RRC SECR Trade Apprentice 2026: 1,644 Posts, ITI Eligibility & Direct Apply Link
The South East Central Railway (SECR), Raipur Division has released a massive recruitment notification for 1,644 Trade Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act 1961 for the year 2026-27. This is one of the biggest Railway Jobs drives of the year for ITI pass candidates in central India. The vacancies are spread across the DRM Office, Raipur Division (1,363 posts) and the Wagon Repair Shop, Raipur (281 posts).
The online application window is open from 5 May 2026 to 4 June 2026 (23:59 hrs) on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Selection is purely merit-based — no written exam, no interview — making this an ideal opportunity for ITI certificate holders aged 15 to 24 years. In this article, we cover every trade, every eligibility rule, the document checklist and the step-by-step application guide. Bookmark GovtJobsAlert.in for every Railway update.
Key Highlights — RRC SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The South East Central Railway, headquartered at Bilaspur, is one of Indian Railways’ busiest freight zones, with major workshops in Chhattisgarh. The Raipur Division, through its Personnel Department, engages Trade Apprentices every year for one-year on-the-job training in 18+ trades. The training is fully stipendiary as per Railway Board rules, although there is no guarantee of permanent employment after completion.
- Post Name: Trade Apprentice (multiple trades)
- Total Vacancies: 1,644 (DRM Office Raipur — 1,363; Wagon Repair Shop Raipur — 281)
- Stipend: As per Railway Board prevailing rates
- Job Location: Raipur, Chhattisgarh
- Application Start Date: 5 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 4 June 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Vacancy Breakdown — RRC SECR Apprentice 2026
The 1,644 vacancies are distributed across two establishments and 18+ trades. The biggest trade-wise allocations are Fitter (516 posts), Welder (372 posts) and Electrician (355 posts) — together accounting for over 75% of all vacancies.
| Trade | DRM Office Raipur | Wagon Repair Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 406 | 110 |
| Welder (Gas & Electric) | 262 | 110 |
| Electrician | 337 | 18 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 97 | 0 |
| COPA | 81 | 8 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 47 | 0 |
| Turner | 28 | 15 |
| Machinist | 14 | 18 |
| Mechanic Ref. & AC | 26 | 0 |
| Health & Sanitary Inspector | 25 | 0 |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | 10 | 1 |
| Stenographer (English) | 11 | 1 |
| Carpenter | 6 | 0 |
| Painter | 6 | 0 |
| Other Trades | 14 | 0 |
Other trades include Blacksmith, Hammerman, Mason, and Pipe Line Fitter. The reservation is implemented as per Railway Board’s rules: EWS, OBC, SC, ST, plus horizontal reservation for PwBD (3.85%) and Ex-Servicemen (10%).
Eligibility Criteria — RRC SECR Apprentice 2026
Eligibility is straightforward but strict on dates: you must have already passed both the 10th and ITI examinations on or before 5 May 2026. Candidates whose results are awaited are not eligible at all.
Educational Qualification
- Academic: Must have passed 10th class under the 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Technical: Must have passed the ITI course in the relevant trade from a NCVT or SCVT recognised institution
- The ITI trade must match the trade applied for — you cannot apply for a Welder post with an Electrician ITI
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age as on Date: 5 May 2026
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 10 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
What is the Salary / Stipend for RRC SECR Apprentice 2026?
Trade Apprentices receive a monthly stipend during the one-year training period. The stipend is paid as per the Railway Board’s prevailing rates for first-year apprentices (the exact figure is not printed in the notification but is governed by Railway Board circulars).
- Monthly Stipend: As per Railway Board rules
- Training Period: 1 year for each trade
- Working Place: DRM Office Raipur Division or Wagon Repair Shop Raipur
Important: completion of training does not guarantee any regular employment. Both the apprentice and the employer are free to part ways at the end of the training period.
The apprenticeship is governed by the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1962. A formal apprenticeship contract is signed between the candidate (or guardian, if a minor) and the employer.
What is the Selection Process for RRC SECR Apprentice 2026?
Selection is purely merit-based. There is no written test, no interview, and no skill test. The merit formula is straightforward and printed in the notification:
Merit Formula
Merit = Average of (10th percentage) and (ITI percentage), giving equal weightage to both — as per Railway Establishment Rule 201/2017.
Selection Stages
- Online application via apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Preparation of trade-wise merit list (average of 10th % and ITI %)
- Document Verification (DV) for shortlisted candidates
- Medical Examination by a Government-authorised Doctor
- Signing of the Apprenticeship Contract (guardian to sign if candidate is minor)
Candidates can also explore the latest Railway Jobs for parallel options.
How to Apply Online for RRC SECR Apprentice 2026?
Before starting, keep ready: 10th mark sheet (with 50%+), ITI mark sheet & certificate, caste/EWS/PwBD certificate (Annexure-B/C/E/G in Central Govt format), Aadhaar, recent passport-size photo and signature.
- Visit apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and register/login as a candidate
- Verify your Aadhaar on the portal
- Search for SECR Raipur Division (Estt. No. E05202200048) or Wagon Repair Shop Raipur (Estt. No. E11152200001) and select your trade
- Upload soft copies of all certificates, photo, signature and category proofs
- SC/ST/OBC candidates must upload caste certificate in Central Govt format only
- Submit the application before 4 June 2026, 23:59 hrs
- Save and print the submitted application for your record
There is no offline mode. Hard copies should NOT be sent to the Raipur office.
RRC SECR Apprentice 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Issue Date | 5 May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 5 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 4 June 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 5 May 2026 |
| Document Verification | To be intimated |
| Medical Examination | To be intimated |
RRC SECR Apprentice 2026 — Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | As governed by apprenticeshipindia.gov.in portal |
The notification PDF does not specify a fee figure — any fee, if charged, is governed by the apprenticeshipindia.gov.in portal at the time of submission. Most Railway apprentice openings are free; check the portal during application.
RRC SECR Apprentice 2026 — Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF (English)
- Download Official Notification PDF (Hindi)
- Apply Online for RRC SECR Apprentice 2026
- Visit SECR Recruitment Page
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Chhattisgarh Govt Jobs
If you are an ITI pass-out from Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha or any neighbouring state, don’t miss this opportunity — 1,644 posts are rare and the merit-only selection means no exam stress. Apply on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in before 4 June 2026. Stay connected with GovtJobsAlert.in for more Railway Jobs and 10th Pass Govt Jobs updates.