SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by South East Central Railway (SECR) for the recruitment of 1079 Apprentice vacancies in Nagpur Division and Motibagh Workshop for the session 2026-27. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for ITI pass candidates who are looking to build a career in the Indian Railways through apprenticeship training. The online application process started on 19 May 2026 and interested candidates can apply through the official Apprenticeship India portal before the last date, 18 June 2026. According to the official notification, vacancies are available in various trades such as Electrician, COPA, Fitter, Welder, Carpenter, Plumber, Painter, Wireman, Stenographer, Mechanic Diesel, Electronics Mechanic, Machinist, Turner, Mason, Cable Jointer, and more. Candidates who have passed Class 10th with at least 50% marks along with an ITI certificate in the relevant trade are eligible to apply for these posts. The minimum age required is 15 years and the maximum age limit is 24 years as on 19 May 2026, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
Important Details
Information
Organization Name
South East Central RailwaySECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Post Name
Apprentice
Total Vacancies
1079 Posts
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
Nagpur Division & Motibagh Workshop
Starting Date to Apply
19 May 2026
Last Date to Apply
18 June 2026
Age Limit
15 to 24 Years
Educational Qualification
10th Pass + ITI in Relevant Trade
Selection Process
Merit Based
Written Exam
Not Conducted
Interview
Not Conducted
Training Duration
1 Year
Application Fee
No Fee Mentioned
Official Website
apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Organization Name: South East Central Railway (SECR)
Post Name: SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Total Vacancies: 1079 Posts
Job Location: Nagpur Division & Motibagh Workshop
Application Mode: Online
Training Duration: 1 Year
Division-wise Vacancy Details
Nagpur Division
Total Posts: 977
Motibagh Workshop
Total Posts: 102
Major Trade-wise Vacancies
Health Sanitary Inspector – 5 Posts
Electrician – 285 Posts
COPA – 171 Posts
Mechanic Diesel – 124 Posts
Fitter – 134 Posts
Wireman – 46 Posts
Painter – 48 Posts
Carpenter – 51 Posts
Plumber – 33 Posts
Welder – 28 Posts
Electronics Mechanic – 21 Posts
Cable Jointer – 21 Posts
Machinist – 17 Posts
Mason – 16 Posts
Stenographer (English) – 28 Posts
Stenographer (Hindi) – 11 Posts
Turner – 9 Posts
Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance – 23 Posts
Digital Photographer – 2 Posts
Driver-cum-Mechanic – 2 Posts
Dental Laboratory Technician – 1 Post
Hospital Waste Management Technician – 3 Posts
SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Minimum Age: 15 Years
Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age Calculation Date
Age will be calculated as on 19 May 2026.
Age Relaxation
SC/ST Candidates: 5 Years Relaxation
OBC Candidates: 3 Years Relaxation
PWBD Candidates: 10 Years Relaxation
Ex-Servicemen: 10 Years Relaxation
Date of Birth Criteria
UR Candidates: Born between 19 May 2002 to 19 May 2011
OBC Candidates: Born between 19 May 1999 to 19 May 2011
SC/ST Candidates: Born between 19 May 1997 to 19 May 2011
PWBD/Ex-Servicemen: Born between 19 May 1992 to 19 May 2011
SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Education and Qualification
Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training in any organization are not eligible to apply again.
Candidates must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Minimum required marks in 10th class: 50% Aggregate Marks.
Applicants must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade.
ITI certificate should be issued by:
NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training), or
SCVT (State Council for Vocational Training).
Candidates must carefully enter both 10th marks and ITI marks while filling the online application form.
Applications with missing 10th or ITI marks may be rejected automatically.
Engineering Graduates and Diploma Holders are not eligible for this apprenticeship recruitment.
Job Criteria – SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Previous Apprenticeship Holders: Not Eligible to Apply Again
Recruitment Type: Apprentice Training
Organization: South East Central Railway (SECR)
Training Location: Nagpur Division & Motibagh Workshop
Application Mode: Online
Selection Process: Merit-Based
Written Exam: Not Conducted
Interview: Not Conducted
Merit Preparation: Based on 10th and ITI Marks
Minimum 10th Marks Required: 50% Aggregate
Required Qualification: ITI Certificate in Relevant Trade
Training Duration: 1 Year
Stipend: As per Apprenticeship Rules
Medical Fitness: Mandatory for Selected Candidates
Document Verification: Required
Job Type: Railway Apprenticeship Training
Experience Required: No Prior Experience Needed
Accommodation Facility: Not Provided by Railway
Eligible Candidates: ITI Pass Candidates Only
Engineering Graduates/Diploma Holders: Not Eligible
Selection Process – SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Final selection will be confirmed after successful document and medical verification.
Selection will be based on a Merit List.
No Written Examination will be conducted.
No Interview will be conducted.
Merit list will be prepared using:
10th Class Marks
ITI Marks in Relevant Trade
Candidates must have at least 50% marks in Matriculation.
Higher marks in 10th and ITI will improve selection chances.
In case of equal marks:
Older candidate will get preference.
If age is also same, candidate who passed 10th earlier will be preferred.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for:
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Salary – SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
No additional allowances or accommodation facilities will be provided by Railway.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend during the apprenticeship training period.
Stipend will be paid as per the Apprenticeship Rules and Railway norms.
SECR has not mentioned the exact stipend amount in the official notification.
Apprentices will receive stipend according to the trade and government apprenticeship guidelines.
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