At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 1191 Posts
- Post Name
- Trade Apprentice
- Eligibility
- Class 10th (50%) + ITI
- Application Last Date
- 11 June 2026
- Application Start Date
- 12 May 2026
- Conducting Body
- South East Central Railway (SECR)
- Salary
- ₹7,000 – ₹8,050 / month (Stipend)
Quick Summary
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) South East Central Railway, Bilaspur has announced 1191 Trade Apprentice vacancies for 2026. Apply online between 12 May and 11 June 2026.
South East Central Railway (SECR), headquartered in Bilaspur, is one of the high-revenue generating zones of the Indian Railways, covering significant industrial and coal-producing regions. Its official recruitment and information portal is secr.indianrailways.gov.in.
RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026 – Overview
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South East Central Railway (SECR) has commenced its massive 2026 engagement drive for Trade Apprentices. A total of 1191 vacancies are available specifically within the Bilaspur Division. Eligible candidates holding a Class 10 pass certificate along with an ITI in the relevant trade can submit their applications via the national apprenticeship portal from 12 May 2026 to 11 June 2026. In a significant administrative update, the SECR has entirely waived the application fee, allowing candidates from all categories to apply free of charge.
| Recruitment Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | South East Central Railway (SECR) |
| Division | Bilaspur Division |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1191 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online (NAPS Portal) |
| Application Start Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹0 (No Fee for any category) |
| Min. Qualification | Class 10th (50%) + ITI |
| Selection Process | Merit List (No Written Exam) |
| Official Portal | secr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Source: Official SECR Bilaspur Act Apprentice Notification 2026-27, South East Central Railway. Download PDF
RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026 – Important Dates & Schedule
Candidates must ensure their applications are registered on the NAPS portal before the closing date. The Railway Recruitment Cell does not conduct a written examination for this drive; selections are entirely merit-based.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Begins | 12 May 2026 | Started |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 June 2026 | Upcoming |
| Release of Merit List | To be announced | |
| Document Verification | To be announced |
RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026 – Application Fee
In a departure from regular railway recruitments, the RRC SECR has waived all processing and application fees for this apprenticeship cycle.
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹0 (Nil) |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0 (Nil) |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | ₹0 (Nil) |
RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for the SECR apprenticeship is strictly governed by age limitations and educational consistency. The cutoff date for determining the age limit is 11 June 2026.
Age Limit
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 15 Years | 24 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 15 Years | 27 Years (+3 Years) |
| SC / ST | 15 Years | 29 Years (+5 Years) |
| PwBD (Divyang) | 15 Years | 34 Years (+10 Years) |
Educational & Technical Qualification
| Post Name | Minimum Educational Requirement |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice |
• Must have passed the Class 10th (Matriculation) examination under the 10+2 system with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board. • Must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training) or SCVT (State Council for Vocational Training). |
RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026 – What Selected Candidates Should Know
Candidates selected for the RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice program will undergo a strictly mandated one-year technical training period inside Railway divisions, workshops, and production units. During this period, candidates will be paid a monthly stipend as governed by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) directives under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Depending on the trade (1-year ITI vs 2-year ITI), the stipend typically ranges between ₹7,000 and ₹8,050 per month. Apprentices do not receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), or Railway passes/PTOs.
The selection process completely bypasses written examinations. A central merit list is prepared by averaging the percentage of marks obtained by the candidate in both Matriculation (with minimum 50% aggregate marks) and the ITI examination. Equal weightage is given to both. Candidates who make the cut-off must appear for intensive Document Verification (DV) where their educational certificates, NCVT/SCVT credentials, and medical fitness certificates (signed by a Government authorized doctor) are rigorously checked.
It is vital for applicants to understand that this is a training program, not a permanent job. The South East Central Railway is not obligated to offer regular employment upon the completion of the training. However, the completion certificate holds massive value: under current Railway Board guidelines, trained Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAA) are entitled to a 20% horizontal reservation in direct recruitment for Level-1 (Group D) posts, along with weightage given to their NCVT exam marks and exemption from the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
How to Fill RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Online Form 2026 – Step by Step
Applications are processed centrally through the Government of India's apprenticeship portal. Follow these exact steps:
- Register on NAPS Portal: Before applying for SECR, candidates must register themselves on the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Complete Profile: Generate your registration number, log in, and complete your profile to 100% by uploading your Aadhaar, bank details, and educational documents.
- Search for Establishment: Go to the 'Apprenticeship Opportunities' tab and search for the establishment name: "DRM Office SECR Bilaspur".
- Select Trade & Apply: Choose your specific ITI trade from the listed opportunities under the Bilaspur division and click 'Apply'.
- Check Status: Since there is no application fee, your application is submitted immediately. You can check your application status under your profile dashboard.
- Print Registration: Keep a printout of your apprenticeshipindia profile and application summary, as it will be demanded during document verification.
Registration Open: 12 May 2026 | Closes: 11 June 2026
RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Apply Online (NAPS Portal) | Click Here to Register |
| Apply Online (RRC Raipur Apprentices) | Apply For Raipur Division |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| SECR Official Portal | secr.indianrailways.gov.in |
