RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The Railway Recruitment Cell, East Coast Railway (RRC/BBS) has officially issued an employment notification (Advt. No. ECOR/Pers/ RRC/ Act Apprentice/ 2026-27) inviting online applications for engagement as Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 1599 apprenticeship slots across various divisions and workshops, including Carriage Repair Workshop (Mancheswar), Khurda Road, Sambalpur, Rayagada (RGDA), and Headquarters, are open for recruitment for the year 2026-27. The RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on 21/08/2026, with the online application window opening on 26/08/2026 at 17:00 hrs and closing on 15/09/2026 at 17:00 hrs.
This central recruitment drive offers trade apprentice opportunities for candidates holding a Matriculation certificate alongside an ITI qualification in designated trades. Candidates looking for engagement in Indian Railways can read through the detailed eligibility requirements, trade-wise vacancy distribution, stipend guidelines, and step-by-step application procedures below before registering.
RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, East Coast Railway (RRC ECOR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Advt. No. | ECOR/ Pers/ RRC/ Act Apprentice/ 2026-27 |
| Total Vacancy | 1599 |
| Notification Date | 21/08/2026 |
| Category | RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification |
| Official Website | rrcbbs.org.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 21/08/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 26/08/2026 @ 17:00 hrs |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15/09/2026 @ 17:00 hrs |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PWD / Female | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 15-24 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 15.09.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Apprentice | 1599 | 10th Pass (with min 50% marks) + ITI Certificate in Relevant Trade |
Physical Standards & Medical Fitness
Candidates shortlisted for Document Verification (DV) are required to submit a Medical Fitness Certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure ‘F’). This certificate must be signed by a Government-authorized (Gazetted) doctor, not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon from a Central or State Government Hospital. The physical standards required include:
- Height: Minimum 137 cm.
- Weight: Minimum 25.4 kg.
- Chest Expansion: Minimum 3.8 cm expansion.
- Visual Acuity: Minimum Standard of Visual Acuity Bee-One ($6/9, 6/12$ with or without glasses).
RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Merit List based on Matriculation (Class 10) Marks Percentage (Min 50% aggregate)
- Document Verification (DV) at East Coast Railway Headquarters
- Submission of Medical Fitness Certificate
How to Apply for RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official portal of the Railway Recruitment Cell, Bhubaneswar at www.rrcbbs.org.in.
- Complete the initial candidate registration with personal details, active email ID, mobile number, and 12-digit Aadhaar number.
- Log in using your credentials and fill out the application form with academic marks, ITI details, and trade/unit preferences.
- Upload required scanned documents including a recent passport-size photograph, signature, 10th mark sheet, and ITI NTC/STC certificates.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 100/- via online mode if applicable.
- Verify all entered details carefully, submit the online form, and download a printout of the final application confirmation for record.
Important Links
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| RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| RRC ECOR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link (From 26.08.2026) | Apply Online |
| East Coast Railway Official Website | RRC BBS |
