Southern Railway Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 4,471 Act Apprentice Posts
Southern Railway has released a recruitment notification for 4,471 Act Apprentice vacancies for the year 2026. Candidates who have completed 10th/12th standard and/or ITI can apply for the eligible trades.
The online application process has started, and eligible candidates can submit their applications before the last date.
Southern Railway Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Southern Railway |
| Recruitment | Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 4,471 |
| Post | Act Apprentice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 27 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Selection Process | Merit Based |
| Job Location | Southern Railway Jurisdiction |
Southern Railway's recruitment notification covers apprentice training opportunities across various workshops, divisions and units.
Vacancy Details
The total 4,471 vacancies are divided into two major categories:
Fresher Category – 163 Posts
Major vacancies include:
- Fitter
- Welder
- Painter
- MLT – Radiology
- MLT – Pathology
- MLT – Cardiology
The fresher vacancies are distributed among units including Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur, Central Workshop, Ponmalai, Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, Podanur and Railway Hospital, Perambur.
Ex-ITI Category – 4,308 Posts
A large number of apprentice opportunities are available for candidates who have completed ITI in relevant trades. Vacancies are distributed across various Southern Railway workshops and divisions, including Perambur, Ponmalai, Podanur, Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, Palakkad, Salem and Thiruvananthapuram units.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should satisfy the educational and technical qualification prescribed for the particular apprentice trade.
Generally, candidates applying under the relevant categories should have passed 10th standard and possess the required ITI qualification for Ex-ITI trades. Certain fresher trades have different educational requirements as specified in the official notification.
Candidates should carefully check the trade-wise qualification before submitting the application.
Age Limit
The prescribed age requirements apply as per the Southern Railway apprentice notification. Candidates should check the official notification for the exact minimum and maximum age and applicable relaxation for reserved categories.
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a stipend during the training period. Current recruitment information indicates stipend amounts of approximately ₹8,200 to ₹9,600 per month, depending on the applicable qualification/category.
Selection Process
The selection for the apprentice engagement is based on the merit criteria prescribed in the notification. Candidates should note that this is an apprentice training opportunity and not a regular permanent Railway appointment.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 28 August 2026
- Online Application Starts: 28 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 27 September 2026, 5:00 PM
- Tentative Shortlist for Document Verification: 15 October 2026
How to Apply for Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official Southern Railway website.
- Open the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification/application link.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Enter your personal and educational details.
- Select the appropriate trade and unit.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Note
Candidates should verify their eligibility, trade requirements, age limit, documents, fee details and other conditions from the official Southern Railway notification before applying.
This recruitment provides a major opportunity for eligible candidates interested in apprentice training with Southern Railway.
Important Links
Official Southern Railway:
Southern Railway Official Website
Railway Recruitment Cell, Southern Railway:
RRC Southern Railway Official Website
Detailed Recruitment Information:
Read the Southern Railway Recruitment 2026 Details
Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes. Candidates should always refer to the official recruitment notification and Southern Railway website for the latest and final information.