East Coast Railway (ECoR) has released the official GDCE Recruitment 2026 notification for 1421 vacancies across various posts including Assistant Loco Pilot, Station Master, Goods Trains Manager, Junior Engineer, Technician, Junior Clerk cum Typist and other positions. Eligible candidates can apply online from 15 August 2026 to 14 September 2026 through the official website rrcbbs.org.in.
Important Dates
| Date of Publication on RRC/Bhubaneswar Website | 07 August 2026 |
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| Start Date to Apply Online | 15 August 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 September 2026 |
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Application Fee
| Application Fee | Not Specified in Notification |
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| Payment Mode | Online |
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Age Limit
| UR Candidates | Maximum Age 42 Years |
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| OBC Candidates | Maximum Age 45 Years |
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| SC / ST Candidates | Maximum Age 47 Years |
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| Age Relaxation Extra as per Railway / Government Rules. |
Eligibility / Qualification
| Assistant Loco Pilot | Matriculation + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade, OR Act Apprenticeship, OR 3-year Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engg. |
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| Station Master / Goods Trains Manager | Degree from a recognized university or equivalent. |
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| Junior Engineer | 3-year Diploma in relevant engineering discipline (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics). |
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| Technicians | Matriculation + ITI (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade (Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, etc.). |
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| Junior Clerk cum Typist / Commercial Clerk cum TC | 12th (+2 Stage) with minimum 50% marks; typing proficiency required for Junior Clerk. |
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Pay Scale (7th CPC)
| Assistant Loco Pilot & Technicians | Pay Level 2 |
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| Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector | Pay Level 3 |
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| Goods Trains Manager | Pay Level 5 |
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| Station Master & Junior Engineer | Pay Level 6 |
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ECoR GDCE Recruitment 2026: Post Wise Vacancy Details
| Assistant Loco Pilot | 1046 (UR-495, SC-197, ST-104, OBC-250) |
| Station Master | 12 (UR-7, SC-2, ST-1, OBC-2) |
| Goods Trains Manager | 284 (UR-134, SC-47, ST-24, OBC-79) |
| Junior Engineer | 22 (UR-14, SC-2, ST-2, OBC-4, incl. 1 PwBD) |
| Technicians (Various Trades) | 51 (UR-27, SC-7, ST-3, OBC-14) |
| Junior Clerk cum Typist | 4 (UR-1, SC-1, ST-1, OBC-1) |
| Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector | 2 (UR-1, OBC-1) |
| Total Vacancies | 1421 (UR-679, SC-256, ST-135, OBC-351, PwBD-1) |
How to Apply for ECoR GDCE Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website - rrcbbs.org.in and click on the ECoR GDCE 2026 application link.
- Fill in personal details and bio-data carefully in the online application form.
- Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph (35mm x 45mm, JPEG, up to 100 KB) and scanned signature (JPEG, 10-40 KB).
- Keep scanned self-attested copies of Date of Birth, Educational/Technical Qualification, Caste Certificate, and PwBD Certificate (if applicable) ready before applying.
- Review all entered details carefully, then click the Register button - once registered, no changes can be made.
- Note the unique application number generated after registration and download/print the filled application in PDF format.
- Get the printed application forwarded by the Controlling Officer and upload the signed scanned copy under the Supporting Documents tab (mandatory).
- Submit the application well before the closing date: 14 September 2026 to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
