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The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Southern Railway has launched a substantial recruitment drive for Act Apprentice positions.
A total of 3,518 vacancies are up for grabs across various divisions, offering a great opportunity for skilled and motivated candidates.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 25 August 2025 |
| Application Deadline | 25 September 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 25 September 2025 |
| Document Verification List | Around 7 October 2025 |
Applications must be submitted online via the Southern Railway website: sr.indianrailways.gov.in.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Workshop/Unit | Number of Apprentices |
|---|---|
| Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur | 1,394 |
| Central Workshop, Golden Rock | 857 |
| Signal & Telecom Workshop, Podanur | 1,267 |
| Total | 3,518 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Freshers:
- Must have passed Class 10 (minimum 50% aggregate).
- Some trades may require Class 12 with PCM/B for MLT roles.
- Ex-ITI Candidates:
- Must have passed Class 10 (minimum 50%) and hold an ITI certificate in a relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT).
- Age Limit (as on cutoff date):
- Freshers: Up to 22 years
- Ex-ITI (and MLT): Up to 24 years
- Age relaxations apply: OBC-NCL (+3 yrs), SC/ST (+5 yrs), PwBD (+10 yrs)
Stipend Details
- Freshers (10th pass): ₹6,000/month
- Freshers (12th pass): ₹7,000/month
- Ex-ITI candidates: ₹7,000/month
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women: No fee
Selection Process
- Merit-Based: No written exam.
- Freshers: Merit based on Class 10 marks.
- Ex-ITI: Combined weightage of Class 10 and ITI marks.
- MLT: Based on Class 12 marks in PCM/B.
- Tie-Breaker: Preference given to older candidates and earlier year of passing if scores are tied.
- Document Verification and Medical Fitness are mandatory. There is no guaranteed job placement upon completion, though preference may be given in future recruitment rounds.
How to Apply
- Visit the official site:
sr.indianrailways.gov.in. - Register using valid email and mobile number.
- Fill in academic and personal details.
- Upload required documents (e.g., mark sheets, ITI certificate, ID, photographs).
- Pay application fee (if applicable).
- Submit application and download confirmation.
Why This Recruitment Matters
- Skill-Driven Entry: Enables technically trained youth (ITI, Class 10/12) to get hands-on experience in Indian Railways.
- Wide Geographical Reach: Posts available across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry.
- Stable Career Path: Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act of 1961 provides structured technical training.
In Summary
- Vacancies: 3,518 Apprentice positions across multiple workshops and divisions.
- Apply From: 25 Aug to 25 Sep 2025 via
sr.indianrailways.gov.in. - Eligibility: Class 10/12 and ITI-based criteria; age limit up to 22/24 years.
- Selection: Merit-based, no exam, followed by verification.
- Stipend: ₹6,000 – ₹7,000/month depending on category.
