East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026. There is good news for candidates wishing to pursue an apprenticeship with the Railways. East Coast Railway has announced 1,599 apprentice vacancies. Candidates who have completed their 10th standard along with an ITI course and aspire to undertake an apprenticeship with the Railways are eligible for this recruitment.

East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026

This is a Good news for all Candidates who want to pursue an Apprenticeship with the Railways. East Coast Railway has Announced the Recruitment for 1,599 Apprentice Posts. Those Candidates who have Completed their 10th (Matric) Class from any Board and a ITI course in Relevent Trade (Like Fitter, Electrician, Mechinist, Welder, Wireman, Foundrymen and Turner ,etc.) and who want to undergo an apprenticeship with the Railways are eligible for this Recruitment.

Under this drive eligible candidates will be selected for training in a total of 1,599 Apprentice Posts. The Official Notification was released on 21st August 2026.

Please note that the online Application Process Started on 26th August 2026 at 5:00 PM and the Deadline/Closing Date for Applications is 15th September 2026 at 5:00 PM. All Applicants must submit their forms online through the Official RRC Bhubaneswar Portal. If you have Completed your standard and ITI and are looking for a chance to Join Railway Apprenticeship Training with the Railways this could be a Very big Opportunity for you.

Below details, about Vacancies, Qualifications, Age Limits, Application Fes, the Selection Process and the Step‑By‑Step Application procedure are explained in Easy language.

If you want to Apply Online for the East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026, please read the notification carefully before submitting your application.

East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Recruitment Board	East Coast Railway
Recruitment Cell	Railway Recruitment Cell
Recruitment City	Bhuvneshwar
Post Name	ITI Railway Apprentice
Stipend	As per EC Railway Apprentice Rules
Total Posts	Total 1599 Posts
Notification Status	Released
Notification Released Date	21 August 2026
Online Application Starting Date	26 August 2026
Application Closing Date	15 September 2026
Mode of Application	Online Mode
Minimum Qualification	10th Pass + ITI
Age Limit	15 Years to 24 Years
Application Fee	Rs 100/-
Selection Process	Merit Based
Written Exam	No
Interview	No
Training Name	Railway Apprentice Training
Official Portal	Click here

Click Here to the Direct Apply Online Form.

ECoR Apprentice Official Notification 2026

East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Dates, Application fee & Age Limit

Important Dates

Notification Release Date:- 21-August-2026
Candidate Apply Start Date: 26-August-2026
Candidate Application Last Date :15-September-2026

Application Fee

For UR/EWS/OBC Candidate : RS 100/-
For SC/ST/PwBD/Female Candidate : NILL
Pay fee can be paid online using a debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking.

Age Limit

Candidate Minimum Age: 15 Years
Candidate Maximum Age: 24 Years
Candidate Age Relaxation As Per Rules.

Post Name	Eligibility Criteria
Apprentice Trainees	10th With 50% Marks, ITI In NCVT / SCVT-related trade. For detailed eligibility criteria, refer to the official notification.
Stipend During Training Period	Required Documents
Approx. Rs 9,000 – Rs 12,000 / month	1. 10th Marksheet 2. Provisional Certificate of 10th 3. ITI Certificate 4. ITI Marksheet 5. Aadhar Card 6. Passport-Size Photo 7. Signature 8. Mobile Number 9. E- Mail ID 10. Residence Certificate 11. Income Certificate 12. Caste Certificate
ECoR Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
In this Apprentice selection process is completely merit-based, based On ITI Marks which makes it easier for students: 1. Merit List based on: • 10th Marks • ITI Marks 2. Document Verification 3. Medical Examination There is no written exam or interview.

Official Website: RRC Bhubaneswar Official Website

Which trades are included in the East Coast Railway Apprenticeship Recruitment 2026?

East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes various Technical and Non-Technical Trades Which are as Follows:

Fitter
Welder
Turner
Machinist
Electrician
Carpenter
Painter
Plumber
Black Smith
Mason
Wireman
Sheet Metal Worker
Diesel Mechanic
Motor Mechanics
Refrigeration & AC Mechanic
Electronics Mechanic
Draftsman Civil
Draftsman Mechanic

East Coast Railway Apprentice Vacancy Details 2026

SL No.	Workshop Name	No. of Vacancies in Various Division
01	CARRIAGE REPAIR WORKSHOP, MANCHESWAR, BHUBANESWAR	250
02	RGDA DIVISION	292
03	KHURDA ROAD DIVISION (ELS, ANGUL & IOH Depot)	773
04	SAMBULPUR DIVISION (COACHIN, BLGR)	262
05	HEAD QUARTER, EAST COAST RAILWAY, BHUBANESWAR	22
Total Vacancies		1599

How to Apply Online for the East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates follow these Simple Steps to apply online for ECR Apprentice 2026

First of all, you visit the ECR Apprentice official website.
Click on Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Complete registration using your email ID and mobile number.
Log in with your registration details.
Fill all the required like document, photo, signature, and educational details.
Pay the apprentice application fee.
Submit your application form and download the confirmation page

East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Link Section

Useful Links
Link Description	Links
Apply Online	Click Here Link Active on 28-08-2026
Download Official Notification PDF	Click Here
Go to Official Website	Click Here
Join the Telegram channel.	Click Here To Join Telegram
Join WhatsApp Channel	Click Here To Join WhatsApp

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FAQs – East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies were released by East Coast Railway Apprentice 2026?

Ans: There are a total of 6,777 apprentice vacancies released by East Coast Railway for Apprentice Recruitment 2026.

Q2. What is the last date to Apply Online for East Coast Railway Apprentice?

Ans: The last date to apply online for the ECR Apprentice is 19 August 2026.

Q3. Who can apply for ECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Those Candidates who have passed Class 10th and ITI from any trade.

Q4. What is the age limit for East Coast Railway Apprentice?

Ans: Age limit 15 to 24 years of Candidate age.

East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for 1599 Posts – Apply Online, Check Eligibility & Selection Process