Exciting Railway Recruitment 2026: Apply for 2,801 Apprentice Positions
Railway Recruitment 2026 Overview
Railway Recruitment 2026: A remarkable opportunity awaits young job seekers eager to join the railway sector. The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) of South Central Railway (SCR) in Secunderabad has initiated a significant recruitment campaign for 2,801 Apprentice roles. The online application process began on March 12, with the final date for submissions set for April 11. Interested candidates are encouraged to complete their applications within this timeframe.
Available Positions
The SCR is inviting applications for various positions, including:
- AC Mechanic: 251 posts
- Carpenter: 22 posts
- COPA: 181 posts
- Diesel Mechanic: 105 posts
- Electrician: 1,258 posts
- Electronic Mechanic: 88 posts
- Fitter: 539 posts
- Industrial Electronics: 33 posts
- Machinist: 54 posts
- MMTM: 24 posts
- Motor Mechanic: 12 posts
- Painter: 32 posts
- Welder: 202 posts
Educational Requirements
Applicants must have completed their 10th or 12th grade from a recognized board or institution, achieving a minimum aggregate of 50%. Additionally, candidates should have completed their ITI (Industrial Training Institute) in the relevant trade from an NCVT/SCVT recognized institution.
Age Criteria
The age limit for applicants is set between 15 and 24 years, calculated as of April 11. Relaxations in the upper age limit will be provided to candidates from reserved categories as per existing regulations.
Selection Methodology
The selection of candidates will be based on merit, document verification, and medical fitness. Notably, there will be no written examination or interview involved in the selection process.
Application Fee Structure
Applicants must pay an application fee online, which varies by category:
- ₹100 for Unreserved/OBC and EWS (Male) candidates
- No fee for SC, ST, Women/Transgender individuals, and Persons with Disabilities
Application Process
To apply online, candidates should visit the official South Central Railway website. On the homepage, click the application link for the desired position, register, and log in. Fill in the application form with the required details, upload necessary documents in the specified format, and pay the application fee. Finally, review the application thoroughly before submitting it, and print a copy for future reference.