East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026, 1,599 Vacancies
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• Updated on 1 Sep, 2026, 5:08 PM, by Nishad Anjum
East Coast Railway has invited online applications for 1,599 Act Apprentice training slots for 2026-27. Eligible candidates can apply online through the Railway Recruitment Cell, Bhubaneswar.
The application process started on August 26, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until September 15, 2026. Selection will be based on merit, with no written examination or interview.
East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Highlights
East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Bhubaneswar has released the notification for engagement of Act Apprentices under East Coast Railway for the 2026-27 training year. A total of 1,599 training slots are available across 25 designated trades.
The vacancies are distributed across different divisions and workshops, including Carriage Repair Workshop, Mancheswar, Khurda Road Division, Sambalpur Division and East Coast Railway headquarters.
East Coast Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2026
East Coast Railway Apprentice Eligibility 2026
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) under the 10+2 system with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board.
Candidates must also possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an institution recognised by NCVT or SCVT. The age of applicants should be between 15 and 24 years as on September 15, 2026. Age relaxation is applicable to reserved categories as per government rules.
East Coast Railway Apprentice Application Fee 2026
The application fee is INR 100. Candidates can pay the fee online through debit card, credit card, UPI or internet banking.
SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates are exempt from paying the application fee.
East Coast Railway Apprentice Selection Process 2026
Candidates will be selected based on their merit in Class 10 and ITI. There will be no written examination or interview for the selection of apprentices.
The merit list will be prepared as per the marks obtained in the qualifying examinations and applicable rules.
How to Apply for East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official RRC Bhubaneswar website.
- Open the Act Apprentice 2026-27 application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
The official application portal confirms that online applications will close on September 15, 2026, at 5 PM.
East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 FAQs
How many vacancies are available in East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
East Coast Railway has announced 1,599 Act Apprentice training slots across 25 designated trades under its 2026-27 apprenticeship programme.
What is the last date to apply for East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications until September 15, 2026. The application portal will close at 5 PM.
What is the eligibility for East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognised institution.
What is the application fee for East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is INR 100. SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates are exempt from paying the application fee.
Is there a written exam for East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment?
No, candidates will not have to appear for a written examination or interview. Selection will be based on merit from qualifying examination marks.
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