Southern Railway Recruitment 2025 has announced 3518 vacancies for Apprentices across different units including Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur, Central Workshop, Golden Rock, and Signal & Telecom Workshop Units, Podanur. Candidates who have passed 10th, 12th, or ITI are eligible to apply. The online application process starts on 25th August 2025 and will close on 25th September 2025 through the official website sr.indianrailways.gov.in. . Applicants must be between 15 to 22 years (24 years for MLT) with relaxation as per rules. No fee is charged for SC/ST/PWD/Female candidates, while others need to pay Rs.100. Selected apprentices will receive a stipend of Rs.6000–7000 per month, depending on qualification, making this a great opportunity for freshers and ITI holders to start a career in Indian Railways.
Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025 – Job Details
| Recruitment Board | Southern Railway |
| Post Name | Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 3518 |
| Job Location | Across Southern Railway Units |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | sr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Important Dates For Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
| Starting Date for Online Application | 25-08-2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 25-09-2025 |
Application Fee For Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025
| Category | Fee |
| Female/SC/ST/PWD | Nil |
| Other Applicants | Rs.100/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Age Limit For Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025
| Criteria | Age |
| Minimum Age | 15 Years |
| Maximum Age | 22 years (Freshers/Ex-ITI) |
| Maximum Age | 24 years (MLT) |
| Age Relaxation | As per government rules |
Educational Qualification For Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025
- 10th Pass
- 12th Pass
- ITI in relevant trade
Stipend For Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025
| Category | Stipend (per month) |
| Fresher’s – 10th std | Rs.6000/- |
| Fresher’s – 12th std | Rs.7000/- |
| Ex-ITI | Rs.7000/- |
Vacancy Distribution For Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Apprentices – Carriage & Wagon Works, Perambur | 1394 |
| Apprentices – Central Workshop, Golden Rock | 857 |
| Apprentices – Signal and Telecom Workshop Units, Podanur | 1267 |
| Total | 3518 |
Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025 :- Online Form
FAQs for Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025:
Q1. How many vacancies are available in Southern Railway Apprentices Recruitment 2025?
A1. There are a total of 3518 vacancies for Apprentices across different units.
Q2. What are the eligibility qualifications for applying?
A2. Candidates should have passed 10th, 12th, or ITI in the relevant trade.
Q3. What is the age limit to apply?
A3. The minimum age is 15 years, while the maximum age is 22 years for Freshers/Ex-ITI and 24 years for MLT candidates. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules..
