IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 44 Posts

IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC), East Zone, Kolkata has released its Apprentice Recruitment Notification for FY 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 44 Apprentice posts are available — 34 Graduate Apprentice and 10 COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) — for engagement at IRCTC East Zone, Kolkata.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Graduate Apprentice: Any graduate degree from a recognized university with minimum 50% aggregate marks
• COPA: Matriculation (10th Pass) + ITI Certificate in COPA trade affiliated to NCVT or SCVT with minimum 50% aggregate marks
• Qualification must be completed by 9 October 2026

Age Limit (as on 9 October 2026)

• Minimum: 15 years | Maximum: 25 years
• Date of birth between 10 October 2001 and 9 October 2011 (for Unreserved)
• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
• OBC: 3 years relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen / PwBD: 10 years relaxation

Stipend & Training Details

• Graduate Apprentice: ₹12,300/month
• COPA: ₹9,600/month
• Training Duration: 12 months
• No claim to regular employment in IRCTC after completion of training
• No application fee mentioned

Selection Process

1. Merit List: Based on percentage of marks in the qualifying examination (no written test or interview)
2. Tie-break: Older candidate preferred; if date of birth is same, candidate who passed Matriculation earlier is preferred
3. Document Verification: Date communicated via email at short notice — carry originals and two sets of self-attested photocopies
4. No travel or daily allowance is paid for document verification

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Ensure your name, father’s name, and date of birth match exactly across your Matriculation certificate and portal profile
2. Visit apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (for COPA/ITI) or nats.education.gov.in (for Graduate Apprentice)
3. Register on the portal and search for IRCTC East Zone apprenticeship listing
4. Enter marks for all qualifications from Matriculation onward and upload year-wise mark sheets
5. Upload self-attested documents and a recent photograph in required format
6. Submit application by 26 October 2026

About IRCTC

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC) is a Mini Ratna (Category-I) Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. IRCTC provides online railway ticket booking, catering services on trains and railway stations, and manages tourism packages across India. IRCTC’s East Zone office is located in Kolkata.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many posts are available in IRCTC East Zone Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A. A total of 44 posts — 34 Graduate Apprentice and 10 COPA.

Q2. What is the qualification required for Graduate Apprentice in IRCTC?
A. Any graduate degree from a recognized university with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

Q3. What is the stipend for IRCTC Graduate Apprentice?
A. ₹12,300 per month for Graduate Apprentice and ₹9,600 per month for COPA.

Q4. What is the last date to apply for IRCTC East Zone Apprentice 2026?
A. The last date to apply online is 26 October 2026.

Q5. Is there any application fee for IRCTC Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A. No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. Beware of any agents claiming to charge a fee — IRCTC has not appointed any agents for this recruitment.