Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Detailed Selection Process & Info
has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026. Eligible and interested candidates can submit their online applications between 28 August 2026 and 27 September 2026. A total of 4471 Posts will be filled through this recruitment drive. Please read the official notification PDF below for comprehensive information regarding eligibility criteria, category-wise vacancy distribution, age limits, syllabus, and selection stages.
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Southern Railway, C&W Works, Perambur |
| Post Name | Act Apprentice |
| Notification No. | 01/2026 (CPB/P1/98/Act/TP/Vol.XXI) |
| Total Vacancies | 4,471 (Fresher 163 + Ex-ITI 4,308, as stated in notification) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 27-09-2026, till 17:00 Hrs |
| Job Location | Southern Railway jurisdiction (TN, Puducherry, Kerala, A&N Islands, Lakshadweep, SPSR Nellore & Chittoor (AP), Dakshina Kannada (Karnataka)) |
Course Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28-08-2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28-08-2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 27-09-2026 (till 17:00 Hrs) |
| Tentative Publication of Shortlist for Document Verification | 15-10-2026 |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| Unit | Trades Covered | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur | Fitter, Welder, Painter | 80 |
| Central Workshop, Ponmalai | Fitter, Welder (G&E) | 43 |
| S&T Workshop, Podanur, Coimbatore | Fitter | 20 |
| Railway Hospital, Perambur | MLT (Radiology, Pathology, Cardiology) | 20 |
| Fresher's Grand Total | 163 | |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| Group | Units Covered | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Carriage & Wagon Works group | Perambur C&W, Chennai Division (multiple sections), Electrical Workshop Perambur, Engineering Workshop Arakkonam, Engineering HQ/SR, Loco Works Perambur, Railway Hospital Perambur | 1,528 |
| Central Workshops, Ponmalai group | Ponmalai, Madurai Division, Tiruchirappalli Division | 1,292 |
| S&T Workshop Podanur group | Palakkad Division, Salem Division, Podanur Workshop, Trivandrum Division | 1,488 |
| Ex-ITI Grand Total | 4,308 | |
Course Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Stipend (per month) |
|---|---|
| Fresher's - 10th Std | Rs. 8,200/- |
| Fresher's - 12th Std | Rs. 9,600/- |
| Ex-ITI | Rs. 9,600/- |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Read Official Circular: Carefully review the official notification PDF and verify your eligibility criteria before starting registration.
- Document Preparation: Keep scanned copies of essential documents ready (Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, and Caste/Category Certificate if applicable).
- Online Registration: Visit the official portal via the direct Apply Online link given below and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) / candidate profile.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, exam center preferences, and upload mandatory certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the required examination fee using online banking, debit/credit card, or UPI before 27 September 2026.
- Print Final Copy: Preview all entered data thoroughly, submit the form, and take a clear printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.