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South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026

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South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Brief Information

South Central Railway (SCR) has released a recruitment notification for 2801 Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates who have passed 10th Class with 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade are eligible to apply. Key details such as age limit, qualification, important dates, trade-wise vacancies, and apply online link are provided below. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website of SCR.

Overview

Organization/Department	South Central Railway (SCR)
Post Name	Act Apprentice
Qualification	10th with 50% + ITI (NCVT/SCVT)
Age Limit	15 to 24 Years (Relaxation as per rules)
Apply Date	12-03-2026 (17:00 hrs)
Last Date	11-04-2026 (23:59 hrs)
Apply Fees	₹100 (No fee for SC/ST/Female/PwBD)
Salary (Monthly)	Stipend as per Apprenticeship Rules
Job Location	Telangana, AP, Maharashtra, Karnataka, TN, MP
Apply Mode	Online only
Official Website	https://scr.indianrailways.gov.in
Join on Whatsapp	WhatsApp Channel WhatsApp Group

Age Limit (as on 11-04-2026)

Minimum: 15 years — Maximum: 24 years for UR/EWS (Relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC-NCL +3 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen +10 yrs)

Community	Born Between (Inclusive)
UR / EWS	11-04-2002 to 11-04-2011
SC / ST	11-04-1997 to 11-04-2011
OBC-NCL	11-04-1999 to 11-04-2011
Ex-Servicemen/PwBD (UR)	11-04-1992 to 11-04-2011
Ex-Servicemen/PwBD (SC/ST)	11-04-1987 to 11-04-2011
Ex-Servicemen/PwBD (OBC)	11-04-1989 to 11-04-2011

Qualification

Educational: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.
Technical: ITI certificate in the notified trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute.
Note: Engineering graduates/diploma holders are NOT eligible.

Important Dates

Notification Date	12-03-2026
Apply Start	12-03-2026 (17:00 hrs)
Last Date to Apply	11-04-2026 (23:59 hrs)
Last Date to Pay Fees Online	11-04-2026 (23:59 hrs)
Correction Date	Not Applicable (No modification after submit)
Admit Card Release Date	Not Applicable (No written exam)
Exam Date	No written test / viva-voce

Vacancy Details (Total: 2801)

S.No.	Trade	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR	Total	PwBD	ExSM
1	AC Mechanic	38	19	67	25	102	251	10	8
2	Carpenter	3	2	6	2	9	22	1	1
3	COPA	27	14	49	18	73	181	7	5
4	Diesel Mechanic	16	8	28	10	43	105	4	3
5	Electrician	189	95	339	124	511	1258	51	38
6	Electronic Mechanic	13	7	24	8	36	88	4	3
7	Fitter	81	40	146	53	219	539	22	16
8	Industrial Electronics	5	2	9	3	14	33	1	1
9	Machinist	8	4	15	5	22	54	2	2
10	MMTM	4	2	6	2	10	24	1	1
11	Motor Mechanic	2	1	3	1	5	12	0	0
12	Painter	5	2	9	3	13	32	1	1
13	Welder	30	15	55	20	82	202	8	6
Total	All Trades	421	211	756	274	1139	2801	112	85

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Eligible Districts (Jurisdiction of SCR)

State	Eligible Districts
Telangana	All districts
Andhra Pradesh	All districts EXCEPT Manyam, Srikakulam, Vijayanagaram
Maharashtra	Akola, Amaravati, Aurangabad, Beed, Chandrapur, Hingoli, Jalna, Latur, Nanded, Nasik, Parbhani, Washim, Yavatmal
Karnataka	Balki, Bellari, Belgam, Bidar, Gulbarga, Kalaburgi, Raichur, Yadgir
Tamilnadu	Vellore
Madhya Pradesh	Burhanpur, Khandwa

Selection Process

1. Merit list based on average percentage of 10th marks (50% minimum) and ITI marks (equal weightage).
2. No written exam or viva-voce.
3. Document Verification (DV).
4. Medical Fitness Certificate (as per prescribed format).

