SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: The South Central Railway (SCR), Secunderabad, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 2801 Act Apprentices for the year 2026. This is a massive opportunity for ITI-passed candidates to undergo training in various divisions and workshops under the South Central Railway zone.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official SCR portal. The selection for these posts will be based strictly on a Merit List (No Written Exam). Detailed information regarding trade-wise vacancies and eligibility is provided below.
SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Official Overview
| Recruitment Highlights |
| Organization |
South Central Railway (SCR) |
| Post Name |
Act Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies |
2,801 Posts |
| Job Location |
Telangana, AP, Maharashtra, Karnataka |
| Selection Process |
Merit-Based (10th + ITI Marks) |
| Official Website |
scr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates for SCR Apprentice 2026
| Important Dates |
| Notification Release Date |
March 2026 |
| Online Application Starts |
Available Soon |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
To be announced |
| Merit List Release Date |
Notify Later |
Eligibility Criteria: Qualification & Age Limit
1. Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board.
- Candidates must possess an ITI Certificate in the relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT).
2. Age Limit (as of the date of notification):
- Minimum Age: 15 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
(Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PWD candidates).
Application Fee Details
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PWD / Female |
Nil (Exempted) |
How to Apply Online for SCR Apprentice 2026?
- Visit the official South Central Railway website: scr.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Navigate to the "Careers" or "News & Recruitment" section.
- Click on the link "Online Application for Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026".
- Register yourself using a valid Mobile Number and Email ID.
- Fill out the application form with personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned copies of your 10th marksheet, ITI certificate, photo, and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and click on 'Submit'.
- Download and print the confirmation page for your records.
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