Southern Railway (SR), Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) invites online applications for engagement of Apprentices across multiple units/divisions. This is a training opportunity under the Apprentices Act for eligible candidates (Freshers and Ex-ITI/MLT, as applicable) to gain hands-on experience in railway workshops, divisions, and hospitals.
Key Details
- Total Posts: 2,438
- Application Start Date: 22 July 2024
- Last Date to Apply Online: 12 August 2024
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 12 August 2024
- Merit List: To be notified
Application Fee
- General / OBC: Rs. 100/-
- SC / ST / PH: No fee
- Female (All Categories): No fee
- Fee payment modes: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI and other online modes (as available).
Age Limit (as on 22 July 2024)
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Maximum Age (Freshers): 22 years
- Maximum Age (Ex-ITI & MLT): 24 years
- Age Relaxation: As per applicable rules
Vacancy Overview (Indicative)
Freshers: 85 posts
- Signal & Telecommunication Workshop / Podanur, Coimbatore: 18
- Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur: 47
- Railway Hospital / Perambur (MLT): 20
Ex-ITI / Other Eligible Categories: 2,353 posts
- Signal & Telecommunication Workshop / Podanur, Coimbatore: 52
- Palakkad Division: 285
- Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur: 350
- Electrical Workshop / Perambur: 130
- Chennai Division / Personnel Branch: 24
- Chennai Division Electrical Rolling Stock, Avadi: 65
- Chennai Division Electrical Rolling Stock, Royapuram: 30
- Chennai Division Mechanical Carriage & Wagon: 250
- Central Workshop, Ponmalai: 201
- Madurai Division: 84
- Thiruvananthapuram Division: 145
- Salem Division: 222
- Loco Works, Perambur: 228
- Engineering Workshop / Arakkonam: 48
- Chennai Division Electrical / Rolling Stock, Arakkonam: 65
- Chennai Division Electrical Rolling Stock, Tambaram: 55
- Chennai Division Mechanical Diesel: 22
- Chennai Division Railway Hospital, Perambur: 03
- Tiruchchirappalli Division: 94
Responsibilities
- Participate in structured apprenticeship training as allotted to a workshop/division/unit.
- Assist in trade-specific tasks under supervision, following standard operating procedures and safety rules.
- Maintain discipline, attendance, and progress as per training guidelines.
- Support documentation and compliance requirements during training, as directed.
- Adhere to workplace safety, quality standards, and instructions of supervisors/mentors.
Requirements (Eligibility)
- For Freshers: Class 10th pass from a recognized board in India with minimum 50% marks.
- For Ex-ITI: Class 10th pass from a recognized board in India plus ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
- Must meet the age criteria and other conditions as per the official notification.
Selection Process
- Merit List
- Document Verification
Benefits
- Opportunity to receive practical, on-the-job training in a major Indian Railways zone.
- Exposure to real-world operations in workshops/divisions/hospitals (as applicable).
- Structured learning environment with guidance from experienced personnel.
- Stipend/terms as per apprenticeship norms and the official notification (as applicable).
How to Apply
- Read the full official notification carefully and confirm eligibility (age, qualification, trade/unit requirements).
- Submit the application through the online application link on or before 12 August 2024.
- Pay the applicable fee online (if required) by the deadline.
- Keep a copy/printout of the submitted application and payment confirmation for reference.
About the Company
Southern Railway (SR) is one of the zones of Indian Railways, responsible for passenger and freight operations and maintenance activities across its jurisdiction. Through its Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Southern Railway engages apprentices to support skill development and provide structured training in various trades and units.
Source: https://www.sarkariexam.com/rrvunl-various-post-admit-card-2025/ (content referenced for formatting/context; candidates should rely on the official Southern Railway/RRC notification and website for authoritative details).