Component	Weightage	Details
10th Marks	50%	Minimum 50% aggregate required
ITI Marks	50%	NCVT/SCVT recognized trade
Tie-breaking	Age	Older candidate preferred; then earlier 10th pass

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹100 (non-refundable)
• SC/ST/Female/Transgender/PwBD: No fee
• Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI)

Apply Process

1. Visit official SCR website: https://scr.indianrailways.gov.in → About Us → RRC-SCR.
2. Click on “ONLINE ACT APPRENTICE APPLICATION”.
3. Register with state, district, mobile, email; verify via OTP.
4. Fill personal, educational, and technical details.
5. Choose priority/preference for Railway Establishments (training units).
6. Upload photo (≤1 MB, JPEG, 100 DPI, not older than 3 months), signature (≤1 MB), and certificates (PDF ≤2 MB).
7. Complete RDAT registration on www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and enter registration number.
8. Preview all details → Submit (no modification after submission).
9. Pay fee (if applicable).
10. Download/print final application form.

Documents Required (to be uploaded)

• SSC/10th Marksheet
• Date of Birth Proof
• ITI Marksheet (all semesters)
• NCVT/SCVT National Trade Certificate
• RDAT Registration Form (from apprenticeshipindia.gov.in)
• Community Certificate (Annexure B for SC/ST, Annexure C for OBC) + OBC NCL Self-Declaration (Annexure D)
• PwBD Disability Certificate (Annexure G/H – 40%+ disability)
• EWS Certificate (Annexure E, if applicable)
• Medical Certificate (Annexure F – from Gazetted Asst. Surgeon or above)
• Ex-Servicemen: Discharge Certificate / Serving Certificate

Important Instructions

• Valid Aadhaar or 28-digit Enrolment ID required.
• Same email ID & mobile number must be maintained throughout process.
• No modification after final submission.
• Allocation based on merit & preferences.
• Canvassing = disqualification.
• No TA/DA for Document Verification.
• No change of trade/division/workshop after selection.
• No guarantee of employment after apprenticeship.
• Legal jurisdiction: Hyderabad city only.
• Beware of fraudulent websites; use only official SCR site.

Important Links

Official Notification	Detailed PDF Notification (Read carefully)
Apply Online	Apply Here @ SCR Official Website
Social	WhatsApp Channel WhatsApp Group
Messaging	Telegram Group YouTube Channel
Social	Facebook Page Instagram Page X (Twitter) Account

RRB Western Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Brief Information

Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Western Railway has released notification No. RRC/WR/04/2025 Apprentice for engagement of 5,349 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates who have passed Matriculation (10th) with 50% marks and possess relevant ITI (NCVT) certificate can apply online from 21 February 2026 to 23 March 2026. All details regarding age limit, qualification, vacancy trade‑wise, fee and selection process are given below.

Overview

Organization/Department	RRC / Western Railway
Post Name	Act Apprentice (under Apprentices Act 1961)
Qualification	10th pass (50% marks) + ITI (NCVT) in relevant trade
Age Limit	15 to 24 years (with relaxations)
Apply Date	21 February 2026 @ 11:00 hrs
Last Date	23 March 2026 @ 17:00 hrs
Apply Fees	₹100 (General/OBC); SC/ST/PwBD/Women – Nil
Salary (Monthly)	Stipend as per Railway Board rules
Job Location	Various Divisions/Workshops under Western Railway
Apply Mode	Online
Official Website	www.rrc-wr.com
Join on Whatsapp	WhatsApp Channel WhatsApp Group

Age Limit (as on 23/03/2026)

Minimum: 15 years — Maximum: 24 years (UR)

Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years (additional over category), Ex‑Servicemen – as per norms.

Detailed category‑wise permissible birth dates are given in the official notification (Page 2).

Qualification (as on 18/02/2026)

Educational: Matriculation (10th) with minimum 50% aggregate marks (all subjects, not best of five).

Technical: ITI certificate (NCVT) in the relevant trade. Engineering graduates / diploma holders are NOT eligible.

