Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC Bhubaneswar, East Coast Railway) has issued an official notification (Advt. No. ECoR/Pers/RRC/Act Apprentice/2026-27) for the engagement of Act Apprentices across various divisions and workshops. Online applications are invited for 1,599 posts from Class 10th passed candidates holding ITI certificates in relevant trades. Online registration started on 26 August 2026 and eligible candidates can submit their online form until 15 September 2026. Below are the complete trade-wise vacancy details, eligibility criteria, category age limits, fee details, and direct official application links.
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar)
RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (1599 Posts)
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| IMPORTANT DATES | APPLICATION FEE |
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| AGE LIMIT (AS ON 15.09.2026) | TOTAL VACANCIES |
| 1,599 Posts RRC ECOR Act Apprentice (Various Trades) |
RRC ECOR Apprentice Vacancy Details & Qualification 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| RRC ECOR Act Apprentice | 1,599 | Candidates must have passed Class 10th (Matriculation) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board AND possess a National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant ITI trade. |
RRC ECOR Apprentice Category Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| General (UR) | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 633 | 435 | 164 | 251 | 116 |
RRC ECOR Apprentice Selection Process 2026
- Merit List Generation: Selection will be done purely on the basis of a merit list prepared considering the percentage of marks in Matriculation (Class 10th min 50%) + ITI marks in the relevant trade.
- No Written Test / Viva: There will be no written exam or interview for this recruitment drive.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and medical fitness verification.
How to Fill RRC ECOR Apprentice Online Form 2026?
- Step 1: Visit the official portal of RRC Bhubaneswar at rrcbbs.org.in.
- Step 2: Click on the link “Engagement of Act Apprentices under Railway Recruitment Cell, East Coast Railway for 2026-27”.
- Step 3: Complete the New Candidate Registration by entering personal details, email, and mobile number.
- Step 4: Select your preferred Division/Unit, trade, and enter Class 10th and ITI marks accurately.
- Step 5: Upload scanned photograph, signature, Class 10th mark sheet, ITI certificate, and category certificate.
- Step 6: Pay the application fee of ₹100 online (if applicable).
- Step 7: Submit the application form before 15 September 2026 and print the final confirmation application slip.
RRC ECOR Apprentice 2026 – IMPORTANT LINKS
| Link Description | Link Option |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| RRC ECOR Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage (INDGOVT.COM) | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply online for RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is 15 September 2026.
Q2: What is the age limit for RRC ECOR Apprentice Bharti 2026?
The candidate must be between 15 to 24 years of age as of 15 September 2026. Category-wise age relaxations apply.
Q3: Is there a written exam for RRC ECOR Apprentice posts?
No, candidates are selected purely based on a Merit List prepared from Class 10th and ITI marks.
Q4: What is the application fee for female and SC/ST candidates?
There is no fee (₹0/-) for SC, ST, PwBD, and all female applicants.