East Coast Railway Assistant Loco Pilot, Junior Engineer and More – 1421 Posts
East Coast Railway
Odisha
Vacancies
1,421
Salary
As per 7th Pay Matrix / Government norms
Last Date
14 Sept 2026
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East Coast Railway Assistant Loco Pilot, Junior Engineer and More – 1421 Posts
East Coast Railway GDCE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out invites applications for Assistant Loco Pilot, Junior Engineer and More – 1421 Posts under Advertisement No. ECoR/Pers/RRC-GDCE/2026.
Overview
| Organization | Posts | Total Vacancies | Last Date | Apply Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Coast Railway GDCE Recruitment 2026 Notification Out | Assistant Loco Pilot, Junior Engineer and More – 1421 Posts | 1421 | 14-09-2026 | Online / Offline |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication on RRC/Bhubaneswar website | 07.08.2026 |
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 15.08.2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Registration | 14.09.2026 |
Vacancy Details
| S.No | Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Category-wise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Loco Pilot | 1046 (UR-495, SC-197, ST-104, OBC-250) | ||
| 2 | Station Master | 12 (UR-7, SC-2, ST-1, OBC-2) | ||
| 3 | Goods Trains Manager | 284 (UR-134, SC-47, ST-24, OBC-79) | ||
| 4 | Junior Engineer | 22 (UR-14, SC-2, ST-2, OBC-4, incl. 1 PwBD) | ||
| 5 | Technicians (various trades) | 51 (UR-27, SC-7, ST-3, OBC-14) | ||
| 6 | Junior Clerk cum Typist | 4 (UR-1, SC-1, ST-1, OBC-1) | ||
| 7 | Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) | ||
| 8 | Grand Total | 1421 (UR-679, SC-256, ST-135, OBC-351, PwBD-1) | ||
| 9 | Assistant Loco Pilot | Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in a relevant trade, OR Matriculation/SSLC + Act Apprenticeship in a relevant trade, OR 3-year Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering | ||
| 10 | Station Master | Degree from a recognized university or its equivalent | ||
| 11 | Goods Trains Manager | Degree from a recognized university or its equivalent | ||
| 12 | Junior Engineer (various disciplines) | 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics, as applicable), or B.Sc. Engineering of 3-year duration for Civil posts | ||
| 13 | Technicians (various trades) | Matriculation/SSLC + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade, OR Matriculation/SSLC + Act Apprenticeship in the relevant trade (trade varies by post - Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, etc.) | ||
| 14 | Junior Clerk cum Typist | 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks (relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD and higher-qualified candidates); typing proficiency in English/Hindi on computer required | ||
| 15 | Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector | 12th (+2 Stage) or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks (relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD and higher-qualified candidates) | ||
| 16 | Assistant Loco Pilot | CBT (120 min, 100 questions) | Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) | |
| 17 | Station Master | CBT (90 min, 120 questions) | Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) | |
| 18 | Goods Trains Manager | CBT (90 min, 120 questions) | None | |
| 19 | Junior Engineer | CBT (120 min, 150 questions) | None | |
| 20 | Technicians | CBT (90 min, 100 questions) | None | |
| 21 | Junior Clerk cum Typist | CBT (90 min, 120 questions) | Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) | |
| 22 | Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector | CBT (90 min, 120 questions) | None |
Eligibility Criteria
ECoR GDCE Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for ECoR GDCE Recruitment 2026, a candidate must be a regular employee of East Coast Railway (including erstwhile Waltair division/SCoR), excluding RPF/RPSF staff, currently holding lien in ECoR. Employees who have resigned or transferred out of East Coast Railway are not eligible. Employees already in the same grade/pay level as the notified post can apply for GDCE from Non-Safety to Safety posts and Safety to Safety posts; employees in a lower grade/pay level can apply for all notified categories, provided they hold the prescribed educational qualification.
Age Limit
ECoR GDCE Age Limit UR candidates: upper age limit 42 years OBC candidates: upper age limit 45 years SC/ST candidates: upper age limit 47 years Age will be reckoned as on 01.01.2027 No age relaxation is allowed to SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates applying against unreserved (UR) vacancies Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
Application Fee
ECoR GDCE Application Fee The notification does not specify any application fee for ECoR GDCE Recruitment 2026.
Selection Process
Selection process: ECoR GDCE Selection Process Selection under ECoR GDCE 2026 follows a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by post-specific additional stages, Document Verification, and Medical Examination: Post Exam Mode Additional Test Assistant Loco Pilot CBT (120 min, 100 questions) Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) Station Master CBT (90 min, 120 questions) Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) Goods Trains Manager CBT (90 min, 120 questions) None Junior Engineer CBT (120 min, 150 questions) None Technicians CBT (90 min, 100 questions) None Junior Clerk cum Typist CBT (90 min, 120 questions) Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector CBT (90 min, 120 questions) None There is negative marking in CBT: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer. There is no negative marking in CBAT. Minimum qualifying marks in CBT: UR – 40%, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 30%, SC – 30%, ST – 25% (relaxable by 2 marks for PwBD candidates in case of shortage against reserved vacancies). Shortlisting for CBAT/Typing Skill Test is done at 8 times the number of vacancies, based on CBT merit. For ALP, final merit uses 50% weightage for CBT and 50% for CBAT. For Station Master, it is 70% CBT and 30% CBAT. Candidates equal to the number of vacancies are called for Document Verification, based on CBT/CBAT merit. Final appointment is subject to passing the prescribed Medical Fitness Test.
How to Apply
- Visit the official recruitment website: https://www.rrcbbs.org.in/ECoR-GDCE-2026.pdf
- Read the notification carefully and ensure eligibility.
- Register / fill the application form online.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the applicable application fee if applicable.
- Submit the application and take a printout.
Important Instructions
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Ensure eligibility before applying.
- Keep required documents ready.
- The organization reserves the right to modify/cancel recruitment.
- Only Indian citizens are eligible unless otherwise specified.
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF:Click here
- Apply Online:Click here
Disclaimer: Content is compiled from the official notification. Verify details from the official source before applying.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Coast Railway Assistant Loco Pilot, Junior Engineer and More – 1421 Posts?
East Coast Railway Assistant Loco Pilot, Junior Engineer and More – 1421 Posts is a government recruitment notification published by East Coast Railway. Apply before the last date to be considered.
When does the application start?
Online applications start on 20 August 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 14 September 2026.
What is the application fee?
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What is the required qualification?
Any Graduate, B.Sc, Diploma, ITI, 12TH
How do I apply?
Apply online through the official link provided on Rojgarpulse. Always verify details from the official notification before applying.