East Coast Railway 1,599 Act Apprentice Online Form 2026
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | East Coast Railway (ECoR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1,599 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Bhubaneswar, RGDA, Khurda Road, Sambalpur |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21.08.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 26.08.2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Application Last Date | 15.09.2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 15.09.2026 |
| Exam / Interview Date | No Written Test or Interview |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Fee | Payment Mode | Fee Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 | Online (Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking) | 15.09.2026 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil | N/A | N/A |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
General Eligibility
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation (10th Class) with minimum 50% aggregate marks.
- Technical Qualification: ITI certificate in the relevant trade affiliated with NCVT/SCVT.
- Age Limit (as on 15.09.2026): 15 to 24 years.
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation.
- OBC: 3 years relaxation.
- PwBD: 10 years relaxation.
- Stipend: As per Railway Board prescribed rates.
Unit-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Unit / Establishment | Departments Covered | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage Repair Workshop, Mancheswar | Mechanical, Electrical | 250 |
| RGDA Division | Engineering, Electrical, Medical | 292 |
| Khurda Road Division | Engineering, S&T, Electrical, Medical, Mechanical | 773 |
| Sambalpur Division | Engineering, S&T, Electrical, Mechanical, Medical | 262 |
| Headquarters, ECoR, Bhubaneswar | Personnel/Accounts/IT Cell, Medical | 22 |
| Grand Total | 1,599 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PwBD | ESM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Posts | 633 | 251 | 116 | 435 | 164 | 50 | 42 |
Special Trade Requirements
- Laboratory Technician (Pathology): 12th pass (PCB) with minimum 50% marks in both 10th and 12th.
- Secretarial Assistant (Stenography): National Trade Certificate (NTC) approved by NCVT/SCVT.
- Computer Operator & Programming Assistant: Board-based basic training in IT sector (Centre of Excellence scheme) with NTC.
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
- Merit-Based Selection: Selection is based solely on the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (all subjects).
- No Examination: There is no written test or interview for this recruitment.
- Tie-Breaking Rule: In case of equal marks, preference is given to the older candidate; if DOB is identical, the one who passed Matriculation earlier is prioritized.
- Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will be called for DV at ECoR Headquarters, Bhubaneswar.
- Final Selection: Subject to verification of original documents and submission of a Medical Fitness Certificate.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Visit the official website of RRC Bhubaneswar.
- Complete the registration process and log in to the portal.
- Fill in personal details, trade, Aadhaar number, and marks/CGPA.
- Select the preferred Division/Workshop (only one choice is allowed).
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Required Documents Checklist:
- Matriculation Mark sheet and Pass Certificate.
- Proof of Date of Birth.
- Consolidated ITI Mark sheet and NCVT/SCVT Certificate.
- Caste/EWS/PwBD/Discharge Certificate (as applicable).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Scanned Photo (3.5cm x 3.5cm) and Signature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for ECoR Act Apprentice 2026? There are 1,599 training slots available across 25 designated trades.
Q2. Is there any written exam or interview for selection? No, selection is based purely on the merit list prepared from Matriculation marks.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for this apprenticeship? Candidates with 10th pass (min 50% marks) and an ITI certificate in the relevant trade are eligible. Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible.
Q4. What is the application fee for women candidates? There is no application fee for women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.
Q5. What is the age limit for applying? The general age limit is 15 to 24 years as of 15.09.2026, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.
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|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |