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- RRC SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List 2026-27: key figures
- How many candidates are empanelled in the SECR Nagpur Apprentice List 2026-27?
- What is the trade-wise panel in the Nagpur Division apprentice list?
- What is the trade-wise panel in the Motibagh Workshop apprentice list?
- How to read the SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List 2026-27
- What must empanelled candidates do next?
- Original recruitment at a glance
- Eligibility criteria in the 2026 notification
- Selection process, merit calculation and training terms
- Important dates and original online application steps
- Common checks to avoid confusion
- Final takeaway
- Official links
The SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List for 2026-27 covers Nagpur Division and Motibagh Workshop. The provisional panels show 951 candidates empanelled and 277 on standby across the two units. They relate to the recruitment for 1,079 Act Apprentice posts, for which applications closed on 18 June 2026.
The lists are a status update for candidates who applied; they are not a fresh application notice. The SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List also does not announce a reporting or joining date. Candidates should check the South East Central Railway (SECR) website for any later instructions, corrections or document-verification information. A name in a provisional panel is subject to the requirements in the recruitment process and should not be treated as confirmation of a training start date.
RRC SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List 2026-27: key figures
| Unit | Advertised posts | Empanelled | Standby | List information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagpur Division | 977 | 857 | 191 | Dated 22 October 2026; 17 trades shown |
| Motibagh Workshop | 102 | 94 | 86 | Signed 14 October 2026; 8 trades shown |
| Both units | 1,079 | 951 | 277 | Provisional 2026-27 panels |
The totals distinguish three things that candidates may otherwise confuse: the number of posts advertised in the original recruitment, the candidates shown as empanelled, and the candidates listed on standby. The 951 empanelled candidates are the combined total from the two unit lists. Standby is a separate status and is not included in that empanelled total.
The Nagpur Division list cites the recruitment notification dated 18 May 2026. Its merit figure is labelled “Average”. Both lists are provisional. Their publication does not itself confirm that document checks are complete or that a candidate has received a reporting date. Candidates should use the appropriate unit list and follow subsequent official instructions rather than infer an individual outcome from the combined totals.
How many candidates are empanelled in the SECR Nagpur Apprentice List 2026-27?
Nagpur Division has 857 candidates shown as empanelled and 191 on standby. Motibagh Workshop has 94 empanelled candidates and 86 on standby. Added together, the figures are 951 empanelled and 277 standby candidates. These numbers describe the panels as presented; they do not mean that every advertised place has a corresponding empanelled candidate in the displayed trade tables.
For example, the Nagpur Division trade panel accounts for 948 slots across the 17 trades shown, while the recruitment advertised 977 places in that division across 23 trades. The published panel details do not explain why six advertised trades are not shown. Candidates should not assume a reason for the difference or draw conclusions about an unlisted trade without an official clarification.
What is the trade-wise panel in the Nagpur Division apprentice list?
| Trade | Slots shown in panel | Empanelled | Standby |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | 267 | 267 | 39 |
| COPA | 158 | 149 | 35 |
| Mechanic Diesel | 124 | 119 | 19 |
| Fitter | 90 | 85 | 19 |
| Wireman | 46 | 45 | 16 |
| Painter | 44 | 11 | 0 |
| Carpenter | 41 | 39 | 10 |
| Plumber | 33 | 28 | 10 |
| Stenographer (English)/Secretarial Assistant | 25 | 15 | 1 |
| Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance | 23 | 13 | 1 |
| Welder | 22 | 22 | 8 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 21 | 18 | 9 |
| Machinist | 17 | 15 | 8 |
| Mason (Building Constructor) | 16 | 14 | 5 |
| Stenographer (Hindi) | 11 | 9 | 6 |
| Health Sanitary Inspector | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| Turner | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| 17 trades shown | 948 | 857 | 191 |
Electrician has the largest displayed number of slots in this Nagpur Division panel, with 267, and all 267 are shown as empanelled. The figures vary by trade: for example, the panel shows 149 empanelled and 35 standby candidates for COPA, while Painter shows 11 empanelled and no standby candidates. The table reports the figures as displayed and should not be used to infer a candidate’s personal selection status without checking the relevant entry in the list.
