RRC SECR Recruitment 2026 | Trade Apprentice | 1644 Vacancies | Closing Date – 04.06.2026 | @ secr.indianrailways.gov.in
SECR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026: South East Central Railway has recently released a recruitment notification 2026 for filling 1644 posts. As per the notification, these vacancies are for Trade Apprentice (Act Apprenticeship) posts in Raipur Division and Wagon Repair Shop. Aspirants who are looking for railway jobs across India should make use of this excellent opportunity.
The officials of the South East Central Railway have invited applications through the online mode only. Therefore, eligible and interested candidates can apply through the official website. The online application process began on 05th May 2026 and will end on 04th June 2026. Individuals can read this article till the end for detailed information on Eligibility, Age Limit, Selection Process, Application Fee, Online Form, Notification Link, Application Link, and more. The SECR Trade Apprentice application form will be available online on the official website @ secr.indianrailways.gov.in.
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Overview of South East Central Railway Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Organization Name | South East Central Railway (SECR), Raipur Division |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice (Act Apprenticeship) |
| No.of Posts | 1644 |
| Application Starting Date | 05th May 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 04th June 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Email (Online) |
| Category | Central Government Jobs |
| Job Location | Chhattisgarh & Madhya Pradesh |
| Selection Process | Merit List, Document Verification & Medical Examination |
| Official Website | secr.indianrailways.gov.in |
SECR Trade Apprentice – Job Vacancy Details
DRM Office, Raipur Division
| Post Name | Total |
| Welder (Gas & Elect.) | 262 |
| Turner | 28 |
| Fitter | 406 |
| Electrician | 337 |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | 10 |
| Stenographer (English) | 11 |
| Health & Sanitary Inspector | 25 |
| COPA | 81 |
| Machinist | 14 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 97 |
| Mechanic Ref. & AC | 26 |
| Blacksmith | 2 |
| Hammerman | 1 |
| Mason | 2 |
| Pipe Line Fitter | 2 |
| Carpenter | 6 |
| Painter | 6 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 47 |
| Wagon Repair Shop, Raipur | |
| Fitter | 110 |
| Welder | 110 |
| Machinist | 18 |
| Turner | 15 |
| Electrician | 18 |
| COPA | 8 |
| Stenographer (English) | 1 |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | 1 |
| Total | 1644 |
Educational Qualifications – SECR Trade Apprentice Job 2026
As per the SECR official notification, candidates must have completed 10th/Matriculation under 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks along with ITI in the relevant trade from a recognized institution. Candidates must already possess the required qualifications on the date of notification. Candidates awaiting results are not eligible to apply.
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Selection Process
As per the SECR Recruitment Notification, candidates for the above-mentioned posts will be selected based on:
- Merit List Preparation
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Merit List Formula
- 10th Marks Weightage – 50%
- ITI Marks Weightage – 50%
Salary
As per the Apprenticeship Rules, selected candidates will receive stipend during the training period.
- Graduate Apprenticeship Training Duration – 1 Year
- Stipend will be paid as per Railway Board norms
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Age Relaxation
- OBC Candidates: 3 years
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 years
- PwBD Candidates: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 10 years
Steps to Apply for SECR Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Complete registration on the Apprenticeship India Portal.
- Navigate to the SECR Apprentice Recruitment section.
- Open the Trade Apprentice Recruitment Notification and check the eligibility criteria.
- Verify the last date before starting the application process.
- Fill in the online application form carefully without errors.
- Upload required documents including photograph, signature, 10th marksheet, ITI certificate, caste/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable).
- Submit the form on or before 04th June 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
