Introduction
East Coast Railway (ECoR) has released the ECoR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,599 Apprentice vacancies across 25 designated trades under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible candidates who have passed 10th/Matriculation with at least 50% marks and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply online.
The ECoR Apprentice online application process starts on 26 August 2026, and the last date to submit the application form is 15 September 2026.
Selection will be made on the basis of merit in Matriculation marks, followed by Document Verification. There will be no written examination or interview for selection under this apprenticeship recruitment.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Organisation |
East Coast Railway (ECoR) |
Post Name |
Act Apprentice |
Total Vacancies |
1599 |
Last Date |
15 September 2026 |
Qualification |
10th Pass with minimum 50% marks + ITI |
Salary / Pay Scale |
As per extant rules under the Apprentices Act, 1961 |
Category |
Railway Jobs |
important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
Notification Release Date |
21 August 2026 |
Online Application Start Date |
26 August 2026 |
Online Application Last Date |
15 September 2026 |
Unit-Wise Vacancy
| Unit / Establishment | Vacancy |
|---|---|
Carriage Repair Workshop, Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar |
250 |
RGDA Division |
292 |
Khurda Road Division (ELS, Angul & IOH Depot) |
773 |
Sambalpur Division (Coaching, BLGR) |
262 |
Headquarters, ECoR, Bhubaneswar |
22 |
Total | 1,599 |
Category-Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
UR |
633 |
OBC |
435 |
SC |
251 |
ST |
116 |
EWS |
164 |
PwBD |
50 |
ESM |
42 |
Total | 1,599 |
Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill the prescribed educational qualification and age requirements to apply for the East Coast Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must have:
➤ Passed Matriculation (10th class) or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
➤ Possessed an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an institution recognized by NCVT/SCVT.
The ITI qualification must correspond to the trade for which the candidate is applying.
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
SC / ST / PwD/Women |
Nil |
General / OBC / EWS Male |
₹100 |
Salection Process
The selection process for East Coast Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is based primarily on Matriculation marks.
➤ Merit List
A merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation, subject to the prescribed eligibility requirements.
Candidates must have secured at least 50% aggregate marks in Matriculation.
➤ Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification (DV) at the designated location as specified by East Coast Railway.
Candidates should produce their original educational, ITI, identity, category and other required documents during verification.
➤ No Written Exam or Interview
There is no written examination or interview for selection under this Act Apprentice recruitment. Selection is based on the prescribed merit criteria followed by document verification and other applicable formalities.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official recruitment website.
Step-by-Step Application Process
➤ Visit the official East Coast Railway recruitment website.
➤ Open the ECoR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification.
➤ Read the complete notification carefully.
➤ Check the trade-wise eligibility and vacancy details.
➤ Complete the online registration.
➤ Enter your personal, educational and ITI details correctly.
➤ Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
➤ Pay the applicable application fee.
➤ Carefully review the application form.
➤ Submit the application online.
➤ Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
Notification PDF | |
Apply Online | |
Official Website |
Key Highlights
➤ 1,599 Act Apprentice vacancies are available.
➤ Vacancies are distributed across 25 designated trades.
➤ The online application process begins on 26 August 2026.
➤ The last date to apply is 15 September 2026.
➤ Candidates must have passed 10th with at least 50% marks.
➤ An ITI certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT is required.
➤ The age limit is 15 to 24 years.
➤ Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved categories.
➤ Selection is based on Matriculation merit.
➤ There is no written examination or interview.
➤ The application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates.
➤ SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted from the application fee.
➤ Selected apprentices will receive a stipend according to applicable rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
East Coast Railway has announced 1,599 Act Apprentice vacancies across 25 designated trades.
What is the last date to apply for ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submitting the online application is 15 September 2026.
When does the ECoR Apprentice application process start?
The online application process starts on 26 August 2026.
What is the qualification for ECoR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Matriculation/10th with at least 50% aggregate marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT.
What is the age limit for ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 15 to 24 years as on 15 September 2026, with applicable relaxation for reserved categories.
Is there any written exam for ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No. There is no written examination or interview. Candidates are shortlisted based on the prescribed Matriculation merit and subsequently called for Document Verification.
What is the application fee for ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
Can engineering graduates apply for ECoR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No. Candidates must meet the prescribed Matriculation and relevant ITI qualification requirements. Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible under the stated qualification criteria.
What stipend will selected apprentices receive?
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per the applicable Apprentices Act rules and Railway Board directives.
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