The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC) has announced the recruitment of Graduate Apprentice and Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) for a total of 44 posts. The last date to apply for these positions is 26 October 2026.
IRCTC Graduate Apprentice & COPA Recruitment 2026, 44 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC) |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice & COPA |
| Advt No | IRCTC/EZ/HRD/Apprentices/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 44 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Kolkata, Guwahati, Patna, Howrah, Sealdah, Asansol, New Jalpaiguri, Ranchi, Tatanagar |
| Official Website | As per official notification |

Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Notification date | 9 October 2026 |
| Online application opens | 9 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 26 October 2026 |
| Cut-off date for age and qualification | 9 October 2026 |
Application Fee
As per official notification, there is no application fee mentioned for this recruitment.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between the ages of 15 and 25 years as of 9 October 2026.
| Minimum Age | 15 years |
| Maximum Age | 25 years |
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India guidelines.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment is for a total of 44 apprentice positions, divided into two categories.
| Graduate Apprentice | 34 |
| COPA | 10 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications to be eligible for the positions. For Graduate Apprentices, a degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks is required. For COPA positions, candidates must have completed Matriculation and possess an ITI certificate in COPA affiliated to NCVT or SCVT, also with at least 50% marks.
| Post | Qualification |
| Graduate Apprentice | Any degree with 50% aggregate |
| COPA | Matriculation and ITI (NCVT/SCVT) with 50% aggregate |
Salary and Pay Scale
The stipend for the selected candidates will be as follows:
| Post | Salary |
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs. 12,300 per month |
| COPA | Rs. 9,600 per month |
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a merit list prepared from the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination. There is no written test or interview.
- Preparation of merit list based on qualifying examination marks.
- Document verification of selected candidates.
- Issuance of offers strictly in merit order.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply through the official apprenticeship portals.
- Ensure that your name, father’s name, and date of birth are identical in your Matriculation certificate and portal profile.
- Register on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in or nats.education.gov.in.
- Fill in your marks for all qualifications from Matriculation onwards.
- Upload year-wise mark sheets and pass certificates.
- Submit your application before the deadline of 26 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the IRCTC recruitment?
The last date to apply for the IRCTC recruitment is 26 October 2026.
Is there an application fee for the recruitment?
As per official notification, there is no application fee mentioned for this recruitment.
What are the eligibility criteria for the Graduate Apprentice position?
Candidates must have a degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks to be eligible for the Graduate Apprentice position.
How will the selection process be conducted?
The selection process will be based on a merit list prepared from the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, with no written test or interview.
How can I apply for the positions?
Candidates can apply online through the official apprenticeship portals between 9 October 2026 and 26 October 2026.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: भारतीय रेलवे खानपान और पर्यटन निगम लिमिटेड (IRCTC)
- पद: स्नातक अपरेंटिस और कंप्यूटर ऑपरेटर और प्रोग्रामिंग सहायक (COPA)
- कुल पद: 44
- योग्यता: स्नातक: किसी भी विषय में 50% अंक; COPA: मैट्रिक और ITI (NCVT/SCVT) के साथ 50% अंक
- आयु सीमा: 15 से 25 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 26 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: आधिकारिक वेबसाइट पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें।
| IRCTC Graduate Apprentice & COPA Recruitment 2026, 44 Posts – Important Links | |
|---|---|
| apprenticeshipindia.gov.in | Click Here |
| nats.education.gov.in | Click Here |
| IRCTC East Zone notification for Apprentice (COPA & Graduate) Trainees | Click Here |
| IRCTC official website (changes to seat numbers are published here) | Click Here |
| Click Here | |