Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025 – 3518 Posts

Organization: Southern Railway (SR)
Post Name: Apprentices (Various Trades)
No. of Vacancies: 3518
Job Location: Across Southern Railway Zones
Apply Mode: Online
Official Website: sr.indianrailways.gov.in

Important Dates

• Start Date to Apply Online: 25-08-2025
• Last Date to Apply Online: 25-09-2025

Vacancy Details

• Total Posts: 3518
• Trades Covered: Fitter, Carpenter, Painter, Welder, Electrician, Wireman, Turner, Mechanic, PASAA, and others.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:
  • 10th Class / Matriculation (minimum 50% marks) from a recognized Board.
  • ITI Certificate in relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.
• Age Limit (as on cutoff date):
  • Minimum: 15 years
  • Maximum: 24 years
  • Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years.

Selection Process

• Merit List based on marks in 10th & ITI (No written test/interview).

Application Fee

• General/OBC: ₹100/-
• SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Nil

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website sr.indianrailways.gov.in.
2. Go to the Recruitment/Apprenticeship section.
3. Register and fill out the online application form.
4. Upload scanned documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates).
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
6. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.