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Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 4308 Posts
Last Updated: 31 August 2026
Southern Railway has released Advertisement No. CPB/P1/98/Act/TP/Vol.XXI to engage 4308 Act Apprentices for one-year training. Eligible candidates with 10th, 12th or ITI qualification can apply online from 28 August 2026 to 27 September 2026 (05:00 PM).
About Southern Railway
Southern Railway is one of the major zones of Indian Railways headquartered in Chennai. It covers Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry and parts of Andhra Pradesh, and offers apprenticeship training across various workshops, divisions and units.
🔥 Key Highlights
- Organization: Southern Railway
- Notification No: CPB/P1/98/Act/TP/Vol.XXI
- Total Vacancies: 4308 Apprentice Posts
- Job Type: Apprentice Training (One Year)
- Locations: Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, Salem, Perambur, Ponmalai, Coimbatore, Arakkonam, Palakkad, Trivandrum
- Last Date: 27 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Apply Mode: Online
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Quick Summary
| Organization | Southern Railway |
| Notification No | CPB/P1/98/Act/TP/Vol.XXI |
| Employment Type | Apprentice Training |
| Duration | One Year |
| Total Posts | 4308 Apprentice Posts |
| Locations | Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, Salem, Perambur, Ponmalai, Coimbatore, Arakkonam, Palakkad, Trivandrum |
| Starting Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 27 September 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Recruitment Overview
Southern Railway has invited online applications for 4308 Act Apprentice posts under Fresher and Ex-ITI categories. Candidates who have passed 10th/12th or possess ITI in relevant trades can apply. Selection will be based on Merit List prepared from the marks obtained in the prescribed qualification, followed by Document Verification.
Why Join Southern Railway?
Apprenticeship training in Southern Railway provides practical industrial training in railway workshops and units, a monthly stipend, and valuable experience under the Apprentices Act. It is an excellent opportunity for 10th/ITI candidates seeking government training exposure.
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Job Openings
- Apprentice – 4308 Posts
Note: Detailed Trade-wise and Zone/Unit-wise vacancy distribution is available in the official notification. Candidates are advised to download and check the complete vacancy list.
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
Fresher Category
- Fitter, Painter & Welder: 10th/SSLC with minimum 50% aggregate marks under 10+2 system or equivalent
- Medical Laboratory Technician (Radiology, Pathology, Cardiology): 12th/HSC with minimum 50% aggregate marks under 10+2 system with Physics, Chemistry and Biology
Ex-ITI Category
- Fitter, Machinist, Wireman, Advance Welder, Plumber, Draughtsman (Civil), MMV, Turner, Diesel Mechanic, Carpenter, Painter, Welder (G&E), Instrument Mechanic, Mech. R&AC, Gas Cutter, MMTM & Structural Welder: 10th with minimum 50% marks + ITI in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT)
- Electrician: 10th with minimum 50% marks (with Science) + ITI in relevant trade
- Electronics Mechanic: 10th with minimum 50% marks (with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics) + ITI in relevant trade
- Secretarial Assistant & Stenographer (English): 12th + ITI in relevant trade
- Information and Communication Technology System Maintenance: 10th + ITI in relevant trade
- COPA/PASSA: 10th with minimum 50% marks + NCVT Certificate in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant
Period of Training
- Fresher – Welder / MLT: 1 Year 3 Months
- Fresher – Fitter & Painter: 2 Years
- Ex-ITI: Rebate in training duration as per Apprentices Rules 1992 (as amended)
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (As on 27.09.2026)
- Candidates should have completed 15 years of age
- Should not have completed 22 years (Freshers) / 24 years (Ex-ITI & MLT Category)
Age Relaxation:
- +5 Years for SC/ST
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- PwBD: +10 Years (UR), +13 Years (OBC), +15 Years (SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government rules
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Stipend
- Fresher (10th Standard) – Rs.8,200/- per month
- Fresher (12th Standard) – Rs.9,600/- per month
- Ex-ITI – Rs.9,600/- per month
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Merit List (based on marks in the prescribed qualification)
- Document / Certificate Verification
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
- SC / ST / Women / PwBD – Nil
- Other Candidates – Rs.100/-
- Payment Mode: Online
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Visit the official Southern Railway website: https://sr.indianrailways.gov.in/
- Go to the Careers / Recruitment section
- Apply online between 28 August 2026 and 27 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Fill the application form carefully, upload required documents and pay the fee (if applicable)
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
✅ Fact-Check Note: All details have been compiled from the official notification (Advt. No. CPB/P1/98/Act/TP/Vol.XXI). Candidates are strongly advised to download the official notification and verify the complete trade-wise & unit-wise vacancies, eligibility and application process on the Southern Railway website before applying.
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Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment FAQ
Q: Total number of vacancies?
A: 4308 Apprentice Posts
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 27 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
Q: What is the educational qualification?
A: 10th/12th with minimum 50% marks (Fresher) or 10th/12th + ITI in relevant trade (Ex-ITI)
Q: What is the age limit?
A: 15 to 22 years (Fresher) / 15 to 24 years (Ex-ITI & MLT)
Q: What is the stipend?
A: Rs.8,200/- to Rs.9,600/- per month
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Merit List + Certificate Verification
Q: Is there any application fee?
A: Rs.100/- for others; Nil for SC/ST/Women/PwBD
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