SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Merit List 2026 (Stand-by List): Provisional Selection Out — Latest Update
Good news for candidates on the waiting list! South East Central Railway (SECR), Bilaspur Division has released a Provisional Merit List (From Stand-by List) for engagement of Act Apprentices for 2026-27, to fill the apprentice seats that remained vacant. If your name is on it, report at 10:00 AM on your trade’s date at the Senior Divisional Personnel Office, DRM Complex, Bilaspur (CG) with every listed document — otherwise your candidature will be treated as cancelled. The notice carries no issue date or reference number. Download SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Stand-by Provisional Merit List 2026-27 PDF
Trade-wise reporting dates for stand-by candidates (10:00 AM, DRM Complex, Bilaspur):
| Trade | Reporting Date |
|---|---|
| Electronics Mechanic (Elect. Mech), Fitter, Stenographer (Hindi and English), Mechanic Diesel, Welder, Turner | 30 September 2026 |
| Electrician | 1 October 2026 |
| COPA | 5 October 2026 |
Names in the stand-by list, trade by trade (counted from the list; the PDF prints no total, so treat these as approximate):
| Trade | Names Listed | Selected Against (Category) |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics Mechanic | 3 | UR 2, SC 1 |
| Fitter | 47 | UR 47 |
| Stenographer (English) | 1 | UR 1 |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | 9 | UR 4, EWS 2, OBC 1, SC 1, ST 1 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 1 | EWS 1 |
| Turner | 2 | UR 2 |
| Welder (Gas and Electric) | 13 | UR 7, EWS 2, OBC 3, SC 1 |
| Electrician | 102 | UR 73, EWS 20, OBC 5, SC 3, ST 1 |
| COPA | 168 | UR 112, EWS 35, OBC 6, SC 8, ST 7 |
That comes to about 346 names as per the list. Carpenter, Draftsman (Civil), Machinist, Painter, Plumber, Mech (RAC), Sheet Metal Worker, Wireman, Chemical Laboratory Assistant and Track Machine have no stand-by names in this list. The “Selected Against” column is the quota seat, not always the candidate’s own community — match your application code carefully.
Documents to carry on the reporting day (missing any of these means your candidature will be treated as cancelled):
| Document | What to Carry |
|---|---|
| Medical Certificate | Original, in the proforma attached to the PDF |
| Caste Certificate (SC / ST / OBC) | Original central caste certificate |
| Aadhaar and PAN Card | Copy — name and father’s name as per 10th certificate |
| Bank Passbook | Copy — centralised bank only |
| Photographs | 4 recent passport-size colour photos |
| Declaration Form | Attested by the candidate (form given in the PDF) |
The medical certificate must be signed by a Government-authorised Gazetted doctor, not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon of a Central or State hospital. The proforma sets these minimum physical standards:
| Standard | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Height | 137 cm |
| Weight | 25.4 kg |
| Chest Expansion | 3.8 cm |
Colour vision is not required, but no hearing aid is permitted. A candidate below these minimums may still be engaged if a Medical Officer not below Assistant Surgeon (Gazetted) certifies in writing that he or she is fit for that trade. If your certificates are found correct, training will start within the next one or two days, so come prepared to stay at Bilaspur. The declaration form also asks you to confirm that no criminal or police case is pending against you. See more exam results on GovtJobsAlert.in.
SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026: 1,191 Act Apprentice Posts for 10th + ITI Pass Aspirants
The Personnel Department of South East Central Railway (SECR), Bilaspur Division released the SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for engagement of 1,191 Act Apprentices for the training year 2026-27. This is a merit-based railway intake open to candidates who have cleared Class 10 and ITI in any of the 19 trades listed by SECR. The biggest demand is in Fitter, COPA, Electrician, Wireman and Painter trades.
Online applications were accepted on the apprenticeship portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) from 12 May 2026 till 11 June 2026 (23:59 hrs), and that window has now closed. Selection is on the average of 10th-class and ITI percentage marks with equal weightage. This GovtJobsAlert.in article keeps the vacancy split, eligibility, age limit and selection method for reference. See more railway recruitment openings for ITI students.
