South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 2801 Act Apprentice vacancies under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates who have passed 10th with ITI qualification can apply online before the last date 11 April 2026. Candidates who have completed 10th pass with ITI in relevant trade can apply through online mode. This recruitment provides technical training opportunities in various railway workshops and divisions.

The online application process started on 12 March 2026 and will remain open until 11 April 2026. Interested candidates belonging to eligible districts under the jurisdiction of South Central Railway can submit their applications before the deadline.

South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details – Trade Wise

South Central Railway has released 2801 apprentice vacancies across multiple trades. The trade-wise vacancy distribution is given below.

Total Vacancies: 2801

These vacancies are distributed across departments such as Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Personnel Department, and Signal & Telecommunication units under South Central Railway.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must carefully check the eligibility conditions before applying for South Central Railway Jobs 2026.

Educational Qualification

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must have passed 10th Class / SSC with minimum 50% marks.
• Must possess an ITI certificate in relevant trade from a recognized institute affiliated with NCVT or SCVT.
• Candidates must hold the qualification on or before the application submission date.

Engineering graduates or diploma holders are not eligible for this apprenticeship program.

Age Limit

Candidates applying for ITI Railway Jobs must satisfy the following age criteria.

Age is calculated as on 11 April 2026.

Age Relaxation

Application Fee

Candidates applying for South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must pay the following fee.

Payment can be made through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.

Selection Process

Selection for Railway Apprentice Vacancy India will be purely merit-based.

The recruitment stages include:

• Merit List based on marks
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

The merit list will be prepared by taking the average of 10th class marks and ITI marks, giving equal weightage to both. No written examination or interview will be conducted.

Salary Details

Apprentices selected under South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will receive stipend during the training period.

Stipend will be paid as per the guidelines under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

How to Apply for South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to apply online.

1. Visit the official website of South Central Railway.
2. Open the Apprentice Recruitment section.
3. Click on the Act Apprentice Online Application link.
4. Complete the registration process using mobile number and email ID.
5. Fill personal and educational details carefully.
6. Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
7. Pay the application fee if applicable.
8. Submit the form and download the confirmation page.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Uploading unclear photographs
• Entering incorrect marks
• Using wrong caste certificate format
• Missing document uploads
• Waiting until the last date

Applicants are advised to apply early to avoid server issues near the deadline.

Documents Required

Candidates must upload the following documents while applying:

• 10th marksheet
• Proof of date of birth
• ITI certificate and marksheet
• NCVT / SCVT trade certificate
• RDAT registration form
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• EWS certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate (PwBD candidates)
• Medical fitness certificate
• Ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable)

Original documents must be produced during document verification.

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Important Instructions

Applicants should follow these instructions carefully.

• Submit the application before 11 April 2026.
• Keep scanned copies of required documents ready.
• Verify personal details before final submission.
• Apply early to avoid website traffic issues.
• Keep your mobile number and email active for updates.

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