East Central Railway GDCE Recruitment 2026: Railway Recruitment Cell, East Central Railway has opened the General Departmental Competitive Examination 2026 for 1,465 vacancies. This is an internal departmental recruitment for eligible regular employees of East Central Railway and Rail Wheel Plant, Bela.
Overview
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Cell, East Central Railway |
|---|---|
| Exam | GDCE 2026 |
| Vacancies | 1,465 |
| Posts | ALP, Technician, JE, Station Master, Goods Train Manager and others |
| Pay Levels | Levels 2, 3, 5 and 6 |
| Application | Online |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 15 September 2026, 00:01 hrs |
|---|---|
| Last Date | 15 October 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| CBT | To be announced |
Who Can Apply?
This GDCE recruitment is for eligible regular employees of East Central Railway and Rail Wheel Plant, Bela. RPF/RPSF personnel are excluded under the notified conditions. Employees also need to satisfy the post-specific service, educational and medical requirements.
Vacancy Highlights
The 1,465 posts cover multiple railway categories, including Assistant Loco Pilot, Technician, Junior Engineer, Departmental Material Superintendent, Station Master, Goods Train Manager and clerical/other notified posts. The post-wise table in the official notice should be used for exact numbers.
Selection
The recruitment uses the departmental competitive examination process and subsequent stages applicable to each post. Candidates should check the medical standard and qualification for the post they select.
How to Apply
- Use the East Central Railway employee recruitment portal.
- Read the GDCE 2026 notice.
- Select eligible posts based on service and qualification.
- Enter employee details and upload required information.
- Submit before 15 October 2026.
FAQs
Total posts?
1,465.
Can the general public apply?
No. This is a departmental recruitment for eligible railway employees.
Last date?
15 October 2026 at 23:59 hours.
Official Links
East Central Railway Official Website
Source: RRC/ECR/HRD/Rectt/GDCE/2026 notification.

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