RRC Bhubaneswar East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1599 Posts

RRC Bhubaneswar East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Bhubaneswar has released the official notification for East Coast Railway (ECoR) Apprentice Recruitment 2026. A total of 1599 Apprentice vacancies are available across various trades and railway units.

Eligible candidates who have passed Class 10th with at least 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply online. The online application process will begin on 26 August 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is 15 September 2026 up to 05:00 PM.

Candidates interested in the Railway ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 should carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, trade-wise vacancies, application fee, selection process and other important details before applying.

RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Important Dates

The important dates for RRC Bhubaneswar Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are given below:

• Online Application Start Date: 26 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 15 September 2026 up to 05:00 PM
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 15 September 2026
• Merit List: To be announced as per schedule

Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date because technical problems or heavy website traffic may affect the application process.

RRC Bhubaneswar Apprentice Vacancy 2026

The East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has announced a total of 1599 vacancies in different trades and railway units. Major units include Carriage Repair Workshop Mancheswar, Khurda Road Division, Sambalpur Division, RGDA Division and East Coast Railway Headquarters, Bhubaneswar.

Some of the available trades include:

• Fitter
• Welder
• Electrician
• Wireman
• Carpenter
• Painter
• Plumber
• Mason
• Machinist
• Turner
• Mechanic Diesel
• Mechanic Motor Vehicle
• Electronics Mechanic
• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
• Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)
• Laboratory Technician
• Secretarial Assistant
• Blacksmith
• Bridge Erector
• Draughtsman Civil
• Other relevant trades

The largest number of vacancies are available in the Khurda Road Division, followed by other railway units.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for RRC ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the prescribed educational and technical qualifications.

Educational Qualification

Applicants should have:

• Passed Class 10th / High School examination with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board.
• Possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by an institution recognized by NCVT/SCVT or the appropriate authority.

Trade-wise eligibility may vary, so candidates should check the official notification before submitting the application.

Age Limit

The age of the candidate should be between:

• Minimum Age: 15 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years

The age will be calculated as on 15 September 2026. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will receive age relaxation according to the applicable Railway Apprentice recruitment rules.

Application Fee

The application fee for the RRC Bhubaneswar Apprentice Online Form 2026 is:

• General / OBC / EWS: ?100
• SC / ST / PwBD: No Fee
• Female Candidates of All Categories: No Fee

The application fee can be paid through the available online/offline payment methods as specified in the recruitment notification.

Selection Process

The selection for East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is expected to be based on the merit list prepared according to the candidates' educational performance and other prescribed criteria.

Generally, candidates should understand that this Apprentice recruitment does not follow the same selection pattern as regular Railway competitive examinations. Candidates should carefully read the official notification for the exact merit calculation, document verification and medical requirements.