🚆 South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2801 ACT Apprentice Posts

📋 Recruitment Overview

• Organization: South Central Railway (SCR)
• Conducting Body: Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC)
• Post Name: Act Apprentice
• Total Vacancies: 2801 Posts
• Application Mode: Online
• Start Date: 12 March 2026
• Last Date: 11 April 2026
• Official Website: scr.indianrailways.gov.in

📊 Vacancy Details (Trade-wise)

The 2801 vacancies are distributed across multiple trades such as:

• Electrician – 1258 Posts
• Fitter – 539 Posts
• Welder – 202 Posts
• AC Mechanic – 251 Posts
• COPA – 181 Posts
• Diesel Mechanic – 105 Posts
• Electronic Mechanic – 88 Posts
• Machinist – 54 Posts
• Painter & Others – Remaining Posts

These trades provide technical training and industry exposure under Indian Railways.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfill the following:

• Must have passed 10th (Matriculation) with at least 50% marks
• Must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT recognized)

👉 Note: Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible for this apprenticeship.

🎯 Age Limit (as on 11 April 2026)

• Minimum Age: 15 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years
• Age relaxation:
  
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • PwBD: 10 years

💰 Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
• SC / ST / Female / PwBD: No Fee

📝 Selection Process

The selection process is completely merit-based, which makes this recruitment highly attractive.

• Merit list prepared on average marks of 10th + ITI
• Equal weightage will be given to both
• No written exam or interview
• Document verification
• Medical fitness test

💼 Training & Stipend

• Selected candidates will undergo apprenticeship training
• Monthly stipend will be provided as per Apprenticeship Rules, 1961
• No guarantee of permanent job after completion

📍Eligibility Area (Important)

Only candidates belonging to specific regions under SCR jurisdiction can apply, including:

• Telangana
• Andhra Pradesh (selected districts)
• Maharashtra (selected districts)
• Karnataka (selected districts)
• Tamil Nadu (Vellore)
• Madhya Pradesh (Burhanpur & Khandwa)

📅 Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 12 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 11 April 2026
• Result / Merit List: To be announced

🌐 How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official website – scr.indianrailways.gov.in
2. Go to RRC-SCR Apprentice section
3. Register with mobile number & email ID
4. Fill personal and educational details
5. Upload documents (photo, signature, certificates)
6. Pay application fee (if applicable)
7. Submit the form and take a printout

📄 Required Documents

• 10th Marksheet
• ITI Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)

⚠️ Important Instructions

• Read the official notification carefully before applying
• Ensure all details are correct
• Application once submitted cannot be edited
• Keep registration number safe for future reference