The 17 trades displayed in the panel do not cover all 23 trades advertised for Nagpur Division. The six advertised trades not shown are Dental Laboratory Technician, Hospital Waste Management Technician, Gas Cutter, Cable Jointer, Digital Photographer and Driver-cum-Mechanic (Light Motor Vehicle). Together, they account for 29 advertised slots. The published list does not state why they are absent from the displayed panel, so candidates should look for an official SECR update rather than speculate.
What is the trade-wise panel in the Motibagh Workshop apprentice list?
| Trade | Slots | Empanelled | Standby |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 44 | 41 | 18 |
| Electrician | 18 | 16 | 18 |
| COPA | 13 | 12 | 13 |
| Carpenter | 10 | 10 | 11 |
| Welder | 6 | 6 | 7 |
| Turner | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Painter | 4 | 4 | 7 |
| Stenographer (English)/Secretarial Practice | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| All 8 trades | 102 | 94 | 86 |
Motibagh has a separate panel and should not be confused with Nagpur Division. Its eight trade rows add up to 102 slots, 94 empanelled candidates and 86 standby candidates. The list is signed 14 October 2026. Check the unit heading and trade before searching for a name or interpreting a status, particularly if you are comparing the two sets of figures.
How to read the SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List 2026-27
Use the SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List as a candidate-level record, not just a summary of totals. First identify whether you applied for Nagpur Division or Motibagh Workshop. Then locate the correct unit and trade before searching the PDF. A matching name alone may not be enough to confirm the relevant entry, so check the application details and the other information printed alongside it.
- Go to the SECR official website and find the 2026-27 Act Apprentice empanelment notice for your unit.
- Download the Nagpur Division or Motibagh Workshop list that applies to your application. Confirm the unit and trade shown in the document.
- Use the PDF search function to look for your name or application details. Check the full entry and do not rely only on a brief search result.
- Read the “Selected As” entry. It may identify a category slot such as UR, OBC, SC, ST or EWS. A reserved-category candidate may be selected against an unreserved slot on merit.
- Check the remarks column for any applicable entry. The Nagpur Division list includes remarks such as PwBD or ex-serviceman details where shown.
- Save a copy of the relevant list and keep checking SECR for further notices, document-verification instructions and reporting information.
Empanelled and standby are not interchangeable labels. The lists describe standby candidates as candidates who may be considered to fill vacancies if selected candidates do not report. Standby status does not confirm selection, and the lists do not promise that a standby candidate will be called. Likewise, an empanelled entry remains provisional and does not by itself supply a joining date.
What must empanelled candidates do next?
Candidates shown as empanelled should use the SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List and prepare for the next official instructions while avoiding assumptions about when reporting will occur. The lists do not state a reporting or joining date; they say that the date will be intimated later. Do not rely on an unofficial date or travel arrangement based on a rumour. Follow the instructions issued by SECR and use the recruitment notice for the stated document requirements.
| Requirement | Practical preparation |
|---|---|
| Original certificates and testimonials | Keep originals ready for verification, together with supporting documents required by the recruitment notice. Missing originals or details that do not match may affect candidature. |
| Caste certificate, where applicable | Prepare a valid certificate in the prescribed Central format. Empanelment is provisional and subject to verification. |
| Medical fitness certificate | Arrange the certificate for joining from a Government-authorised Gazetted doctor of Assistant Surgeon rank or above at a Central or State hospital, as specified in the recruitment instructions. |
| Declaration | Keep the declaration in the prescribed proforma, Annexure A, ready for joining. |
| Reporting instructions | Wait for SECR to communicate the reporting date and any further directions. No date is included in the published lists. |
Check that names, dates and other details on documents are consistent with the information submitted in the application. This is a preparation reminder based on the stated verification requirement, not a substitute for the document list or format in the official notice. If an instruction is unclear, refer to the official SECR communication rather than relying on an assumption about what will be accepted.
The recruitment information states that incorrect or false certificates can lead to cancellation or discharge, including after training has begun. It also says that candidates must arrange their own lodging, boarding and meals during training. Apprenticeship is training and does not guarantee employment: SECR is not obliged to appoint an apprentice at the end of training, and the apprentice is not obliged to accept an employment offer.
