SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Q: Q 1: Is there any application fee for General category candidates?

No. There is no application fee for any category , including General, OBC, SC, ST, and female candidates

Q: Q 2: Will there be a written exam for SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

No, there is no written exam. Selection is purely based on the merit list prepared from your 10th and ITI marks

Q: Q 3: What if I have 49.9% marks in my 10th standard? Can I apply?

No. The minimum requirement is strictly 50% aggregate marks in Matriculation. 49.9% will not be rounded off to 50%

Q: Q 4: Are diploma holders or engineering graduates eligible to apply?

No. Diploma holders and engineering graduates are not eligible to apply for Act Apprentice posts under this scheme

Q: Q 5: I have an ITI certificate but not in the trade I want to apply for. Am I eligible?

No. Your ITI certificate must be in the relevant trade for which you are applying. For example, Fitter trade ITI is required for Fitter apprentice posts

Q: Q 6: What is the last date to apply for SECR Nagpur Apprentice 2026?

The last date to submit online applications is 18th June 2026 (23:59 hrs)

Q: Q 10: Is this apprenticeship a permanent railway job?

No. This is an Act Apprenticeship for a fixed duration (one year) of training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. While it is not a permanent job, it provides invaluable government work experience and a nationally recognized certificate, which can help in securing future railway recruitments.

SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 The South East Central Railway (SECR), Nagpur Division and Motibagh Workshop, has officially announced a massive recruitment drive for Act Apprentices for the training session 2026-27. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who have completed their 10th standard (Matriculation) along with an ITI (NCVT/SCVT) certificate in the relevant trade. With a total of 1,079 vacancies across various trades,

Application and Examination Name/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Name of Recruitment: Act Apprentice (Various Trades)
Conducting Body: South East Central Railway (SECR), RRC Nagpur Division & Motibagh Workshop
Total Posts: 1079

Important Dates/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	19th May 2026
Online Application Start Date	19th May 2026
Online Application Last Date	18th June 2026 (23:59 hrs)
Fee Payment Last Date	18th June 2026 (No application fee, so N/A)
Admit Card Release Date	To be notified by the recruiting body
Merit List / Result Date	To be notified by the recruiting body

Application Fee/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Category	Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC	NIL / ₹0
SC / ST	NIL / ₹0
All Female Candidates	NIL / ₹0

Educational Qualification/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Requirement	Details
Matriculation (10th Standard)	Passed from a recognized board with minimum 50% aggregate marks.
ITI Certificate	Must possess an ITI (National Trade Certificate) in the relevant trade from an institution approved by NCVT (National Council for Vocational Training) or SCVT (State Council for Vocational Training).
Note	Candidates with 49.9% marks in 10th will not be considered eligible. The minimum is strictly 50%.
Ineligibility	Engineering graduates and diploma holders are NOT eligible to apply under this scheme

Age Limit & Age Relaxation/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Age Limit (as on 19th May 2026)

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
All Categories	15 years	24 years

Age Relaxation (as per government rules)

Category	Relaxation in Upper Age Limit
SC / ST	5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 years
Persons with Disabilities (PwBD)	10 years
Ex-Servicemen	10 years

Total Number of Vacancies/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Unit	Number of Vacancies
Nagpur Division	977
Motibagh Workshop	102
Total	1,079

How to Apply Online/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Step 1: Visit the Official Portal
Go to the official apprenticeship portal of India: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
Step 2: Register / Login
If you are a new user, click on “Register” and complete the one-time registration process using your mobile number and email ID.
If you are an existing user, simply log in with your credentials.
Step 3: Search for the Establishment
After logging in, search for the establishment: “South East Central Railway / RRC Nagpur”.
Alternatively, you can directly apply through the SECR official website: secr.indianrailways.gov.in.
Step 4: Fill in the Application Form
Select the trade and unit (Nagpur Division or Motibagh Workshop) carefully.
Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and contact information.
Crucially, enter your Matriculation and ITI marks accurately, as they will be used for merit list preparation.
Step 5: Upload Documents (Scanned Copies)
Prepare the following documents in scanned format as per the specifications mentioned in the notification:
• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• 10th Marksheet & Certificate
• ITI Marksheet & Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate (if required)
Step 6: Review and Submit
Before final submission, review all the information carefully for any errors.
Since there is no application fee, you can directly submit the form after verification.
Step 7: Download Confirmation
After successful submission, download and print a copy of the completed application form for future reference.

Selection Process and Examination Phases/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Step 1: Merit List Preparation
• A merit list will be prepared based on the average percentage of marks obtained in the Matriculation (10th) and ITI examinations, giving equal weightage to both.
• Only those candidates who have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Matriculation along with the required ITI qualification will be considered for the merit list

Step 2: Tie-Breaking Criteria
In case two or more candidates secure identical marks, the following preferences will be applied:
Priority Criteria1st
Older candidate (higher age) gets preference
2nd
If age is also the same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier gets preference

Step 3: Document Verification
• Candidates shortlisted based on the merit list will be called for document verification at a designated center (Nagpur Division / Motibagh Workshop).
• Original documents and a set of self-attested photocopies must be carried for verification.

Step 4: Medical Examination
After successful document verification, candidates will undergo a medical examination to ensure they are physically fit for apprenticeship training

Examination Pattern/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Parameter	Weightage	Minimum Requirement
Matriculation (10th) Marks	50%	Minimum 50% aggregate marks
ITI Marks (Relevant Trade)	50%	Pass certificate from NCVT/SCVT

Pay Scale/SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Duration of ITI Course	Approximate Stipend (Per Month)
1-year ITI Course	₹7,700 per month (approx.)
2-year ITI Course	₹8,050 per month (approx.)

Important Link

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Q 1: Is there any application fee for General category candidates?

No. There is no application fee for any category, including General, OBC, SC, ST, and female candidates

Q 2: Will there be a written exam for SECR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

No, there is no written exam. Selection is purely based on the merit list prepared from your 10th and ITI marks

Q 3: What if I have 49.9% marks in my 10th standard? Can I apply?

No. The minimum requirement is strictly 50% aggregate marks in Matriculation. 49.9% will not be rounded off to 50%

Q 4: Are diploma holders or engineering graduates eligible to apply?

No. Diploma holders and engineering graduates are not eligible to apply for Act Apprentice posts under this scheme

Q 5: I have an ITI certificate but not in the trade I want to apply for. Am I eligible?

No. Your ITI certificate must be in the relevant trade for which you are applying. For example, Fitter trade ITI is required for Fitter apprentice posts

Q 6: What is the last date to apply for SECR Nagpur Apprentice 2026?

The last date to submit online applications is 18th June 2026 (23:59 hrs)

Q 7: What documents do I need to upload with the application form?

You need to upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, 10th marksheet & certificate, ITI marksheet & certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and PwBD certificate (if applicable).

Q 8: Can I apply for both Nagpur Division and Motibagh Workshop simultaneously?

You need to choose either Nagpur Division or Motibagh Workshop while filling out the application form. Carefully check the vacancy distribution before selecting

Q 9: Is there any age relaxation for OBC candidates?

Yes, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get an age relaxation of 3 years in the upper age limit (up to 27 years instead of 24 years)

Q 10: Is this apprenticeship a permanent railway job?

No. This is an Act Apprenticeship for a fixed duration (one year) of training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. While it is not a permanent job, it provides invaluable government work experience and a nationally recognized certificate, which can help in securing future railway recruitments.

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