The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar has released Advertisement No. ECoR/Pers/RRC/Act Apprentice/2026-27 inviting online applications for 1599 Act Apprentice posts across five units – Carriage Repair Workshop Mancheswar, RGDA Division, Khurda Road Division (ELS, Angul and IOH Depot), Sambulpur Division and Headquarters East Coast Railway Bhubaneswar – under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The minimum qualification is Matriculation (Class 10) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks plus an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade from an NCVT/SCVT affiliated institution. Selection is based purely on Class 10 marks – there is no written test or viva voce. The online application portal opens on 26 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 15 September 2026. The application fee is Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS (Male) candidates; SC/ST/PwBD and Women candidates are exempted.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Five things about this recruitment that are commonly missed. First, the application portal opens on 26 August 2026 – it is not yet active. Return to the official portal from that date. Second, engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible to apply under this notification – it is exclusively for 10th pass plus ITI candidates. Third, candidates whose 10th or ITI results are still awaited as on 21 August 2026 are not eligible. Fourth, your OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate must be dated on or after 1 April 2026 and valid for 2026-27; older certificates will not be accepted. Fifth, Aadhaar Card is mandatory – a 12-digit Aadhaar number must be entered at the time of registration and no registration is possible without it.
East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar |
| Advertisement No. | ECoR/Pers/RRC/Act Apprentice/2026-27 |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1599 |
| Governing Act | Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Units Covered | Carriage Repair Workshop Mancheswar, RGDA Division, Khurda Road Division, Sambulpur Division, HQ East Coast Railway Bhubaneswar |
| Qualification | 10th pass (min. 50% aggregate) + ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years as on 15 September 2026 |
| Stipend | As per Railway Board rules |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 (General/OBC/EWS Male) |
| Application Mode | Online at rrcbbs.org.in |
| Application Opens | 26 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Official Website | rrcbbs.org.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 21 August 2026 |
| Application portal opens | 26 August 2026 |
| Application last date | 15 September 2026 |
Vacancy Details – Unit and Department-wise
Total Posts: 1599
| Unit | Department | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage Repair Workshop, Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar | Mechanical | 200 |
| Carriage Repair Workshop, Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar | Electrical | 50 |
| Sub Total – CRW Mancheswar | 250 | |
| RGDA Division | Engineering | 261 |
| RGDA Division | Electrical | 29 |
| RGDA Division | Medical | 02 |
| Sub Total – RGDA Division | 292 | |
| Khurda Road Division (ELS, Angul and IOH Depot) | Engineering | 471 |
| Khurda Road Division (ELS, Angul and IOH Depot) | S and T | 60 |
| Khurda Road Division (ELS, Angul and IOH Depot) | Electrical | 60 |
| Khurda Road Division (ELS, Angul and IOH Depot) | Medical | 02 |
| Khurda Road Division (ELS, Angul and IOH Depot) | Mechanical | 180 |
| Sub Total – Khurda Road Division | 773 | |
| Sambulpur Division (Coaching, BLGR) | Engineering | 195 |
| Sambulpur Division (Coaching, BLGR) | S and T | 30 |
| Sambulpur Division (Coaching, BLGR) | Electrical | 05 |
| Sambulpur Division (Coaching, BLGR) | Mechanical | 30 |
| Sambulpur Division (Coaching, BLGR) | Medical | 02 |
| Sub Total – Sambulpur Division | 262 | |
| HQ, East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar | Personnel/Accounts/IT Cell | 20 |
| HQ, East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar | Medical | 02 |
| Sub Total – HQ | 22 | |
| Grand Total | 1599 |
Khurda Road Division has the highest share at 773 posts, followed by RGDA Division at 292 and Sambulpur Division at 262.
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Matriculation (Class 10) from a recognised Board with minimum 50% aggregate marks in all subjects (not best of five) |
| ITI Requirement | ITI Certificate in the relevant trade affiliated to NCVT or SCVT |
| Result Status | Result must be declared as on 21 August 2026 – awaited results not eligible |
| Ineligible Candidates | Engineering graduates and diploma holders are NOT eligible under this notification |
| Aadhaar | Mandatory – 12-digit Aadhaar number required at registration |
| CGPA to Percentage | Candidates with CGPA must convert to percentage as per their Board’s conversion formula |
Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on 15 September 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 15 to 24 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 15 to 27 years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 15 to 29 years (5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD | 15 to 34 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government rules |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 100 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women (all categories) | Nil |
Fee is paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or Internet Banking.
Selection Process
Selection is purely merit-based on Class 10 marks. There is no written test and no viva voce.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Merit List | Prepared on the basis of percentage of aggregate marks in Matriculation (10th Class) – all subjects considered, not best of five |
| Minimum Marks | 50% aggregate in Class 10 |
| Tie-breaking | Equal marks – older candidate preferred. Equal date of birth – candidate who passed Matriculation earlier is preferred |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates called to HQ East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar |
| Medical Fitness | Certificate required at the time of joining |
A standby list will be maintained. Standby candidates are called only on receipt of details about absentees, medically unfit or rejected candidates from the merit list, in strict merit order. A candidate is considered for only one combination of Unit-Department-Trade based on merit and preference order.
