East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 1,599 Posts
East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 1,599 Posts
EAST COAST RAILWAY (ECoR)
Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 (1,599 Vacancies)
RRC Bhubaneswar Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates & Overview
| Milestone Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opening Date | 26 August 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Online Application Closing Date | 15 September 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Age Limit (as on 15.09.2026) | 15 to 24 years (Relaxations as per rules) |
| Minimum Qualification | 10th Class (min 50% marks) + ITI in relevant trade |
RRC Bhubaneswar Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Application Fee Structure
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil (Exempted) |
ECoR Apprentice Notification 2026 Unit-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Unit / Establishment | Departments Covered | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage Repair Workshop, Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar | Mechanical, Electrical | 250 |
| WAT Division | Engineering, Electrical, Medical | 292 |
| Khurda Road Division (ELS, Angul & IOH Depot) | Engineering, S&T, Electrical, Medical, Mechanical | 773 |
| Sambalpur Division (Coaching, BLGR) | Engineering, S&T, Electrical, Mechanical, Medical | 262 |
| Headquarters, ECoR, Bhubaneswar | Personnel / Accounts / IT Cell, Medical | 22 |
| Grand Total: | 1599 | |
RRC Bhubaneswar Online Form 2026 Category-Wise Vacancies
| UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PwBD | ESM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 633 | 251 | 116 | 435 | 164 | 50 | 42 |
Q1. Which railway zone has announced the apprentice recruitment?
East Coast Railway (ECoR), handled by RRC Bhubaneswar.
Q2. What is the total number of apprentice vacancies available?
A total of 1,599 vacancies have been announced across various units.
Q3. When did the online application process start?
The online registration commenced on 26 August 2026 at 05:00 PM.
Q4. What is the final deadline to submit online applications?
The application window closes on 15 September 2026 at 05:00 PM.
Q5. What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed 10th class with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.
Q6. Are engineering graduates and diploma holders eligible?
No, engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible to apply for these apprentice posts.
Q7. What is the age limit for applicants?
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as of 15 September 2026.
Q8. Is there any upper age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes, upper age relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 10 years for Ex-Servicemen.
Q9. What is the application fee for general candidates?
The application fee is ₹100/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates.
Q10. Who is exempted from paying the application fee?
SC, ST, PwBD, and women candidates are completely exempted from the application fee.
Q11. How is the selection process conducted?
Selection is based on a merit list prepared by taking the average of marks obtained in both 10th and ITI examinations.
Q12. Where will the training take place?
Training will be conducted across various units, divisions, and workshops under ECoR in Odisha (such as Mancheswar, Khurda Road, Sambalpur, and Waltair).
Q13. Is hostel accommodation provided during the training period?
No, hostel accommodation will not be provided by the railway administration during the training period.
Q14. Where can candidates apply online for this recruitment?
Eligible candidates can apply through the official RRC Bhubaneswar website at www.rrcbbs.org.in.
Q15. Will candidates be absorbed into regular railway jobs after training?
Apprentices are engaged only for training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and will be released upon completion of the training period without automatic right to regular absorption.