RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 1599 Vacancies, Apply Online at rrcbbs.org.in |

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 1599 Vacancies, Apply Online at rrcbbs.org.in |

East Coast Railway (ECoR), under the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Bhubaneswar, has released a centralized notification inviting online applications for engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the year 2026-27. A total of 1599 apprentice training slots are available across various trades such as Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Turner, Machinist, Carpenter, and more, spread over different divisions and workshops of East Coast Railway. Interested and eligible candidates who have passed Matriculation (10th) with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply online at www.rrcbbs.org.in from 26 August 2026 to 15 September 2026. Selection will be made purely on merit basis (Matriculation marks), with no written test or interview.

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Overview

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Important Dates

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Application Fee

Mode of Payment: Online only — Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking through the payment gateway integrated with the RRC/BBS website. The fee is non-refundable, and no changes can be made to the application after payment.

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Age Limit (as on 15 September 2026)

Note: Age relaxation is also applicable to children of Ex-Servicemen and children/wards of serving Armed Forces personnel, as per government norms.

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Vacancy Details (Category Wise) — Grand Total 1599

Unit / Division-wise Vacancy Distribution

Note: Applicants can select only one Division/Workshop, and this choice is final and binding.

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Education Qualification

Candidates must fulfil the following educational and technical qualifications as on 21 August 2026:

• Matriculation (10th Class) passed under the 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board.
• An ITI (Industrial Training Institute) certificate in the relevant designated trade, affiliated to NCVT/SCVT, as per the Apprentices Act, 1961.
• For Medical Laboratory Technician (Pathology): candidate must be 12th pass (Science stream with Physics, Chemistry & Biology) with minimum 50% marks in both 10th and 12th.
• For Secretarial Assistant / Stenographer: candidate must hold a National Trade Certificate (NTC) approved by NCVT/SCVT.
• For Computer Operator & Programming Assistant: candidate must have completed board-based basic training in the IT sector (hardware/networking) and hold an NTC from NCVT/SCVT.

Important: Applicants whose SSC or ITI result is awaited are not eligible to apply. Engineering graduates and diploma holders are also not eligible under this notification.

List of Designated Trades

Fitter, Welder, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Carpenter, Painter (General), Mechanic (Diesel)(TMO), Secretarial Assistant (Stenography), Black Smith, Driller, Bridge Erector, Sheet Metal Worker, Electronics Mechanic/Electronics Mechanic (TMO), Wireman/Electrician, Mechanic Refrigeration & AC, Plumber, Draftsman (Civil), Mechanic (Motor Vehicle), Computer Operator & Programming Assistant, Laboratory Technician (Pathology), Sarang, Grinder, Mason, Draftsman (Mechanic).

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Selection Process

East Coast Railway will select Act Apprentices purely through the following process — there is no written test or interview:

1. Merit List Preparation: A trade-wise and unit-wise merit list will be prepared based solely on the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (10th), subject to a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
2. Marks Calculation: Percentage will be calculated using marks of all subjects (not the “best of five” method). Candidates with CGPA must convert it to actual percentage.
3. Tie-Breaker: If two candidates have the same marks, preference is given to the older candidate; if the date of birth is also the same, the one who passed Matriculation earlier gets priority.
4. Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification at the Railway Recruitment Cell Headquarters, Bhubaneswar, along with a Medical Fitness Certificate.
5. Final Selection: Subject to verification of original documents/testimonials and medical fitness.

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Salary & Stipend

Selected candidates will be engaged as Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and will be paid a monthly stipend at the rate prescribed by the Railway Board from time to time (as per extant rules). No hostel accommodation is provided during training — apprentices must make their own stay arrangements.

Note: As per the notification, apprenticeship training does not guarantee regular employment in Railways after completion. However, candidates completing apprenticeship (CCAA) with a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) get preference for up to 20% of vacancies in direct recruitment to Level-1 posts (Pay Scale: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900) in the open market, subject to eligibility.

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Exam Pattern

There is NO written examination or interview for this recruitment. Selection is based entirely on:

• Merit list prepared from Matriculation (10th) marks percentage
• Trade-wise and category-wise ranking
• Document Verification (DV) of original certificates
• Medical Fitness Certificate submission

This makes the ECoR Apprentice selection process purely merit-based on academic performance, unlike most other railway recruitments that involve CBT (Computer Based Test).

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Documents Required

Candidates must upload scanned copies of the following documents at the time of online application, and produce originals at Document Verification:

• Recent colour passport-size photograph (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 20 KB–70 KB)
• Scanned signature (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 20 KB–30 KB)
• Matriculation (10th) mark sheet and pass certificate
• Date of birth proof certificate (if not mentioned in Matriculation certificate)
• ITI consolidated mark sheet / Provisional National Trade Certificate
• National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, in prescribed format)
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate + Self-Declaration Form (for OBC candidates)
• Income and Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates)
• Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)
• Discharge Certificate / Serving Certificate (for Ex-Servicemen quota)
• Valid Aadhaar Card / Aadhaar Enrolment ID
• Fee exemption certificate, wherever applicable

Important: Certificates in languages other than English or Hindi must be accompanied by an attested translation.

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply online for ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27:

1. Visit the official website: www.rrcbbs.org.in
2. Click on the link for “ECoR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27.”
3. Register using a valid personal email ID and mobile number.
4. Log in and fill out the online application form carefully (personal details, trade preference, Aadhaar number, academic marks/CGPA, and Division/Workshop choice).
5. Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents/certificates as per specifications.
6. Pay the application fee of ₹100/- online (if applicable) through Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI/Net Banking.
7. Review all details carefully — no edits are allowed after fee payment.
8. Submit the application and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.

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