Post-Apprenticeship Benefit
Candidates who complete their apprenticeship and hold the National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by the National Council will be given preference for up to 20% of Level-1 vacancies (Pay Scale Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900) in direct recruitment by East Coast Railway, subject to eligibility. This is a preference, not a guarantee of employment.
How to Apply for East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The application portal opens on 26 August 2026. The portal is not yet active.
- From 26 August 2026, visit the official RRC East Coast Railway portal.
- Register on the portal using your 12-digit Aadhaar number, mobile number and email ID. Note the Registration Number issued.
- Log in and fill the online application form with personal details, ITI trade, Class 10 marks/CGPA and preferred Unit-Department-Trade combination.
- Upload scanned copies of: photograph, signature, Class 10 marksheet, ITI certificate, Aadhaar, and category/disability/ESM certificates as applicable. OBC candidates must also upload the self-declaration form (Annexure D).
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 online (General/OBC/EWS Male). SC/ST/PwBD/Women are exempted.
- Submit the application and note the Registration Number for all future correspondence.
- Download and print a copy of the submitted application.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending Document Verification.
- No hostel accommodation is provided during training.
- Only one application per trade is allowed – multiple applications for the same trade will be rejected.
Important Instructions
- The portal opens on 26 August 2026 – do not attempt to apply before that date.
- Engineering graduates and diploma holders are explicitly not eligible.
- All subjects in the Class 10 marksheet count for merit – not best of five. CGPA must be converted to percentage.
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate must be dated on or after 1 April 2026 and valid for 2026-27. Upload the Annexure D self-declaration form as well.
- Aadhaar is mandatory for registration. No application without a valid 12-digit Aadhaar number will be processed.
- Apprenticeship Contract must be submitted to the Apprenticeship Adviser for registration within three months of signing.
- This is an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961 – not a permanent employment. No obligation of employment exists after completion of training.
- For queries: Phone 7303484063 | Email support@ecorbbs.in
- All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Cuttack.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (active from 26 August 2026) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF – Advt. No. ECoR/Pers/RRC/Act Apprentice/2026-27 | Click Here |
| RRC East Coast Railway Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions – East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is a recruitment drive by the Railway Recruitment Cell, East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar under Advertisement No. ECoR/Pers/RRC/Act Apprentice/2026-27 for 1599 Act Apprentice posts across five units under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Q2. How many vacancies are there and across which units?
✅ 1599 posts across five units – Carriage Repair Workshop Mancheswar (250), RGDA Division (292), Khurda Road Division (773), Sambulpur Division (262) and HQ East Coast Railway Bhubaneswar (22).
Q3. When does the application portal open?
✅ 26 August 2026. The portal is not yet active. The last date to apply is 15 September 2026.
Q4. What is the qualification required?
✅ Class 10 (Matriculation) with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised Board, plus an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade affiliated to NCVT or SCVT. Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible.
Q5. Is there a written test for East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✅ No. Selection is purely merit-based on Class 10 aggregate marks. There is no written test and no viva voce. All subjects in the marksheet count – not best of five.
Q6. What is the age limit?
✅ 15 to 24 years as on 15 September 2026 for General/EWS candidates. Relaxation of 3 years for OBC(NCL), 5 years for SC/ST and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Q7. What is the application fee?
✅ Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS Male candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and Women candidates of all categories are exempted from the fee.
Q8. Is this a permanent government job?
✅ No. This is an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961. There is no obligation of employment after completion of training. However, candidates who complete the apprenticeship and hold the NAC are given preference for up to 20% of Level-1 Railway vacancies in direct recruitment.
Q9. Is Aadhaar mandatory?
✅ Yes. A valid 12-digit Aadhaar number is mandatory for registration. No application can be processed without Aadhaar.
Q10. What OBC certificate is valid for this recruitment?
✅ OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate dated on or after 1 April 2026 and valid for 2026-27. Older certificates are not accepted. Candidates must also upload the self-declaration form (Annexure D) along with the certificate.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Advertisement No. ECoR/Pers/RRC/Act Apprentice/2026-27 issued by the Railway Recruitment Cell, East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar for 1599 Act Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is an apprenticeship engagement and not permanent employment. Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible. The application portal opens on 26 August 2026. OBC-NCL certificate must be dated on or after 1 April 2026. All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of CAT, Cuttack. All eligibility conditions must be verified from the official notification at rrcbbs.org.in before applying. JobShouter.com is not associated with East Coast Railway or Railway Recruitment Cell, Bhubaneswar in any manner.
