Southern Railway Apprentice 2026 — 4471 Posts, Apply by 27 Sep
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Job Summary:
• Who: Southern Railway - Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC SR)
• What: Trade Apprentice (Freshers & Ex-ITI) - 4471 vacancies
• When: 28 August 2026 - 27 September 2026
• Where: Chennai, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
• Apply: Online
Key Dates - Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Application Begin | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 September 2026 |
| Exam Date / Merit | As per schedule |
Application Fees - RRC SR Apprentice 2026
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | Rs 0/- |
| Payment Mode | Online or offline |
Age Limit - Southern Railway Apprentice 2026
Age is calculated as on 28 August 2026.
| Minimum Age | 15 years |
| Maximum Age (Fresher) | 22 years |
| Maximum Age (Ex-ITI) | 24 years |
Age relaxation is available as per Southern Railway rules.
Vacancy Details & Eligibility - RRC SR Apprentices 2026
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| Post | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Apprentice - Freshers | 163 | Class 10th or Class 12th with minimum 50% marks. |
| Trade Apprentice - Ex-ITI | 4308 | Class 10th / Matric with ITI / NCVT certificate in related trade. |
Zone / Factory Wise Vacancies
| Factory / Zone | Type | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur | Fresher | 80 |
| Central Workshop, Ponmalai | Fresher | 43 |
| S&T Workshop, Podanur, Coimbatore | Fresher | 20 |
| Railway Hospital, Perambur (Medical Lab Technician) | Fresher | 20 |
| Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur | Ex-ITI | 1528 |
| Central Workshops, Ponmalai | Ex-ITI | 1292 |
| S&T Workshop, Podanur, Coimbatore | Ex-ITI | 1488 |
Total of all categories is 4471 posts.
Selection Process - Southern Railway Apprentice 2026
The selection is done on the basis of merit. A merit list will be prepared. The exam date will be announced later. Check the official notification for complete details.
How to Apply - RRC SR Apprentice Online Form 2026
Follow these simple steps to apply:
- Read the official notification carefully to check your eligibility.
- Keep your documents ready - photo, signature, ID proof, and education certificates.
- Visit the official online application link. It is open from 28 August 2026.
- Fill in your details carefully. Check the preview before final submission.
- Pay the application fee if it applies to you.
- Submit the form and take a printout for your records.
If you need to resize your photo or signature, you can use online tools before uploading.
Important Links - Southern Railway RRC SR Apprentices 2026
• Apply Online: Link will be active soon
• Official Notification: Download PDF
• Official Website: Visit Southern Railway
