Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 : South Central Railway (SCR) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 2801 vacancies have been announced, offering a great opportunity for candidates seeking a career in the railway sector.
The online application process will begin on March 12, 2026, and will remain open until April 11, 2026. Interested candidates can apply through the official website scr.indianrailways.gov.in.
Who Can Apply?
Candidates who have:
- Passed 10th (Matriculation) with at least 50% marks
- Completed ITI certification in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT)
Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply for these apprentice positions.
Application Fee Details
| General/ OBC/ EWS | ₹100 /- |
| SC/ ST/ PWD/ Female | No fee |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Age Limit Criteria
| Minimum Age | 15 years |
| Maximum Age | 24 years |
| Age will be calculated as of | April 11, 2026 |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules
Vacancy Details For Railway SCR Bharti 2026
| Trade Name | Post |
| Electrician | 1258 Post |
| Fitter | 539 Post |
| AC Mechanic | 251 Post |
| COPA | 181 Post |
| Carpenter | 22 Post |
| Diesel Mechanic | 105 Post |
| Welder | 202 Post |
| Painter | 32 Post |
| Industrial Electronics | 33 Post |
| Machinist | 54 Post |
| MMTM | 24 Post |
| Motor Mechanic | 12 Post |
| Electronic Mechanic | 88 Post |
| Total Post | 2801 |
Selection Process
There will be no written examination for this recruitment. Selection will be purely based on merit:
- Merit List: Based on marks obtained in 10th and ITI.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination
Required Documents
Candidates must keep the following documents ready:
- 10th Marksheet
- ITI Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Passport-size photograph and signature
- Mobile number and email ID
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official website of SCR.
- Go to the recruitment or latest notification section.
- Click on “SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online”
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Upload necessary documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | March 12, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | April 11, 2026 |
Important Links –
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
Conclusion
This recruitment drive by South Central Railway is a valuable opportunity for 10th pass and ITI-qualified candidates. With no written exam and a merit-based selection process, eligible applicants should not miss the chance to apply within the given timeline.
FAQs –
2801 apprentice posts
April 11, 2026.
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age (with relaxation as per rules).