SECR Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 1191 Vacancies for ITI Holders
South East Central Railway (SECR) — Ministry of Railways
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The South East Central Railway (SECR) has issued an official recruitment notification for Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice), announcing a total of 1,191 vacancies located in Chhattisgarh. The online application window opens on 12 May 2026 and closes on 11 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold 10th Pass with 50% marks and ITI in relevant trade and be within the prescribed age limit of 15 to 24 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Stipend as per Chhattisgarh State Government Rules. The selection procedure comprises Merit-based (Average of 10th & ITI marks). For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
📅 South East Central Railway (SECR) Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) Important Dates
| Application Start | 12 May 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
11 Jun 2026
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📋 South East Central Railway (SECR) Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) Eligibility & Overview
| Post Name | Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) |
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| Total Vacancies | 1191 |
| Qualification | 10th Pass with 50% marks and ITI in relevant trade |
| Age Limit | 15 to 24 years |
| Salary | Stipend as per Chhattisgarh State Government Rules |
| Application Fee | No Fee Mentioned |
| Selection Process | Merit-based (Average of 10th & ITI marks) |
Interactive Age & Eligibility Checker
Prescribed Age: 15–24 Years (As on 11 Jun 2026)
📝 South East Central Railway (SECR) Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) Detailed Notification Guide
SECR Bilaspur Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The South East Central Railway (SECR), Personnel Department, Bilaspur Division has released an official notification for the engagement of 1191 Act Apprentices for the year 2026-27. This recruitment is being conducted under the Apprentices Act 1961. Interested candidates who have completed their 10th and ITI in relevant trades are invited to apply online through the official apprenticeship portal.
Vacancy Details: Trade-wise Distribution
A total of 1,191 vacancies are available across various technical trades. Below is the breakdown of the major trades:
- COPA: 350 Posts
- Fitter: 223 Posts
- Electrician: 206 Posts
- Wireman: 125 Posts
- Welder: 20 Posts
- Steno (Hindi/English): 61 Posts
- Other Trades: Carpenter, Painter, Plumber, Machinist, Turner, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Academic: Candidates must have passed the 10th class examination under the 10+2 system or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
- Technical: Must possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institution.
Age Limit (As of 11-06-2026)
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PWD/Ex-Servicemen: 10 years).
Selection Process
The selection will be strictly based on a Merit List. There will be no written examination or interview. The merit list will be prepared by taking the average of the percentage marks obtained in both Matriculation (10th) and ITI, giving equal weightage to both qualifications.
How to Apply for SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Apprenticeship India portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Register yourself if you are a new user.
- Login and search for South East Central Railway, Bilaspur Division.
- Fill in the required details (Ensure only 10th and ITI marks are entered).
- Upload the necessary documents, including a recent photograph and signature.
- Submit the application form before the deadline of 11th June 2026.
Important Instructions
- Do not enter higher qualifications than ITI, as it may lead to rejection.
- Ensure that names in 10th certificates, ITI certificates, Aadhaar, and PAN cards are identical to avoid rejection during document verification.
- The apprenticeship training period is one year.