Original recruitment at a glance
The original recruitment was for Act Apprentice training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. These details are included to help candidates understand the panel’s context; they do not reopen applications or change the current status of the lists.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting organisation | South East Central Railway (SECR) |
| Engagement | Act Apprentice training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Total vacancies | 1,079: Nagpur Division 977 and Motibagh Workshop 102 |
| Training period | One year, as stated in the recruitment information |
| Application window | 19 May to 18 June 2026, closing at 23:59 hrs |
| Current status | Applications closed; provisional empanelment lists issued |
| Stipend | As per prescribed rates; the supplied recruitment details do not state a specific amount |
| Application fee | No fee amount is stated in the recruitment information. Check the official notice for the applicable instruction. |
Advertised vacancies by trade
| Trade | Unit or units | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Electrician | Nagpur Division and Motibagh | 285 |
| COPA | Nagpur Division and Motibagh | 171 |
| Fitter | Nagpur Division and Motibagh | 134 |
| Mechanic Diesel | Nagpur Division | 124 |
| Carpenter | Nagpur Division and Motibagh | 51 |
| Painter | Nagpur Division and Motibagh | 48 |
| Wireman | Nagpur Division | 46 |
| Stenographer (English/Hindi) | Nagpur Division and Motibagh | 39 |
| Plumber | Nagpur Division | 33 |
| Welder | Nagpur Division and Motibagh | 28 |
| Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance | Nagpur Division | 23 |
| Cable Jointer | Nagpur Division | 21 |
| Electronics Mechanic | Nagpur Division | 21 |
| Machinist | Nagpur Division | 17 |
| Mason (Building) | Nagpur Division | 16 |
| Other seven trades | Both units | 22 |
| Total | Both units | 1,079 |
This is the vacancy breakdown from the recruitment information, not the same table as the later trade-wise panel. The advertised numbers describe the original posts, whereas the panel tables above describe the empanelled and standby figures appearing in the unit lists. Keep those two types of figures separate when comparing a trade or unit.
Eligibility criteria in the 2026 notification
The following requirements are the original recruitment conditions for reference. They are not a new opportunity to apply. Candidates should use the notification itself for the complete wording and applicable conditions.
| Requirement | Condition stated for recruitment |
|---|---|
| Education | Class 10 pass with at least 50% aggregate marks, plus an NCVT- or SCVT-issued National Trade Certificate in the relevant trade. A provisional certificate was accepted. |
| Age | 15 to 24 years as on 19 May 2026. |
| Age relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years; OBC: 3 years; PwBD and Ex-servicemen: 10 years, as stated in the notification. |
| Not eligible | Engineering graduates and diploma holders were not eligible under this apprentice notification. Candidates already trained as apprentices in an organisation were also stated to be ineligible. |
The notification gave these date-of-birth ranges: UR candidates, 19 May 2002 to 19 May 2011; OBC candidates, 19 May 1999 to 19 May 2011; and SC/ST candidates, 19 May 1997 to 19 May 2011. These ranges are reproduced for context, not as a replacement for the full category-wise wording in the notification. The age reckoning date stated for the recruitment was 19 May 2026.
Selection process, merit calculation and training terms
- No written examination or interview: The recruitment notice described selection as merit-based.
- Merit calculation: The average percentage of Class 10 marks and ITI marks in the relevant trade was used. The Nagpur Division list labels this figure “Average”.
- Tie-break rule: If marks were equal, the older candidate was preferred. If dates of birth were also the same, the candidate who passed Class 10 earlier was preferred.
- Verification and fitness: Original-document checks and the stated medical fitness requirement apply before joining.
- Training is not a job appointment: Completion of apprenticeship does not oblige SECR to offer a job or the apprentice to accept one.
These rules explain the broad selection method stated in the recruitment information. They do not replace the candidate-level details in the published panel. If a candidate is checking a particular entry, the unit, trade, category and any remarks shown in the list remain important. A provisional panel should be read together with later official directions about verification and reporting.
