Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 4471 Posts
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Indian Railways / Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
Compiled from official notificationIndian Railways RRB is recruiting 4,471 candidates across southern India for fresher and ex-ITI positions. Eligible applicants from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Puducherry, and select districts in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka can apply. Selection is merit-based on educational marks with no written exam.
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Apply Start
28 Aug 2026
Last Date
27 Sept 2026
Vacancies
4,471
Application Fee
₹100
Salary
Fresher's - 10th Std: Rs. 8,200/-; Fresher's - 12th Std: Rs. 9,600/-; Ex-ITI: Rs. 9,600/-
About this Recruitment
Indian Railways / Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced an official apprenticeship training program for Southern Railway Act Apprentice. The notification announces a total of 4,471 vacancies distributed across 7 cadre specializations. Selected personnel are entitled to a notified pay scale of ₹8,200.
Candidates are advised to review the official notification for detailed educational and age requirements. Selection of candidates will follow the merit and evaluation standards prescribed in the official notification. The application window for this recruitment concluded on 27 September 2026. Railway Recruitment Boards manage competitive hiring for technical, non-technical, and supervisory cadres across the Indian Railways network.
Official Recruitment Overview
Official Source Verified- Organization
- Indian Railways / Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Location
- National
- Official Website
- https://sr.indianrailways.gov.in/
Important Dates
- Notification Date 28 Aug 2026
- Online Application Start Date 28 Aug 2026
- Online Application Last Date 27 Sept 2026
- Tentative Publication of Shortlist for Document Verification 15 Oct 2026
Vacancy Details
| Sr | Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter, Welder, Painter | 80 |
| 2 | Fitter, Welder (G&E) | 43 |
| 3 | Fitter | 20 |
| 4 | MLT (Radiology, Pathology, Cardiology) | 20 |
| 5 | Perambur C&W, Chennai Division (multiple sections), Electrical Workshop Perambur, Engineering Workshop Arakkonam, Engineering HQ/SR, Loco Works Perambur, Railway Hospital Perambur | 1528 |
| 6 | Ponmalai, Madurai Division, Tiruchirappalli Division | 1292 |
| 7 | Palakkad Division, Salem Division, Podanur Workshop, Trivandrum Division | 1488 |
Application Fee
No separate category-wise fee was listed on the source notification — refer the official PDF for any category-specific concession.
Contractual Monthly Honorarium / Pay
Post-Wise Job Profile & Service Framework
Notified Positions & Vacancy Breakdown
- Fitter, Welder, Painter: 80 Posts
- Fitter, Welder (G&E): 43 Posts
- Fitter: 20 Posts
- MLT (Radiology, Pathology, Cardiology): 20 Posts
- Perambur C&W, Chennai Division (multiple sections), Electrical Workshop Perambur, Engineering Workshop Arakkonam, Engineering HQ/SR, Loco Works Perambur, Railway Hospital Perambur: 1528 Posts
- Ponmalai, Madurai Division, Tiruchirappalli Division: 1292 Posts
Employment Structure & Service Terms
- Appointing Authority: Indian Railways / Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Pay & Remuneration: Fresher's - 10th Std: Rs. 8,200/-; Fresher's - 12th Std: Rs. 9,600/-; Ex-ITI: Rs. 9,600/-
Eligibility Framework & Educational Qualifications
Educational Qualification
- Whole State of Tamil Nadu
- Whole Union Territory of Puducherry
- Whole State of Kerala
- Whole Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands
- Only two districts of Andhra Pradesh: SPSR Nellore and Chittoor
- Only one district of Karnataka: Dakshina Kannada
Age Requirement
- Prescribed Range: 15 to 22 Years
- Upper age relaxation for reserved categories, where the recruitment allows it, is specified in the official notification. Check the notification PDF for the limits that apply to your category.
Selection Process
- Fresher Category: Matriculation marks converted to 200 (minimum 50% aggregate required, except SC/ST/PwBD).
- Ex-ITI Category: Matriculation marks converted to 100 + ITI marks converted to 100 = 200 total, with equal weightage to both.
- MLT Category: Higher Secondary marks (Physics, Chemistry, Maths & Biology) converted to
Step-by-Step Online Application Walkthrough
- This notification does not set out the application procedure. Follow the steps given in the official notification PDF via the links on this page.
Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate Queries)
What is the official educational criteria for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 4471 Posts?
• Whole State of Tamil Nadu • Whole Union Territory of Puducherry • Whole State of Kerala • Whole Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands • Only two districts of Andhra Pradesh: SPSR Nellore and Chittoor • Only one district of Karnataka: Dakshina Kannada
What is the age limit for applicants?
The age limit is 15 to 22 Years. Age relaxation for reserved categories, where it applies, is set out in the official notification — check the notification PDF for the exact limits that apply to you.
What is the pay scale or remuneration for this recruitment?
The notification states a pay scale of Fresher's - 10th Std: Rs. 8,200/-; Fresher's - 12th Std: Rs. 9,600/-; Ex-ITI: Rs. 9,600/-. Allowances are as set out in the official notification.
What is the selection process for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 4471 Posts?
• Fresher Category: Matriculation marks converted to 200 (minimum 50% aggregate required, except SC/ST/PwBD). • Ex-ITI Category: Matriculation marks converted to 100 + ITI marks converted to 100 = 200 total, with equal weightage to both. • MLT Category: Higher Secondary marks (Physics, Chemistry, Maths & Biology) converted to 200.
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