Southern Railway has released Notification No. 01/2026 for engagement of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 4,471 apprenticeship slots are available across various divisions, workshops and units under Southern Railway.
The vacancies include 163 posts for Fresher candidates and 4,308 posts for Ex-ITI candidates. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 28 August 2026 to 27 September 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Southern Railway |
| Notification No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4,471 |
| Fresher Vacancies | 163 |
| Ex-ITI Vacancies | 4,308 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fresher Category | 163 |
| Ex-ITI Category | 4,308 |
| Total | 4,471 |
The vacancies are distributed among different Southern Railway divisions, workshops and units, including Carriage & Wagon Works, Central Workshop, Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, railway hospitals and various railway divisions.
Educational Qualification
For the Ex-ITI category, candidates should have passed the 10th standard examination with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks and should possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT or SCVT.
For the Fresher category, candidates for trades such as Fitter, Painter and Welder should have passed 10th standard with at least 50% aggregate marks.
For Medical Laboratory Technician trades, candidates should have passed 10th and 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry and Biology and the prescribed minimum marks.
Age Limit
The minimum age is 15 years. The maximum age is 22 years for Fresher candidates and 24 years for Ex-ITI and MLT candidates, calculated as on 28 August 2026.
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible candidates according to the applicable government rules and the conditions mentioned in the notification.
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive the stipend applicable to apprentices under the prescribed training rules. The reported stipend range is approximately Rs. 8,200 to Rs. 9,600 per month, depending on the applicable training category.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100 |
| SC / ST / EBC / PwBD / Women | No Fee |
The application fee is non-refundable and should be paid through the online application process wherever applicable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Tentative Shortlist for Document Verification | 15 October 2026 |
Selection Process
Selection is based on a merit list prepared using the marks obtained in the prescribed qualifying examination. There is no separate written examination for the apprentice engagement.
Shortlisted candidates are called for Document Verification. The final selection is subject to verification of eligibility, original documents and fulfilment of the prescribed conditions.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should visit the official Southern Railway website and navigate to the News & Updates or Personnel Branch Information section to access the Act Apprentice 2026-27 application.
Candidates should register using their valid email ID and mobile number, complete the application form with accurate personal and educational details, select the applicable trade and upload the required documents.
After paying the applicable fee, candidates should submit the application before 27 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. A copy of the submitted application and payment details should be retained for future reference.
Important Information
This is an apprenticeship training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and does not guarantee regular employment in Southern Railway after completion of training. Candidates should carefully check the trade-wise eligibility, vacancy details, domicile requirements and other conditions before applying.