What are the Key Highlights of SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
SECR is an Indian Railways zone headquartered at Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. Training runs for 1 year per trade under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Act Apprentice (Trade Apprentice) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,191 posts across 19 trades |
| Stipend | As per rules of the State Government of Chhattisgarh |
| Job Location | Bilaspur Division (Chhattisgarh) |
| Application Window | 12 May 2026 to 11 June 2026 (23:59 hrs) — closed |
What is the Trade-wise Vacancy Breakdown for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
The 1,191 apprentice posts span 19 ITI trades. The ten largest trades by vacancy count are listed below. The complete trade-wise table is in the original notification PDF in the Essential Links section.
| ITI Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| COPA | 350 |
| Fitter | 223 |
| Electrician | 206 |
| Wireman | 125 |
| Painter | 41 |
| Mech (RAC) | 40 |
| Carpenter | 38 |
| Steno (English) | 36 |
| Plumber | 30 |
| Steno (Hindi) | 25 |
Category-wise, the posts split as UR 476, EWS 115, OBC 317, SC 180 and ST 86. Horizontal reservation also applies across these categories for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD candidates — the trade-wise figures are in the original notification.
What is the Eligibility Criteria for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
Educational Qualification
Two academic conditions must be met together. Browse our ITI government jobs page for similar openings.
- Must have passed Class 10 (Matric) under the 10+2 system or its equivalent
- Must have passed the ITI course in the relevant trade from a recognised institution
- Merit counts Matriculation marks with a minimum 50% aggregate
- Your name and father’s name must match across the 10th certificate, ITI mark-sheet, Aadhaar and PAN — a mismatch leads to rejection
Age Limit
| Category | Age Rule (as on 11 June 2026) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 15 years completed |
| Maximum Age (UR) | Below 24 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen / PwBD | 10 years relaxation |
UR candidates must be born between 11 June 2002 and 11 June 2011 (both dates inclusive). Age relaxation is subject to a latest caste certificate.
What is the Salary / Stipend for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
The notification says the stipend is paid as per the rules of the State Government of Chhattisgarh; it does not state an amount.
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stipend | As per Chhattisgarh State Government rules |
| Training Duration | 1 year (each trade) |
| TA / DA | Not payable |
Engagement as an apprentice does NOT guarantee a railway job after training. The employer is not bound to offer employment, and the apprentice is not bound to accept it.
What is the Selection Process for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
Selection is merit-based, drawn from your existing academic record.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Merit List | Average of Class 10 % and ITI %, equal weightage |
| Document Verification | For provisionally selected candidates |
| Medical Certificate | From a Government-authorised Gazetted doctor |
Candidates had to fill their 10th and ITI marks in the qualification section of the portal; applications without them were rejected automatically. Canvassing in any form disqualifies a candidate. The stand-by merit list in the update section fills the seats left vacant after the main list.
How to Apply for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026 (Window Closed)?
Applications were accepted only online through the apprenticeship portal. The window closed on 11 June 2026, so these steps are kept for reference only.
- Candidates registered or logged in on the apprenticeship portal.
- They filled personal, educational and trade details and uploaded a photo and signature.
- They uploaded their educational and technical qualification documents on the website.
- SC, ST and OBC candidates uploaded a recent caste certificate on the portal.
- Applications had to be completed by 11 June 2026 (23:59 hrs); no physical copy was needed.
What are the Important Dates for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 12 May 2026 |
| Application Closed | 11 June 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Stand-by Reporting (Elect. Mech, Fitter, Steno, Diesel Mech, Welder, Turner) | 30 September 2026 |
| Stand-by Reporting (Electrician) | 1 October 2026 |
| Stand-by Reporting (COPA) | 5 October 2026 |
What are the Application Fees for SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Not mentioned in the notification |
The notification does not mention any application fee for this SECR apprenticeship.
Essential Links — SECR Bilaspur Apprentice 2026
- Download SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Stand-by Provisional Merit List 2026-27 PDF
- Download Original SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF
- Apprenticeship India Portal (applications closed on 11 June 2026)
- Visit SECR Bilaspur Apprentice Merit List Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If your name is on the stand-by list, check your trade’s reporting date, get the medical certificate signed well in advance and carry every document to Bilaspur — this is your chance to join a railway apprenticeship. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for railway updates and more Chhattisgarh government jobs. All the best.