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Southern Railway has announced a recruitment for the Apprentice position, with several openings. Eligible candidates may apply online by August 12, 2024.
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About Southern Railway
Southern Railway (SR) is one of the eighteen zones of Indian Railways, headquartered in Chennai. It operates across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry. Established on April 14, 1951, by merging the Madras and Southern Mahratta Railway, South Indian Railway Company, and Mysore State Railway, Southern Railway manages approximately 5,081 km of railway lines and operates 727 railway stations.
Southern Railway Recruitment 2024
Southern Railway seeks ONLINE applications from qualified applicants for the position of Apprentice under the Apprenticeship Act of 1961. For 2,438 seats, training will be provided in selected trades throughout various Divisions/Workshops/Units under Railway administration. Applications will only be accepted online; no other submission methods are permitted.
Southern Railway Recruitment 2024 Overview
| Organization Name | Southern Railway (SR) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Vacancies | 2438 |
| Education qualification | 10th with ITI |
| Application Start Date | 22nd July 2024 |
| Application End Date | 12th August 2024 |
| Job Location | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
| Mode of Application | online |
Southern Railway Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria
Education Qualification
| S.No | Trade | Academic/Qualification | Period of Training |
| 1 | Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electrician, Mechanic-Motor Vehicle | 10th Class with 50% aggregate marks in Science and Mathematics, ITI in relevant trade with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate | One Year |
| 2 | Welder (Gas & Electric), Fitter, Mechanic-Machine Tool Maintenance, Mechanic-Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Electronics Mechanic, Painter (General) | 10th Class with 50% marks, ITI in relevant trade with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate | One Year |
| 3 | Wireman | 10th Class with 50% marks, ITI in relevant trade with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate | One Year |
| 4 | Programming and Systems Administration Assistant (PASAA) | 10th Class with 50% marks, National Trade Certificate in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | One Year |
| 5 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 10th Class with 50% marks, ITI in relevant trade with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate | One Year |
| 6 | Information & Communication Technology System Maintenance (ICTSM) | 10th Class with 50% marks, ITI in relevant trade with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate in relevant ICT trades | One Year |
| 7 | Draughtsman (Civil) | 10th Class with 50% marks, ITI in relevant trade with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate | One Year |
| 8 | Advanced Welder | 10th Class with 50% marks, ITI in relevant trade with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate in Advanced Welding | One Year |
| 9 | Instrument Mechanic | 10th Class with 50% marks, ITI in relevant trade with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate | One Year |
| 10 | Stenographer & Secretarial Assistant | 10th Class with 50% marks, ITI in Stenography (English) or Secretarial Practice with National/State Council for Vocational Training Certificate | One Year |
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
| General | 15 to 22 years (Freshers/Ex-ITI/MLT) |
| OBC | 15 to 25 years (with 3 years relaxation) |
| SC/ST | 15 to 27 years (with 5 years relaxation) |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) | 15 to 32 years (with 10 years relaxation) |
Nationality
- The whole State of Tamil Nadu.
- Whole Union Territory of Puducherry.
- The whole State of Kerala.
- Whole Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands.
- Only the two districts of Andhra Pradesh: SPSR Nellore and Chittoor.
- Only one district of Karnataka: Dakshina Kannada.
Southern Railway Recruitment 2024 Selection Process
Criteria for Preparing Merit List:
- The merit list will be prepared based on the average percentage of marks obtained in the Matriculation and ITI examinations. Equal weightage will be given to both.
Medical Examination:
- Selected candidates must present a Medical Certificate during document verification. This certificate should comply with the Apprentices Act, 1961, and Para 4 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 (as amended).
- The Medical Certificate must be signed by a Government Authorized (Gazetted) Officer, not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon from a Central or State Government Hospital.
Southern Railway Recruitment 2024 Stipend
The stipend rate will be given by the Railway Board’s circular RBE 202/2019 dated November 26, 2019, and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Notification dated September 25, 2019.
Southern Railway Recruitment 2024 Application Fee
Online payments involve a non-refundable processing fee of ₹100/- + applicable service charges. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are excused from paying this cost.
Southern Railway Recruitment 2024 Application Process
- Visit the official Southern Railway website or recruitment portal.
- Register or log in with your credentials.
- Locate the recruitment notification for Apprentice posts.
- Fill in the application form with personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents (certificates, age proof, photograph).
- Pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 100/- + service charges (exempt for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates).
- Apply online.
- Save or print the confirmation receipt.
- Check your email and the website for updates and further instructions.
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