Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Online Now
Southern Railway is set to recruit apprentices for various trades in 2025. Interested candidates can apply online starting from August 25, 2025, until September 25, 2025. The recruitment offers a total of 3,518 positions, with specific eligibility criteria for freshers and ex-ITI candidates. The application fee varies based on the category, and candidates are advised to read the full notification before applying. This is a great opportunity for those looking to start a career in the railway sector.
Aug 26, 2025, 18:00 IST
Southern Railway RRC Apprentice 2025 | Online Application Details
About the Position: The Railway Recruitment Cell of Southern Railway is inviting online applications for various trade apprenticeships as part of the Railway SR Apprentice Recruitment 2025. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to submit their applications online. It is essential to read the complete notification before applying.
Key Dates
IMPORTANT DATES
- Application Start Date: 25-08-2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 25-09-2025
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 25-09-2025
- Merit List Release Date: 07 October 2025
Application Fee
APPLICATION FEE
- General / OBC: Rs.100/-
- SC / ST / PwD: Rs.0/-
- All Female Candidates: Rs.0/-
- Payment can be made via Online Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility
- For Freshers:
- 10th or 12th grade with a minimum of 50% marks.
- For Ex-ITI Candidates:
- 10th grade with ITI or NCVT Certificate in the relevant trade.
- For detailed trade-wise eligibility, please refer to the notification.
Age Limit
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 22-24 Years (depending on the post)
- Age is calculated as of 25.08.2025
- Additional age relaxation as per rules.
Vacancy Information
Vacancy Details Total Posts: 3518
For Freshers
| Workshop Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Carriage Work Perambur | 60 |
| Signal & Telecommunication Workshop / Podanur | 20 |
| Railway Hospital/Perambur (Medical Laboratory Technician) | 20 |
Ex-ITI Candidate Vacancy Details
Ex-ITI Candidates
| Workshop Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Signal & Telecommunication Workshop / Podanur | 95 |
| Thiruvananthapuram Division | 300 |
| Palakkad Division | 410 |
| Salem Division | 442 |
| Carriage & Wagon Works/Perambur | 390 |
| Loco Works / Perambur | 228 |
| Electrical Workshop / Perambur | 150 |
| Engineering Workshop / Arakkonam | 59 |
| Chennai Division/ Personnel Branch | 23 |
| Chennai Division – Electrical/Rolling Stock / Avadi | 70 |
| Chennai Division – Electrical/Rolling Stock / Tambaram | 60 |
| Chennai Division – Electrical/Rolling Stock / Royapuram | 34 |
| Chennai Division – Mechanical (Diesel) | 20 |
| Chennai Division – Mechanical (Carriage & Wagon) | 226 |