IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 44 Graduate and COPA Vacancies, Apply Online

IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC), East Zone, Kolkata, has released a notification for IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 for Graduate Apprentice and Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) Apprentice trainees. Eligible candidates can apply online through the Apprenticeship India or NATS portal from 9 October 2026 to 26 October 2026.

According to the official notification, IRCTC will engage a total of 44 apprentice trainees for a training period of 12 months. Graduate Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹12,300, while COPA Apprentices will receive ₹9,600 per month. Selection will be based on merit, and there will be no written examination or viva.

Candidates interested in railway-sector apprenticeship training should read the eligibility conditions, age limit, application dates, selection procedure, and document requirements before applying.

Details for IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Vacancy Details

IRCTC has announced vacancies for two categories of apprentice trainees under its East Zone establishment.

The notification states that the number of Graduate Apprentice and COPA vacancies may increase or decrease depending on the organization’s requirements. Reservation will be applicable according to Government of India guidelines.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the educational qualification and age requirements specified for their chosen apprenticeship category.

1. Graduate Apprentice Eligibility

Candidates applying for Graduate Apprentice positions must meet the following conditions:

• Must possess a graduation degree in any discipline.
• Must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
• The degree must be from a recognized university.

2. COPA Apprentice Eligibility

Candidates applying for Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) Apprentice positions must meet these requirements:

• Must have passed Matriculation (Class 10).
• Must possess an ITI certificate affiliated with NCVT or SCVT.
• Must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board, as specified in the notification.

Age Limit

Candidates must have completed 15 years of age and must not have completed 25 years of age as of 9 October 2026.

The notification provides the following age relaxations:

Age relaxation will be governed by the applicable Government of India guidelines. Candidates should check the relevant category requirements before applying.

Selection Process

The selection process will be based on a merit list prepared according to the percentage of marks obtained by eligible candidates.

The main stages are:

1. Merit List Preparation: Candidates will be ranked according to their marks.
2. Tie-Breaking Rules: If two applicants have equal marks, the older candidate will receive preference. If their dates of birth are also the same, the candidate who passed the matriculation examination earlier will be considered first.
3. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce their original certificates and testimonials for verification.
4. Engagement Offer: Offers will be issued strictly in merit-list order.

There will be no written test or viva. Candidates on the standby list may be offered engagement if vacancies arise because selected candidates are absent or rejected.

The tentative document-verification schedule will be communicated by email. Candidates should remain prepared to report at short notice.

Place of Posting

Candidates must be willing to work at any of the offices listed by IRCTC East Zone. The possible places of work are:

• Kolkata – Zonal Office
• Guwahati – Regional Office
• Patna – Regional Office
• Howrah – Area Office
• Sealdah – Area Office
• Asansol – Area Office
• New Jalpaiguri – Area Office
• Ranchi – Area Office
• Tatanagar – Area Office

Applicants should ensure that they are comfortable working at the offices listed in the notification before submitting their applications.

Reservation Rules

Reservation and applicable age relaxation will follow Government of India guidelines.

SC/ST Candidates

• Candidates claiming SC/ST reservation must submit a caste certificate in the prescribed format during document verification.

OBC Candidates

• OBC applicants must submit a caste certificate with a Non-Creamy Layer certificate in the Government of India format. The certificate must contain the relevant details, including the caste and date of issue, and bear the issuing authority’s seal. The notification specifies that the OBC certificate should not have been issued more than one year before the relevant date.

EWS Candidates

• Candidates not covered by the SC/ST/OBC-NCL reservation scheme may qualify for EWS reservation if their family’s gross annual income is below ₹8 lakh, subject to the applicable conditions.
• An Income and Asset Certificate issued by a competent authority is required. Candidates applying against EWS vacancies must possess the certificate as of the application registration closing date.

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities

• The notification states that the percentage of disability for PwBD candidates should not be less than 40%.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the apprenticeship portal specified in the notification.

Official application portals:

• Apprenticeship India: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
• NATS: https://www.nats.education.gov.in

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the relevant official apprenticeship portal.
2. Register or log in to your account, as applicable.
3. Locate the relevant IRCTC East Zone apprenticeship opportunity.
4. Check the eligibility criteria for Graduate Apprentice or COPA Apprentice.
5. Enter the required personal, educational, and registration details.
6. Fill in your marks accurately and upload the supporting documents.
7. Check that your name, father’s name, and date of birth match your matriculation or equivalent certificate.
8. Review the application and submit it through the portal.
9. Keep a copy of the submitted application and registration details for future reference.

Candidates should ensure that all required educational and technical qualifications are supported by the appropriate mark sheets and pass certificates.

Documents Required

Applicants must upload self-attested scanned copies of the relevant documents while applying. The notification lists the following documents:

1. Class 10 mark sheet and certificate.
2. ITI standard mark sheet, where applicable.
3. National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT or provisional National Trade Certificate, where applicable.
4. Proof of date of birth, such as the Class 10 certificate or mark sheet, or a School Leaving Certificate indicating the date of birth.
5. Class 12 mark sheet and certificate, if applicable.
6. Graduation mark sheet and certificate, if applicable.
7. Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
8. OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate in the prescribed Government of India format, issued within the last year.
9. Disability certificate for PwBD applicants.
10. Discharge or serving certificate for candidates applying under the Ex-Servicemen quota.
11. A recent colour photograph meeting the notification’s specifications.

The photograph should measure 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, be no more than three months old, and show a clear front view without a cap or sunglasses. The digital image should be in JPG/JPEG format at 100 DPI, with a file size between 20 KB and 70 KB.

Candidates should also keep two additional copies of the same photograph ready for document verification.

Applicants must carry their original documents and two sets of self-attested photocopies when reporting for verification.

Important Dates

Candidates should note the following dates before submitting their applications.

Application deadline: Candidates should complete the online application process on or before 26 October 2026.

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