Important Dates

Notification Date	18-Feb-2026
Apply Start	21-Feb-2026 @ 11:00 hrs
Last Date to Apply	23-Mar-2026 @ 17:00 hrs
Last Date to Pay Fees Online	23-Mar-2026 (integrated with application)
Correction Date	Not specified – fill carefully
Admit Card Release Date	No written exam – direct merit list
Exam Date	No written exam – selection based on marks

Vacancy Details – Trade wise (Total 5349 slots)

S.No.	Trade Name	Total Slots	ITI Trade accepted
1	Fitter	1614	Fitter
2	Electrician	1217	Electrician
3	Welder	532	Welder
4	PASSA (Programming & Systems Admin Asst)	280	Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA)
5	Electronic Mechanic	236	Electronics Mechanic
6	Mechanic (Diesel)	207	Diesel Mechanic
7	Painter (General)	190	Painter (General)
8	Carpenter	184	Carpenter
9	Refrigerator & AC Mechanic	184	Mechanic Refrigeration & AC
10	Pipe Fitter	176	Plumber / Pipe Fitter
11	Plumber	136	Plumber
12	Wireman	126	Wireman / Electrician
13	Draftsman (Civil)	87	Draftsman (Civil)
14	Turner	75	Turner
15	Stenographer	40	Stenography (English)
16	Machinist (Grinder)	25	Turner / Machinist / Machinist (Grinder)
17	Forger & Heat Treater	16	Forger & Heat Treater
18	Machinist	14	Machinist
19	Mechanic Motor Vehicle	10	Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)

Category-wise total (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) – UR:2166, SC:800, ST:396, OBC:1435, EWS:552 (reservations for PwBD & Ex‑Servicemen are horizontal).

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Selection Process

1. Merit list based on average of Matriculation (50% aggregate) and ITI marks (equal weightage).
2. No written test / interview.
3. Document Verification (DV) with Medical Certificate (Annexure G).
4. Tie‑breaking: older candidate > earlier Matriculation pass.

How to Calculate Merit Marks

• Matriculation: total marks of all subjects (not best of five); convert CGPA to actual percentage.
• ITI: average marks of all semesters as per consolidated marksheet.
• Final merit = (Matric % + ITI %) / 2.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST / PwBD / Women	Nil

Payment via Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking.

Documents to Upload (scanned)

1. 10th marksheet & certificate (proof of DOB).
2. Consolidated ITI marksheets (all semesters) & National Trade Certificate.
3. Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC‑NCL) in Central Govt format (OBC‑NCL valid for 2025‑26).
4. EWS certificate (Annexure H) if applicable.
5. PwBD certificate (Annexure E/F) if applicable.
6. Discharge/Serving certificate for Ex‑Servicemen category.
7. Recent colour photograph (3.5×3.5 cm, 20‑70 KB) and signature (20‑30 KB).

Note: Certificates in language other than Hindi/English must be accompanied by attested translation.

Medical & Physical Standards

• Medical certificate from Govt. doctor (Gazetted, Asst. Surgeon or above) in Annexure G format.
• Minimum height 137 cm, weight 25.4 kg, chest expansion 3.8 cm (relaxation if certified fit for specific trade).
• Visual acuity, hearing, etc. as per standards; specific permissible disabilities for PwBD candidates are detailed in notification (Pages 5‑6).

Training & Stipend

Training period: 1 year. Stipend: as per Railway Board rules.

No guarantee of employment after apprenticeship. Free medical treatment for injuries during training. No hostel accommodation.

Key Info	Details
Notification No.	RRC/WR/04/2025 Apprentice, dated 18/02/2026
Total slots	5349 (increase/decrease possible)
Reservation	SC/ST/OBC/EWS + 4% PwBD + 3% Ex‑Servicemen (horizontal)
Choice of Division	Only one division/workshop to be opted; final allotment by merit.

Apply Process

1. Visit www.rrc-wr.com and fill online application carefully.
2. Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
3. Pay fees online (if applicable) through payment gateway.
4. Submit and download application form for future reference.

Important Links

Official Notification	Download Notification PDF (including annexures)
Apply Online	https://www.rrc-wr.com (apply link active 21/02/2026)
Social	WhatsApp Channel WhatsApp Group
Messaging	Telegram Group YouTube Channel
Social	Facebook Page Instagram Page X (Twitter) Account

Important Advisory

RRC/WR never appoints agents. No TA/DA for document verification. Candidates are advised to visit only official website www.rrc-wr.com. Any attempt to influence or use unfair means will lead to disqualification. Legal matters fall under Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Mumbai jurisdiction.

Note: Always verify details in the official notification before applying.