Important dates and original online application steps
| Event | Date or instruction |
|---|---|
| Notification | 18 May 2026 |
| Online applications opened | 19 May 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 18 June 2026 at 23:59 hrs |
| Age reckoning date | 19 May 2026 |
| Empanelment lists | Nagpur Division: 22 October 2026; Motibagh Workshop: signed 14 October 2026 |
The application window has ended. The following sequence records the original process for candidates reviewing a submitted application; it is not an invitation to apply now.
| Step | Action in the original application process |
|---|---|
| 1 | Register through the apprenticeship application portal with working contact details. |
| 2 | Select the correct establishment: Nagpur Division code E05202702695 or Motibagh Workshop code E05202702494. |
| 3 | Enter Class 10 and ITI details accurately and upload the required photograph and signature. |
| 4 | Choose one unit only; the application instructions did not permit applying to both units. |
| 5 | Review and submit before the deadline, then retain the registration details and submitted application copy. |
Common checks to avoid confusion
- Standby is not confirmed selection. Standby candidates may be considered to fill vacancies if selected candidates do not report; the status does not guarantee a call.
- Use the correct unit list. Nagpur Division and Motibagh Workshop have separate panels, different trade counts and separate unit totals.
- Separate vacancy totals from panel totals. The original recruitment advertised 1,079 posts; empanelment and standby are separate counts in the later lists.
- Do not infer why a trade is absent. Six advertised Nagpur Division trades are not displayed in the panel details, and the list does not explain their absence.
- Prepare documents in the required form. Empanelment is provisional, and applicable certificates and other documents are subject to verification.
- Wait for an official joining date. No reporting date appears in the lists; later instructions should be checked on SECR’s official website.
- Do not assume a permanent railway job follows training. The recruitment information does not guarantee employment after apprenticeship.
Final takeaway
The SECR Nagpur Apprentice Empanelment List records 951 provisional empanelments and 277 standby candidates across Nagpur Division and Motibagh Workshop. Check the list for the correct unit, trade and candidate entry, and prepare original documents, an applicable Central-format caste certificate, the stated medical fitness certificate and the prescribed declaration. No reporting date is announced in the lists, so wait for further official instructions. The 1,079-post recruitment is closed, and the panel figures should be read separately from the original advertised vacancies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many candidates are empanelled across the two SECR units?
There are 951 empanelled candidates in total: 857 for Nagpur Division and 94 for Motibagh Workshop.
How many candidates are on standby?
The two lists show 277 standby candidates: 191 for Nagpur Division and 86 for Motibagh Workshop. Standby candidates may be considered if a vacancy arises because a selected candidate does not report, but standby status is not confirmed selection.
Has SECR announced a joining date?
No reporting or joining date is stated in the empanelment lists. The lists say that the date will be communicated later through SECR.
Are the panels final appointments?
No. They are provisional panels subject to document checks, applicable certificate verification and medical fitness requirements. A panel entry should not be treated as a joining date or an employment guarantee.
What does the “Selected As” entry mean?
It identifies the category slot against which a candidate is shown, such as UR, OBC, SC, ST or EWS. A reserved-category candidate may be selected against an unreserved slot on merit.
Why are six advertised Nagpur Division trades not shown in the panel?
The Nagpur Division panel displays 17 trades, while the recruitment covered 23. Six advertised trades accounting for 29 slots are not shown in the panel details. The list does not state why, so candidates should check SECR announcements for clarification.
What documents should an empanelled candidate prepare?
Keep original testimonials and educational or ITI records ready, together with a valid Central-format caste certificate where applicable, the prescribed medical fitness certificate and the Annexure A declaration. Follow any later SECR instructions.
Does completing the apprenticeship guarantee a railway job?
No. The recruitment information states that SECR is not obliged to offer employment after training and that an apprentice is not obliged to accept an offer.
Can candidates still apply for these posts?
No. Applications closed on 18 June 2026 at 23:59 hrs. The current update concerns the empanelment lists and any subsequent instructions.
Official links
| Resource | Official website |
|---|---|
| South East Central Railway | https://secr.indianrailways.gov.in/ |
| Apprenticeship India portal | https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ |
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