Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Educational Qualification

• Notification Release Date: January 2025 (tentative)

• Online Application Start Date: 25-08-2025

• Last Date to Apply Online: September 25, 2025

• Merit List / Result Date: After application scrutiny

• For General, OBC : ₹ 100/-
• For SC/ST/PwBD : ₹ No Fee/-
• For Women Candidates : ₹ No Fee/-
• Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:
  • Debit Card
  • Credit Card
  • Internet Banking
  • IMPS
  • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

                                          Age Limit (As on Notification Date)

                                                                            Minimum Age: 15 years

                                                                             Maximum Age: 24 years

                                            Age Relaxation (as per Govt. rules):

                                                                                        SC/ST: 5 years

                                                                                        OBC: 3 years

                                                                                         PwD: 10 years

• For Fitter, Welder, Carpenter, Painter, Machinist, Electrician, etc.:

  • Must have passed 10th class (Matriculation) with minimum 50% marks.

  • Must possess ITI certificate in the relevant trade issued by NCVT/SCVT.

• For Non-ITI Posts (if available):

  • Must have passed 10th/12th class with minimum qualifying marks.

The selection of candidates will be based on Merit List, which will be prepared using:

• Marks obtained in 10th class (Matriculation)

• Marks obtained in ITI trade examination (for ITI candidates)

✅ No written test or interview will be conducted.

Candidates can apply online through the official website of Southern Railway. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website – sr.indianrailways.gov.in.

2. Go to the “Recruitment” or “News & Announcements” section.

3. Click on Act Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification.

4. Read the notification carefully.

5. Click on Apply Online link.

6. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and trade preference.

7. Upload scanned copies of documents (Photo, Signature, Educational Certificates, ITI Certificate, etc.).

8. Pay the application fee (if applicable).

9. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.