Railway RRC SR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 4,471 Posts, Apply Before 27 September 2026
RRC SR Apprentice 2026 : Short Details
| Notification No. | Not Stated In Notification |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), South Railway / Chennai |
| Post Name | Railway SR Apprentice |
| Total Vacancy | 4,471 Posts |
| Official Website | sr.indianrailways.gov.in (RRC South Railway) |
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC) has released a notification for the recruitment of Railway SR Apprentice posts. This recruitment is for 4,471 positions. The online application form has started on 28 August 2026 and candidates can apply up to 27 September 2026. Selection will be through a merit list based on the class marks obtained by the ITI candidates, expected on 15 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 27 September 2026 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 27 September 2026 |
| Merit List | 15 October 2026 |
| Document Verification | Will Be Notified Soon |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH / Female | No Fee |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age (as on 28 August 2026) | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age — Fresher Candidates (as on 28 August 2026) | 22 Years |
| Maximum Age — Ex-ITI / MLT Candidates (as on 28 August 2026) | 24 Years |
The upper age limit differs for candidates who hold an ITI certificate or an Ex-ITI / MLT qualification. The age is calculated as on 28 August 2026, not on the last date of application.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a ITI certificate or an ITI equivalent qualification from a recognised institute in the relevant trade, as prescribed in the official notification.
The trade-wise and workshop-wise post distribution for the 4,471 posts is given in the official RRC notification.
The notification also specifies the minimum percentages of marks required in the ITI examination for general and reserved category candidates.
Please read the official RRC South Railway notification for the trade-wise eligibility, ITI marks requirement and the post distribution across workshops.
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official RRC South Railway website at sr.indianrailways.gov.in
- Read the notification for Railway SR Apprentice carefully, including the trade-wise details
- Register on the RRC online application portal
- Fill in the application form with your ITI details and preferred workshops
- Pay the application fee of ₹100/- online and submit before 27 September 2026
- Track the merit list expected on 15 October 2026 for the result
Important Links
| Apply Online (RRC Chennai Apprentice 2026) | Click Here |
| RRC South Railway Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for RRC SR Apprentice 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 27 September 2026.
How many posts are there in RRC SR Apprentice 2026?
There are 4,471 posts for Railway SR Apprentice.
What is the age limit for RRC SR Apprentice 2026?
Age as on 28 August 2026: minimum 15 years, maximum 22 years for freshers and 24 years for candidates with an Ex-ITI / MLT qualification.
What is the application fee for RRC SR Apprentice 2026?
₹100/- for General, OBC and EWS candidates. There is no fee for SC, ST, PH and female candidates.
How is selection done for RRC SR Apprentice 2026?
Selection is through a merit list based on the class marks obtained in the ITI examination, followed by Document Verification. The merit list is expected on 15 October 2026.
What is the qualification required for RRC SR Apprentice 2026?
A ITI certificate or equivalent in the relevant trade from a recognised institute, with the minimum marks specified in the official notification.
Important Notes
- This is a merit-list based selection on ITI class marks, not a written examination followed by an interview.
- The age is calculated as on 28 August 2026, which is different from the last date of application. Check your eligibility carefully against this date.
- The application fee is nil for SC, ST, PH and female candidates.
- Document Verification will be conducted after the merit list. The exact schedule will be notified by RRC.