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

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

South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 : South Central Railway Online Form 2026 

South Central Railway (SCR) Apprentice recruitment for the 2025-26 training year offers a significant opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates, with a total of 2,801 vacancies announced. Eligible applicants must complete the online registration process through the official RRC-SCR portal before the application deadline of 11 April 2026.

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South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 : Detailed Overview

South Central Railway (SCR) invites online applications for 2,801 Act Apprentice slots across 13 diverse technical trades. Managed by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Secunderabad, the recruitment follows a strict Online Mode of application. The selection framework is purely Merit-based, calculated by averaging the marks obtained in the 10th Class/SSC (minimum 50% aggregate) and the ITI (NCVT/SCVT) examinations.

Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as of the closing date and must be permanent residents of specified districts within the SCR jurisdiction across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Madhya Pradesh. A valid Aadhaar Card (or enrollment ID) is a mandatory prerequisite. Furthermore, all applicants must complete a two-stage registration process involving both the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS/RDAT) portal. 

South Central Railway South Central Railway (SCR) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Short Details of Notification WWW.BHARATJOBS.ONLINE
Organization	South Central Railway
Mode of Application	Online
Vacancies	2,801
Important Dates
Application Start Date	12/03/2026
Last Date to Apply	11/04/2026
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS	0/-
SC/ST/PWD/ExSM	0/-
South Central Railway Apprentice Notification 2026 : Age Limit as on 11/04/2026
Minimum Age : 15 Years Maximum Age : 24  Years Age Relaxation Applicable as per South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment Notification Rules.

South Central Railway SCR Trade-Wise Vacancy Details Total : 2,801 Post
Trade Name	UR	OBC	SC	ST	EWS	Total
Electrician	511	339	189	95	124	1258
Fitter	219	146	81	40	53	539
AC Mechanic	102	67	38	19	25	251
Welder	82	55	30	15	20	202
COPA	73	49	27	14	18	181
Diesel Mechanic	43	28	16	8	10	105
Electronic Mechanic	36	24	13	7	8	88
Machinist	22	15	8	4	5	54
Industrial Electronics	14	9	5	2	3	33
Painter	13	9	5	2	3	32
MMTM	10	6	4	2	2	24
Carpenter	9	6	3	2	2	22
Motor Mechanic Vehicle (MMV)	5	3	2	1	1	12
GRAND TOTAL	1139	756	421	211	274	2801

South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 : Educational Qualification

Qualification

SSC/10th Class : Passed with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized Board. ITI Certificate: Must possess a National Trade Certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT. Note : Engineering Graduates and Diploma holders are NOT eligible to apply as per Notification.

South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 : Stages Of Selection
Merit List
How to Apply Online : South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Online Form
NAPS Registration – Visit www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and complete your profile 100% to get the RDAT Registration Number. Open SCR Portal –  www.scr.indianrailways.gov.in Identity Verification – Enter your Aadhaar Number or 28-digit Enrollment ID and verify with OTP. Fill Application Form – Enter your personal details and educational marks exactly as per your certificates. Choose Establishment – Select your preferred Railway Unit / Workshop for apprenticeship training. Upload Documents – Upload photo signature and certificates. Preview Application – Check all details carefully before submitting. Final Submit – Pay the application fee (if required) and print the final application form for future reference.
Interested Candidate Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for SCR Apprentice 2025-26?

The online application window closes on April 11, 2026, at 23:59 hrs.

How many total vacancies are available in SCR Recruitment 2026?

There are 2,801 vacancies available across 13 technical trades.

What is the selection process for South Central Railway Apprentices?

Selection is merit-based, calculated from the average marks of 10th Class (min. 50% aggregate) and ITI. There is no written exam or interview