SECR Apprentice – 1191 Posts Recruitment 2026 – 1191 Vacancies | Apply Online
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📋 South East Central Railway (SECR), Personnel Department, Divisional Railway Manager Office, Bilaspur
Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) – Various Trades
Recruitment Notification 2026 | All India
South East Central Railway (SECR), Personnel Department, Divisional Railway Manager Office, Bilaspur has released an official recruitment notification for the post of Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) – Various Trades. A total of 1191 (including 115 Ex-SM and 45 PWD horizontal) vacancies have been announced for this government recruitment 2026. Candidates who have completed Details from a recognized university or institution are eligible to apply. The last date to submit the online application is 11-06-2026. Read below for complete details on eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply for this South East Central Railway (SECR), Personnel Department, Divisional Railway Manager Office, Bilaspur recruitment.
📋 Recruitment Overview
OrganizationSouth East Central Railway (SECR), Personnel Department, Divisional Railway Manager Office, Bilaspur
Post NameAct Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) – Various Trades
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Total Vacancies1191 (including 115 Ex-SM and 45 PWD horizontal)
SalaryAs Per Norms
Apply Start DateTo Be Announced
Last Date to Apply11-06-2026
Employment TypeRegular / As Per Notification
CategoryGovernment
Apply ModeOnline
LocationAll India
👥 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Carpenter | 38 |
| COPA (325 Divn. + 25 HQ/Const) | 350 |
| Draftsman (Civil) | 12 |
| Electrician | 206 |
| Elect (Mech) | 4 |
| Fitter | 223 |
| Machinist | 4 |
| Painter | 41 |
| Plumber | 30 |
| Mech (RAC) | 40 |
| SMW | 4 |
| Steno (Eng) (21 Divn. + 15 HQ/Const.) | 36 |
| Steno (Hindi) (15 Divn. + 10HQ/Const.) | 25 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 8 |
| Turner | 4 |
| Welder | 20 |
| Wireman | 125 |
| Chemical Laboratory Asstt. | 4 |
| Track Machine/BSP | 17 |
| 1191 | 115 |
| UR | 11-06-2002 to 11-06-2011 |
| SC | 11-06-1997 to 11-06-2011 |
| ST | 11-06-1997 to 11-06-2011 |
| OBC | 11-06-1999 to 11-06-2011 |
| PWD / Ex-Servicemen | 11-06-1992 to 11-06-2011 |
| Total | 1191 (including 115 Ex-SM and 45 PWD horizontal) |
🎓 Eligibility & Requirements
Educational Qualification
Details
📅 Important Dates & Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 11-06-2026 |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the recruiting organization.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Career section on the homepage.
- Find and click on the “Apply Online” link for Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) – Various Trades.
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | P/विलासपुर/भर्ती/एक्ट अप्रेंटिस/2026-27/E-176508 dated 12-05-2026 |
| Act / Rules | Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1962 |
| Apprenticeship Period | 1 Year for each trade |
| Stipend | As per rules of State Government of Chhattisgarh (paid during training period) |
| Application Mode | Online only (via https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) |
| Selection Mode | Merit List (average % marks of Matriculation + ITI with equal weightage to both) |
| Official Website | https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
| Opening Of Online Application | 12-05-2026 |
| Last Date For Online Application | 11-06-2026 (till 23:59 hrs) |
| Age Calculated As On | 11-06-2026 |
| Srl. No. | Trade |
| 1 | Carpenter |
| 2 | COPA (325 Divn. + 25 HQ/Const) |
| 3 | Draftsman (Civil) |
| 4 | Electrician |
| 5 | Elect (Mech) |
| 6 | Fitter |
| 7 | Machinist |
| 8 | Painter |
| 9 | Plumber |
| 10 | Mech (RAC) |
| 11 | SMW |
| 12 | Steno (Eng) (21 Divn. + 15 HQ/Const.) |
| 13 | Steno (Hindi) (15 Divn. + 10HQ/Const.) |
| 14 | Diesel Mechanic |
| 15 | Turner |
| 16 | Welder |
| 17 | Wireman |
| 18 | Chemical Laboratory Asstt. |
| 19 | Track Machine/BSP |
| Total | 1191 |
| Academic | Must have passed 10th class examination under 10+2 system or its equivalent. |
| Technical | Must have passed ITI course in relevant trades from a recognized institution. |
| Merit Criteria | Details |
| Basis | Average of % marks in Matriculation (min. 50% aggregate) and ITI, with equal weightage to both |
| Medical | Selected candidates may be asked to bring a medical certificate at the time of document verification (signed by Government authorized Doctor Gazetted, not below rank of Asstt. Surgeon of Central/State Hospital) |
| Contract | Selected candidates (or guardian if minor) must enter into a contract of apprenticeship with the employer |
| Apprenticeship Duration | 1 year for each trade |
| Post-Training Obligation | It is not obligatory for the employer to offer employment after training completion, nor for the apprentice to accept any employment, if offered. Training will be terminated after completion of apprenticeship. |
| Job Openings | Last Date |
| Trade Apprentice Jobs – 1,644 Posts | 04-06-2026 |
❓ 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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