Machinist: 9 posts
• Welder: 9 posts

Important Dates:

• Application Start Date: December 23, 2024
• Application End Date: January 22, 2025

Application Fee:

• General Category: Rs 100
• SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempt

How to Apply:

Submit your online applications through the official Metro Railway Kolkata website at mtp.indianrailways.gov.in.