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

The South Central Railway (SCR) has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 2801 Act Apprentice vacancies. This is a great opportunity for candidates who have completed 10th class and ITI and are looking to build a career in the Indian Railways.

Interested candidates can apply online before the deadline. In this article, you’ll find complete details including eligibility, important dates, selection process, vacancy details, and how to apply.

? Important Dates

Candidates must keep track of the key dates to avoid missing the opportunity:

• Notification Release Date: 11 March 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 12 March 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 11 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Cut-off Date for Age Calculation: 11 April 2026

? Vacancy Details

A total of 2801 Apprentice posts are available across various trades such as:

• Electrician
• Fitter
• Welder
• COPA
• Diesel Mechanic
• AC Mechanic
• Carpenter
• Painter
• And more

This recruitment offers training opportunities under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

? Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

To apply, candidates must:

• Pass 10th class (Matriculation) with at least 50% marks
• ITI, 10THHold a valid ITI certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT recognized)

Age Limit (as on 11 April 2026)

• Minimum Age: 15 years
• Maximum Age: 24 years
• Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules

? Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ?100
• SC / ST / Female / PwBD: No fee

Payment can be made online via debit card, credit card, or net banking.

SCR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here

? Selection Process

The selection process is completely merit-based, meaning:

• No written exam will be conducted
• Merit list is prepared based on:
  • 10th marks
  • ITI marks (equal weightage)

Selection Stages:

1. Merit List
2. Document Verification
3. Medical Examination

?? Stipend

Selected candidates will receive a stipend as per the rules under the Apprentices Act, 1961

? Eligible Regions

Candidates must belong to districts under SCR jurisdiction, including:

• Telangana
• Andhra Pradesh
• Maharashtra
• Karnataka
• Tamil Nadu
• Madhya Pradesh

? How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official SCR or RRC website
2. Register with basic details
3. Fill out the application form
4. Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
6. Submit and take a printout for future reference

? Why You Should Apply

• No written exam – direct merit-based selection
• Opportunity to gain railway training
• Government-certified apprenticeship
• Valuable experience for future railway jobs

? Conclusion

The South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates to enter the railway sector. With 2801 vacancies, a simple merit-based selection process, and no exam pressure, this recruitment is highly competitive.

Make sure to apply before 11 April 2026 and double-check all eligibility criteria before submission.