Website Southern Railway
Southern Railway has released 3518 vacancies for Apprentice posts in various ITI trades like Fitter, Welder, Painter, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, Machinist, Carpenter, Wireman, COPA, Draughtsman, MLT, and more. Apply online from 25th August 2025 to 25th September 2025. Selection is based on Merit List, Document Verification, and Medical Exam.
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About Southern Railway
Southern Railway is one of the zones of Indian Railways that provides passenger and freight transport services across South India, with training programs and apprenticeships to develop skilled manpower.
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Organization Name | Southern Railway |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Various Trades) |
| Number of Posts | 3518 |
| Application Start Date | 25th August 2025 |
| Application End Date | 25th September 2025 (till 5:00 PM) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Job Category | Railway Jobs |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Selection Process | Merit List, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Official Website | sr.indianrailways.gov.in |
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Vacancies
| Trade Name | No. of Posts |
| Fitter | 1070 |
| Welder | 503 |
| Painter | 123 |
| MLT (Radiology) | 3 |
| MLT (Pathology) | 8 |
| MLT (Cardiology) | 9 |
| Carpenter | 92 |
| MMV | 34 |
| PASAA | 96 |
| MMTM | 20 |
| Machinist | 77 |
| Turner | 49 |
| Electrician | 711 |
| Advance Welder | 2 |
| Electronics Mechanic | 124 |
| Diesel Mechanic | 117 |
| Mech.R&AC | 83 |
| Wireman | 55 |
| Trimmer | 15 |
| COPA | 137 |
| Plumber | 50 |
| Block Smith | 30 |
| ICTSM | 40 |
| SAA | 60 |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | 10 |
| Total | 3518 |
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | 10th, 12th, or ITI pass from recognized boards/universities (MLT requires 12th with Science stream) |
| Age Limit | Minimum 15 years, Maximum 24 years |
| Age Relaxation | OBC (NCL) – 3 yrs, SC/ST – 5 yrs, PwBD – 10 yrs, PwBD [OBC (NCL)] – 13 yrs, PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 yrs |
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Stipend & Training Duration
| Qualification | Stipend | Training Duration |
| 10th Pass | Rs. 6,000/month | 1 to 2 years (depending on trade) |
| 12th Pass / ITI | Rs. 7,000/month | 1 to 2 years (depending on trade) |
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
Merit List based on marks, Document Verification, Medical Examination.
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | No Fee |
Southern Railway Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Application Process
- Visit sronline.etrpindia.com or sr.indianrailways.gov.in.
- Click on “Apply Online – Apprentice 2025”.
- Register using email and mobile number.
- Fill out application with personal, educational, and trade details.
- Upload scanned photo, signature, mark sheets, ITI certificate, and category certificate.
- Pay the applicable fee and submit the form before 25th September 2025.
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To apply for this job please visit sronline.etrpindia.com.