East Central Railway Recruitment via GDCE 2026: Apply for 1,465 ALP and Other Posts

The East Central Railway (ECR) has opened applications under the General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026 for 1,465 vacancies, including posts of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), Junior Engineer, Station Master, Goods Train Manager and other categories.

The recruitment is being conducted by the Railway Recruitment Cell, East Central Railway. Applications are being accepted online, and the last date to apply is October 15, 2026.

The GDCE recruitment is an internal railway recruitment process for eligible regular employees of East Central Railway and the Rail Wheel Plant, Bela. It is not a recruitment drive open to the general public. Candidates should check the detailed notification for the eligibility conditions applicable to their post and service status.

East Central Railway GDCE 2026 Vacancy Details

A total of 1,465 posts are available across multiple technical, operational and clerical categories. The major vacancies include 910 Assistant Loco Pilot posts and 389 Goods Train Manager posts. Other positions include Commercial Cum Ticket Clerk, Depot Material Superintendent, Junior Engineer, Station Master, Senior Clerk, Section Controller and Technician posts.

*The Technician and Junior Engineer figures represent multiple trades and disciplines listed separately in the notification.

East Central Railway GDCE 2026 Age Limit

The upper age limit is 42 years for UR candidates, 45 years for OBC candidates and 47 years for SC/ST candidates, subject to the conditions prescribed in the recruitment notification.

Candidates should also verify the post-specific educational and service requirements before applying.

East Central Railway GDCE 2026 Selection Process

The selection process begins with a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT). Depending on the post, candidates may subsequently have to appear for a Computer Based Aptitude Test or Computer Based Typing Skill Test, followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination, wherever applicable.

The CBT will consist of 100 questions and will have a duration of 120 minutes. Candidates should carefully review the notification for post-specific qualifying requirements and subsequent stages.

How to Apply for East Central Railway GDCE 2026?

Eligible railway employees can apply online through the official East Central Railway website. Candidates should:

1. Visit the East Central Railway official website.

2. Open the GDCE 2026 recruitment link.

3. Register using the required employee and personal details.

4. Fill in the online application form.

5. Select the eligible post and preferences.

6. Upload the required documents and certificates.

7. Review the information carefully.

8. Submit the application before October 15, 2026.

9. Download and retain the application confirmation.

Candidates should ensure that their educational qualifications and relevant details are correctly recorded in their service records, where required.

The East Central Railway GDCE Recruitment 2026 provides 1,465 opportunities across several railway posts. Applicants should rely on the official notification for detailed post-wise eligibility, service conditions, examination instructions and subsequent recruitment stages.