RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 1,191 Act Apprentice Vacancies for ITI Pass Candidates, Apply Online
RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026: 1,191 Act Apprentice Posts for 10th + ITI Pass Aspirants
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South East Central Railway, Bilaspur Division, has released the RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for engagement of 1,191 Act Apprentices for the training year 2026-27. This is a fully merit-based zonal railway intake — no written exam — open to candidates who have cleared Class 10 and ITI in any of the 19 trades listed by SECR.
Online registration is fully open at the NAPS portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/) from 12 May 2026 till 11 June 2026 (23:59 hrs). There is no application fee and selection is purely on the average of 10th-class and ITI percentage marks.
Job Overview — RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South East Central Railway (SECR) |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) — 19 Trades |
| Advt. No. | RRC/SECR/Bilaspur/Apprentice/2026-27 |
| Location | Bilaspur Division, Chhattisgarh |
| Apply Mode | Online — apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (NAPS) |
| Vacancies | 1,191 Posts (19 Trades) |
| Stipend | As per Apprentices Act 1961 + Chhattisgarh State rules |
| Last Date | 11 June 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Official Site | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in / secr.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship Training (Not a permanent job) |
- Post Name: Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice)
- Total Vacancies: 1,191 posts across 19 trades
- Stipend: As per Apprentices Act 1961 + State of Chhattisgarh rules
- Job Location: Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh)
- Last Date to Apply: 11 June 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Vacancy Breakdown — RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
The 1,191 apprentice posts span across 19 ITI trades. Top trades by vacancy count:
| ITI Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| COPA | 350 |
| Fitter | 223 |
| Electrician | 206 |
| Wireman | 125 |
| Painter | 41 |
| Mech (RAC) | 40 |
| Carpenter | 38 |
| Steno (English) | 36 |
| Plumber | 30 |
| Steno (Hindi) | 25 |
Eligibility Criteria — RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
Educational Qualification
Two academic conditions must be met together.
- Must have passed Class 10 (Matric) under the 10+2 system or equivalent from a recognised Board
- Must have passed ITI course in the relevant trade from an institute recognised by NCVT / SCVT
- Minimum 50% aggregate in both 10th and ITI is required
- Father’s name and applicant’s name must match across 10th mark-sheet, ITI mark-sheet, Aadhaar and PAN
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years (as on 11.06.2026)
- Maximum Age: 24 years (as on 11.06.2026)
- Born between 11.06.2002 and 11.06.2011 (for UR candidates)
Category-wise relaxation: SC / ST — 5 years, OBC — 3 years, PwBD / Ex-Servicemen — 10 years.
What is the Salary / Stipend for RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
The stipend will be paid as per the rules of the State Government of Chhattisgarh under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- Stipend: As per Apprentices Act + Chhattisgarh State Government rules
- Training Duration: 1 year (each trade)
- TA / DA: Not payable
What is the Selection Process for RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
There is no written examination. Selection is purely merit-based:
Calculate average of percentage marks in Class 10 (50%) + ITI (50%)
Prepare merit list separately for each trade and each category
Document Verification for shortlisted candidates
Medical Examination by a Government-authorised doctor
Documents Required — RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
Keep the following documents scanned and ready before filling the NAPS application form:
- ✓ 10th / Matric Mark-sheet & Certificate
- ✓ 12th Class Certificate (if applicable)
- ✓ ITI Mark-sheet & Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
- ✓ Aadhaar Card (for identity verification)
- ✓ Scanned Passport-size Photograph (recent)
- ✓ Scanned Signature
- ✓ Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- ✓ EWS Income & Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates)
- ✓ NCC Certificate (if applicable)
- ✓ Ex-Serviceman / Disability (PH) Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply Online for RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
Applications are accepted only online through the NAPS portal. No offline submission.
Visit the apprenticeship portal and register / log in using your details.
Fill personal, educational and trade details. Upload scanned passport photo and signature.
Select South East Central Railway, Bilaspur Division as the establishment.
Cross-check your name, father’s name — must match 10th, ITI mark-sheets, Aadhaar and PAN.
Submit before 11 June 2026 (23:59 hrs) and download confirmation slip.
Important Dates — RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
Application Fees — RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee |
There is no application fee for this RRC SECR apprenticeship — making it a fully free opportunity.
Important Links — RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
- Visit South East Central Railway Official Website
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