Southern Railways Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 – Apply Online for 3518 Posts | Last Date: 28 September 2025

 

Indian Railways Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 – Apply Online for 3518 Posts | Last Date: 28 September 2025

Indian Railways has released the official notification for Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26. A total of 3518 vacancies has been announced for various ITI trade apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act 1961. This is a golden opportunity for 10th Pass and ITI qualified candidates to start their career with Indian Railways.

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🔑 Important Dates

• Notification Released: 27 August 2025
• Online Application Start Date: 30 August 2025
• Last Date to Apply Online: 28 September 2025

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📋 Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: 3518
• Post Name: Act Apprentice
• Location: Across various Railway Units & Divisions

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🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must have passed 10th Class/Matriculation with at least 50% marks.
• Must possess ITI Certificate in relevant trade recognized by NCVT/SCVT.

Age Limit (as on 28.09.2025):

• Minimum Age: 15 years
• Maximum Age: 24 years
• Age relaxation as per government norms.

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💰 Stipend

Selected candidates will get a stipend as per Apprenticeship Act 1961 and Railway Board norms.

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⚙️ Trade-wise Vacancy Distribution

Trade Name	No. of Seats
Fitter	941
Welder (G&E)	406
Electrician	531
Machinist	98
Carpenter	45
Painter (General)	45
Diesel Mechanic	350
Plumber	38
Draughtsman (Civil)	28
Electronic Mechanic	112
Wireman	30
Turner	87
Refrigeration & AC	20
COPA/Programming Asst	72
Other Trades	715
Total	3518

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📌 Selection Process

• Merit-based shortlisting on 10th & ITI marks.
• Document Verification.
• Medical Examination.

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📝 How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online before the last date.

Notification Link – Click Here
Apply Online – Click Here
Official Website – Click Here

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📊 Quick Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Indian Railways
Post Name	Apprentice
Total Vacancies	3518
Qualification	10th Pass + ITI
Age Limit	15 – 24 years
Stipend	As per Apprenticeship Act
Application Mode	Online
Last Date	28 September 2025

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❓ FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are released in Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26?
✅ A total of 3518 posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 28 September 2025.

Q3. What is the eligibility?
✅ 10th Pass with 50% marks + ITI Certificate in relevant trade.

Q4. What is the age limit?
✅ 15 to 24 years (Relaxation as per rules).

Q5. How will candidates be selected?
✅ On the basis of Merit, Document Verification, and Medical Test.

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