The SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by South Central Railway under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a great opportunity for candidates who want to start their career in Indian Railways through apprenticeship training.

As per the official notification, a total of 2801 apprentice posts will be filled across various trades such as Electrician, Fitter, COPA, Welder, Diesel Mechanic, and more. The online application process for SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 started on 12 March 2026 (5:00 PM) and will continue till 11 April 2026 (11:59 PM).

Candidates who have passed 10th and ITI in relevant trade can apply online through the official website.

SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

For SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026, the key dates are:

• Notification Release: 11 March 2026
• Application Start: 12 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 11 April 2026

Candidates should apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online through UPI, debit card, or net banking.

Age Limit

Candidates applying for SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must meet the following age criteria:

• Minimum Age: 15 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years

Age relaxation is applicable:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years

Vacancy Details (Top Trades)

Total vacancies: 2801 posts

Educational Qualification

To apply for SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:

• Passed 10th (Matriculation) with minimum 50% marks
• ITI certificate in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT recognized)

Candidates with engineering degree or diploma are not eligible for this recruitment.

SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process is completely merit-based, and no written exam or interview will be conducted.

Selection Criteria

• Marks obtained in 10th class
• Marks obtained in ITI

Both will be given equal weightage. In case of a tie, preference will be given to the older candidate.

This makes SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for direct selection without exams.

Training & Stipend

Selected candidates will undergo training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. During the training period, candidates will receive stipend as per government rules.

The training will be conducted in different railway units under South Central Railway.

How to Apply for SCR Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website of SCR
2. Click on Apprentice Recruitment 2026 link
3. Register with email ID and mobile number
4. Fill the application form carefully
5. Upload required documents
6. Pay the application fee
7. Submit the form and take printout

Ensure all details are correct before final submission.

Required Documents

Candidates need to upload the following documents:

• 10th Marksheet
• ITI Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Original documents will be verified later.

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