South East Central Railway (SECR), Bilaspur Division has announced 1191 Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) vacancies for 2026-27. Applications are online only on the Apprenticeship India portal from 12-05-2026 to 11-06-2026. Eligibility requires 10th pass and relevant ITI; age should be between 15 and 24 years as on 11-06-2026 with applicable relaxations. Selection is by merit (average of Matriculation and ITI marks, equal weightage). Apprenticeship duration is one year and stipend will be paid as per Chhattisgarh state rules.
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Vacancy Details
- Carpenter: 38 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 4
- PWD: 2
- COPA (325 Divn. + 25 HQ/Const): 350 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 35
- PWD: 14
- Draftsman (Civil): 12 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 1
- PWD: 0
- Electrician: 206 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 21
- PWD: 8
- Elect (Mech): 4 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 0
- PWD: 0
- Fitter: 223 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 22
- PWD: 9
- Machinist: 4 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 0
- PWD: 0
- Painter: 41 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 4
- PWD: 2
- Plumber: 30 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 3
- PWD: 1
- Mech (RAC): 40 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 4
- PWD: 2
- SMW: 4 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 0
- PWD: 0
- Steno (Eng) (21 Divn. + 15 HQ/Const.): 36 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 4
- PWD: 1
- Steno (Hindi) (15 Divn. + 10HQ/Const.): 25 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 2
- PWD: 1
- Diesel Mechanic: 8 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 1
- PWD: 0
- Turner: 4 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 0
- PWD: 0
- Welder: 20 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 2
- PWD: 0
- Wireman: 125 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 12
- PWD: 5
- Chemical Laboratory Asstt.: 4 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 0
- PWD: 0
- Track Machine/BSP: 17 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass and ITI in relevant trade- Ex-Servicemen: 0
- PWD: 0
Qualification Requirements
Must have passed 10th class examination under 10+2 system or its equivalent and must have passed ITI course in relevant trade from a recognized institution. Only 10th and ITI marks should be filled on the portal.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Selection Process
- Merit List: Selection is based on a merit list prepared by taking the average of percentage marks in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI, giving equal weightage to both.
- Document Verification: Candidates called from the merit list must produce original testimonials for verification; failure to produce originals will cancel candidature.
- Medical (if required): Selected candidates may be asked to bring a medical certificate signed by a Government authorized doctor (not below rank of Asstt. Surgeon of Central/State Hospital) at the time of document verification.
- Apprenticeship Contract: Selected candidates (or guardian if minor) must enter into a contract of apprenticeship with the employer.
How to Apply
- Visit https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and apply online between 12-05-2026 and 11-06-2026 (till 23:59 hrs).
- Fill personal details and enter only Matriculation (10th) and ITI marks in the qualification section.
- Upload scanned passport size color photograph, scanned signature and necessary educational/technical documents.
- If EWS/Ex-Serviceman option is not available on the portal, apply under actual category and send/submit EWS/Ex-Serviceman certificate physically to the office.
- Do not send any physical copy of the application to the office; apply online and keep originals ready for verification.
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- Last Date for Online Application:
- Age Calculated As On:
- Notification Published:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the educational qualifications required to apply?
Candidates must have passed 10th class under the 10+2 system and must have passed an ITI course in the relevant trade from a recognized institution. Only 10th and ITI marks should be filled on the portal; other higher qualifications must not be entered.
How do I apply for the SECR Act Apprentice vacancies?
Applications must be submitted online only through https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in between 12-05-2026 and 11-06-2026. Applicants must upload a passport size color photograph, scanned signature and necessary educational/technical documents.
What is the last date to apply for these apprenticeships?
The last date to submit online applications is 11-06-2026 (till 23:59 hrs).
How will candidates be selected for the apprenticeship?
Selection is based on a merit list prepared by averaging the percentage marks in Matriculation (minimum 50% aggregate) and ITI, with equal weightage to both. There is no written examination.
What stipend or pay scale is offered to selected apprentices?
Stipend will be paid as per the rules of the State Government of Chhattisgarh during the training period.
