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RRC Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (4,471 Posts)

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Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Southern Railway Chennai has officially released the notification for the engagement of 4,471 Act Apprentices across various workshops, loco sheds, and divisions. Selection Mode: Merit Based (No Exam) | Apply Online Now

Southern Railway Apprentice 2026: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC SR, Chennai) invites online applications from eligible 10th Class and ITI passed candidates for 4,471 Act Apprentice positions in Carriage Works, Loco Works, Golden Rock Workshop, Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, and various Railway Divisions.

 

Railway Recruitment Cell, Southern Railway (RRC SR, Chennai)

RRC SR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (4,471 Posts)

Advt.No: RRC/SR/Act App/2026

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Important Dates

  • Application Start : 28/08/2026
  • Last Date for Apply : 27/09/2026
  • Last Date for Fee Payment : 27/09/2026
  • Merit List Release : Notify Soon
  • Document Verification : To be Notified

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS (Male): тВ╣100/-
  • SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: тВ╣0/- (Exempted)
  • All Female Candidates: тВ╣0/- (Exempted)
  • Payment Mode: Pay Application Fee Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.

Age Limit (as on 27/09/2026)

  • Minimum Age: 15 Years.
  • Maximum Age (Ex-ITI Candidates): 24 Years.
  • Maximum Age (Fresher Candidates): 22 Years (24 Years for MLT).
  • Age Relaxation: OBC: 3 Years | SC/ST: 5 Years | PwBD: 10 Years as per Railway Rules.

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ЁЯОУ RRC Southern Railway: Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

  • тЬФя╕П Ex-ITI Category Candidates: Class 10th (Matriculation) Passed under 10+2 system with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board, AND ITI Certificate (NTC) in the relevant trade issued by NCVT / SCVT.
  • тЬФя╕П Fresher Category (Welder / Fitter / Painter): Class 10th (High School) Exam Passed under 10+2 examination system with minimum 50% aggregate marks.
  • тЬФя╕П Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT): Class 12th (10+2) Higher Secondary Exam Passed with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) with minimum 50% marks.
  • ЁЯУМ Eligible Trades: Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Machinist, Wireman, Carpenter, Painter, Mechanic Diesel, Electronics Mechanic, PASAA, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, etc.

Vacancy Details (Unit-Wise Distribution)

Total Vacancy : 4,471 Posts

Workshop / Division Name Category Total Posts Eligibility Requirement
Carriage Works & Loco Works, Perambur Ex-ITI & Fresher 1,224 10th with 50% Marks + ITI in Related Trade (Fitter, Welder, Electrician, Machinist, Painter)
Central Railway Workshop, Golden Rock (Ponmalai) Ex-ITI & Fresher 528 10th with 50% Marks + ITI in Relevant Trade / 12th PCB for MLT
Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, Podanur Ex-ITI 125 10th with 50% Marks + ITI in Electronic Mechanic / Electrician / Fitter
Chennai Division (Loco, Electrical, Engineering) Ex-ITI 980 10th with 50% Marks + NCVT/SCVT Trade Certificate
Tiruchirappalli & Madurai Divisions Ex-ITI 654 10th with 50% Marks + ITI in Relevant Trade
Salem, Palakkad & Thiruvananthapuram Divisions Ex-ITI 960 10th with 50% Marks + ITI in Relevant Trade
Grand Total Vacancies: 4,471 Across all workshops, sheds & divisions

RRC Southern Railway: Selection Formula, Stipend & Group D Benefit

ЁЯОп Selection Criteria (Pure Merit Based): Selection will be made purely on the basis of a Merit List prepared by taking the simple average of marks scored in Matriculation (10th) with 50% weightage and ITI Trade Marks with 50% weightage. There will be NO Written Exam or Viva.

  • Fresher Category: Merit prepared solely on the basis of marks obtained in 10th Class (High School).
  • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT): Merit prepared on marks obtained in 12th Class (PCB).

ЁЯТ░ Monthly Stipend: During the 1-year training period, apprentices will receive a monthly stipend ranging between тВ╣7,000/- to тВ╣8,050/- per month as per Ministry of Skill Development & Railway Board norms.

ЁЯЪВ 20% Railway Group D Quota: Under Railway Board directives, candidates completing Act Apprenticeship in Railway establishments (CCAA) receive 20% reserved vacancies and 1/3rd marks weightage in Railway RRB Group D (Level-1) recruitments, along with physical test (PET) exemption.

ЁЯУе Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online for Southern Railway Apprentice 2026?

  1. Visit Official Website: Visit the official web portal of Railway Recruitment Cell, Southern Railway at www.rrcmas.in.
  2. Open Apprentice Link: Click on the link "Engagement of Act Apprentices 2026 - Online Application".
  3. Register Online: Enter your basic details, mobile number, and active email ID to register and generate a unique Registration ID.
  4. Select Workshop & Trade: Choose your preferred Workshop/Division unit and select your ITI trade carefully.
  5. Fill Educational Details: Enter your 10th Class total and obtained marks, along with ITI marksheet details with exact percentages.
  6. Upload Documents: Upload your passport size photo, scanned signature, 10th certificate, ITI NTC certificate, and community certificate (if applicable).
  7. Pay Fee Online: Pay the non-refundable processing fee of тВ╣100 online (exempted for SC/ST/PwBD and Female applicants).
  8. Submit & Print: Submit your application form and save a printed copy of the final acknowledgment slip for verification.

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ЁЯМЯ Why Apply for Southern Railway Apprentice 2026?

  • Direct Merit Selection: Selection is based purely on matriculation and ITI marks without any competitive written exam or interview.
  • 20% Railway Job Quota: Completing Railway Act Apprenticeship (CCAA) gives candidates 20% reserved quota and 1/3rd marks weightage in upcoming Railway Group D recruitments.
  • Comprehensive Practical Training: Hands-on technical experience inside Indian Railways' premier workshops and locomotive production units.

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тЭУ Frequently Asked Questions (RRC Southern Railway Apprentice FAQs)

Q1: How is the merit list calculated for Southern Railway Apprentice 2026?

Ans: The merit list is prepared by giving equal 50% weightage to the percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation (Class 10th) and 50% weightage to the ITI marks in the relevant trade. There is no written examination.

Q2: Can fresher candidates without ITI apply for Southern Railway Apprentice?

Ans: Yes, freshers who have passed Class 10th with minimum 50% aggregate marks can apply for specific trades like Fitter, Welder, and Painter, and 12th PCB candidates can apply for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).

Q3: What is the age limit for Southern Railway Act Apprentice?

Ans: Ex-ITI candidates must be between 15 to 24 years of age. Fresher candidates must be between 15 to 22 years (24 years for MLT). Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD is applicable.

Q4: What is the application fee for RRC Southern Railway?

Ans: The application fee is тВ╣100 for General, OBC, and EWS male candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, and all female candidates are exempted from paying any fee.

Q5: What benefit do apprentices get in Indian Railways permanent jobs?

Ans: Candidates who successfully complete the apprenticeship receive Course Completed Act Apprentice (CCAA) certification, which provides 20% reserved vacancies and 1/3rd weightage in Railway Group D (Level-1) recruitments.


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