RRC SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

RRC SCR Apprentice Vacancy 2026: A massive recruitment drive has just been announced for ITI certificate holders! The Railway Recruitment Cell, South Central Railway (RRC-SCR), Secunderabad has released a detailed notification (Advt. No. SCR/P-HQ/RRC/111/Act. App/2025-26) for the engagement of 2801 Act Apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961. With a staggering 1258 vacancies for Electricians and 539 for Fitters alone, this is one of the biggest railway apprenticeship opportunities of the year. The online application portal is officially live as of March 12, 2026. Eligible 10th-pass candidates with an ITI background can submit their applications through the official RRC SCR online portal before the deadline on April 11, 2026 (11:59 PM). The best part? There is no written examination; selection is strictly based on your academic merit. Below, we have organized all the essential details including the complete trade-wise and category-wise vacancy breakdown, age limits, application fees, and a step-by-step guide to applying online.

Overview of RRC SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Details	Information
Organization	Railway Recruitment Cell, South Central Railway (RRC-SCR)
Advt. No.	SCR/P-HQ/RRC/111/Act. App/2025-26
Post Name	Act Apprentice
Total Vacancies	2801 Posts
Job Location	SCR Zone (Secunderabad & surrounding divisions)
Training Period	1 Year
Application Mode	Online Form

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 11 March 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 12 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 11 April 2026 (upto 11:59 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 11 April 2026
• Merit List & DV Date: To be notified later

Application Fees

• General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹100/-
• SC / ST / PH (Divyang) Candidates: ₹0/- (Nil)
• All Female Candidates: ₹0/- (Nil)
• Payment Mode: Online Mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI)

Age Limit Details

• Minimum Age: 15 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years
• Age Relaxation as per standard Government of India rules.

Also Read:- RRC Central Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Qualification and Eligibility

Post Name	Qualification Required
ITI Apprentice	• 10th Class (Matriculation/SSC) passed with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board. • ITI Certificate (National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT) in the relevant trade.

Trade Wise Vacancies

Trade	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total Posts
Electrician	511	124	339	189	95	1258
Fitter	219	53	146	81	40	539
AC Mechanic	102	25	67	38	19	251
Welder	82	20	55	30	15	202
COPA	73	18	49	27	14	181
Diesel Mechanic	43	10	28	16	08	105
Electronic Mechanic	36	08	24	13	07	88
Machinist	22	05	15	08	04	54
Industrial Electronics	14	03	09	05	02	33
Painter	13	03	09	05	02	32
MMTM	10	02	06	04	02	24
Carpenter	09	02	06	03	02	22
Motor Mechanic	05	01	03	02	01	12
Grand Total	1139	274	756	421	211	2801

Selection Process

1. Merit List Calculation: The merit list will be prepared based on the average of the percentage of marks obtained by the candidates in both Matriculation (with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks) and ITI examination giving equal weightage to both.
2. Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. You must bring your original 10th mark sheet, ITI certificate, category proofs, and medical fitness certificate.
3. Medical Examination: Candidates must submit a medical certificate signed by a Government authorized doctor (Gazetted) verifying they meet the physical standards for the specific trade.

How to Apply for RRC SCR Apprentice Online Form 2026

1. Visit the Official Portal: Go to the official South Central Railway website at scr.indianrailways.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the RRC Section: Click on the “Railway Recruitment Cell” link on the homepage and look for “Act Apprentice Notification 2025-26”.
3. New Registration: Register yourself using a valid Email ID, Mobile Number, and your Aadhaar Card details.
4. Fill Application Form: Log in and carefully fill in your personal details, educational qualifications (10th and ITI marks), and choose your preferred trade.
5. Upload Documents: Upload clear, scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, 10th certificate, ITI consolidated mark sheet, and caste certificate in the specified sizes.
6. Pay Application Fee: Pay the ₹100/- application fee (if applicable) via the online payment gateway.
7. Submit and Print: Verify all entered details, submit the final application before 11:59 PM on April 11, and print the confirmation page for your records during the DV stage.

Important Links

Content	Dates	Link
Fill Online Form	12/03/2026	Apply Now
Full Notification PDF	11/03/2026	Download Notification
Official Website	11/03/2026	Visit Official Website

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