Age
18-42 Years
Min Qualification
12th
Location
All India
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Central Railway, has released a massive career opportunity for regular employees through the General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) 2026. This notification is a golden chance for current staff members of Central Railway to elevate their careers and move into high-responsibility roles like Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP), Junior Engineer (JE), Station Master, and Nursing Superintendent.
With over 1,400 vacancies across various technical and non-technical departments, this recruitment drive aims to promote talented in-house personnel to specialized "Safety" and "Non-Safety" categories. If you are a dedicated employee of Central Railway looking for a vertical jump in your professional journey, this is the moment you have been waiting for.
The educational requirements vary significantly based on the post:
ALP: Matriculation plus ITI in specific trades OR Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile Engineering.
Junior Engineer (JE): Three-year Diploma or Degree in relevant Engineering streams (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.).
Technician Grade III: Matriculation plus ITI in the relevant trade OR 10+2 with Physics and Maths (for S&T posts).
Station Master/Goods Train Manager: A Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized university.
Nursing Superintendent: Registered Nurse/Midwife (3-year course) or B.Sc. (Nursing).
Clerk/Typist Posts:12th (+2 stage) with at least 50% marks (marks condition relaxed for SC/ST/PwBD) and typing proficiency.
As this is a General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) for existing employees, there is no application fee mentioned in the official notification.
Application Begin
16 March 2026
Notification Date
16 March 2026
Last Date
15 April 2026
Min Age
18
Max Age
42
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Application Begin
16 March 2026
Notification Date
16 March 2026
Last Date
15 April 2026
Min Age
18
Max Age
42
Who is eligible to apply?
Ans: Only regular employees of Central Railway are eligible. RPF/RPSF personnel cannot apply.
Is there a minimum service requirement?
Ans: No, there is no minimum service condition for this GDCE.
Can I apply for the same post I am currently working in?
Ans: No, you cannot apply for the same post you currently hold.
Is there negative marking in the exam?
Ans: Yes, 1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer in the CBT.
What is the qualifying mark for the trade test (Part B)?
Ans: All candidates must score at least 35% in Part B.
I have resigned from Central Railway; can I still apply?
Ans: No, resigned or transferred employees are not eligible.
What happens if I fail the medical test?
Ans: If you fail the prescribed medical standard for a post, you will not be considered for that role.
Can I change my mobile number later?
Ans: No, RRC will not entertain requests to change mobile numbers or emails after submission.
Are there vacancies for EWS?
Ans: No, there is no separate reservation for EWS in this recruitment.
How will the final merit be decided for ALP?
Ans: It will be 70% of Part A CBT marks and 30% of Aptitude Test marks.