SECR RRC Bilaspur Various Trade Apprentices 2026: Apply Online for 1191 Posts
South East Central Railway (SECR), Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) Bilaspur has released the official notification for the engagement of Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961 for the year 2026-27. This is a golden opportunity for candidates who have completed their 10th class and ITI.
The SECR has announced a massive recruitment drive with a total of 1191 vacancies available in the Bilaspur Division and Wagon Repair Shop (WRS) Raipur. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the official apprenticeship portal starting from Mid-May 2026.
🚀 Quick Alert: The online application link is now active. Candidates are advised to read the complete notification for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026 carefully before applying to avoid form rejection. There is no written exam; selection is purely merit-based.
Recruitment Overview
| Organization Name | South East Central Railway (SECR), RRC Bilaspur |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice (Various Trades) |
| Total Vacancies | 1191 Posts |
| Advt No. | SECR/BSP/Apprentice/2026-27 |
| Job Category | Railway Apprentice Jobs 2026 |
| Selection Process | Merit List (Based on 10th & ITI Marks) |
| Official Website | secr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
Keep track of the following crucial dates for the SECR RRC Bilaspur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 to ensure you do not miss the deadline:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Starting Date to Apply Online | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 June 2026 (till 23:59 Hrs) |
| Merit List Release Date | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification (DV) | August 2026 |
Application Fee Details
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: ₹ 0/- (Nil)
- Payment Mode: Pay the examination fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI fee mode only.
Age Limit Criteria (As of 01.07.2026)
To apply for the SECR Trade Apprentice posts, candidates must meet the following age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
- Age Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxable by 05 years for SC/ST candidates, 03 years for OBC candidates, and 10 years for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates as per Govt. rules.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
The candidate must possess the required educational qualifications as of the date of the notification:
- 10th Class Passed: Candidates must have passed the 10th class examination or its equivalent (under the 10+2 examination system) with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from recognized Board.
- ITI Certificate: Must also possess an ITI pass certificate in the relevant trade granted by the NCVT/SCVT.
SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Vacancy Details (1191 Posts)
The 1191 vacancies are distributed across various trades in the Bilaspur Division. Below is a tentative breakdown of the major trades:
| Trade Name | Division / Workshop | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter, Electrician, Welder, COPA, Stenographer (Eng/Hindi), Machinist, Turner, Wireman, etc. | DRM Office, Bilaspur Division | 733 Posts |
| Fitter, Welder, Machinist, Turner, Electrician, etc. | Wagon Repair Shop (WRS), Raipur | 458 Posts |
| Grand Total | 1191 Posts | |
*Note: For detailed category-wise (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) vacancy distribution, please refer to the official notification PDF.
Selection Process
The selection will be strictly based on a Merit List. There will be NO written examination or interview. The merit list will be prepared taking the average of the percentage of marks obtained by the candidates in both Matriculation (with minimum 50% aggregate marks) and ITI examination giving equal weightage to both.
How to Apply Online for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
Follow these simple steps to fill out the online application form:
- Visit the official apprenticeship portal of the Government of India: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Register yourself by clicking on “Candidate Registration” and fill in your basic details to generate a registration number.
- Login using your credentials and complete your profile by uploading your photo, signature, 10th mark sheet, and ITI certificate.
- Search for the establishment “DRM OFFICE SECR BILASPUR” or relevant WRS Raipur establishment.
- Select your relevant trade and click on the “Apply” button.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the official payment gateway.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference during Document Verification.