The Senior Divisional Personnel Officer, South East Central Railway (SECR), Bilaspur Division has released the Provisional Merit List from the Stand-By List for engagement of Act Apprentices for the year 2026-27. The merit list has been published on the official SECR website at secr.indianrailways.gov.in. The list covers 9 trades: Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Stenographer (English and Hindi), Mechanic Diesel, Turner, Welder, Electrician and COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant). Candidates selected from the stand-by list must report in person at the Senior Divisional Personnel Office, DRM Complex, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh at 10:00 AM on their trade-wise reporting date, with all original documents for verification.
Important Note: Three things every selected candidate must know. First, the earliest reporting date is 30 September 2026 — that is four days away. Candidates in the Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Stenographer, Mechanic Diesel, Turner and Welder trades must be ready to report immediately. Second, this is a selection from the stand-by list, not the main merit list. It means vacancies arose from the main list and SECR is now calling the next eligible candidates in merit order from the stand-by list. Third, this is a provisional selection. Final engagement depends entirely on successful verification of original certificates. If any certificate is found to be incorrect or ineligible, the candidature will be cancelled.
SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Merit List 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Senior Divisional Personnel Officer (SDPO), SECR, Bilaspur Division |
| Document Type | Provisional Merit List (from Stand-By List) |
| Purpose | Engagement of Act Apprentices for the year 2026-27 |
| Trades Covered | Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Steno (English), Steno (Hindi), Mechanic Diesel, Turner, Welder, Electrician, COPA |
| Total Trades | 9 |
| Reporting Venue | Senior Divisional Personnel Office, DRM Complex, Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh) |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM (trade-wise date) |
| List Type | Provisional – subject to document verification |
| Official Website | secr.indianrailways.gov.in |
SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Merit List 2026: Trade-wise Reporting Dates
| Reporting Date | Trades |
|---|---|
| 30 September 2026 (Tuesday) | Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Stenographer (Hindi), Stenographer (English), Mechanic Diesel, Turner, Welder |
| 1 October 2026 (Wednesday) | Electrician |
| 5 October 2026 (Sunday) | COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant) |
All candidates must report at 10:00 AM sharp at the Senior Divisional Personnel Office, DRM Complex, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh on their respective reporting date.
About the Stand-By Merit List
The SECR Act Apprentice recruitment process involves a main merit list followed by a stand-by list. The stand-by list covers candidates who were meritorious but could not be initially selected due to limited vacancies. When candidates from the main list do not report, decline the offer or fail document verification, SECR fills those vacancies from the stand-by list in merit order. The current provisional merit list published on 26 September 2026 is specifically from the stand-by list, meaning these candidates are being called to fill vacancies that have arisen after the main list was exhausted or where candidates have dropped out.
Documents to Carry for Reporting
Candidates must carry original documents along with self-attested photocopies for verification at the SECR, Bilaspur Personnel Office. Download the complete list of required documents from the official merit list PDF at secr.indianrailways.gov.in. Typically required documents include:
- Completed application form (if prescribed)
- Matriculation (Class 10) certificate and mark sheet (for age and educational proof)
- ITI certificate and mark sheet for the relevant trade (from a recognised institution)
- NCVT/SCVT marksheet or National Apprenticeship Certificate, if applicable
- Category certificate in prescribed format (SC/ST/OBC-NCL), if applicable
- Declaration form confirming no pending criminal or police case
Candidates must also be prepared to stay in Bilaspur from the reporting date as training may begin within one or two days of successful document verification.
How to Download the SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Merit List 2026
- Visit the official SECR website at secr.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Go to the Recruitment News or Latest Updates section on the homepage.
- Find the link for “Provisional Merit List (From Stand By List) for Engagement of Act Apprentice for the year 2026-27” and click it.
- The PDF will open containing the trade-wise names and application codes of provisionally selected candidates.
- Search for your name or application code in your trade.
- Note your reporting date (as per the table above) and proceed with document preparation.
- Use the direct PDF link in the Important Links section below.
Important Instructions for Selected Candidates
- Report at the Senior Divisional Personnel Office, DRM Complex, Bilaspur at 10:00 AM sharp on your trade-wise reporting date. Late arrivals may not be entertained.
- Carry all required original documents plus one set of self-attested photocopies. Missing or incorrect documents will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Be prepared to stay in Bilaspur from the date of reporting, as training may begin within one to two days of successful document verification.
- This is a provisional selection from the stand-by list. Final engagement is subject to satisfactory document verification.
- Submit the declaration form confirming that no criminal or police case is pending against you.
- Do not present photocopies without originals. Original documents are mandatory for verification.
- All subsequent updates will be published only at secr.indianrailways.gov.in. Do not rely on unofficial sources.
SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Merit List 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Provisional Merit List 2026 PDF | Click Here |
| SECR Official Website | Click Here |
SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Merit List 2026: FAQs
Q1. Has the SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Merit List 2026 been released?
Yes. The Senior Divisional Personnel Officer, SECR Bilaspur Division, has released the Provisional Merit List from the Stand-By List for Act Apprentices 2026-27 on secr.indianrailways.gov.in.
Q2. What is a stand-by merit list?
The stand-by list covers meritorious candidates who were not selected in the main list due to limited vacancies. When vacancies arise from the main list (due to dropouts or document verification failures), candidates from the stand-by list are called in merit order.
Q3. What are the reporting dates for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
30 September 2026 for Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Steno (Hindi and English), Mechanic Diesel, Turner and Welder. 1 October 2026 for Electrician. 5 October 2026 for COPA.
Q4. Where do selected candidates need to report?
Senior Divisional Personnel Office, DRM Complex, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, at 10:00 AM on the trade-wise reporting date.
Q5. Is this a final or provisional selection?
This is a provisional selection. Final engagement depends on successful verification of all original documents at the time of reporting.
Q6. What happens if documents are found incorrect?
If any certificate is not found correct during verification, the candidature will be treated as cancelled.
Q7. Should candidates be prepared to stay in Bilaspur?
Yes. Candidates must be mentally prepared to stay in Bilaspur from the date of reporting, as training may begin within one or two days of successful document verification.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official Provisional Merit List (from Stand-By List) for Engagement of Act Apprentices for the year 2026-27 published by the Senior Divisional Personnel Officer, SECR, Bilaspur Division, on secr.indianrailways.gov.in on 26 September 2026. Candidates must download the official PDF from the SECR website and carry all required original documents to the reporting venue on the correct date. JobShouter is not associated with SECR or Indian Railways. This article is for informational purposes only.
