# South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2801 Act Apprentice Posts
South Central Railway has released the South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for the engagement of 2,801 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules 1962 across various trades such as Fitter, Electrician, Welder, AC Mechanic, Carpenter, COPA, Diesel Mechanic, and more. Eligible candidates who have completed their 10th class and possess an ITI certificate can apply online for SCR Act Apprentice 2026 from 12/03/2026 to 11/04/2026 through the official website of the South Central Railway.
The notification for the South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is accessible in PDF format on the RRC/SCR page of the South Central Railway website, under the title “NOTIFICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT OF ACT APPRENTICES (2025-26)” with file number SCR/P-HQ/RRC/111/Act. App/2025-26 dated 11/03/2026.
As per official notification, the application process will commence on 12/03/2026, and the last date for submission of applications is 11/04/2026. For further details, candidates can refer to the official notification PDF linked below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | South Central Railway |
| Recruitment | Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 2801 |
| Advertisement No. | SCR/P-HQ/RRC/111/Act. App/2025-26 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | South Central Railway Jurisdiction |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates for Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date (Apply Online) | 12/03/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11/04/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11/04/2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age Calculation | 11/04/2026 |
| Merit List & Document Verification Dates | To be notified |
Candidates should carefully note the application schedule:
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 15 years |
| Maximum Age | 24 years |
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules based on the category.
Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | 10th class with minimum 50% marks |
| ITI Requirement | ITI certificate in relevant trade |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| AC Mechanic | 251 |
| Carpenter | 22 |
| COPA | 181 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 105 |
| Electrician | 1258 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 88 |
| Fitter | 539 |
| Industrial Electronics | 33 |
| Machinist | 54 |
| MMTM | 24 |
| Motor Mechanic | 12 |
| Painter | 32 |
| Welder | 202 |
| Total | 2801 |
Salary
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Stipend | As per extant instructions |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Transgender | Nil |
Selection Process
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Merit List Basis | Average of 10th and ITI marks |
| Exam | None |
| Document Verification | Required |
| Medical Fitness | Certificate from authorized doctor |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for South Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Ans. The last date to apply is 11/04/2026.
Q2. What is the minimum educational qualification required for the SCR Act Apprentice? Ans. Candidates must have completed 10th class with a minimum of 50% marks and possess an ITI certificate in the relevant trade.
Q3. Is there any application fee for the South Central Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment? Ans. Yes, the application fee is ₹100 for General/OBC candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Transgender candidates are exempt.
Q4. How will candidates be selected for the SCR Act Apprentice? Ans. Selection will be based on merit, calculated from the average of 10th and ITI marks.
Q5. What is the age limit for applying? Ans. The minimum age is 15 years and the maximum age is 24 years as of 11/04/2026.
