| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| • Notification Release: 11 March 2026 • Online Application Start: 12 March 2026 • Last Date to Apply: 11 April 2026 | • General / OBC / EWS: ₹100 • SC / ST: No Fee • Female / Transgender: No Fee • PwBD Candidates: No Fee • The application fee must be paid online through net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. |
| Age Limit Details |
| • SC/ST: 5 years • OBC: 3 years • PwBD: 10 years |
| Vacancy Details – Total: 2801 | |
| Trade | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Electrician | 1258 |
| Fitter | 539 |
| AC Mechanic | 251 |
| Welder | 202 |
| COPA | 181 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 105 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 88 |
| Machinist | 54 |
| Industrial Electronics | 33 |
| Painter | 32 |
| Carpenter | 22 |
| MMTM | 24 |
| Motor Mechanic Vehicle | 12 |
| Total | 2801 |
| Quick Overview |
| • Post Name: Act Apprentice • Notification Year: 2025–26 • Selection Process: Merit Based |
| Age Limit |
| Candidates must meet the following age criteria as on 11 April 2026: |
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
| Age relaxation is provided as per government rules: |
| Total Vacancies |
| A total of 2801 apprentice positions are available across different trades. Some of the major trades include: These apprentices will receive training in different railway establishments under South Central Railway. |
| Educational Qualification |
| Candidates must fulfill the following educational requirements: • Must have passed 10th class or equivalent with at least 50% marks from a recognized board. • Must possess ITI certificate in the relevant trade from an institute recognized by NCVT or SCVT. • The required qualification must be completed before submitting the application form. Engineering graduates or diploma holders are not eligible for this apprentice notification. |
| Selection Process |
| The selection of candidates will be completely merit based. There will be no written examination or interview. The merit list will be prepared based on: • Average percentage of marks in 10th class • Percentage marks in ITI trade Both will be given equal weightage while preparing the merit list. If two candidates have the same marks, preference will be given to the older candidate. |
| Training and Stipend |
| Selected candidates will undergo apprenticeship training as per the Apprentices Act, 1961. During the training period, candidates will receive a stipend according to government rules and apprenticeship guidelines. |
| How to Apply for SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Candidates can apply online by following these steps: • Visit the official website of South Central Railway. • Open the RRC-SCR Apprentice Online Application link. • Complete the registration process using email ID and mobile number. • Fill in personal details, educational details and trade information. • Upload the required documents including photo, signature and certificates. • Pay the application fee (if applicable). • Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference. |
| Required Documents |
| Applicants must upload the following documents during the application process: • 10th marksheet • ITI certificate and marksheet • Aadhaar card • Caste certificate (if applicable) • EWS certificate (if applicable) • Disability certificate (for PwBD candidates) • Medical fitness certificate Original documents must be produced during document verification. |
| Some Useful Important Links | |
| Official Notification PDF Download | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website-1 | Click Here |
| Official Website-2 | Click Here |