Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 4471 Posts, Apply by 27 Sept

Job Summary:
• Who: Southern Railway (SR), Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur
• What: Act Apprentice — 4471 vacancies (Fresher: 163, Ex-ITI: 4308)
• When: 28 August 2026 — 27 September 2026 (till 5:00 PM)
• Where: Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, and parts of Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka
• Apply: Online

Key Dates — Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Who Can Apply — Southern Railway Act Apprentice 2026

You can apply if you meet these conditions:

• Education: Passed 10th class (Matriculation) OR ITI in a relevant trade from a recognized board/institute.
• Age: Between 15 to 24 years as on the cut-off date. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per government rules.

Stipend Details

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. The exact amount is not specified in the notification.

Application Fees

Note: Fee details will be updated once officially confirmed.

Vacancy Breakdown — Southern Railway Act Apprentice 2026

Vacancies are distributed across various divisions, workshops, and units under Southern Railway’s jurisdiction.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on:

1. Merit List: Prepared using the marks obtained in 10th class and ITI (if applicable).
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original documents.

Note: This is a training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961. There is no guarantee of employment after completing the training.

How to Apply for Southern Railway Act Apprentice 2026

Follow these steps to submit your application:

1. Visit the official website: sronline.etrpindia.com.
2. Click on the “Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026” link.
3. Register using your mobile number and email ID. Use our Railway Photo Resizer to prepare your photo and signature as per the required dimensions.
4. Fill in the application form with your personal, educational, and contact details.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents (10th/ITI certificates, caste certificate if applicable).
6. Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
7. Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Apply only once. Multiple applications may lead to rejection.
• Ensure all documents are clear and legible.
• Provide a valid email ID and mobile number for communication.
• The training period will be as per the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Important Links

• Apply Online: Click Here
• Official Notification PDF: Download Now
• Official Website: sr.indianrailways.gov.in