Southern Railway Apprentices 2026 - 4471 Posts Online Form

Southern Railway Opens 4471 Apprentice Jobs

Southern Railway has released a big recruitment (job opening) for apprentices. There are 4471 posts available across India. If you have passed 10th or completed ITI, you can apply. The online application window is open from 28 August 2026 to 27 September 2026.

What is This Job?

This is an apprenticeship program under Southern Railway. An apprentice learns a trade while working on the job. You will get hands-on training in your chosen field. After completing the apprenticeship, you can work as a skilled worker or get permanent positions based on your performance.

Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria

You need to meet certain conditions to apply:

• Education: Passed 10th (Matriculation) from any recognized board in India, OR completed ITI in a related trade from a recognized institute
• Age: Minimum 15 years, Maximum 22 years for fresher candidates, and 24 years for those who have completed ITI
• Age calculation date: Your age will be counted as on 28 August 2026

Age relaxation rules may apply for reserved categories. Read the full notification for details.

How Many Posts Are Available?

Total 4471 posts are open. These are divided into two groups:

• Fresher Group: 163 posts (for those who have not done ITI)
• Ex-ITI Group: 4308 posts (for those who have completed ITI)

Posts are reserved for General, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST categories. The exact breakdown is shown below:

Important Dates - Mark Your Calendar

Keep these dates in mind:

• Application Start Date: 28 August 2026
• Application Last Date: 27 September 2026
• Fee Payment Deadline: 27 September 2026
• Document Verification: 15 October 2026

Application Fee

You need to pay an application fee:

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 100
• SC / ST / PH (Persons with Hearing impairment): No fee required

Payment is done online only. Make sure you pay before the last date.

Selection Process

The notification does not clearly mention the selection process details. Check the official notification for complete information about how candidates will be selected (written test, interview, document verification, etc.).

How to Apply - Step by Step

Follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official website: https://sr.indianrailways.gov.in
2. Look for the "Southern Railway Apprentices 2026 Apply Online" link
3. Click on the link and register using your valid email ID and mobile number
4. Log in using your registration ID and password
5. Fill the application form with your personal, educational, and category details
6. Upload scanned copies of your documents (photo, signature, etc.)
7. Pay the application fee through online mode
8. Submit the form
9. Download and print the confirmation page for your records

Before You Apply - Read This

Read the complete official notification before filling the application form. The notification has detailed information about trade-wise eligibility, age relaxation rules, and other important conditions. Do not rely only on this summary.

The job locations are across India (Pan India). Check which trades are available and which location you prefer.

Official Links

Southern Railway Official Website: https://sr.indianrailways.gov.in

Notification Reference Number: CPB/P1/98/Act/TP/Vol.XXI