RRC Southern Railway Apprentice 2024: Apply Now for 2438 Posts

To fill up the vacancies of Apprentices, under the Apprentices Act of 1961, in Southern Railway, the applications are invited now. There are a total of 2,438 slot/positions for various trades in the different divisions, workshops, and units. Job seekers residing in the specified areas as per the jurisdiction of the ‘Southern Railway’ can apply online only. 

The application process begins on July 22, 2024 to August 12, 2024. It is also a good opportunity for those people who want to gain experience and have training practice in railway systems.

Important Dates

• Application Begin: 22/07/2024

• Last Date for Apply Online: 12/08/2024 (up to 5 PM)

• Pay Exam Fee Last Date: 12/08/2024

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹100

• SC / ST / PH: ₹0

• All Category Female: ₹0

• Note: No application fees for all candidates. Only register online.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 15 Years

• Maximum Age: 22-24 Years (varies by post)

• Age Relaxation: Extra as per Southern Railway RRC SR Apprentice Rules 2024-2025.

Vacancy Details

• Total Posts: 2,438

• Post Name: Trade Apprentices

• Eligibility for Freshers: Class 10th / Class 12th with at least 50% marks. More details in the notification.

• Eligibility for Ex-ITI: Class 10th / Matric with ITI / NCVT Certificate in related trade.

Factory / Zone Wise Vacancy

• Signal & Telecommunication Workshop, Podanur: 18 (Freshers), 52 (Ex-ITI)

• Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur: 47 (Freshers), 350 (Ex-ITI)

• Railway Hospital, Perambur: 20 (Fresher’s), 3 (Ex-ITI)

• Thiruvananthapuram Division: 145 (Ex-ITI)

• Salem Division: 222 (Ex-ITI)

• Palakkad Division: 285 (Ex-ITI)

• Electrical Workshop, Perambur: 130 (Ex-ITI)

• Loco Works, Perambur: 228 (Ex-ITI)

• Engineering Workshop, Arakkonam: 48 (Ex-ITI)

• Chennai Division: Various posts (Ex-ITI)

• Central Workshops, Ponmalai: 201 (Ex-ITI)

• Tiruchchirappali Division: 94 (Ex-ITI)

• Madurai Division: 84 (Ex-ITI)

How to Apply

1. Read the Notification: Before applying, read the recruitment notification carefully.
2. Collect Documents: Gather all required documents such as eligibility proof, ID proof, address details, and basic details.
3. Scan Documents: Ensure you have scanned copies of your photo, signature, ID proof, etc.
4. Fill Out the Form: Complete the online application form and check all entries before submitting.
5. Submit Application Fee: If required, pay the application fee. Unpaid forms are incomplete.
6. Print Final Form: Take a printout of the submitted form for your records.

Selection Process

1. Merit List: Based on the average marks in both Matriculation and ITI.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
3. Medical Examination: Candidates must provide a medical certificate from a government-authorized doctor.

Important Link

Apply Online						Click Here
Download Notification						Click Here
Official Website						Southern Railway Official Website