Railway Recruitment 2026: 2,801 Apprentice Posts Announced Under RRC

Balasahana Suresh
Major Apprenticeship Drive by South Central Railway

The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) of South Central Railway (SCR) has released a notification for the 2026 Apprentice Recruitment, offering a total of 2,801 Act Apprentice posts across various trades. This recruitment is part of the Apprentices Act, 1961, and provides young candidates with valuable training and entry‑level opportunities within the indian Railways.

📅 Important Dates

  • 🗓 Notification Release: march 11, 2026
  • 🗓 Online Applications Start: march 12, 2026
  • 🗓 Last Date to Apply: april 11, 2026
Candidates must submit their applications through the official RRC SCR portal before the deadline to be considered for the apprenticeship posts.

🔧 Vacancy Details – Trades & Numbers

The vacancies are distributed across several key trades in the railway system. Major trade categories include:

Trade

No. of Posts

Electrician

1,258

Fitter

539

AC Mechanic

251

Welder

202

COPA (Computer Operator)

181

Diesel Mechanic

105

Electronic Mechanic

88

Machinist

54

Industrial Electronics

33

Painter

32

Carpenter

22

MMTM

24

Motor Mechanic Vehicle

12

Total

2,801

These posts provide hands‑on skill development and foundational experience for further career growth in the railways.

📋 Eligibility Criteria

While detailed eligibility depends on the specific trade, the basic requirements generally include:

  • Educational Qualification: 10th pass with minimum 50% marks and an ITI certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) or equivalent.
  • Age Limit: Typically 15–24 years (with age relaxations for reserved categories as per rules).
  • Nationality: indian citizens.
🧑‍🎓 Selection Process

The selection for apprentice posts is usually merit‑based, calculated on the average of 10th class marks and ITI marks. There is typically no written exam; shortlisted candidates are selected based on merit and must undergo document verification.

📍 Training & Stipend

Selected apprentices will undergo on‑the‑job training at railway divisions, workshops, and units under SCR. Apprentices are usually paid a stipend as per the Apprentices Act during their training period.

🧾 How to Apply

Visit the official RRC SCR website.

Look for the “Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026” notification.

Register and fill in your personal and educational details.

Upload required documents and certificates.

Submit the form before april 11, 2026.

🎯 Career Opportunity

This apprenticeship recruitment offers a great opportunity for ITI and 10th pass candidates to enter the indian Railways workforce, gain industry‑relevant training, and build a foundation for future employment in the transportation sector.

 

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