The South East Central Railway, Bilaspur Division has officially released a notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices for the 2026-27 session under the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1962. A total of 1,191 vacancies have been announced across 19 designated trades within the Bilaspur Division. The online application process commenced on May 12, 2026, and will remain open until June 11, 2026, at 11:59 pm through the official apprenticeship portal.
Trade-wise Vacancy Breakdown
Among all trades, COPA offers the highest number of vacancies with 350 posts, followed by Fitter with 223 posts and Electrician with 206 posts. Wireman accounts for 125 vacancies, while Painter has 41 posts and Mech (RAC) has 40 vacancies. Carpenter has 38 vacancies and Steno (English) has 36 posts. Other notified trades include Plumber with 30 vacancies, Steno (Hindi) with 25, Welder with 20, and Track Machine/BSP with 17 vacancies. Draftsman (Civil) has 12 vacancies, Diesel Mechanic has eight posts, while Elect (Mech), Machinist, SMW, Turner, and Chemical Laboratory Assistant each have four vacancies.
Category-wise Reservation
The category-wise breakup includes 476 posts for UR candidates, 115 for EWS, 317 for OBC, 180 for SC, and 86 for ST candidates. Additionally, 115 vacancies are reserved for Ex.SM candidates and 45 for PWD candidates.
Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process
Candidates applying for the apprentice posts must have passed Class 10 with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks along with an ITI qualification in the relevant trade. The age limit prescribed for applicants is 15 to 24 years as of June 11, 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules. The merit list will be prepared based on the marks secured in Matriculation and ITI examinations, with equal weightage given to both qualifications. The notification emphasizes that candidates must correctly fill in their Class 10 and ITI marks while completing the application form, failing which the application may be rejected automatically. No application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment process.
Important Dates and Links
- Application Start Date: May 12, 2026
- Application End Date: June 11, 2026 (11:59 pm)
- Direct link to check and download the RRC SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification: Available on the official apprenticeship portal.
- Direct link to apply online: Available on the official apprenticeship portal.
Selected candidates will undergo one year of apprenticeship training and receive a stipend as per the rules prescribed by the Government of Chhattisgarh.
