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SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 1,644 Trade Apprentice Positions

The South East Central Railway (SECR) has announced the recruitment of 1,644 Trade Apprentices for the 2026-27 session. Interested candidates can apply online from May 5 to June 4, 2026. This recruitment is for various trades, including Fitter, Electrician, and Welder, with no application fee required. The selection will be based on merit, with no written exam. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying. Read on for detailed information about the application process and important dates.
By Ambika Singh May 8, 2026, 10:41 IST

Overview of SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026



SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The South East Central Railway (SECR) has announced the official recruitment notification for Trade Apprentices (Act Apprenticeship) for the 2026-27 session. A total of 1,644 positions are available for interested and eligible candidates, who can submit their applications online from May 5, 2026, until June 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Division and Post Allocation

This recruitment initiative is specifically for the Raipur Division and the Wagon Repair Shop located in Raipur. The distribution of posts is as follows:






Division Number of Posts
Raipur Division 1,363
Wagon Repair Shop 281


Important Dates

Key Dates:


Applications will only be accepted online through the National Apprenticeship Training Portal (NATP). Candidates do not need to submit a hard copy of their application.



  • Application Start Date: May 05, 2026


  • Application End Date: June 04, 2026



Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have achieved a minimum of 50% marks in their 10th Standard (Matriculation) and must have passed the ITI examination in the relevant trade. Note that a score of 49.9% is not considered equivalent to 50%.


The age limit for applicants is set between 15 to 24 years as of May 05, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided to candidates from reserved categories in accordance with applicable regulations.

Available Trades

Trades Covered:


The recruitment encompasses various trades, including:



  • Fitter


  • Electrician


  • Welder


  • COPA


  • Mechanic


  • Stenographer



The highest number of vacancies are available in the Fitter and Electrician trades, with a significant number also in the Wagon Repair Shop for Fitter and Welder positions. Reservation policies will apply according to Unreserved, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories, along with provisions for Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-Servicemen.


Application Fee

Fee Structure:


There is no application fee required for candidates of any category for this recruitment process.


Selection Process

Selection Method:


No written examination will be held for this recruitment. Selection will be based solely on merit, with the merit list compiled from the average marks obtained in the 10th standard and ITI, each contributing 50% to the final score. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for document verification.

Application Procedure

Steps to Apply:


Candidates must register on the apprenticeshipindia.gov.in portal and upload the required documents, including:



  • Passport-sized photograph


  • Signature


  • 10th Standard Marksheet


  • ITI Certificate


  • Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable)



Ensure eligibility verification before applying, as applications may be rejected for incorrect information or document discrepancies.