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East Coast Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

East Coast Railway (ECoR) has released a notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices for the year 2026-27. A total of 1,599 apprenticeship slots are available across various divisions and workshops under ECoR jurisdiction. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online.

This recruitment is for training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Bhubaneswar, is the nodal agency for receiving online applications.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

East Coast Railway is engaging Act Apprentices for 1,599 posts in various designated trades. These training slots are distributed across different units and trades within ECoR.

Candidates should refer to Annexure 'A' of the official notification for detailed trade-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdowns, including reservations for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the age and educational qualification requirements as specified below:

• Minimum Age: 15 years
• Maximum Age: 24 years

The upper age limit is relaxed for certain categories:

• SC/ST Candidates: 5 years
• OBC Candidates: 3 years
• Persons with Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 10 years plus service rendered in Defense Forces plus 3 years, provided they have put in a minimum of 6 months service.
• Children of Ex-Servicemen: Same age relaxation as per their community.

• Matriculation: Applicants must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) under the 10+2 examination system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
• Technical Qualification: Applicants must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade, affiliated to NCVT/Academic certificate, as per the Apprentice Act 1961.
• For Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology) Post: Candidates must be 12th pass (under 10+2 system) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, with a minimum of 50% marks in both 10th and 12th.
• Important Note: Applicants whose SSC or ITI results are awaited as on 21/08/2026 are not eligible. Engineering graduates and diploma holders are also not eligible.

Application Fee

The application fee is ₹100/- (non-refundable).

The fee must be paid online only through the payment gateway integrated with the online application process on the RRC/BBS website.

Stipend / Pay Scale

This recruitment is for engagement as Act Apprentices. The stipend for apprentices will be paid as per the rules and regulations of the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Candidates who complete apprenticeship training in Railway establishments and hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) will be given preference for up to 20% of the vacancies in future direct recruitment to Level-1 posts (Pay Scale: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900) in Railways, subject to fulfilling other eligibility criteria.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for Act Apprentice training will be based on academic merit.

• A merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in Matriculation (10th Class) and ITI.
• Candidates will be shortlisted strictly based on their academic merit and the order of preference for Unit-Department-Trade exercised in their application.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification (DV) at the Headquarters of East Coast Railway.
• A candidate will be considered for only one combination of Unit-Department-Trade based on merit and preference.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online by visiting the official website of RRC/BBS. Follow these steps to submit your application:

1. Go to the official RRC/BBS website: Click Here
2. Find the link for "Engagement of Act Apprentices" and click on it.
3. Read the official notification carefully to understand all instructions and eligibility criteria.
4. Register yourself by providing the required details.
5. Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational information.
6. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including photographs and signatures, as per the specified format and size.
7. Pay the application fee of ₹100/- online, if applicable.
8. Review your application form thoroughly before final submission.
9. Submit the application and take a printout of the completed form for your records.

Applicants are advised to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Documents Required

Candidates need to upload scanned copies of the following documents during the online application process:

• Class 10th (Matriculation) Mark Sheet and Pass Certificate.
• ITI Certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT/Academic certificate).
• For Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology) post: Class 12th Mark Sheet and Pass Certificate (with Physics, Chemistry & Biology).
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST) in the prescribed Central Government format (Annexure 'B'), if applicable.
• OBC Caste Certificate along with a Non-Creamy-Layer certificate valid for the current year 2026–2027, in the prescribed Central Government format (Annexure 'C'), issued on or after 01/04/2026, if applicable.
• Self-Declaration form regarding current Non-Creamy-Layer status (Annexure 'D'), for OBC applicants.
• Income and Asset Certificate for EWS category in the prescribed format (Annexure 'E'), if applicable.
• Disability Certificate for PwBD candidates, if applicable.
• Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate, if applicable.
• Passport size photograph.
• Signature.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• Ensure you have a valid personal email ID and keep it active throughout the engagement process.
• Read the entire official notification carefully before applying to ensure you meet all eligibility conditions.
• Submit your online application well in advance of the closing date to avoid website traffic issues.
• Do not apply if your SSC or ITI results are awaited as on 21/08/2026.
• Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible for this apprenticeship scheme.
• Provide accurate information in the online application form. Any false information or misconduct will lead to severe action.
• Refer only to the official RRC/BBS website for updates and information.

FAQs

• Q1: What is the total number of Act Apprentice posts in East Coast Railway Recruitment 2026?

  A1: There are a total of 1,599 Act Apprentice posts announced by East Coast Railway.

• Q2: What are the application dates for ECoR Act Apprentice 2026?

  A2: The online application starts on 26/08/2026 at 17:00 hrs and closes on 15/09/2026 at 17:00 hrs.

• Q3: What is the age limit for applying to these apprentice posts?

  A3: Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as on 15/09/2026. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories.

• Q4: What educational qualifications are required for ECoR Act Apprentice posts?

  A4: Applicants need to have passed 10th Class with a minimum of 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. For Medical Laboratory Technician, 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and 50% marks in both 10th and 12th is required.

• Q5: How much is the application fee?

  A5: The application fee is ₹100/- (non-refundable).

• Q6: How will candidates be selected for the Act Apprentice training?

  A6: Selection will be based on a merit list prepared from marks obtained in Matriculation (10th Class) and ITI, followed by Document Verification.

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