Southern Railway has announced a recruitment drive for apprentices for the year 2025-26. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain practical experience in various trades.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a 10th-grade certificate with a minimum of 50% marks and a National Trade Certificate in the relevant trade issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).
- Age Limit: The applicant’s age must be between 15 and 24 years as of a specified date (the image doesn’t provide the exact date, so it’s essential to check the official notification). Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
Application Details
- Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₹100 is required for General, OBC, and PwBD candidates. There is no fee for women, SC, and ST candidates.
- Application Method: Applications must be submitted online through the official website. The official website link is provided in the document: “www.sr.indianrailways.gov.in” under the “News & Updates -> Personnel Branch Information” section.
Important Notes
- Candidates will be selected based on a merit list prepared from their marks in the 10th grade and their Trade Certificate.
- All apprentices will be required to undergo a training period as per the Apprentices Act of 1961.
- The last date to submit the online application is September 25, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
For more detailed information, please refer to the official notification on the Southern Railway website.