RRC ECoR (Bhubaneswar) Updates 2026

RRC ECoR (Bhubaneswar) Recruitment 2026: Complete Guide

Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), East Coast Railway (widely searched as RRC Bhubaneswar) is the nodal agency responsible for the engagement of Act Apprentices and the final selection stages of Group D (Level-1) staff. Headquartered at Rail Sadan (Bhubaneswar), RRC ECoR manages the recruitment for the Khurda Road, Waltair, and Sambalpur divisions, along with the premier Mancheswar Workshop.

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RRC ECoR (Bhubaneswar) Recruitment: The Complete Guide

RRC ECoR Bhubaneswar serves as the recruitment hub for the coastal railway network of Odisha and Northern Andhra Pradesh. It is the primary authority for filling Group D vacancies and training apprentices in the heavy-haul divisions of the East Coast. While RRB Bhubaneswar conducts the written exams, RRC ECoR handles the physical tests, document verification, and final appointments.

RRC ECoR Bhubaneswar Jurisdiction & “Division-Wise” Recruitment

RRC ECoR organizes its recruitment across three strategic divisions and a major workshop. Candidates should know these units to apply for their preferred location:

• Khurda Road Division (KUR):
  • Scope: The coastal lifeline covering Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, and Paradeep.
  • Target Audience: Candidates from Coastal Odisha seeking operational and maintenance roles.
• Waltair Division (WAT):
  • Scope: A critical freight division centered around Visakhapatnam.
  • Target Audience: Aspirants from Northern Andhra Pradesh and South Odisha.
• Sambalpur Division (SBP):
  • Scope: Covers Western Odisha, connecting the industrial belts to the hinterland.
  • Target Audience: Candidates from Sambalpur, Jharsuguda, and Bolangir.
• Mancheswar Carriage Repair Workshop (MCS):
  • The “Technical Hub”: Located in Bhubaneswar, this is one of the most advanced coach repair workshops.
  • Target Audience: High demand for Fitter, Welder, Machinist, and Electrician apprentices here.

Major Recruitment Categories

RRC ECoR conducts specific recruitment drives that are distinct from standard RRB exams. Please refer to the ‘Latest Updates’ table above for active Notification Numbers and direct links.

• Act Apprentice (High Demand):
  • The “RRC ECoR” Advantage: Completing an apprenticeship at MCS Workshop or the divisions grants a 20% Quota in Level-1 (Group D) jobs and exemption from the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
  • Selection: Purely on Merit (10th % + ITI %). No written exam.
• Level-1 (Group D) – The RRC Role:
  • RRC Bhubaneswar’s Role: While the CBT is centralized, RRC ECoR conducts the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) at venues like the East Coast Railway Stadium (Mancheswar). It also handles the Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination.
• Sports Quota:
  • Open Advertisement recruitment for sportspersons in disciplines like Hockey, Athletics, and Weightlifting. Trials are conducted at the Railway Stadium in Bhubaneswar.
• Scouts & Guides Quota:
  • Dedicated recruitment for active members of the Bharat Scouts and Guides. Selection involves a written test and marks for service certificates.

Contact Details & Address (Official)

For queries regarding Apprentice Merit Lists, PET dates, or Medical Boards, use the official contact channels listed below.

• Office Address: Office Address: Railway Recruitment Cell, East Coast Railway, 2nd Floor, South Block, Rail Sadan, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751017
• Helpline & Contact:
  • Phone: 0674-2303106
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Office Hours: 10:00 AM – 06:00 PM (Monday – Friday)
• Official Website:
  • www.rrcbbs.org.in

Selection Process for Apprentices

The RRC ECoR Apprentice selection follows a standard merit-based protocol:

• Merit Calculation: Average of marks obtained in Matriculation (10th) + ITI trade.
• Unit Allocation: Candidates are allotted units (MCS, KUR, WAT, SBP) based on merit preference.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must report to the RRC Office at Rail Sadan for verification.

Stay Alert for ECoR (Bhubaneswar) Updates

RRC Bhubaneswar (ECoR) recruitment is highly competitive. Apprentice Merit Lists and Group D PET schedules are often released with short notice. We strongly recommend checking this dashboard twice weekly. Bookmark this page for the fastest RRC ECoR (Bhubaneswar) alerts.