SECR Nagpur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 1079 Vacancies | South East Central Railway

The South East Central Railway (SECR) has announced the Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 to fill a total of 1,079 apprenticeship slots across Nagpur Division and Motibagh Workshop. Candidates aged between 15 and 24 years with a minimum of 50% marks in Matriculation (10th) and a valid ITI Certificate in the relevant trade can apply online.

Post & Organization Details

• Organization: South East Central Railway (SECR), Divisional Office, Kingsway, Nagpur
• Post: Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) under Apprentices Act 1961 & Apprenticeship Rule 1992
• Units: Nagpur Division (Estt. Code: E05202702695) & Motibagh Workshop, Nagpur (Estt. Code: E05202702494)

Vacancy Details

(i) Nagpur Division – Trade-wise Vacancy (Total: 977)

(ii) Motibagh Workshop – Trade-wise Vacancy (Total: 102)

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as on 19-05-2026. Age relaxations:

• SC/ST: additional 5 years
• OBC: additional 3 years
• Divyang/PWBD & Ex‑Servicemen: additional 10 years (further 10 years for Ex‑Servicemen with 6 months continuous service)

Community-wise Date of Birth Range (as on 19‑05‑2026):

Educational Qualification

Pay Scale & Salary

The apprenticeship stipend will be as per the Central Apprenticeship Council norms, varying with the trade and level of training. Exact amounts are detailed in the official notification.

Application Fee

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Preparation of a merit list based on the aggregate percentage of Matriculation marks (minimum 50%) plus ITI marks in the applied trade.
2. For board systems with grade‑based evaluation (e.g., AP BSE, Kerala PEB), the midpoint of the grade range will be considered, treating each subject as out of 100.
3. Shortlisted candidates will undergo verification of original certificates and a medical fitness test.
4. Tie‑breaking:
   1. Older age will be given preference.
   2. If age is same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier will be preferred.

How to Apply

1. Visit the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
2. Register using your email/mobile number and create a password.
3. Select the appropriate Establishment Code:
   • Nagpur Division – E05202702695
   • Motibagh Workshop – E05202702494
4. Fill in personal details, ensuring the date of birth falls within the prescribed range for your category.
5. Enter your Matriculation (10th) marks (minimum 50%) and the exact ITI marks for the trade you are applying for. Do NOT enter any higher qualification.
6. Upload scanned copies of:
   • 10th Mark Sheet / Certificate
   • ITI Certificate (original or provisional)
   • Category certificate (if applicable)
   • Passport‑size photograph (as per portal specifications)
7. Review all entered information carefully. Incomplete or incorrect entries will lead to automatic rejection.
8. Submit the application. A unique registration number will be generated—save this number for future correspondence.
9. Print the application summary for your records.

Important Links

• • Official SECR Website
  • Apply Online
  • Download Notification PDF (P/NGP/SAS/2024/16)

FAQ’s

1. What is the minimum educational qualification required?
   Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) with at least 50% marks and possess a valid ITI Certificate in the relevant trade.
2. What is the age limit for general category candidates?
   Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years as on 19-05-2026. General category has no additional relaxation.
3. Is there any application fee?
   No application fee is mentioned in the notification. Candidates should verify the portal for any updates.
4. How is the merit list prepared?
   Merit is based on the aggregate of Matriculation percentage (minimum 50%) plus ITI marks in the applied trade. Tie‑breakers are older age, then earlier Matriculation passing year.
5. Can I apply for both Nagpur Division and Motibagh Workshop?
   No. Applicants must select either Nagpur Division (Estt. Code: E05202702695) or Motibagh Workshop (Estt. Code: E05202702494) while filling the online application.