IRCTC Apprentice Trainees Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 44 Graduate Apprentice & Other Posts

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd. (IRCTC), East Zone, Kolkata has released the official recruitment notification (No. IRCTC/EZ/HRD/Apprentices/2026-27) for 44 Apprentice Trainee seats.

Key Overview

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: October 09, 2026

• Online Application Starts: October 09, 2026

• Last Date to Apply Online: October 26, 2026

• Cut-off Date for Age & Qualification: October 09, 2026

Vacancy Breakdown & Monthly Stipend

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification (as on Oct 09, 2026)

• Graduate Apprentice: Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 50% aggregate marks.

• COPA Apprentice: Class 10 (Matriculation) pass with minimum 50% marks PLUS an ITI certificate in COPA trade (NCVT/SCVT) with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

2. Age Limit (as on Oct 09, 2026)

• Minimum Age: 15 Years

• Maximum Age: Must not have completed 25 Years

• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and up to 10 years for PwBD/Ex-Servicemen.

Application Fee

• All Candidates (General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwBD): NIL (No Fee)

Selection Process

• Merit-Based: Shortlisting will be done strictly on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examination (Graduation or ITI/10th).

• No Written Exam / Viva: There is no written examination or interview process.

• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for Document Verification via email.

How to Apply

1. For Graduate Apprentices: Apply via the NATS Portal at nats.education.gov.in.

2. For COPA Apprentices: Apply via the NAPS Portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.

3. Search for IRCTC East Zone establishment and submit your application.

4. Complete and submit the online profile before October 26, 2026.