Southern Railway has issued a notification for the engagement of Act Apprentices for the year 2025-26. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates for training in various designated trades across different divisions, workshops, and units under the jurisdiction of Southern Railway. This recruitment drive aims to fill over 3500 apprentice slots in both Fresher and Ex-ITI categories.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
| Department | Southern Railway |
| Employment Type | Apprenticeship Training |
| Job Title(s) | Act Apprentice (Fresher & Ex-ITI) |
| Total Vacancies | 3500+ |
| Application Start Date | 25-08-2025 |
| Application End Date | 25-09-2025 |
| Location | Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, SPSR Nellore & Chittoor (AP), and Dakshina Kannada (Karnataka) |
| Application Method | Online |
| Official Site | www.sr.indianrailways.gov.in |
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Post and Vacancy Details
Apprentices will be engaged across various trades in both Fresher and Ex-ITI categories. The total number of available slots is over 3500, distributed among multiple units as follows:
Fresher Category (100 Vacancies)
- Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur: 60
- Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, Podanur: 20
- Railway Hospital, Perambur (MLT): 20
Ex-ITI Category (3418 Vacancies)
- Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur: 390
- Chennai Division: 492
- Electrical Workshop, Perambur: 150
- EWS/AJJ Division: 51
- Central Workshops, Ponmalai: 390
- Loco Works, Perambur: 228
- Madurai Division: 160
- Railway Hospital, Perambur: 3
- Palakkad Division: 410
- Salem Division: 442
- Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, Podanur: 95
- Tiruchirappalli Division: 307
- Trivandrum Division: 300
Salary Details
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as follows:
- Freshers (X Standard): Rs. 6,000/- per month
- Freshers (12th Standard): Rs. 7,000/- per month
- Ex-ITI Candidates: Rs. 7,000/- per month
Educational Qualification
Fresher Category
- Fitter, Painter & Welder: Must have passed 10th Class with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks under the 10+2 system.
- Medical Laboratory Technician (Radiology, Pathology, Cardiology): Must have passed 12th Class with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
Ex-ITI Category
- Various Trades (Fitter, Electrician, Welder, etc.): Must have passed 10th Class (with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks) under the 10+2 system and passed the ITI Course in the relevant trade from a Government recognized ITI.
- Secretarial Assistant & Stenographer (English): Must have passed 12th Class under the 10+2 system and passed the ITI Course in the relevant trade.
Age Limit
(As of the date of notification)
- Candidates must have completed 15 years of age.
- The upper age limit is 22 years for Freshers and 24 years for Ex-ITI/MLT candidates.
- Age relaxation is applicable: 3 years for OBC (NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD).
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a merit list prepared from the marks obtained in the qualifying examinations:
- Fresher Category: Based on marks obtained in the 10th standard.
- Ex-ITI Category: Based on marks in both the 10th standard and the ITI course, with equal weightage given to both.
- MLT Category: Based on marks obtained in the 12th standard (with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology).
How to Apply
- Candidates must apply online by visiting the Southern Railway website: www.sr.indianrailways.gov.in -> News & Updates -> Personnel Branch Information.
- Fill out the application form with all required details.
- Pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 100/- through the online mode.
- SC/ST, PwBD, and Women candidates are exempted from the fee payment.
- After successful submission, take a printout of the application acknowledgement.
Instructions
- This notification is for apprenticeship training and does not guarantee employment.
- Candidates must reside within the geographical jurisdiction of Southern Railway to be eligible.
- Only qualifications acquired through recognized Boards/Institutes will be considered.
- Selected candidates must arrange for their own accommodation.
- Any false information will lead to disqualification at any stage.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Opening Date | 25-08-2025 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 25-09-2025 (until 17:00 Hrs) |
| Tentative Date for Shortlisted List | 07-10-2025 |
Important Links
- Notification Link: Click Here
- Apply Link: Click Here
