Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification - 4,471 Posts
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Southern Railway is inviting applications for 4,471 Act Apprentice positions under Notification No. 01/2026. This opportunity is available across various trades and locations within Southern Railway jurisdiction. Interested candidates can apply online until 27 September 2026.
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Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification - 4,471 Posts – Overview
| Organization | Southern Railway Act Apprentice |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 4471 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://sronline.etrpindia.com/rrcchennaiapprentice26/recruitmentIndex |
| Job Location | All India |
Key Dates for the Recruitment
| 28-08-2026 | Notification Date |
|---|---|
| 28-08-2026 | Online Application Start Date |
| 27-09-2026 (till 17:00 Hrs) | Online Application Last Date |
| 15-10-2026 | Tentative Publication of Shortlist for Document Verification |
Vacancies by Workshop and Trade
| unit | total posts | trades covered |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur | 80 | Fitter, Welder, Painter |
| Central Workshop, Ponmalai | 43 | Fitter, Welder (G&E) |
| S&T Workshop, Podanur, Coimbatore | 20 | Fitter |
| Railway Hospital, Perambur | 20 | MLT (Radiology, Pathology, Cardiology) |
| Fresher's Grand Total | 163 |
Ex-ITI Vacancies Breakdown
| group | total posts | units covered |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage & Wagon Works group | 1,528 | Perambur C&W, Chennai Division (multiple sections), Electrical Workshop Perambur, Engineering Workshop Arakkonam, Engineering HQ/SR, Loco Works Perambur, Railway Hospital Perambur |
| Central Workshops, Ponmalai group | 1,292 | Ponmalai, Madurai Division, Tiruchirappalli Division |
| S&T Workshop Podanur group | 1,488 | Palakkad Division, Salem Division, Podanur Workshop, Trivandrum Division |
| Ex-ITI Grand Total | 4,308 |
Stipend for Apprentices
| Rs. 8,200/- | Fresher's - 10th Std |
|---|---|
| Rs. 9,600/- | Fresher's - 12th Std |
| Rs. 9,600/- | Ex-ITI |
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 27-09-2026 |
|---|
Important Links
| Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
|---|---|
| Direct Link to Apply for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply for the Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 27 September 2026, before 5 PM.
Q: How many vacancies are there in Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 4,471 vacancies available for the recruitment. This includes 163 positions for Freshers and 4,308 positions for Ex-ITI candidates.
Q: What is the application mode for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Applications for the Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must be submitted online. Candidates can access the application portal through the official website.
Q: Where can I find the official notification for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The official notification for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 can be found in PDF format at the official website or through the specific notification link provided.
Q: What trades are covered under Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment covers various trades including Fitter, Welder, Painter, and Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT). Each workshop may have different trades available.
Q: What stipend will apprentices receive during their training?
Fresher apprentices will receive a stipend of Rs. 8,200 per month for 10th standard and Rs. 9,600 per month for 12th standard. Ex-ITI apprentices will also receive Rs. 9,600 per month.