East Coast Railway has opened applications for 1,599 Act Apprentice slots for the 2026–27 training session through RRC Bhubaneswar. The notification was issued on 21 August 2026, and online applications start on 26 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.
The vacancies are for eligible 10th-pass + ITI candidates across various Railway units. There is no written exam or interview; selection will be based on Matriculation merit, followed by Document Verification and medical fitness requirements.
Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | East Coast Railway |
| Recruitment Authority | Railway Recruitment Cell, Bhubaneswar |
| posts | Act Apprentice |
| Slots | 1,599 |
| Notification No. | ECoR/Pers/RRC/Act Apprentice/2026-27 |
| Notification Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Application Start | 26 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date | 15 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Training Session | 2026–27 |
| Selection | Merit-Based |
| Exam | No Written Exam |
| Job/Training Location | East Coast Railway Units |
| Application Mode | Online |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 21 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 26 August 2026 – 5:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 September 2026 – 5:00 PM |
Vacancy Details
The 1,599 apprentice slots are distributed among different East Coast Railway units.
| Unit / Division | Total Slots |
| Carriage Repair Workshop, Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar | 250 |
| Rgda Division | 292 |
| Khurda Road Division | 773 |
| Sambalpur Division | 262 |
| East Coast Railway Headquarters, Bhubaneswar | 22 |
| Total | 1,599 |
Category-Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 633 |
| SC | 251 |
| ST | 116 |
| OBC | 435 |
| EWS | 164 |
| PwBD | 50 |
| Ex-Servicemen* | 42 |
| Total | 1599 |
*PwBD and Ex-Servicemen reservations are horizontal reservations included within the overall vacancies.
Trade-Wise Vacancies
The recruitment covers trades such as Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Carpenter, Painter, Machinist, Turner, Plumber, Blacksmith, Mason, Wireman, Electronics Mechanic, Draftsman, COPA, Laboratory Technician, Stenography and others. Trade availability varies by division/workshop
Some major trade-wise slots include:
| Trade | seats |
| Fitter | 356 |
| Black Smith | 165 |
| Welder | 168 |
| Mason | 120 |
| Electrician | 110 |
| Carpenter | 100 |
| Bridge Erector | 90 |
| Plumber | 82 |
| Painter | 80 |
| Wireman | 49 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 44 |
| Machinist | 24 |
| Refrigeration & AC Mechanic | 21 |
| Driller | 36 |
| Sarang | 22 |
| Laboratory Technician (Pathology) | 6 |
| COPA | 16 |
| Other notified trades | As per unit-wise vacancy table |
Important: The official Annexure-A should be checked for the exact trade, unit, department and category combination before applying.
Educational Qualification
| Post / Trade | Required Qualification |
| Most Trades | → 10th Pass with minimum 50% marks + relevant ITI certificate from NCVT/SCVT |
| Laboratory Technician (Pathology) | → 12th Pass with PCB + 50% marks in 10th & 12th |
| Secretarial Assistant / Stenography | → Relevant NCVT/SCVT National Trade Certificate |
| COPA | → Prescribed Computer/IT training + NCVT/SCVT certificate |
Important Points:-
→ 10th and ITI qualification must be completed by 21 August 2026.
→ Candidates with pending results on the notification date are not eligible.
→ Engineering Diploma/Degree holders are not eligible under this apprenticeship notification.
→ The ITI trade must match the notified trade/vacancy.
Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on 15 September 2026
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| General | 15–24 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per prescribed rules |
Application Fee
| Candidate | Fee |
| General/Others | ₹100 |
| SC/ST | 0 |
| PwBD | 0 |
| Women | 0 |
Stipend/Salery
Selected candidates will receive a monthly apprenticeship stipend at the rate prescribed under the applicable Apprenticeship Rules/Railway Board instructions.
The 2026–27 notification does not specify a fixed rupee amount, so no specific stipend figure should be assumed from this notification.
Selection Process
There is no written examination and no viva/interview for this recruitment.
The selection process is:
Matriculation Merit → Trade/Unit-wise Merit List → Document Verification → Medical Fitness → Final Engagement
The merit list will be prepared using the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation, with a minimum requirement of 50%. Marks from all subjects will be considered; the official notification does not allow a “best of five” calculation.
Tie-Breaking
If two candidates have the same percentag
→ The older candidate gets preference.
→ If dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier gets preference.
Medical Fitness
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification must submit the prescribed Medical Fitness Certificate from a Government-authorized Gazetted Doctor not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon.
The prescribed physical standards include:
| Standard | Requirement |
| Minimum Height | 137 cm |
| Minimum Weight | 25.4 kg |
| Chest Expansion | Minimum 3.8 cm |
medical examination also covers eyesight, hearing, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, skeletal system and other prescribed fitness parameters.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
→ 10th Mark Sheet & Pass Certificate
→ Date of Birth proof, where required
→ ITI semester/consolidated marksheet
→ NCVT/SCVT Trade Certificate
→ SC/ST/OBC Certificate, if applicable
→ EWS Income & Asset Certificate, if applicable
→ PwBD Certificate, if applicable
→ Ex-Servicemen/Serving Certificate, where applicable
→ Recent Photograph
→ Signature
→ Aadhaar details
Original documents will be required during Document Verification.
How to Apply
1.→ Visit the official RRC Bhubaneswar website.
2.→ Open the Act Apprentice 2026–27 application link.
3.→ Complete registration with your personal details.
4.→ Enter 10th marks, ITI details and other required information.
5.→ Select one Division/Workshop and the relevant trade/preferences carefully.
6.→ Upload photograph, signature and required certificates.
7.→ Pay the applicable ₹100 fee, if required.
8.→ Submit the application.
9.→ Download and keep a copy of the final application for future use.
Importants link
| Particular | Link |
| Official RRC Bhubaneswar Website | Click here |
| Official Recruitment / Apprentice Page | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) Bhubaneswar | Click here |