South Central Railway (SCR) Recruitment 2026

South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 2801 Act Apprentice Vacancies

The apprenticeship program will be conducted in various workshops, divisions, and establishments under South Central Railway across multiple states including Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh. The recruitment process will be conducted entirely online and candidates will be selected based on a merit list prepared using their 10th class and ITI marks.

Applicants are advised to read the complete recruitment notification carefully before submitting their application. The recruitment process follows the provisions of the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1962.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Eligible States and Districts

Candidates must belong to the districts that fall under the jurisdiction of South Central Railway. Applicants must provide valid residence proof while submitting the application.

Apprenticeship Training Units

The apprenticeship training will be conducted in multiple railway establishments and workshops under South Central Railway. Candidates must select their preferred training units while filling the online application form.

• Central Periodic Overhauling Depot / Rayanapadu
• Zonal Track Machine Depot / Cavalry Barracks
• Zonal Track Machine Depot / Rynapadu
• Satellite Track Machine Depot / Kazipet
• Satellite Track Machine Depot / Timmanacherla, Guntakal
• Satellite Track Machine Depot / Nallapadu
• Satellite Track Machine Depot / Mudked
• Workshop / Lallaguda
• Workshop / Rynapadu
• Workshop / Tirupati
• Secunderabad Division
• Hyderabad Division
• Nanded Division
• Guntakal Division
• Vijayawada Division
• Guntur Division
• Diesel Shed Kazipet
• Diesel Shed Moula-Ali
• Diesel Shed Guntakal
• Diesel Shed Gooty
• Diesel Shed Vijayawada

Trade Wise Vacancies

Reservation Details

• SC Reservation – 15%
• ST Reservation – 7.5%
• OBC (NCL) Reservation – 27%
• EWS Reservation – 10%
• PwBD Reservation – 4%
• Ex-Servicemen Reservation – 3%

Reservation for PwBD candidates includes 1% each for visually impaired, hearing impaired, locomotor disability and multiple disability categories. Reservation for Ex-Servicemen is applicable to children of deceased or disabled ex-servicemen, children of ex-servicemen, children of serving jawans and children of serving officers.

Educational Qualification

• Candidate must have passed 10th class (SSC) or equivalent examination.
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks required in 10th class.
• Candidate must possess ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
• ITI certificate must be issued by institutes recognized by NCVT or SCVT.
• Candidates must possess the required qualifications on the date of application submission.
• Engineering graduates and diploma holders are not eligible under this apprenticeship notification.

Age Limit

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST – 5 Years
• OBC (NCL) – 3 Years
• PwBD – 10 Years
• Ex-Servicemen – Up to 10 years depending on service

Selection Process

• Selection will be based on a merit list.
• Merit will be calculated using the average percentage of marks in 10th class and ITI.
• Both qualifications will have equal weightage.
• There will be no written examination.
• There will be no interview.
• If two candidates have equal marks, older candidate will be given preference.
• If age is also same, candidate who passed 10th earlier will be considered.

Training and Stipend

Training will be provided according to the syllabus and standards prescribed by the Central Apprenticeship Council. Apprentices will receive stipend during training as per the rules and instructions issued by the Railway Board and Government of India.

Medical Fitness Requirements

• Selected candidates must submit a medical fitness certificate.
• Certificate must be issued by a government authorized doctor.
• Doctor must not be below the rank of Assistant Surgeon in a Central or State hospital.
• Medical certificate must be produced during document verification.

Application Fee

How to Apply

1. Visit the official South Central Railway website.
2. Click on the Online Act Apprentice Application link.
3. Complete registration using mobile number and email.
4. Verify OTP and login to application form.
5. Fill personal and educational details.
6. Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
7. Select training unit preferences.
8. Pay application fee (if applicable).
9. Submit application and download the form.

Documents Required

• 10th class marks sheet
• Proof of date of birth
• ITI mark sheet and certificate
• RDAT registration number from apprenticeship portal
• Community certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable)
• EWS certificate if applicable
• Disability certificate for PwBD candidates
• Medical fitness certificate
• Ex-servicemen discharge certificate if applicable

Important Instructions

• Candidates must belong to eligible districts under South Central Railway jurisdiction.
• Candidates must possess Aadhaar number during registration.
• Applications submitted through any mode other than online will not be accepted.
• Applicants must ensure all details entered in application are correct.
• Applications with incorrect information or invalid documents may be rejected.
• Candidates must produce original documents during document verification.

Important Notes

Official Links

• Official Website: https://scr.indianrailways.gov.in
• Official Notification: https://203.153.33.92/ACTAPP25-26.pdf