South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2801 Act Apprentice Posts
South Central Railway (SCR) has issued a notification for engagement of 2801 Act Apprentices for the training year 2025–26 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment covers multiple technical trades such as Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Diesel Mechanic, and others across various divisions and workshops. This apprenticeship program provides skill development opportunities for eligible ITI-qualified candidates through practical training in railway units.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 11 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 12 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 April 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 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 Vehicle | 12 |
| Painter | 32 |
| Welder | 202 |
| Total | 2801 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: 10th pass with minimum 50% aggregate marks and ITI certificate in relevant trade from NCVT/SCVT recognized institute.
- Other Conditions: Candidates must possess required qualifications at the time of application and should belong to eligible regions under SCR jurisdiction.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years (as on 11 April 2026)
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per rules
Application Fee
- UR / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100
- SC / ST / Female / PwBD / Transgender: No Fee
- Payment Mode: Online
Selection Process
- Merit list based on average of 10th and ITI marks
- No written examination or interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Test
Stipend
- Stipend will be paid as per Railway Board apprenticeship rules during training
How to Apply
- Visit: Official Website
- Navigate to the RRC-SCR recruitment section.
- Register and complete the online application form.
- Upload required documents and pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application and keep a copy for reference.