RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 4471 Posts
Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Southern Railway has
released Act Apprentices Notification No. 01/2026
for engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
A total of 4,471 Apprentice slots are available
under this recruitment drive. These include
163 Fresher slots and 4,308 Ex-ITI
slots across various Southern Railway divisions, workshops and units.
The online application process started on
28 August 2026 and the last date to submit the
online application is 27 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Eligible candidates should read the official notification carefully
before submitting their application.
RRC Southern Railway Apprentice 2026 – Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Date |
28 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
28 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date |
27 September 2026 |
| Application Closing Time |
5:00 PM |
| Shortlisted Candidates for Document Verification |
15 October 2026 (Tentative) |
Important:
Candidates should complete the application before
27 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. The document
verification shortlist date is tentative and may be updated by
Southern Railway.
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹100/- |
| SC / ST |
Exempted |
| PwBD |
Exempted |
| Women Candidates |
Exempted |
The applicable processing fee is to be paid through the online
payment facility available during the application process.
Age Limit
Minimum Age:
15 Years
Maximum Age:
24 Years
Age relaxation for eligible reserved categories will be applicable
as per the Railway / Apprenticeship rules.
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SC / ST candidates – 5 years relaxation in upper age limit.
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OBC candidates – 3 years relaxation in upper age limit.
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PwBD candidates – relaxation as applicable under the rules.
RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Category |
Total Slots |
| Fresher Category |
163 |
| Ex-ITI Category |
4,308 |
| Total |
4,471 |
Fresher Category Vacancy
| Unit / Workshop |
Trade / Area |
Slots |
|
Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur
|
Fitter, Welder, Painter
|
80
|
|
Central Workshop, Ponmalai
|
Fitter, Welder (G&E)
|
43
|
|
Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, Podanur
|
Fitter
|
20
|
|
Railway Hospital, Perambur
|
MLT – Radiology, Pathology, Cardiology
|
20
|
|
Fresher Total
|
—
|
163
|
Ex-ITI Category Vacancy
| Group |
Units / Areas Covered |
Slots |
|
CW Group
|
Carriage & Wagon Works Perambur, Chennai Division,
Electrical Workshop, Engineering Workshop Arakkonam,
HQ/SR, Loco Works, Railway Hospital
|
1,528
|
|
GOC Group
|
Central Workshops Ponmalai, Madurai Division,
Tiruchirappalli Division
|
1,292
|
|
Signal & Telecom Workshop Group
|
Palakkad Division, Salem Division,
S&T Workshop Podanur, Trivandrum Division
|
1,488
|
|
Ex-ITI Total
|
—
|
4,308
|
Educational Qualification
Fresher Category
-
For Fitter, Painter and Welder trades, candidates should have
passed Class 10th under the 10+2 system or
equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks.
-
For Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), candidates should have
passed Class 12th / 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry
and Biology and at least 50% marks.
Ex-ITI Category
-
Candidates should have passed 10th Class with
at least 50% aggregate marks.
-
Candidates should possess the required
National Trade Certificate (NTC) in the relevant
trade issued by NCVT / SCVT or equivalent qualification as
prescribed.
-
The ITI qualification must be in the relevant trade applicable
to the apprenticeship.
Important:
Educational qualification and trade requirements can vary according
to the selected apprenticeship. Candidates should check the official
Notification No. 01/2026 for the complete trade-wise
eligibility conditions.
Major Trades Available
- Fitter
- Welder (G&E)
- Painter
- Electrician
- Mechanic R&AC
- Wireman
- Electronics Mechanic
- Diesel Mechanic
- Machinist
- Turner
- Carpenter
- Plumber
- Draughtsman (Civil)
- Gas Cutter
- Structural Welder
- MMTM
- COPA / PASAA
- Secretarial Assistant & Stenographer (English)
- ICTSM
- Medical Laboratory Technician
Monthly Stipend
| Category |
Stipend |
| Fresher – 10th Standard |
₹8,200/- Per Month |
| Fresher – 12th Standard / MLT |
₹9,600/- Per Month |
| Ex-ITI |
₹9,600/- Per Month |
Note:
Stipend details are subject to the applicable apprenticeship
rules and conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Process
Candidates for RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
will be shortlisted through a merit-based selection
process.
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Merit List based on qualifying examination marks.
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For Ex-ITI candidates, ITI marks are also considered as prescribed.
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Document Verification for shortlisted candidates.
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Medical fitness / other applicable formalities as prescribed.
Important:
This recruitment is for apprenticeship training under the
Apprentices Act, 1961. It is not a direct regular railway
employment recruitment.
Important Information About Apprenticeship
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The engagement is for apprenticeship training under the
Apprentices Act, 1961.
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Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee regular employment
in Indian Railways.
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Selected candidates have to execute the required apprenticeship
contract before commencement of training.
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Candidates shortlisted for document verification must produce
the required original documents.
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Candidates are responsible for arranging their own accommodation
and other personal facilities during training.
How to Apply for RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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Visit the official Southern Railway website.
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Go to the Personnel Branch / Act Apprentice 2026
section under the official notifications.
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Read Notification No. 01/2026 carefully.
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Open the online application portal.
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Select the applicable category – Fresher or Ex-ITI.
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Enter personal, educational and other required details accurately.
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Enter the required Aadhaar and educational information as instructed.
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Upload photograph, signature, marksheets, ITI certificate and
other required documents.
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Pay the applicable ₹100 processing fee if required.
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Review the complete application before final submission.
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Submit the application before
27 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
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Save or print the submitted application and acknowledgement
for future reference.
Important Links
Official Website:
Southern Railway ki official recruitment notifications,
Act Apprentice updates, eligibility details and document
verification information check karne ke liye
Official Website button par click karein.
Apply Online:
RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 ka online
application submit karne ke liye Apply Online
button par click karein.
Important:
Apply Online button Southern Railway ke official online
application portal par le jayega. Wahan
Notification No. 01/2026 select karke
Fresher / Ex-ITI category ke according application complete karein.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
It is an Act Apprentice engagement drive by Railway Recruitment Cell,
Southern Railway under Notification No. 01/2026 for apprenticeship
training in various trades.
How many apprentice slots are available?
A total of 4,471 apprentice slots are available,
including 163 Fresher and 4,308 Ex-ITI slots.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is
27 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
What is the application fee?
The processing fee is ₹100/- for applicable
candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and Women candidates are exempted
from the fee.
What is the age limit?
The minimum age is 15 years and the maximum age is
24 years, subject to applicable relaxation rules.
What is the qualification for Ex-ITI candidates?
Candidates should generally have passed 10th with at least
50% aggregate marks and possess the required National Trade
Certificate in the relevant trade as prescribed in the notification.
What is the selection process?
Candidates are shortlisted through a merit-based process based on
the prescribed qualifying examination and ITI marks, followed by
document verification and applicable formalities.
Is this a regular Railway job?
No. This recruitment is for apprenticeship training under the
Apprentices Act, 1961. Completion of apprenticeship does not
guarantee regular employment in Indian Railways.
Where can I apply online?
Candidates can apply through the official Southern Railway
online application portal and select Notification No. 01/2026.
Disclaimer:
This page is prepared for informational purposes. Candidates should
carefully read the official Southern Railway Act Apprentices
Notification No. 01/2026 and verify all vacancy details, trade-wise
eligibility, dates, age limit, fee, stipend, selection process and
other conditions before submitting the application. Apprenticeship
engagement should not be treated as a guarantee of regular employment.
