Overview
Southern Railway, C&W Works, Perambur has released a recruitment notification for the post of Act Apprentice (4,471 (Fresher 163 + Ex-ITI 4,308, as stated in notification) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 27-09-2026, till 17:00 Hrs.
Key Details
- Organization
- Southern Railway, C&W Works, Perambur
- Qualification
- Only candidates residing within the following areas (Geographical Jurisdiction of Southern Railway) are eligible to apply: • Whole State of Tamil Nadu • Whole Union Territory of Puducherry • Whole State of Kerala • Whole Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands • Only two districts of Andhra Pradesh: SPSR Nellore and Chittoor • Only one district of Karnataka: Dakshina Kannada Candidates must also meet the minimum standards of physical fitness under Schedule-II of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, verified through a medical certificate from a Government-Authorized Doctor at the time of document verification.
- Vacancies
- 4,471 (Fresher 163 + Ex-ITI 4,308, as stated in notification)
- Advertisement No
- 01/2026 (CPB/P1/98/Act/TP/Vol.XXI)
- Posted
- 28-08-2026
- Last date to apply
- 27-09-2026, till 17:00 Hrs
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 27-09-2026, till 17:00 Hrs |
| 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 |
Important Links
Eligibility
Only candidates residing within the following areas (Geographical Jurisdiction of Southern Railway) are eligible to apply: • Whole State of Tamil Nadu • Whole Union Territory of Puducherry • Whole State of Kerala • Whole Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands • Only two districts of Andhra Pradesh: SPSR Nellore and Chittoor • Only one district of Karnataka: Dakshina Kannada Candidates must also meet the minimum standards of physical fitness under Schedule-II of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, verified through a medical certificate from a Government-Authorized Doctor at the time of document verification.
Age Limit
As on the date of notification (28-08-2026): • Minimum age: 15 years completed • Maximum age: 22 years (Fresher/Ex-ITI) / 24 years (MLT) • Upper age relaxation: 3 years for OBC-(NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD • Combined relaxation for PwBD candidates: UR/EWS + PwBD = 10 years; OBC-(NCL) + PwBD = 13 years; SC/ST + PwBD = 15 years To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.
Application Fee
Processing fee of Rs. 100/- (non-refundable), payable online. No fee is required for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
Selection Process
Selection is based on a Merit List, prepared as follows: • Fresher Category: Matriculation marks converted to 200 (minimum 50% aggregate required, except SC/ST/PwBD). • Ex-ITI Category: Matriculation marks converted to 100 + ITI marks converted to 100 = 200 total, with equal weightage to both. • MLT Category: Higher Secondary marks (Physics, Chemistry, Maths & Biology) converted to 200. In case of a tie, the older candidate is preferred; if birth dates are also the same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier is preferred.
How to Apply
• Visit www.sr.indianrailways.gov.in • Navigate to News & Updates → Personnel Branch Information • Complete the online application in all respects before the closing date. • Submit the application online between 28-08-2026 and 27-09-2026 (till 17:00 Hrs).
Important Instructions
• This notification is purely for apprenticeship training, not employment - there is no guarantee of employment after training. • 20% of vacancies in Direct Recruitment to Level 1 posts may give preference to Course Completed Act Apprentices (CCAAs) holding a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC). • All official communication - notifications, document verification lists, selection and eligibility results - will be posted only on the official website link mentioned above. • Candidates availing SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD benefits must produce the relevant certificate at document verification, else they will be treated as UR. • False declarations will lead to disqualification/termination at any stage without notice. • Candidates are responsible for arranging their own accommodation during training. • Ex-ITI candidates must possess the relevant ITI qualification at the time of applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Southern Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 4471 Posts?
Last Date to Apply: 27-09-2026, till 17:00 Hrs; 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
What is the application fee?
Processing fee of Rs. 100/- (non-refundable), payable online. No fee is required for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
What is the age limit?
As on the date of notification (28-08-2026): • Minimum age: 15 years completed • Maximum age: 22 years (Fresher/Ex-ITI) / 24 years (MLT) • Upper age relaxation: 3 years for OBC-(NCL), 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD • Combined relaxation for PwBD candidates: UR/EWS + PwBD = 10 years; OBC-(NCL) + PwBD = 13 years; SC/ST + PwBD = 15 years To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.
What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a Merit List, prepared as follows: • Fresher Category: Matriculation marks converted to 200 (minimum 50% aggregate required, except SC/ST/PwBD). • Ex-ITI Category: Matriculation marks converted to 100 + ITI marks converted to 100 = 200 total, with equal weightage to both. • MLT Category: Higher Secondary marks (Physics, Chemistry, Maths & Biology) converted to 200. In case of a tie, the older candidate is preferred; if birth dates are also the same, the candidate who passed Matriculation earlier is preferred.