By Rojgar Suvidha Career Desk | Wednesday, 2 September 2026 | Sarkari Naukri 2026
Quick Summary of RRC SR Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Railway Recruitment Cell Southern Railway (SR) |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentices (Fresher & Ex-ITI) |
| Total Vacancy | 4,471 Posts |
| Last Date to Apply | 27/09/2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 0 (Free for all categories) |
| Salary / Stipend | As per Railway Apprentice Rules |
| Official Website | sr.indianrailways.gov.in |
About RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Railway vacancy aa gayi. Southern Railway RRC SR ne Trade Apprentice posts ke liye official notification jaari kar diya hai. Total 4,471 posts hain — jinme 163 freshers ke liye aur 4,308 Ex-ITI candidates ke liye reserved hain. Roughly 2 to 3 lakh candidates is vacancy ke liye online apply karenge. Agar aap 10th pass ho ya ITI complete kar chuke ho, to ye aapke liye bina kisi exam fee ke Railway department mein entry lene ka badhiya chance hai.
Railway apprenticeship complete karne ke baad candidates ko future Railway Group D recruitment mein priority aur course completed act apprentices (CCAA) quota ka benefit milta hai. Permanent sarkari naukri 2026 ki tayari ke saath-saath practical training milna ek bada plus point hai. Notification PDF padhna thoda boring lagta hai — isliye Rojgar Suvidha ne saari important facts yahan simplify karke likh di hain.
Is form ko fill karne ki last date 27 September 2026 hai. Aapke paas form submit karne ke liye zyada samay nahi hai, isliye documents pehle se ready rakhein. (SC/ST aur Women candidates ke liye bhi koi fee nahi hai). Aaj, Wednesday, 2 September 2026 tak yeh information completely verified hai.
Rojgar Suvidha Expert View
4,471 vacancies — ye average size recruitment hai. Competition tight hoga, isliye preparation ke saath sahi form fill karna equally important hai. Ek bhi document missing hone par rejection ho sakti hai.
Important Dates for RRC Southern Railway Apprentices 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 28/08/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | N/A (No Fee) |
| Merit List / Schedule | As per Schedule |
Total Vacancy and Zone-wise Breakdown 2026
| Category Type | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trade Apprentices (Freshers) | 163 Posts |
| Trade Apprentices (Ex-ITI) | 4,308 Posts |
| Total Posts | 4,471 Posts |
Yahan alag-alag units aur divisions ke hisaab se vacancy distribution diya gaya hai:
| Factory / Division Name | Candidate Type | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur | Fresher | 80 |
| Central Workshop, Ponmalai | Fresher | 43 |
| Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, Podanur | Fresher | 20 |
| Railway Hospital, Perambur (MLT) | Fresher | 20 |
| Railway Hospital, Perambur | Ex-ITI | 1528 |
| Tiruchirappalli Division | Ex-ITI | 1292 |
| Salem Division | Ex-ITI | 628 |
| Palakkad Division | Ex-ITI | 488 |
| Madurai Division | Ex-ITI | 383 |
| Chennai Division | Ex-ITI | 335 |
| Trivandrum Division | Ex-ITI | 289 |
| Central Workshops, Ponmalai | Ex-ITI | 347 |
| Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur | Ex-ITI | 250 |
| Electrical Workshop, Perambur | Ex-ITI | 135 |
| Loco Works, Perambur | Ex-ITI | 128 |
| Signal & Telecom Workshop, Podanur | Ex-ITI | 83 |
| Engineering Workshop, Arakkonam | Ex-ITI | 35 |
| Engineering HQ, SR | Ex-ITI | 31 |
Eligibility Criteria for Southern Railway Apprentice 2026
Educational Qualification:
- For Freshers: Class 10th (Matriculation) or Class 12th passed with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
- For Ex-ITI Candidates: Class 10th High School passed with ITI / NCVT National Trade Certificate in relevant trade.
Age Limit Details:
- Minimum Age Required: 15 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 22 to 24 Years (Post and Trade wise)
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / General | 0 Years |
| OBC Category | 3 Years |
| SC / ST Category | 5 Years |
| PwD Candidates | 10 Years |
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 0/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Exs | Rs. 0/- |
(SC/ST aur baaki sabhi categories ke liye ye online application form bilkul free hai).
Stipend and Pay Scale Details
Railway Apprentice candidates ko monthly stipend diya jata hai jo Railway Recruitment Board ke rules ke mutabiq hota hai. Pay scale official notification se confirm karein.
Selection Process for RRC SR Apprentice 2026
- Merit List Generation: Candidates ke 10th class aur ITI marks ke basis par merit list banegi. Koi written exam nahi hoga.
- Document Verification: Merit list mein aane wale candidates ko original certificates verify karwane honge.
- Medical Examination: Basic fitness clearance ke baad final posting milegi.
How to Apply Online for Southern Railway Apprentice 2026
- Official website sr.indianrailways.gov.in par visit karein.
- Apprenticeship recruitment section mein RRC SR Trade Apprentice 2026 link par click karein.
- Naye page par registration number generate karein.
- Personal details, communication address aur qualification fill karein.
- Category, trade choice aur division select karein.
- Scan ki hui photo, signature aur ITI/10th mark-sheets upload karein.
- Form preview check karein aur details verify karein.
- Final submit karke application form ka printout download karke rakh lein.
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Documents Required for Application
- Qualifying Degree Certificate + All Marksheets
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
- 10th Certificate & Marksheet (Date of Birth proof)
- Aadhaar Card (self-attested photocopy)
- Passport Size Photograph (recent, formal background, 3.5x4.5 cm)
- Signature on White Paper
- Caste Certificate (OBC/SC/ST — issued by competent authority)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable, current year)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable — issued from CMO/Civil Surgeon)
Note: Always verify the complete document list from the official notification PDF before submitting your application.
Official Notification and Important Links
Railway Recruitment Cell Southern Railway official updates and important portal links:
- Official Website — Southern Railway Portal
- Latest Railway Jobs 2026
- Latest Sarkari Naukri 2026 | Sarkari Result 2026 | Admit Card 2026
Quick Checklist Before You Apply
Apply Karne Se Pehle Ye Zaroor Check Karo
- Eligibility: Minimum 15 years age and 10th pass (with 50% marks) or ITI NCVT certificate.
- Last Date: 27/09/2026
- Application Fee: Rs. 0 (Free for all)
- Key Document: NCVT National Trade Certificate / 10th Marksheet
- Selection Stage: Merit based on qualifying examination marks
- Pro Tip: NCVT Portal par apna NCVT MIS registration number verified rakhein kyunki Railway form fill karte waqt iski requirement hoti hai.
Frequently Asked Questions on Southern Railway Apprentice 2026
What is the last date to apply for Southern Railway Apprentice 2026?
How many total posts are available in RRC SR Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
What is the application fee for General and OBC candidates?
Is there any written exam for Southern Railway Apprentice selection?
What is the age limit for RRC SR Trade Apprentice 2026?
Can 10th pass freshers without ITI apply for this Railway job?
Where can I check the official notification PDF?
Toh aap abhi kya karein: (1) Official notification PDF download karo (2) Apni trade aur division wise posts check karo (3) Minimum qualification match hone par application form fill karo — last date 27/09/2026 hai. Agar koi question ho to Rojgar Suvidha team se comment section mein poochhein.
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