Position: Various Apprentice Posts (Fresher & Ex-ITI Category)
Organization: Southern Railway (Southern Railway Zone)
Job Location: Southern Railway Zone (India)
Southern Railway invites applications for engagement of Apprentices across multiple workshops/units. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking structured, hands-on training in railway trades and workshop environments under applicable Southern Railway apprenticeship rules.
Key Dates
- Application Start Date: 01-June-2021
- Last Date to Apply: 30-June-2021
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 3322
- Carriage Works, Perambur: 936 Posts
- Central Workshop, Golden Rock: 700 Posts
- Signal & Telecommunication Workshop / Podanur: 1686 Posts
Responsibilities
- Participate in apprenticeship training as assigned in the relevant trade/workshop unit.
- Assist supervisors and technical staff in day-to-day workshop/maintenance activities as part of training.
- Follow safety protocols, workshop rules, and standard operating procedures.
- Maintain discipline, attendance, and training records as required by the unit.
- Support basic tool handling, equipment upkeep, and task execution aligned with the training curriculum.
Requirements
Age Limit (as on 01-June-2021)
- Minimum: 15 Years
- Maximum: 22 / 24 Years (varies according to posts)
- Age Relaxation: As per rules
Educational Qualification
- Fresher Category: Passed 10th Class (minimum 50% aggregate marks) under 10+2 system or equivalent.
- Ex-ITI Category: Passed 10th Class (minimum 50% aggregate marks) under 10+2 system and ITI in the relevant trade from a Government recognized ITI.
Documents Required (Scanned Copies for Online Application)
- SSC (Class 10th) / Equivalent Mark Sheet
- Age Proof
- Consolidated Mark Sheet for all semesters of the relevant trade (where applicable)
- NCVT/SCVT issued Certificate (where applicable)
- Caste Certificate (where applicable)
- PwD Certificate (where applicable)
- Discharge Certificate / Serving Certificate (for Ex-Servicemen, where applicable)
Pay Scale / Stipend
As per Southern Railway rules.
Selection Process
- Teleconference Interview and/or Merit List (as applicable)
Application Fee
- General / All Others: Rs. 100/-
- SC / ST / PWD / Women: No Fee
Fee payment mode: Online (credit card, debit card, net banking, mobile wallets, cash card).
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online through the official application link/portal of Southern Railway before the last date (30-June-2021). Ensure all required documents are scanned and ready prior to submission.
Benefits
- Structured apprenticeship training in a major Indian Railways zone.
- Practical exposure to workshop and technical trade environments.
- Opportunity to build foundational skills and experience in railway operations and maintenance.
- Stipend/compensation as per applicable Southern Railway apprenticeship rules.
About the Company
Southern Railway is one of the zones of Indian Railways, responsible for railway operations and maintenance across its jurisdiction. It manages multiple workshops and technical units supporting rolling stock, signaling, telecommunications, and other core railway functions.
Note: This listing is based on publicly available recruitment information. Candidates should verify eligibility, trade details, and final instructions via the official notification and website.