Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 4,471 Act Apprentice Slots
Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones
Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Railway Recruitment Cell, Southern Railway
Online Application Window
Application window closed on 27 Sept 2026
Stage 1: Preparation of Division / Trade-wise Merit List ba...
Preparation of Division / Trade-wise Merit List based on aggregate percentage marks in Matriculation (10th with minimum 50%) and ITI Trade Certificate (No Written Exam or Interview)
Stage 2: Shortlisting of Candidates in 1.5 times the vacanc...
Shortlisting of Candidates in 1.5 times the vacancy ratio for Document Verification (DV)
Stage 3: Offline Document Verification & Biometric Identity...
Offline Document Verification & Biometric Identity Verification at respective Railway Workshop/Division centres
Stage 4: Detailed Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examinatio...
Detailed Pre-Engagement Medical Fitness Examination by authorized Railway Medical Officers
15-Second Executive Decision Summary
Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification
4,471
Ex-ITI Act Apprentice (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter, Turner, etc.), Fresher Act Apprentice (Fitter, Welder, Painter, Medical Lab Technician)
15 – 24 Yrs
as on 28 Aug 2026
₹7,000–₹9,500
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout this Recruitment
Railway Recruitment Cell, Southern Railway (RRC SR) has announced the official engagement of 4,471 Act Apprentices across Workshops and Divisions in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka under Notification No. 01/2026/Act-Apprentice. The recruitment offers 4,308 slots for Ex-ITI candidates and 163 slots for Freshers across major railway units including Carriage & Wagon Works (Perambur), Golden Rock Central Workshop (Trichy), Signal & Telecom Workshop (Podanur), and Chennai/Madurai/Palakkad/Trivandrum divisions. Selection is conducted purely on 10th & ITI academic merit without any written exam or interview. Online applications close on 27 September 2026 at 17:00 hrs.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- Southern Railway mega apprentice drive for 4,471 training slots.
- 4,308 Ex-ITI trade slots and 163 Fresher / MLT slots across workshops & divisions.
- Selection purely on 10th & ITI marks merit list (No written test or interview).
- Age limit: 15 to 24 years (up to 29 years for SC/ST and 27 years for OBC).
- Online registration active until 27 September 2026 (5:00 PM) on sr.indianrailways.gov.in.
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
15 Years
Maximum Age
24 Years
* Age calculated as on: 28 August 2026
Category-Wise Age Relaxations:
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Important Dates & Timeline
Notification Released
28 August 2026
Application Start Date
28 August 2026
Last Date to Apply
27 September 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-ITI Act Apprentice (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Carpenter, Turner, etc.) | 4308 | ITI |
| Fresher Act Apprentice (Fitter, Welder, Painter, Medical Lab Technician) | 163 | TENTH PASS |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
Pay Level / Grade: Monthly stipend paid under the Apprentices Act 1961: ₹7,000/month for Freshers (School Passouts), ₹7,700/month for 1-year ITI, and ₹8,050 to ₹9,500/month for 2-year ITI / MLT apprentices.
Official Pay Scale
₹7,000 - ₹9,500 / month
₹11,750
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹1.57 LPA
Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer
Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
Stage 1: Academic Merit List Formulation (No Exam)
Exam Mode: Merit List based on 10th & ITI Marks (No Written Examination)
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Matriculation (10th) & ITI Trade Aggregate Marks | 0 | 100 |
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Merit Calculation Formula
0 / 3 doneHow to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.
Visit the authorized Southern Railway apprentice recruitment portal at https://sronline.etrpindia.com/rrcchennaiapprentice26/recruitmentIndex or https://sr.indianrailways.gov.in.
Select your applying unit (Perambur / Central Workshop Trichy / Podanur / Divisional Units) and category (Ex-ITI or Fresher).
Complete registration by submitting basic personal information, valid mobile number, and active email ID.
Enter 10th standard school marks and ITI trade marksheet details accurately.
Upload scanned copies of recent passport size photograph (20-50 KB), signature (10-20 KB), 10th marksheet, NCVT/SCVT ITI certificate, and Community Certificate.
Pay the non-refundable processing fee of ₹100 online via payment gateway (SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates skip to final step).
Submit the application and download the generated PDF acknowledgment slip for document verification reference.
Recent Passport Size Color Photograph
20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, light background
Scanned Signature of Candidate
10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white paper with blue/black ink
10th / Matriculation Marksheet & Passing Certificate
100 KB to 300 KB, clear readable PDF/JPG
National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT ITI Marksheet & Certificate)
100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format
Community / SC / ST / OBC / EWS / PwBD Certificate
100 KB to 300 KB, central government format
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Application Fee Details
Payment Modes: Online Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI Payment Gateway
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies in Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 4,471 Act Apprentice slots are available, comprising 4,308 Ex-ITI slots and 163 Fresher slots across Southern Railway divisions and workshops.
Is there any written examination for Southern Railway Apprentice 2026?
No, there is no written examination or interview. Selection is made strictly on the basis of the merit list prepared by calculating the average percentage of marks in 10th Class and ITI trade examination.
What is the educational qualification required for Southern Railway Apprentice?
For Ex-ITI posts: 10th Class (Matriculation) with minimum 50% aggregate marks plus National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) in relevant trade. For Freshers: 10th Class with minimum 50% marks (12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology for Medical Lab Technician).
What is the age limit for Southern Railway Apprentice 2026?
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as of 28 August 2026. Age relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST (up to 29 years), 3 years for OBC (up to 27 years), and 10 years for PwBD candidates (up to 34 years).
What is the monthly stipend for Southern Railway Apprentices?
Apprentices receive a monthly stipend under the Apprenticeship Rules: ₹7,000/month for Freshers, ₹7,700/month for 1-year ITI trades, and ₹8,050 to ₹9,500/month for 2-year ITI and Technician trades.
What is the application fee for RRC Southern Railway Apprentice 2026?
General, OBC, and EWS male candidates pay a non-refundable fee of ₹100. SC, ST, PwBD, and all female candidates are 100% exempt from fee payment.
What are the important dates for Southern Railway Apprentice application?
Online applications opened on 28 August 2026 and will close on 27 September 2026 at 17:00 hrs.
Which railway divisions and workshops are included in this recruitment?
Major participating units include Carriage & Wagon Works (Perambur), Loco Works (Perambur), Electrical Workshops, Golden Rock Workshop (Trichy), Signal & Telecom (Podanur), and Chennai, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, Salem, Palakkad, and Thiruvananthapuram divisions.
Does railway apprenticeship guarantee a permanent job in Indian Railways?
Apprenticeship is a 1-year skill training program under the Apprentices Act 1961. However, Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAAs) receive 20% quota reservation and relaxation in physical efficiency tests during RRB Level-1 (Group D) recruitments.
Last Date to Apply
27 September 2026
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RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Official Notification PDF
https://sronline.etrpindia.com/rrcchennaiapprentice26/notifications/Act%20Apprentices%20Notification%202026-27%20with%20enclosures.pdf
RRC Southern Railway Online Application Portal
https://sronline.etrpindia.com/rrcchennaiapprentice26/recruitmentIndex
Southern Railway Act Apprentice Information Section
https://sr.indianrailways.gov.in/view_section.jsp?lang=0&id=0,4,1618,1923
Southern Railway Official Portal
https://sr.indianrailways.gov.in
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