The Railway Recruitment Cell, East Central Railway has announced the recruitment for various posts including ALP, Technician, Junior Engineer, and more, with a total of 1465 vacancies. The last date to apply online is 15 October 2026.
Railway ALP Recruitment 2026: 1465 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell, East Central Railway |
| Post Name | ALP, Technician, Junior Engineer, DMS, Station Master, Goods Train Manager, Clerk and other posts |
| Advt No | RRC/ECR/HRD/Rectt/GDCE/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1465 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | East Central Railway |
| Official Website | ecr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates
The important dates for the application process are as follows:
| Notification Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 15 September 2026 at 00:01 hours |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 October 2026 at 23:59 hours |
| CBT Date | To be announced |
Application Fee
The official GDCE notification does not specify an application fee.
| Application Fee | Not specified |
Age Limit
The age limit will be calculated as of 1 January 2027. The details are as follows:
| Category | Age Limit | Candidate Must Be Born Between |
| UR | 18 to 42 years | 2 January 1985 and 1 January 2009 |
| OBC | 18 to 45 years | 2 January 1982 and 1 January 2009 |
| SC/ST | 18 to 47 years | 2 January 1980 and 1 January 2009 |
Vacancy Details
The notification includes a total of 1465 vacancies distributed across various posts. The details are as follows:
| Post Name | Pay Level | Total |
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Level 2 | 910 |
| Technician III – Blacksmith | Level 2 | 2 |
| Technician III – Fitter | Level 2 | 1 |
| Technician III – Mason | Level 2 | 1 |
| Technician III – Welder | Level 2 | 2 |
| Technician III – Electrical General | Level 2 | 2 |
| Technician III – TRS | Level 2 | 1 |
| Technician III – Mechanical Power | Level 2 | 6 |
| Technician III – C&W Welder | Level 2 | 19 |
| Technician III – Signal | Level 2 | 8 |
| Technician III – Tele | Level 2 | 3 |
| Junior Engineer – C&W | Level 6 | 15 |
| Junior Engineer – Diesel Mechanical | Level 6 | 6 |
| Junior Engineer – Electrical General | Level 6 | 3 |
| Junior Engineer – Electrical TRD | Level 6 | 1 |
| Junior Engineer – P.Way | Level 6 | 7 |
| Junior Engineer – Works | Level 6 | 5 |
| Depot Material Superintendent | Level 6 | 19 |
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | Level 6 | 5 |
| Station Master | Level 6 | 9 |
| Goods Train Manager | Level 5 | 389 |
| Senior Clerk | Level 5 | 6 |
| Section Controller | Level 6 | 3 |
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | Level 3 | 42 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications as per the post they are applying for. The qualifications required for various posts are detailed in the following table. Candidates should ensure they possess the required qualifications by the last date of application.
| Post Category | Required Qualification |
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Matriculation or SSLC with ITI or completed Act Apprenticeship in a prescribed trade; alternatively, a Diploma or Degree in the specified engineering disciplines |
| Technician Posts | Matriculation or SSLC with ITI or completed Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade |
| Technician Signal and Tele | Matriculation or SSLC with relevant ITI or Act Apprenticeship; alternatively, 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics |
| Junior Engineer Posts | Three-year Diploma or relevant Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil or another specified engineering discipline |
| Depot Material Superintendent | Three-year Diploma in Engineering in any discipline |
| Chief Commercial Cum Ticket Supervisor | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent |
| Station Master | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent |
| Goods Train Manager | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent |
| Senior Clerk | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent, with computer typing proficiency in English or Hindi |
| Section Controller | Graduate degree from a recognized university or equivalent |
| Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk | 12th or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary for the various posts will be as per the 7th CPC levels. The pay scale details are as follows:
| Pay Level | Posts |
| Level 2 | Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician posts |
| Level 3 | Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk |
| Level 5 | Goods Train Manager and Senior Clerk |
| Level 6 | Junior Engineer, DMS, Chief CCTS, Station Master and Section Controller |
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of various stages depending on the post selected by the candidate. The stages include:
- Single-stage Computer Based Test
- Computer Based Aptitude Test, where applicable
- Computer Based Typing Skill Test, where applicable
- Document verification
- Medical examination
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the East Central Railway official website.
- Open the Hajipur Headquarters section.
- Select RRC Patna and open the GDCE section.
- Click the application link for notification number RRC/ECR/HRD/Rectt/GDCE/2026.
- Select the New Registration option.
- Enter the 11-digit employee ID and date of birth.
- Provide the required personal, service, educational and contact details.
- Log in using the registration number and password received through email or SMS.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting certificates.
- Select eligible posts and enter the post preferences carefully.
- Review and submit the online application.
- Save the submitted application as a PDF or take a printout for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers can apply for most posts, but specific posts may require prior experience as per the eligibility criteria.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Candidates can apply for multiple posts, but they must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for each post.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates will need to provide educational certificates, identity proof, and any other documents specified in the official notification during verification.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: रेलवे भर्ती सेल, पूर्व मध्य रेलवे
- पद: ALP, तकनीशियन, जूनियर इंजीनियर, DMS, स्टेशन मास्टर, माल ट्रेन प्रबंधक, क्लर्क और अन्य पद
- कुल पद: 1465
- योग्यता: कोई भी स्नातक, डिप्लोमा, ITI, 12TH
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 47 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 15 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
| Railway ALP Recruitment 2026: 1465 Posts, Apply Online – Important Links | |
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| ecr.indianrailways.gov.in | Open |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| Official Sources | |
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| Source 1 | ecr.indianrailways.gov.in |
| Source 2 | ecr.indianrailways.gov.in |
