East Coast Railway Assistant Loco Pilot, Junior Engineer and More – 1421 Posts Recruitment 2026 – 1421 Vacancies | Apply Online
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🚂 East Coast Railway
General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026
Recruitment Notification 2026 | All India
⚡ At a Glance
- Vacancies1421
- QualificationAny Graduate, B.Sc, Diploma, ITI, 12TH
- Application FeeSee notification
- Last Date14-09-2026
East Coast Railway has released an official recruitment notification for the post of General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026. A total of 1421 vacancies have been announced for this railway recruitment 2026. Candidates who have completed Any Graduate, B.Sc, Diploma, ITI, 12TH from a recognized university or institution are eligible to apply. The last date to submit the online application is 14-09-2026. Read below for complete details on eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply for this East Coast Railway recruitment.
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📋 Recruitment Overview
OrganizationEast Coast Railway
Post NameGeneral Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026
Advertisement No.ECoR/Pers/RRC-GDCE/2026
Total Vacancies1421
SalaryAs Per Norms
Apply Start DateTo Be Announced
Last Date to Apply14-09-2026
Employment TypeRegular / As Per Notification
CategoryRailway
Apply ModeOnline
LocationAll India
👥 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Loco Pilot | 1046 (UR-495, SC-197, ST-104, OBC-250) |
| Station Master | 12 (UR-7, SC-2, ST-1, OBC-2) |
| Goods Trains Manager | 284 (UR-134, SC-47, ST-24, OBC-79) |
| Junior Engineer | 22 (UR-14, SC-2, ST-2, OBC-4, incl. 1 PwBD) |
| Technicians (various trades) | 51 (UR-27, SC-7, ST-3, OBC-14) |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 4 (UR-1, SC-1, ST-1, OBC-1) |
| Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) |
| Total | 1421 |
🎓 Eligibility & Requirements
Educational Qualification
Any Graduate, B.Sc, Diploma, ITI, 12TH
📅 Important Dates & Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 14-09-2026 |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the recruiting organization.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Career section on the homepage.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026. Direct Apply Link.
- If you are a new user, click on New Registration to create your account with a valid email and mobile number.
- Log in with your credentials and fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee through the prescribed online payment mode.
- Review all the details carefully, submit the application, and take a printout for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
📑 Additional Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), East Coast Railway, Bhubaneswar |
| Notification Number | ECoR/Pers/RRC-GDCE/2026 |
| Posts | Assistant Loco Pilot, Station Master, Goods Trains Manager, Junior Engineer, Technicians, Junior Clerk cum Typist, Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector |
| Who Can Apply | Regular ECoR employees (excluding RPF/RPSF) with lien in ECoR/erstwhile Waltair division/SCoR |
| Application Start Date | 15.08.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 14.09.2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | www.rrcbbs.org.in |
| Event | Date |
| Date Of Publication On Rrc/Bhubaneswar Website | 07.08.2026 |
| Opening Date For Online Registration | 15.08.2026 |
| Closing Date For Online Registration | 14.09.2026 |
| S. No. | Post Name |
| 1 | Assistant Loco Pilot |
| 2 | Station Master |
| 3 | Goods Trains Manager |
| 4 | Junior Engineer |
| 5 | Technicians (various trades) |
| 6 | Junior Clerk cum Typist |
| 7 | Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector |
| Grand Total | 1421 (UR-679, SC-256, ST-135, OBC-351, PwBD-1) |
| Post | Minimum Qualification |
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in a relevant trade, OR Matriculation/SSLC + Act Apprenticeship in a relevant trade, OR 3-year Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering |
| Station Master | Degree from a recognized university or its equivalent |
| Goods Trains Manager | Degree from a recognized university or its equivalent |
| Junior Engineer (Various Disciplines) | 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics, as applicable), or B.Sc. Engineering of 3-year duration for Civil posts |
| Technicians (Various Trades) | Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade, OR Matriculation/SSLC + Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade (trade varies by post – Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, etc.) |
| Junior Clerk Cum Typist | 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks (relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD and higher-qualified candidates); typing proficiency in English/Hindi on computer required |
| Commercial Clerk Cum Ticket Collector | 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks (relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD and higher-qualified candidates) |
| Junior Engineer | CBT (120 min, 150 questions) |
| Technicians | CBT (90 min, 100 questions) |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
⚠️ Important Notes:
- Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.
- Do not pay any money to middlemen or agents for government job applications.
- Keep printed copies of all submitted documents and application receipts.
- Check the official website regularly for updates, corrigendum, and corrections.
- Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification PDF carefully before filling out the application form.
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