IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 44 Posts (Graduate + COPA) | Apply by 26 Oct
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (East Zone, Kolkata)
West Bengal - Kolkata / Howrah / Sealdah / Asansol / New Jalpaiguri / Guwahati / Patna / Ranchi / Tatanagar
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | — | — | — | — | 34 |
| COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) | — | — | — | — | 10 |
| Total Vacancies | 44 | ||||
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IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Important Dates 2026
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Application Fee 2026
No fee
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
25 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Graduate Apprentice Rs.12,300/month; COPA Rs.9,600/month; 12 months training (No. IRCTC/EZ/HRD/Apprentices/2026-27)
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentice | 34 | Rs.12,300 per month |
| — | — |
| 2 | COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) | 10 | Rs.9,600 per month |
| — | — |
| Total Vacancies | 44 | |||||
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| S.No. | Post / Trade | Unreserved (UR) | Total Vacancies | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentice | 34 | 34 | 34 posts across East Zone offices. 12 months training. |
| 2 | COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) | 10 | 10 | 10 posts. 12 months training. |
| Total | 44 | 44 | ||
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Graduate Apprentice (34): Graduate in any discipline, min 50% aggregate.
- COPA (10): Matriculation + ITI (NCVT/SCVT), min 50% aggregate.
- Age: 15 to 25 years as on 09.10.2026 (relaxations as per GoI).
- Selection: Merit list only; no test/viva.
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Qualification / Education
- Graduate Apprentice (34): Any graduate (50%+).
- COPA (10): Matric + ITI (50%+).
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Job Details & Overview
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - 44 Posts (Graduate + COPA) | Apply by 26 Oct
IRCTC, East Zone, Kolkata invites applications, vide No. IRCTC/EZ/HRD/Apprentices/2026-27 dated 09.10.2026, for engagement as Apprentice Trainees (44 posts) for FY 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act 1961 - 34 Graduate Apprentices and 10 COPA.
Posts, Eligibility, Stipend
| Position | Posts | Eligibility | Duration | Stipend / month |
| Graduate Apprentice | 34 | Graduate in any discipline, min 50% aggregate | 12 months | Rs.12,300 |
| COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) | 10 | Matriculation + ITI (NCVT/SCVT), min 50% aggregate | 12 months | Rs.9,600 |
Age & Selection
- Age: 15 to 25 years as on 09.10.2026 (+5 SC/ST, +3 OBC, +10 Ex-Servicemen/differently-abled as per GoI).
- Selection: Merit list on percentage of marks only; no written test or viva; verification of originals; standby list on absentees.
- Posting: Kolkata/Howrah/Sealdah/Asansol/NJP/Guwahati/Patna/Ranchi/Tatanagar; no claim to regular employment.
How to Apply & Dates
- Apply online at https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in or https://www.nats.education.gov.in from 09.10.2026 to 26.10.2026, uploading year-wise marksheets and pass certificates from matriculation.
Important Links
| Official Notice (PDF) | Download PDF |
| Apprenticeship Portal | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Important Links
How to Apply for IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (East Zone, Kolkata)'s IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 44 Posts (Graduate + COPA) | Apply by 26 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (East Zone, Kolkata) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 26 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (East Zone, Kolkata) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (East Zone, Kolkata) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 26 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 44 Posts (Graduate + COPA) | Apply by 26 Oct?
IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 44 Posts (Graduate + COPA) | Apply by 26 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026 start on 09 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026 is 26 October 2026.
What is the application fee for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026?
No fee
What is the age limit for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026 is 25 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026?
Graduate Apprentice (34): Any graduate (50%+). COPA (10): Matric + ITI (50%+).
How to apply for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.