SECR Raipur Apprentice Vacancy 2026–27: 10th & ITI Pass Candidates Apply Online

Based on the provided sources, here are the details for the South East Central Railway (SECR) apprentice recruitment:

Application Name

The official title is the Engagement for Act Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act-1961 and Apprenticeship Rules-1962 in SECR Raipur Division & Wagon Repair Shop, Raipur for the year 2026-27.

Total Number of Posts

There are a total of 1,644 posts available across two establishments:

• DRM Office, Raipur Division: 1,363 posts.
• Wagon Repair Shop, Raipur: 281 posts.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Must have passed the 10th class examination (under the 10+2 system) or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
• Technical Qualification: Must have passed an I.T.I. course in the relevant trade from a recognised institution.
• Age Limit (as of 05.05.2026): Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years old.
  • Age Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD.
• Important Condition: Candidates must have already passed their qualifications by the notification date (05.05.2026). Those appearing in exams or awaiting results are not eligible.

Dates

• Notification Date: 05 May 2026.
• Application Start Date: 05 May 2026.
• Application Last Date: 04 June 2026 (until 23:59 hrs).

Application Process & How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only; no physical copies will be accepted.

1. Registration: Visit the official portal at https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and register as a candidate.
2. Aadhaar Verification: Candidates must verify their Aadhaar on the portal.
3. Search Establishment: Search for the relevant establishment using the following establishment numbers:
   • DRM Office Raipur Division: E05202200048
   • Wagon Repair Shop Raipur: E11152200001
   • Note: If you wish to be considered for both, you must submit separate applications for each establishment.
4. Select Trade: Choose the trade that matches your ITI certificate exactly.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size colour photograph, signature, and necessary educational/technical certificates.
   • Reserved Categories: SC/ST/OBC candidates must upload a recent caste certificate. OBC candidates must also provide a Non-Creamy Layer certificate not older than one year from the closing date.
6. Submission: Finalise and submit the application before the deadline of 04 June 2026.

Selection Process

Selection is based entirely on a merit list prepared by taking the average of the percentage marks obtained in both Matriculation (10th) and ITI, giving equal weightage to both. There is no written examination for this recruitment.