South Central Railway, under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has invited online applications for engagement of 2801 Act Apprentices for one-year training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in various trades for the year 2025-26. The South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 2801 Vacancies Online Registration process starts from 12th March 2026 and closes on 11th April 2026.
South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Act Apprentices (Various Trades) |
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| Total Vacancies |
2801 Posts |
| Age Limit |
15-24 years as on 11/04/2026 (relaxations applicable) |
| Stipend |
As per prescribed rates under Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Minimum Qualification |
10th Pass (min 50%) + ITI in relevant trade |
| Application Fee |
₹100 (exempt for SC/ST/Female/Transgender/PwBD) |
| Selection Process |
Merit List (10th + ITI marks) + Document Verification + Medical Fitness |
| Job Location |
Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu & Madhya Pradesh districts |
| Last Date |
11 April 2026 |
✅ South Central Railway Apprentice Vacancy 2026 List:
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Trade |
No. of Vacancies |
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| AC Mechanic | 251 |
| Carpenter | 22 |
| COPA | 181 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 105 |
| Electrician | 1258 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 88 |
| Fitter | 539 |
| Industrial Electronics | 33 |
| Machinist | 54 |
| MMTM | 24 |
| Motor Mechanic | 12 |
| Painter | 32 |
| Welder | 202 |
| Total = 2801 Posts | |
✅ South Central Railway Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026:
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Category |
Age Limit (as on 11.04.2026) |
Educational Qualification |
Additional Requirements |
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Act Apprentice (All Trades) |
15 – 24 years (5 years SC/ST, 3 years OBC relaxation + PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) |
10th Pass with minimum 50% marks + ITI Certificate in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) |
Domicile of specified districts + Medical Fitness Certificate |
✅ South Central Railway Apprentice Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
- Merit List prepared on average percentage of marks in 10th Class & ITI (equal weightage)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
✅ South Central Railway Apprentice Application Fee:
- General / OBC / EWS / Others: ₹100/- (Non-refundable)
- SC / ST / Female / Transgender / PwBD: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
✅ Important Dates:
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Commencement of Online Registration |
12 March 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
11 April 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
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South Central Railway Apprentice Detailed Notification PDF |
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South Central Railway Apprentice Apply Online Link |
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Latest Railway Jobs List |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply online only. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit https://scr.onlineregister.org.in/home and complete Registration.
➢ Step 2: Fill Personal Details, Educational/Technical Qualification and upload Photo/Signature + all required documents (10th marksheet, ITI certificate, RDAT registration, community certificate, medical certificate etc.).
➢ Step 3: Select trade preferences and submit the application.
➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee (if applicable) online and take a printout of the submitted form.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
2801 Act Apprentice posts.
What is the age limit for South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
15 to 24 years as on 11 April 2026 (with applicable relaxations).
What is the stipend in South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
As per prescribed rates under Apprentices Act, 1961.
What is the selection process for South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Merit List (average of 10th & ITI percentage) + Document Verification + Medical Fitness.
What is the application fee for South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
₹100 (exempt for SC/ST/Female/Transgender/PwBD candidates).
What are the important dates for South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Online Application: 12 March 2026 to 11 April 2026.